Without policy,
there’s no systemic shift.
The Circular Governance impact area is where we connect practice to politics. We help shape regulations, support public institutions in making circular decisions, and position Berlin as a leader in circular governance. This is where pilot projects become policy change.
THE CHALLENGE
Lasting change requires structural support.
While circular innovation in Berlin is growing, it often remains disconnected from existing governance frameworks.
Regulations, procurement rules, and administrative practices still reflect linear assumptions – making it difficult for circular solutions to gain traction.
Circular Berlin collaborates with policymakers and public institutions to turn insights from practice into policies that drive systemic transformation.
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Our projects
Our projects demonstrate how collaboration between policymakers, researchers, and practitioners creates the right conditions for circular transition. Explore ongoing and completed initiatives advancing circular governance:
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Join our policy labs, expert roundtables, and cross-sector dialogues to help design the frameworks for circular transition.
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We partner with city administrations, ministries, and research institutions to translate innovation into policy and long-term systems change.
Collaborate with us to test circular procurement, co-develop strategies, or align policy with practice.