📊 Statistics per question
Q.1
Single choice
2 answers
1. Before today, have you heard, seen or read anything about circularity or the circular economy?
Yes, I am informed and knowledgeable
Partially, I have some unsystematic information
I don't know anything about it
Q.2
Single choice
2 answers
2. Which statement best describes your level of awareness and understanding of the circular economy?
We understand the concepts and have started exploring how to apply them in our business
I've heard the term but don't think it applies to our organisation
Circularity is a core part of our mission and the products/services we offer
We are aware of it but haven't discussed necessary actions or steps
I had never heard of the circular economy before today
Q.3
Multiple + exclusive
5 answers
3. Which, if any, circular economy practices or initiatives has your company adopted?
Applying waste elimination measures
Sharing labour, assets or equipment with another organisation
Developing a more sustainable supply chain
Offering customers repair, regeneration and recovery services
Introducing product take-back schemes
Introducing technology that reduces waste/pollution
Redesigning products/services to reduce environmental impact
Conducting life cycle analysis studies of products/services
Reducing the use of primary natural resources
Registering production as ecological/circular
Setting recycling/reuse targets
Carrying out education/awareness/advocacy activities for the circular economy
Searching for alternatives to eco-unfriendly products
Developing and implementing sustainable development measures
Applying financial measures/cost savings to increase business circularity
Q.4
Max 3 choices
6 answers
4. Which KEY FACTORS could lead your organisation to adopt more circular practices? (max 3 answers)
Help meet sustainability goals/strategy
Meeting community/public expectations
Leadership team steers in that direction
Meeting expected regulatory requirements
Increased demand from existing customers
Government incentives to adopt circular practices
Increased availability of recycling infrastructure
Addressing supply chain/material scarcity risks
Improving brand reputation
Meeting shareholder/investor expectations
Growing access to new/expanding markets
Increased access to capital
Q.5
Single choice
2 answers
5. What are the main BARRIERS that could prevent your organisation from adopting circular practices?
Lack of financial support to offset costs
Lack of support/capacity from suppliers
No immediate reason for change
Lack of internal skills/capacity
Not clear where to start/what to do
Technological limitations
Lack of government support
Concerned about maintaining quality
I don't know enough to identify barriers
Q.6
Single choice
2 answers
6. Which employee SKILLS or COMPETENCIES would be most important for planning and implementing circular practices?
Innovation, creativity and problem solving
Collaboration/stakeholder engagement
Assessment/current state analysis
Communication/storytelling
Research and development expertise
Q.7
Max 3 choices
4 answers
7. What INFORMATION would be most useful when implementing circular practices in your organisation? (max 3 answers)
Understanding available government support
Understanding circular business models
How circularity integrates into the supply chain
Existing technical solutions
Exploring/developing partnerships
What other organisations in my region/industry are doing
Introduction to the circular economy
Alternative suppliers/sources
How to conduct a waste audit
How to complete a product lifecycle analysis
How to carry out a business circularity assessment
Nothing specific/not sure
Q.8
Multiple choice
2 answers
8. Where does your organisation currently get information about the circular economy? (select all that apply)
Peer/professional networks
Trade/sector association(s)
Internal sources/staff research and expertise
Q.9
Open text
9. Please indicate the official name of the company you work for.
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2
text responses received
Q.10
Single choice
2 answers
10. In what industry/domain does the company you work for operate?
Agriculture (crop/plant production)
Industrial production (manufacturing)
Livestock farming (animal husbandry)
Local Public Administration
Q.11a
Single choice
2 answers
11a. Average annual number of employees
Q.11b
Single choice
2 answers
11b. Annual turnover (or total assets owned by the company)
Q.12
Single choice
2 answers
12. How many years have you been active in your company's field?