The network, launched by CircularInvest and DEFINITE-CCRI, aims to create a community of like-minded professionals to cultivate discussions, foster collaborations, and channel investments towards advancing circularity in European cities and regions.
The transition to a circular economy promises a multitude of benefits, including higher productivity, enhanced cost efficiency, and overall economic growth — all achieved while respecting our planet's boundaries. However, because of their innovative nature, circular projects often encounter hurdles while looking for financial backing.
The CIRN kick-off event emphasised the need for investors to expand their perspectives beyond conventional investment paradigms and support circular innovation. Institutions like the EIB already offer funding for circular projects, but many investors still lack the knowledge and confidence to invest in circular business opportunities. Contrary to misconceptions, circular actions offer strategic advantages for financial entities. By promoting reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling, these initiatives optimise resource efficiency, reducing costs and reliance on new materials, and mitigating supply chain risks. Furthermore, encouraging companies to innovate through new business models and design approaches can generate new revenue streams and bolster market competitiveness.
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After four years of supporting circular economy initiatives across Europe, CircularInvest has successfully reached its conclusion, leaving behind a strong legacy of practical resources, strengthened investment readiness and an active community of practitioners committed to accelerating the circular economy.
On 21 October 2026, the Circular Investment Readiness Network (CIRN) hosted its tenth and final session under the CircularInvest project, bringing together around 60 participants from across Europe to explore how upcoming EU regulatory developments could shape the future of circular economy businesses.
How can Europe close the gap between circular ambition and investment reality? This was the central question explored at CircularInvest's final event, which brought together policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and local government representatives on 15th October in Brussels to identify practical solutions for scaling circular businesses across Europe.
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