Niels from the province of Drenthe joins Max to discuss how circular economy goals are being addressed through data. What kinds of data are collected, how are they used, and what does it take to build trust with companies? From waste stream mapping to region-wide platforms for resource sharing – this episode explores how data helps close material loops and foster collaboration.

The transition to a circular economy is one of the biggest challenges of our time – and data is a key enabler. By understanding what resources enter a region and where waste is generated, we can create systems that connect companies, reduce environmental impact and spark new forms of cooperation. Circular data solutions make invisible flows visible – not to control, but to empower smarter decisions. The result? A more resilient, transparent and future-ready economy that benefits both business and society.

The “Data for All: A Quest for Digital Autonomy” podcast will bring you closer to the topic of municipal data sovereignty. This podcast season revolves around sustainable data solutions for citizens and companies. Across European borders, we present facts, approaches and reflections showing how to understand data for the public good better.

Province of Drenthe

https://www.interregnorthsea.eu/data-for-all/podcast-data-for-all-a-quest-for-digital-autonomy