A circular economy transition requires adapting to the specific situation of

Circular economy

Seeking solutions for resource flows that contribute to a sustainable, biodiverse environment.

The ability to integrate various environmental, social and governance considerations when making financial decisions towards a circular economy. The knowledge about the sustainable investmen

Financing circular economy

The process of integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations when making business or investment decisions, leading to increased longer-term investments into sustainable economic activities and projects.

sustainable finance

Developing finance schemes for the circular economy taking into account environmental and societal concerns.

The ability to manage the methods and processes used to collect, transport, treat, recycle, and dispose of waste for the benefit of a healthy, hygenic society. The knowledge of monitoring pr

Waste management

Manage processes by defining, measuring, controlling and improving them with the goal to meet customer requirements profitably.

manage processes

Dispose waste in accordance with legislation, thereby respecting environmental and company responsibilities.

dispose waste

Manage or dispose of significant amounts of waste materials or hazardous materials. Ensure required licenses and permits are in place and reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices followed.

manage waste

The methods, materials and regulations used to collect, transport, treat and dispose of waste. This includes recycling and monitoring of waste disposal.

waste management

Manage effective, healthy processes for safe waste disposal.

The ability to promote policies, activities, and educational programmes that encourage sustainable consumer consumption behaviour. The knowledge of methods for behaviour change in consumers

Responsible consumption and production

Promote policies, actions and education programmes that encourage healthy lifestyles and proactive participation in sustainable consumption, and that lead to changes in consumers' attitudes, shopping habits and expectations.

promote responsible consumer behaviour

Promoting and integrating responsible, sustainable consumption and production practices.

The ability to apply principles, policies, and regulations towards environmental sustainability. The knowledge and skills to identify and enact methods towards the reduction of waste, energy

Sharing and reusing

Investigate ideas and spot opportunities to improve the collection, process and recycling of waste materials.

identify new recycling opportunities

Apply principles, policies and regulations aimed at environmental sustainability, including the reduction of waste, energy and water consumption, the reuse and recycling of products, and the engagement in the sharing economy.

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Financing circular economy

ESCO skills

Waste management

ESCO skills

Responsible consumption and production

ESCO skills

Sharing and reusing

ESCO skills