How can systemic impact in Circular Economy be created? How does the current Circular Economy landscape in Germany contribute to systemic impact creation? And which role do Circular Social Businesses play?
The Innovate2PREVENT Demo Days are more than just a showcase; it is a global platform where bold ideas meet actionable impact. Hosted by Yunus Environment Hub on behalf of the PREVENT Waste Alliance, this event is a pivotal moment for the innovators pioneering circular solutions in plastics, e-waste, and digitalization. As the world grapples with the environmental crisis, their innovations pave the way for a sustainable and regenerative future.
At Yunus Environment Hub (YEH), we see social business as a dynamic and impactful way to tackle environmental challenges. As a global organization, we address critical issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution by developing innovative solutions that drive lasting change. Our work spans diverse areas, from advancing circular economy initiatives and waste management strategies to fostering social business models that create meaningful impact.
In its ninth edition, WCEF will explore the potential of tropical solutions for sustainable growth, the power of the regenerative economy and the strategies of a bioeconomy—alongside the indispensable role of the production sector in driving the transition toward a circular economy.
Yunus Environment Hub and Algramo have joined forces to drive the adoption and expansion of reuse models worldwide. With support from the Röchling Foundation, this collaboration will establish the first open-source global resource platform, equipping entrepreneurs and organizations with essential digital tools and knowledge to kickstart their reuse initiatives. By scaling reuse models, we aim to reduce single-use packaging and divert plastic waste from landfills.
For over 30 years, Ethiopia’s Majang and Kaffa districts have faced the dual threats of deforestation and environmental degradation, placing both biodiversity and indigenous livelihoods at risk. To combat these challenges, the South West Charitable Organization (SWCO), with the support of the Business Incubator and Accelerator (BIA) for Mountains and Islands program, has launched an …
Protecting Ecosystems: A Holistic Approach to Coffee and Honey Production in Ethiopia Read More »
Yunus Environment Hub supports women social business entrepreneurs by enabling them to turn innovative ideas into tangible solutions. We are pleased to share the remarkable journeys of three inspiring women who are shaping a more sustainable future through the adoption and implementation of inclusive circular social business models. Lucy Ngorongo – Founder of Junky Bins …
Women in climate – success stories from Yunus Environment Hub Read More »
Amongst myriads of initiatives on building a world without waste where everyone plays an active part, Yunus Environment Hub partnered with ALBA Group Asia Limited to facilitate the RECOVER project. The project ran over 2.5 years (from July 2021 to December 2023) with the goal to optimise plastic waste collection system involving the informal sector …
RECOVER Project Paves Way to a Circular Economy in Ho Chi Minh City Read More »
SCIP Innovation Support Organisations visiting Konza City in Kenya in 2023. Africa is undergoing rapid urbanisation, with cities poised to accommodate over half of the continent’s population by 2030. This unprecedented growth offers a unique opportunity to reshape urban areas into “smart cities” where the use of technology and data-driven solutions and innovations can enhance …
Driving Adoption of Smart City Innovations Within the Existing Infrastructure Read More »
Yunus Environment Hub team visiting Mercy Munene, one of the program participants to asess the programs impact in Kenya. In a world facing environmental and economic challenges, the urgency for sustainable solutions has never been greater. This is why the CirculaRise Accelerator (formerly Build Back Better Program) by Yunus Environment Hub with the support of …
Transforming Kenya’s social businesses through circular economy Read More »