The circular economic model: a responsible and innovative approach
What is a carbon footprint?
The carbon footprint measures the quantity of greenhouse gases released by an activity, organisation, product or person. It is expressed in CO2 equivalent and includes various gases such as carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide. Calculating this footprint makes it possible to understand and quantify the direct and indirect impact of an activity on climate change.
Is the circular economy a solution for reducing our carbon footprint?
The circular economy is an economic approach that aims to optimise the use of resources by encouraging their reuse and recovery. This model is opposed to the traditional linear model, based on production, consumption and waste production.
By adopting this model, organisations can help to reduce their carbon footprint, preserve the environment and create a resilient, responsible system. It encourages deep thinking about how to design products and services so that they are sustainable from the outset.
How do you measure your carbon footprint?
First of all, it is essential to understand why it is necessary to measure your carbon footprint. Calculating your carbon footprint enables you to identify and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, thereby reducing your environmental impact. It also helps you to comply with increasingly strict environmental legislation, while improving your brand image among consumers and partners who are concerned about sustainability.
To measure a company's carbon footprint, several factors need to be taken into account:
Direct emissions related to the company's activities, such as fuel combustion.
Indirect emissions related to the production of the energy consumed.
Al the other emissions that the company indirectly has an influence on, from the production of materials to the end of a product's life.
What are the solutions to reduce your carbon footprint?
To implement a circular economy in your company, training is essential. It will enable your teams to understand the issues and challenges they face.
A circular economy training will enable your teams to develop the skills they need to implement sustainable practices and thus reduce your environmental footprint. The Circulab Academy offers sustainability training tailored to your company's needs.
In addition to adopting a circular economy, businesses can explore other solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. These include:
Analyse their business model with the Circular Canvas to better understand their impact from a qualitative point of view.
Improve the energy efficiency of processes and buildings.
Invest in green energy for electricity generation.
Invest in reforestation projects or carbon capture technologies.
Analyse your business impacts with the Circular Canvas
Available in several languages, this tool has already been used by many professionals wishing to analyse their business model and understand its impact.
