The Final Shift: Circularity as Operating Model

by Tim Lee
on Jan 15, 2026 8:30:01 AM

Part 5 of 5: What matters most for Europe’s circular economy in 2026 Over the last four posts, I’ve covered what actually changes in 2026 — and how to turn circularity from a goal into a system: The ...

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