The Circular Economy and Sustainable Development: Policy options to mobilise finance for circularity

This briefing underscores the essential role of reforming international financial systems to create fair and accessible financing for developing countries to invest in circular economies.

Likewise, it emphasizes that multilateral institutions must ensure equitable access to development finance for “Build and Grow” countries. The report also presents actionable policies for national governments to promote circular economy transitions, focusing on strategic public spending and stakeholder collaboration.

Through effective utilization of public funds, realignment of incentives, and collaboration with multilateral development banks, industry, academia, and other governments, these countries can adopt circular economy practices to achieve sustainable development goals.

Access the policy brief here.