adelphi Circularity Lab

Navigating the policy framework the company is in

We prepare a Policy Heatmap showing companies how the relevant policy landscape, targets and trends affect them in short, medium and long terms. This helps them identify how these implications should be prioritized for circularity compliance.

Finding out where the company stands on its way towards circularity

The adelphi Circularity Lab is equipped with the competency to apply recognized circularity assessment methodologies and tools, including Circularity Transition Indicator (CTI) Tool (*). We identify the relevant indicators for companies and conduct circularity assessments accordingly. Based on these results, we prepare a comprehensive Circularity Readiness Assessment Report.

This report provides a detailed snapshot of the company's current status across various aspects of circularity, including material circularity, product circularity, governance and management readiness, etc. It also identifies the major gaps, pinpoints the company’s needs and highlights the primary action areas for improvement towards more circular strategies and business models along the related value chains.

(*) Circularity Transition Indicator (CTI) is a circularity assessment tool that can be implemented at different levels with a multidimensional perspective that includes water, energy, business value, etc.

adelphi is a CTI implementation partner of World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

Developing the strategy

Upon reviewing the circularity assessment results across policy heatmap, we analyze the associated risks and opportunities to develop scenarios and suggest targets. In collaboration with the company we develop a Circularity Roadmap that aligns with the adopted vision and targets. This roadmap outlines the necessary actions and outlines how to shift to more circular business models and integrate the circular economy into the strategies, plans and management systems of the company.

Taking concerted action

Now it is time for implementation! We discuss with companies if they need additional services for putting the roadmap into action and ensuring continuous improvement. The adelphi Circularity Lab can provide customized interventions in different formats such as coaching, supply chain training, policy update briefs for the management, and support with the circularity related sustainability reporting.

This process shows companies how circular opportunities can be put in practice, how improvement in circularity help them reach sustainability and CSR targets and how external engagement for circularity can be improved.

Reviewing & reporting on company’s circularity performance

How can we ensure continuous improvement? How should we update our targets and action plans? Addressing these questions regular updates and reviews are required. At the adelphi Circularity Lab, we assist companies in evaluating the results and impacts of their circularity actions, and support them in identification and streamlining of further initiatives. We also provide support in monitoring and data management within organizations, ensuring a continuous improvement and a holistic approach for circularity.