Launching Global Circularity Protocol for Business - Impact on Climate, Nature & Equity

The outcomes of two Global Stocktakes at COP have established the circular economy as an essential tool for climate action. Furthermore, there is growing recognition of the importance of the role of businesses in promoting global resource circulation and achieving ambitious climate, environmental, and other sustainability goals through this approach. Consequently, interest in corporate non-financial disclosures related to circularity is also increasing. While frameworks such as TCFD and TNFD have been established for corporate disclosure in decarbonization and nature positive, no internationally established framework currently exists for circular economy. In this context, the Global Circularity Protocol (GCP), led by the WBCSD, aims to promote circular economy in business through providing such an international framework, including circularity metrics and disclosure schemes.

This session, co-hosted by WBCSD, the MoE Japan and One Planet Network (UNEP), marks the first global unveiling of the GCP. Through a discussion with diverse panelists, we will explore expectations for the GCP and its future direction in advancing circularity in business and expanding commercial opportunities.

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