Module #1 Introduction to Circular Economy Defining the concept of Circular Economy, its principles, and benefits
Module #2 The Business Case for Circular Economy Exploring the economic benefits and opportunities of adopting circular economy practices
Module #3 Understanding Circular Economy Frameworks Overviews of popular circular economy frameworks, such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundations and the EUs Circular Economy Package
Module #4 Case Study:H&Ms Garment Collecting Initiative Analyzing H&Ms textile recycling program and its impact on the fashion industry
Module #5 Designing for Circularity Principles and strategies for designing products and services that support circular economy
Module #6 Case Study:Patagonias Environmental Commitment Examining Patagonias environmental initiatives, including its recycling program and sustainable supply chain practices
Module #7 Circular Economy in the Manufacturing Sector Exploring strategies for reducing waste and increasing resource efficiency in manufacturing
Module #8 Case Study:Siemens Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Analyzing Siemens use of IIoT to optimize production, reduce waste, and improve resource efficiency
Module #9 Product-as-a-Service Business Models Exploring product-as-a-service business models and their role in promoting circular economy
Module #10 Case Study:Philips Pay-per-Lux Lighting Examining Philips innovative lighting subscription service and its impact on energy efficiency
Module #11 Sharing and Collaborative Consumption The role of sharing and collaborative consumption in reducing waste and promoting circular economy
Module #12 Case Study:Zipcars Car-Sharing Platform Analyzing Zipcars car-sharing model and its environmental impact
Module #13 Circular Economy in the Built Environment Exploring strategies for reducing waste and promoting circular economy in construction and architecture
Module #14 Case Study:The Edge, Amsterdams Sustainable Office Building Examining the design and operation of The Edge, one of the worlds most sustainable office buildings
Module #15 Biodegradable Materials and Biotechnology The role of biodegradable materials and biotechnology in circular economy
Module #16 Case Study:Ecovatives Mycelium-Based Materials Analyzing Ecovatives use of mycelium to create sustainable, biodegradable materials
Module #17 Circular Economy in the Food and Beverage Industry Exploring strategies for reducing waste and promoting circular economy in the food and beverage sector
Module #18 Case Study:Starbucks Coffee Grounds Recycling Program Examining Starbucks coffee grounds recycling program and its environmental impact
Module #19 Circular Economy Policy and Regulation Overview of circular economy policies and regulations globally, including the EUs Circular Economy Package
Module #20 Case Study:The City of Amsterdams Circular Economy Strategy Analyzing Amsterdams circular economy strategy and its implementation
Module #21 Circular Economy in Emerging Markets Exploring the opportunities and challenges of implementing circular economy in emerging markets
Module #22 Case Study:The African Circular Economy Alliance Examining the African Circular Economy Alliances efforts to promote circular economy in Africa
Module #23 Challenges and Limitations of Circular Economy Implementation Discussing the challenges and limitations of implementing circular economy, including supply chain complexities and lack of infrastructure
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Case Studies in Circular Economy Implementation career
