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Capacities & Capabilities

Building the skills, technical know-how and institutional capacity needed for circular systems is critical. This theme encompasses workforce development, professional training and organisational learning to embed circular thinking and practice in every sector.

Examples: training in AI for circular systems, sustainable construction skills programmes, textile repair and reuse training, renewable energy lifecycle management and circular healthcare operations capacity-building.

Why this matters:
Transformation fails without new skills, institutional capability and workforce development. This theme centres knowledge transfer, training and practical competencies.

KE focus:

  • Skills frameworks for circularity (design, materials, digital, business models)
  • Training programmes, micro-credentials, CPD for professionals
  • Capability mapping across sectors
  • Building organisational readiness and institutional learning