Ambitious Circular Economy Initative launched, with Tech-Takeback as UK Lead

Tech-Takeback is proud to announce our appointment as the UK lead for United Circles, one of Europe’s most ambitious circular economy initiatives. Launched at the San Agustín Cultural Centre in Valladolid, the project aims to turn waste into valuable resources through innovative industrial-urban symbiosis.

Funded by the EU’s Horizon Europe programme, United Circles has a total budget of €25.36 million, with over €20.5 million from EU funds. The project focuses on creating zero waste cities, cutting freshwater use by 50%, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by transforming waste into secondary raw materials. It also promotes green jobs, efficient resource use, and robust European collaboration under the EU Green Deal.
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As UK lead, Tech-Takeback will spearhead our “mirror demonstrator,” leveraging our expertise in tech reuse and digital inclusion to develop digital tools, innovative waste-to-resource routes, and governance mechanisms for Regional Circularity Hubs.
“We’re excited to drive change and show how circular economy principles can create green jobs and sustainable communities,” said David Greenfield, Managing Director at Tech-Takeback. “Our role in United Circles reinforces our commitment to reducing waste and building a more sustainable future.”