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This page is part of The Nature Imperative: How the circular economy tackles biodiversity loss paper, where we delve deeper into the fundamental contribution the circular economycircular economyA systems solution framework that tackles global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. It is based on three principles, driven by design: eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials (at their highest value), and regenerate nature. can make to halting and reversing biodiversity loss. Explore more insights by browsing the full paper.


Circular economy principles can be applied across all industry sectors, leading to biodiversity benefits economy-wide. Alongside the key sectors of fashion, food, plastics and the built environment, there are examples of companies adopting circular economy principles with positive impacts on biodiversity in other sectors.

Other sector case studies

Examples of companies adopting practices for regenerative outcomes

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Capturing the value of healthy rainforests: Natura & Co

Soaps, creams and shampoos that rely on the rich biodiversity of the Amazon for ingredients.

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