Circular Economy Metrics
Measuring circular economy progress requires comprehensive metrics that capture material flows, resource efficiency, and environmental impact.
Key Metrics
Material Flow Metrics
- Circularity rate
- Recycled content percentage
- Material recovery rate
Environmental Metrics
- Carbon footprint reduction
- Energy savings
- Waste diverted from landfill
Economic Metrics
- Circular revenue
- Resource productivity
- Innovation investment
Measurement Frameworks
- Ellen MacArthur Foundation guidelines
- Circle Economy methodology
- GRI Standards
Conclusion
Measurement enables continuous improvement in circularity.