Circular economy in a linear society

Growth has been the mantra of the world's economies over the last century. Growth is based on a linear - or possibly exponential - thinking, where the use of raw materials and manufacturing of new products boost growth. In light of climate change, environmental issues and dimishing raw material resources, new approaches and business models are being developed. For products, raw materials, design and development. The circular economy is challenging the world and companies as we know them are at the edge of a new era.