Circular Economy Trained

About This Training

This introductory certificate provides a clear and practical understanding of the circular economy—what it is, why it matters, and how it’s being applied across industries today. Through real-world examples and key concepts, you’ll explore how circular principles are helping reduce waste, conserve resources, and support more sustainable systems. Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to build a foundation for further study, this certificate offers valuable insights into one of the most important shifts in environmental and economic thinking.

What You’ll Learn

In this course, you will get a practical grasp of the circular economy, how technical and biological loops work, how it differs from general sustainability, the main circular business models, and what works in practice.

Module 1 – The Principles of the Circular Economy

• What is the circular economy?
• Technical material loops
• Biological material loops
• Where did the idea come from?
• Circular economy vs. sustainability

Module 2 – Introduction to Circular Business Models

• Circular design
• Keep in use for longer
• Reuse, reverse logistics and redistribution
• Renting and leasing
• Refurbish and remanufacture
• Recycle

Module 3 – Circular Economy: Benefits and Barriers

• Benefits and barriers 

Who This Training Is For

Anyone seeking a foundational understanding of the circular economy, including consultants, investors, designers, engineers, architects, public sector officials, students, and professionals from organisations looking to embed circular principles.

How will I benefit from taking this course?

Once you have completed this training, you will have a clear and practical understanding of the circular economy.

You can continue your professional development by enrolling for our CEI Advanced Practitioner