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Topic: Circular Economy
Type: Report
Download Event Report ACEF2024 Photos ACEF2024 Presentations The ASEAN Circular Economy Forum (ACEF) 2024, themed “Guiding the Transition – ASEAN and EU Approaches to Circular Innovation and Entrepreneurship,” was successfully…
Topic: Circular Economy
Type: Research
With concerns mounting over the achievability of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the circular economy is gaining attention as a potential solution for global environmental and social challenges. This…
Topic: Circular Economy
Type: Toolkit
Transitioning to a circular economy in emerging economies is challenging due to limited comprehensive strategies, poor integration of industry and innovation, and a lack of microdata. To support this transition,…
Topic: Circular Economy, Informal Sector
Type: Publication, Report
This white paper examines the intersection of the circular and informal economies, drawing on insights from three thematic learning circles involving participants from over 20 countries. Developed in partnership with…
ASEAN Declaration on Plastic Circularity – Summary The ASEAN Member States convened at the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits in Vientiane on 9 October 2024 to affirm their commitment to…
Type: Brief
Insights: ASEAN Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform Webinar Series Background The circular economy has become increasingly important for ASEAN as the region seeks to decouple economic growth from environmental impacts.…
Type: Brief
Insights: ASEAN Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform Webinar Series Background ASEAN is growing rapidly due to its resources, demographics, and strategic policies. The Circular Economy aims to sustain this growth while…
Type: Report
The ASEAN State of the Environment Report (SOER) is a key publication by the ASEAN Senior Officials on Environment (ASOEN). The sixth edition, SOER6, provides valuable insights into the environmental…
Type: Report
To seize these opportunities, the Framework for Circular Economy for the ASEAN Economic Community was established in 2021 as a guiding principle for ASEAN Member States in transitioning towards circularity.…
Type: Brief
Lotus Farm by Samatoa, previously known as Samatoa Lotus Textiles, showcases innovative sustainability in fashion through eco-friendly textiles, particularly lotus fiber. Founded in 2003 in Siem Reap, Cambodia, the company…
Type: Brief
nornnorn, also known officially as Circularity Co., Ltd. in Thailand and Circularity Pte. Ltd. in Singapore, is at the forefront of introducing a subscription-based model where customers pay for the…
Topic: Case Study, Plastics
Type: Brief
Precious Plastics Philippines, originally a backyard initiative in 2017, now stands as a pioneer in the realm of plastic recycling machinery provision. Its ethos extends beyond mere equipment sales; it…
Insights: ASEAN Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform Webinar Series Background Fashion is a major industry in the global manufacturing sector, ranking third behind automotive and technology. However, its growth has come…
Circular economy in Vietnam’s rural water and sanitation sector: making the most of current momentum
https://www.uts.edu.au/isf/explore-research/international-development/water-sanitation-and-hygiene-wash/circle-wash
Topic: Circular Economy
Type: Publication, Report
The circular economy has become a generally acknowledged idea. It is more than just waste management; it is about maintaining the value of materials and making them endure longer in…
C asean Forum 2024: ASEAN Action Towards Circular Economy: Move Forward with Extended Producer Responsibility is a collaborative effort organised by the ASEAN Centre for Sustainable Development Studies and Dialogue…
Topic: Waste Management, Circular Solution
The concept of a Living Income for the Informal Waste Sector brings attention to the often undervalued role of informal waste pickers in waste management systems and advocates for enhancements…
Topic: Food System, Sustainable Lifestyle
Type: Brief
Background The ASEAN region is well-known for its tourism and culinary offers, which include scenic scenery and unique dining experiences. However, this growth has raised environmental concerns, prompting a move…
Knowledge Brief: Enabling ASEAN through Circular Economy Practices in Green Public Procurement (GPP)
Type: Brief
Background Green Public Procurement (GPP) represents a significant opportunity, estimated at USD 11 trillion. Over the past two decades, GPP has evolved into a system innovation and a multi-stakeholder tool.…
Topic: Waste Management
Type: Toolkit
In collaboration with the Embassy of Denmark, the Ministry of Environment and Forestry has compiled the Pocket Guide for Establishing a Waste Bank Unit to encourage the growth of waste…