Circular Economy:
redesign processes to reduce waste
Discover circular economy courses to redesign production processes, reduce waste, reuse resources and valorize by-products.
Compare personalized proposals from the best providers and find the ideal path to transform your company towards sustainability.
What circular economy is and why it's the future of production
Circular economy is an economic model that goes beyond the linear 'make-use-dispose' paradigm to create regenerative systems where resources, materials and products are kept in use as long as possible, minimizing waste and environmental impact.
Applying circular economy principles means redesigning products for durability and repairability (ecodesign), implementing reuse and recycling processes, creating industrial symbiosis where one company's waste becomes resources for others, and adopting business models based on servitization rather than sales.
Circular economy training develops skills to analyze material flows, implement zero waste strategies, certify circular products (Cradle to Cradle) and access financing for circular economy projects.
Who Circular Economy courses are for
Courses are ideal for:
- Operations and production managers redesigning processes to reduce waste and optimize resource use
- Product designers and R&D managers developing products according to ecodesign and cradle-to-cradle principles
- Sustainability managers implementing corporate circular strategies and measuring circularity
- Supply chain managers creating circular supply chains with reverse logistics and industrial symbiosis
- Entrepreneurs and innovators developing circular business models (sharing, leasing, product-as-service)
Benefits of Circular Economy training
Reduced material costs
Reuse, recycling and resource optimization reduce raw material purchases up to 40% and waste disposal costs
Innovation and competitiveness
New circular business models create competitive advantage, differentiation and access to new green markets
Compliance and financing
Compliance with EU directives on waste and circular economy, access to PNRR tenders and incentives for circular projects
How to choose the right format for your team
Each format is designed to adapt to different circular transition needs and sustainability objectives.
In-person course → ideal for:
- Product redesign with practical ecodesign workshops
- Material flow analysis with production facility visits
- Creating territorial industrial symbiosis networks
- Developing circular business models and servitization
Online course → ideal for:
- Circular economy fundamentals and Ellen MacArthur Framework
- Cradle to Cradle and Ecolabel certifications with flexibility
- Access to circular LCA tools and Material Circularity Indicator
- Sector best practices: fashion, packaging, electronics
Blended course → ideal for:
- Online circular models theory + product redesign in classroom
- E-learning LCA and MFA + circular strategy with consultants
- Recycled materials database + plant visits and practical cases
- Online C2C certification + supervised product assessment
Frequently asked questions about Circular Economy
What is circular economy and how does it work?
Circular economy is a regenerative economic system that keeps products, materials and resources in use as long as possible. Based on 3 principles: eliminate waste and pollution by designing durable products, keep products and materials in use through reuse/recycling, regenerate natural systems. Opposite of linear 'make-use-dispose' model.
What does ecodesign or circular design mean?
Ecodesign (or circular design) is product design conceived from the beginning to last, be easily repaired, disassembled at end of life and recycled. Includes choice of non-toxic and recyclable materials, component modularity, parts standardization, elimination of planned obsolescence. Certified by Cradle to Cradle.
What is industrial symbiosis?
Industrial symbiosis is collaboration between different companies where production waste of one becomes raw materials for others, creating territorial circular networks. Reduces waste, disposal costs and raw material purchases. Requires matching platforms, material flow analysis and commercial agreements between companies.
How much does a circular economy course cost?
Costs range from €1,200 to €5,000+ depending on level (fundamentals, advanced ecodesign, C2C certification), sector (fashion, packaging, construction) and project customization. With Tableda you compare transparent quotes and find solution with best value for money.
What certifications exist for circular products?
Main certifications: Cradle to Cradle (C2C) for fully circular products, EU Ecolabel for reduced environmental impact, EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) for LCA transparency, Second Life Plastic for recycled content, Remade in Italy for recovered materials. Require third-party audits and verifications.
How do I choose the right circular economy training provider?
With Tableda you receive 3 proposals from certified providers specialized in sector-specific circular economy. Compare ecodesign skills, included tools (LCA, MCI), sector case studies, supported certifications (C2C, Ecolabel), industrial symbiosis network and implementation support to find most suitable solution.