DELIVERING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY A TOOLKIT FOR POLICYMAKERS

DELIVERING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY – A TOOLKIT FOR POLICYMAKERS • 3
FOREWORD
Flemming Besenbacher
Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Carlsberg A/S
How can we create prosperity for a growing world
population while strengthening the systems that support
us? How can we achieve continued economic development
while preserving the resource base that is fuelling this
economy? The growing interest around these questions
suggests it is time to rethink the way we operate. The
circular economy holds the promise of reconciling these seemingly opposing
objectives and creating long-term value. It is my firm belief that the ‘take-makewaste’
economy is about to be replaced by a circular, restorative approach
where we no longer consider anything to be ‘waste’.
The circular economy is of particular interest to Carlsberg because our products
depend on well-functioning natural systems and a stable supply of raw
materials. We are working in this area through our partnership platform – the
Carlsberg Circular Community – to develop innovations and practical solutions
optimised for the circular economy.
This toolkit represents a valuable blueprint for policymakers who want to
stimulate the progression from a linear to a circular economy. It rightfully
positions the circular economy as a unique opportunity for dialogue and
collaboration between private and public entities to achieve the common
goal of long-term value creation.
I therefore encourage governments across the world to apply this toolkit and
work closely with businesses to unleash the circular economy in their country
and unlock its true potential. I also urge companies to continue to lead the
way to a more resilient operating model, decoupled from resource constraints.
Carlsberg is determined to do so.
FLEMMING BESENBACHER
JUNE 2015