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  • Ecology: What nature says | CIRCULAR REPUBLIC Festival 2025

    Are we truly shifting beyond the linear economy or just circling around it?

    Despite growing pressure on natural systems and the depletion of critical resources, the shift toward a circular economy remains slow and complex. While pioneering efforts have demonstrated circular potential, questions persist about whether we are replacing the linear model or simply repackaging it.

    In this episode, Sandrine Dixson-Declève, former Co-President of the Club of Rome, stresses the need for systemic change to address both environmental collapse and social injustice.

    Following her keynote at the CIRCULAR REPUBLIC Festival 2025, she joined Jocelyn Blériot, Executive Lead for Policy and Institutions at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, for a panel discussion moderated by Niclas-Alexander Mauss. Together, they explored what is holding back the circular transition, from cost structures to deeply embedded incentives for extraction.

    This episode is the first in our CIRCULAR REPUBLIC Festival 2025 series, created in partnership with CIRCULAR REPUBLIC to bring you the key debates and insights from this year’s festival.

    People

    Jocelyn Blériot, Executive Lead, Policy and Institutions
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/Jocelyn Blériot/
    Niclas-Alexander Mauss, Co-Founder
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/niclasmauss/
    Sandrine Dixson-Declève, Club of Rome – Former Co-President, Earth4All – Executive Chair
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrine-dixson/

    About

    The Circular Republic Festival is Europe’s leading event for advancing the circular economy, uniting corporates, start-ups, and innovators driving this transformation. The last edition took place on May 2025, at the Munich Urban Colab. The festival offers diverse formats to explore practical solutions and best practices for implementing circular economy principles. This year’s theme, “Build Your Competitive Advantage,” focused on the strategic and economic benefits of transitioning to circular business models, while also highlighting the ecological impact of this transformation.

    Further Links

    https://www.circular-republic.org/

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    47 min
  • Behind the Scenes of the Circular Design Summit with Bernd Müller

    Why is design still overlooked in Germany’s circular economy events?

    Most circular economy events in Germany focus on engineering, technology and economic policy. But design, where 80% of a product’s environmental impact is determined, rarely takes center stage.

    In this episode, Bernd Müller, Director of Relations and Sustainability at the German Design Council, explains why they created the Circular Design Summit to change that. He shares how the summit brings together companies, designers and other departments to work on circularity from the start of the product lifecycle. Bernd reflects on the value of collaboration, and why both design and business need to evolve together. He also points to upcoming trends like repair, resale and the search for scalable materials.

    This episode is part of Circular Design Summit in cooperation with the German Design Council.

    People

    Bernd Müller, Director Relations & Sustainability at German Design Council
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernd-m-433a13163/

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    02:17 Role at the German Design Council
    03:15 Overview of the German Design Council
    04:59 The Role of Design
    06:33 Reasons Behind Organising a Circular Design Summit
    07:38 Key Learnings from the Summit
    09:17 Bernd's Sources Of Inspiration
    09:47 Future Trends in Circular Design
    11:41 Upcoming Events
    13:19 Who Should Join the Germany Design Council
    14:27 International Reach

    About

    The German Design Council is Germany’s leading authority on design, established in 1953 as a non-profit foundation by the German Parliament with support from German industry. Its mission is to advance design as a powerful economic, cultural, and social force, connecting business and design to foster innovation, sustainability, and transformation across industries.

    The Council serves as a hub for knowledge transfer, strategic consulting and networking, providing a platform for over 300 member companies. Its activities include organising high-profile international awards such as the German Design Award, hosting conferences including the Circular Design Summit, conducting studies and promoting best practices in branding and innovation.

    Further Links

    https://www.german-design-council.de/aktivitaeten/circular-design-summit

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    18 min
  • The Circular Shift Panel Discussion | Circular Design Summit 2025

    This episode is a recorded panel session from the Circular Design Summit 2025 explores how design can accelerate the shift toward a circular economy by rethinking roles, materials, and systems. Moderated by Karel J. Golta, the conversation brings together perspectives from Kathie Morgenroth (Google), Steffen Erath (Hansgrohe), and Markus Kühlert (Wuppertal Institute).

    The panelists discuss the need for transdisciplinary collaboration, integration of compliance into early-stage design, and redefining what it means to be a designer in the context of sustainability. From hardware-software integration to product-as-a-service models, the discussion highlights how circularity requires embedding longevity, repairability, and desirability into the entire product experience.

    This episode is part of the Circular Design Summit series, a Circularity.fm series in collaboration with the German Design Council.

    People

    Katie Morgenroth, Head of Sustainable Design at Google
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiemorgenroth/
    Steffen Erath Head of Innovation and Sustainability at Hansgrohe
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/steffen-erath/
    Markus Kühlert Co-Head Production and Consumption Systems at Wuppertal Institute
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-k%C3%BChlert-83812115b/
    Karel J. Golta Founder and Managing Director at Indeed Innovation
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/karelgolta/

    About

    The Circular Design Summit is a leading industry event dedicated to advancing the circular economy through the power of design. It brings together decision-makers, creatives, and innovators from business, industry, and design who share a common goal: shaping an economy where long-term success goes hand in hand with ecological sustainability. The summit explores how design strategies can drive this transformation and empowers participants to become active contributors to a more sustainable future.

    Through an engaging mix of keynotes, masterclasses, and panel discussions, the program focuses on core themes such as Circular Business, Circular Design, Closing the Loop, the EU Ecodesign Directive, and the impact of digital technologies and policy. Hosted in collaboration with a network of over 330 member companies from the design-oriented economy, the Circular Design Summit fosters cross-industry exchange and positions design as a strategic tool for innovation, growth, and sustainable change.

    Further Links

    https://www.german-design-council.de/aktivitaeten/circular-design-summit

    33 min
  • Earth Compatible by Katie Morgenroth from Google | Circular Design Summit 2025

    How can design help tackle the global e-waste challenge?

    In this episode, Katie Morgenroth, Head of Sustainable Design at Google, explains how her team works across hardware products like Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit to reduce environmental impact. She shares Google's approach to using recycled materials in metals and textiles, extending software support to make devices last longer, and developing 100% plastic-free packaging.

    Katie describes the collaborative work with engineers, materials scientists, and supply chain teams needed to redesign products for repairability and durability, and emphasizes the value of sharing design guides and learnings openly. She also talks about using storytelling and exhibitions to make circular design visible, and why embracing “progress over perfection” is essential for industry-wide change.

    This episode is part of the Circular Design Summit series, a Circularity.fm series in collaboration with the German Design Council.

    People

    Katie Morgenroth, Head of Sustainable Design at Google
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiemorgenroth/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    01:19 Katie's Background and Google's Design Philosophy
    05:58 Sustainable Design Practices at Google
    06:49 Case Studies: Google Home Mini and Pixel Phones
    08:48 Innovations in Materials and Packaging
    12:39 Focus on Repair and Durability
    14:44 Plastic-Free Packaging Initiative
    19:00 Future Goals and Net Zero Emissions by 2030
    22:36 Collaborative Workshops and Industry Insights

    About

    Google is a leading American technology company renowned for its dominance in internet search, online advertising, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. Founded in 1998, Google has grown into one of the world’s most influential and valuable brands, serving billions of users with products like Search, Gmail, YouTube, and Android.

    As a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. since 2015, Google continues to expand its reach across digital services and platforms. In addition to its software and internet services, Google has made substantial investments in hardware, producing devices such as Pixel smartphones, smart speakers, and wearables, establishing a multibillion-dollar hardware business in recent years.

    Further Links

    https://www.german-design-council.de/aktivitaeten/circular-design-summit
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    39 min
  • How can Venture Capital be Regenerative with Alessa Berg from Top Tier Impact
    From financial instruments to global supply chains: reshaping the landscape for regeneration

    Regeneration is gaining traction, but what does it take to finance and scale truly regenerative businesses? In this episode, Alessa Berg, founder of Top Tier Impact, explains why regeneration requires a systemic mindset, how financial instruments can support regenerative models, and what founders need to consider before taking funding.

    Alessa shares practical distinctions between debt, grants, equity, and blended finance, and advises founders to get clear on their long-term vision before choosing a path. She explains how regenerative VC funds differ from traditional ones in capital structure, return expectations, and alignment with impact. The conversation also highlights overlooked local opportunities for regeneration, especially in Europe, and challenges in shifting global supply chains.

    People

    Alessa Berg, Founder at Top Tier Impact
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessaberg/

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    02:26 Founding Top Tier Impact
    03:40 Scaling and Mission of Top Tier Impact
    06:00 Systemic Approach and Governance
    07:07 Systematic Issues and Financial Options for Regenerative Businesses
    13:28 Understanding Regeneration and Suitable Sectors
    19:22 Financial Instruments for Early Stage Founders
    22:20 Regenerative Terms
    25:55 Regenerative-focused VC Funds
    28:17 Capital Structures and Compromises in Regenerative Investment
    32:52 Hotspots for Regenerative Transformation and Next Steps
    38:23 Tip for Founders
    39:44 Circular Trends in the Next Three Years
    41:29 Who Should Contact Top Tier Impact

    About

    Top Tier Impact (TTI) is a global ecosystem uniting investors, entrepreneurs, and professionals dedicated to addressing the world’s most pressing challenges through impact and sustainability. Founded in 2019, TTI’s mission is to mainstream impact-driven thinking in investment and business management, catalyzing the shift toward sustainable economic systems.

    With a network spanning over 50 countries and thousands of founders, corporate professionals, and investors managing $50 trillion in assets, TTI facilitates collaboration, investment, and innovation across sectors such as climate tech, regenerative finance, and food systems. The organization provides its members with exclusive networking opportunities, and access to events like the United Nations COP and Davos WEF, while also offering advisory services in ESG, climate, and policy to bridge private sector expertise with public policy implementation.

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    44 min
  • Selecting the right investors for your materials startup with  Jakob Röskamp from Traceless Materials
    How customer traction, off-takes, and capital stack enable scale in asset-heavy models

    What does it take to secure funding for asset-heavy, circular startups?

    In this episode, Jakob Röskamp, CFO at Traceless Materials, shares how customer validation builds investor confidence, why off-take agreements are key to de-risking CapEx-heavy models, and how combining equity, debt, and grants can reduce the cost of capital.

    While this series looks at how VCs select circular startups, it’s equally important to understand how startups choose their investors. Jakob shares practical insights on what that process looks like from the startup side. He also talks about Traceless’s approach to lifecycle assessments, as well as managing complexity when scaling a circular solution in the real world.

    People

    Jakob Röskamp, CFO at Traceless
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakobroeskamp/

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    01:59 Favorite philosopher: Aristotle & ethics
    02:40 Overview of Traceless Bio‑based Materials
    06:24 Scaling the Production
    08:35 Equity, Grants & Debt: Mixed Funding Strategy
    09:22 Choosing investors: impact, tech, commercial
    21:43 Off-take agreements: reducing investor risk
    26:36 Redefining growth within planetary boundaries
    28:39 Advice for circular founders
    29:15 Circular trends & Jakob’s invitation

    About

    Traceless is a Hamburg-based company on a mission to fight plastic pollution with truly sustainable materials. Founded in 2020, Traceless has developed an innovative, plastic-free biomaterial made from agricultural plant residues.

    Their materials are fully compostable, leaving no harmful traces in the environment, and offer a real alternative for products where recycling isn’t practical. By combining cutting-edge science with a commitment to circularity, Traceless is helping to shape a future where everyday products no longer contribute to the global plastic problem.

    Further Links

    https://www.traceless.eu/post/successful-funding-round

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    32 min
  • How Purpose-Driven Investors and Impact Founders Accelerate Systemic Change with Tina Dreimann from Better Ventures
    Funding the Future with Integral Investing

    How can purpose-driven founders and investors work together to build the solutions our economy urgently needs?

    Many startups are building solutions that target the root causes of today’s biggest challenges. But purpose-driven angel investors still have to evaluate each team individually, making it hard to fund impact at scale.

    In this episode, Tina Dreimann, founder of better ventures, explains how her network connects founders and investors to systematically change our economy towards impact and return. Tina also points out the principle of integral investing, where revenue and impact grow together. She shares how startups and established companies can form a symbiosis: combining entrepreneurial startup speed with corporate scale to shift entire value chains. Tina also advises founders to prioritise team strength and early customer validation.

    This episode is part of VC for Circularity - the Venture Capital Perspective on Circular Economy Startups.

    People

    Tina Dreimann, Founder at better ventures
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-dreimann/

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    02:52 Why Tina Founded better ventures
    04:58 What is better ventures?
    07:05 Angel Network at better ventures
    08:01 What Are The Benefits For Founders Working With better ventures?
    09:44 Understanding and Assessing Impact at better ventures
    14:09 Integral Investing: Correlation Between Investment Capital and Impact
    19:43 Spotting Impact Potential Patterns in Circular Business Models
    22:19 Selection Processes for Founder Teams and Business Angels
    24:26 Impact Investors and Angels as Responsible Leaders
    31:44 Tips for Circular Founders
    33:03 Trends for Circular Businesses in The Next Three Years
    33:48 What Kind of People Should Reach Out to better ventures?

    About

    better ventures is a German network of entrepreneurial business angels who back early-stage, purpose-driven startups across Europe. They support impact-driven companies that address pressing social and ecological challenges by providing not only capital but also time, expertise, and access to their extensive networks. better ventures prioritizes a founder-friendly approach that emphasizes long-term success and founder control rather than short-term financial gains.

    Their investments focus on startups creating positive impact in areas such as climate, ecosystems, resources, new work, education, and health, working closely with founders as partners and sparring partners to help build sustainable, impactful ventures.

    Further Links

    Portfolio companies:

    everdrop: https://www.everdrop.de

    Oxyle: https://oxyle.com
    ecoLocked: https://www.ecolocked.com
    BIOWORKS: https://www.bioworks-gmbh.de/en/home.html

    Book recommendation: Integral Investing: From Profit to Prosperity by Dr. Mariana Bozesan

    Report Circular Republic: https://www.circular-republic.org/startup-landscape-2025

    WEPA’s episode: https://circularity.fm/family-business-transform-towards-circular-value-creation-by-carl-luis-rieger-wepa-circulaze-summit/

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    36 min
  • New Critical Materials, Supply Chain Infrastructure, and Modular Solutions in the Circular Economy with Aly Bryan
    How to Build More Resilient Supply Chains?

    What will it take to recover more critical materials when demand is growing and recovery systems aren’t keeping up?

    With the growing deployment of solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicles, and data centers, demand for metals and minerals is rising fast. But current systems for recovering and reusing these materials are limited, inefficient, or missing entirely.

    In this episode, Aly Bryan, Senior Member of the investment team at Closed Loop Partners’ Venture Group, explains why critical materials have become a central topic in the circular economy. She introduces the concepts of small-loop and large-loop circularity, discusses the role of modular recovery infrastructure, and shares why relying on large, centralized processing facilities may no longer be the most effective approach. Aly also explores how circular startups can work within existing supply chains and why reverse logistics is essential to making recovery work at scale.

    This episode is part of VC for Circularity - the Venture Capital Perspective on Circular Economy Startups.

    People

    Aly Bryan, Senior Member of the investment team at Closed Loop Partners
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/alybryan/

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    0:00 Intro
    02:24 Aly's Interest in CE and Start at Closed Loop
    05:42 Closed Loop Ventures' Activites
    06:40 What Makes a Strong Early-Stage Fit for Closed Loop Ventures
    08:03 Can It Scale in the US? Closed Loop’s Global Investment Lens
    08:54 Scope of Circularity: Materials Focus, Supply Chain Infrastructure, and End-of-Life Valorization
    10:17 Not the Right Fit: What Closed Loop Doesn’t Invest In
    12:03 “We Want to Be the First Call”: Closed Loop’s Approach to Founder Support
    13:18 Critical Minerals: Importance for the CE and Current Relevance
    16:22 Supply Chain Disruptions and the Future of Critical Materials
    18:34 Assessing the Market: Small Loop and Large Loop Circularity
    22:39 Alternative Materials Innovation
    23:59 Ratio of Software vs Hardware Innovation
    26:14 Platform Solutions for Reverse Logistics
    28:50 Closed Loop Partners' Portfolio Companies
    30:28 Demand for Recycled Materials - Solar Cycle Example
    32:57 Closed Loop’s Investment Focus: Modular Recovery
    34:44 What Is Understood by Modular Processing Solutions
    36:41 Aly's Advice for Circular Founders
    38:30 What Are the Trends for the Next Three Years?
    39:49 Who Should Get in Contact with Closed Loop Partners?

    About

    Closed Loop Partners is a pioneering firm dedicated to building the circular economy through three integrated businesses: Closed Loop Capital Management, which manages venture capital, private equity, and private credit investments focused on circular solutions; the Center for the Circular Economy, an innovation hub tackling complex material challenges and driving systems change; and Closed Loop Builders, an operating group that incubates and scales circular economy infrastructure across the U.S., including one of the largest private recycling companies.

    Their venture capital arm, Closed Loop Ventures Group, invests early-stage capital in companies reimagining product design, manufacturing, consumption, and recovery to eliminate waste and transform supply chains.

    Further Links

    Mentioned companies:
    • Molg – https://www.molg.ai/
    • Valis Insights – https://valisinsights.com/
    • Solar Cycle – https://www.solarcycle.us/

    Pitcher portal: https://www.closedlooppartners.com/about-us/contact-us/

    More on Closed Loop: https://www.closedlooppartners.com/capital-management/venture-capital/ventures/

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    42 min
  • How to Get VC funding for Circular and Impact-driven Startups with Charlotte Lafont from Ring Capital
    What startups need to know about impact KPIs, product–market fit, and scaling

    "What does it take for circular and impact-driven startups to raise funding from VCs?

    In this episode, Charlotte Lafont, Principal at Ring Capital, explains how funds can integrate impact into every stage of the investment process, from evaluating impact intentionality to setting KPIs that are audited and tied to carried interest. Charlotte highlights what circular founders need to demonstrate to attract funding: strong product–market fit, alignment with existing value chains, and the ability to scale beyond niche markets.

    This episode is part of VC for Circularity - the Venture Capital Perspective on Circular Economy Startups.

    People

    Charlotte Lafont, Principal at Ring Capital
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-lafont-5a9b4b4a/

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    02:37 About Ring Capital
    04:27 Ring Capital's investor base and fund structure
    07:18 The role of impact in Ring Capital's investment thesis
    09:09 Defining impact: Intentionality, Additionality, and Measurability
    13:06 Integrating impact into the due diligence process
    15:38 Using impact scorecards to guide investment decisions
    18:10 Impact Business Case usage and industry-specific examples
    22:17 Auditing impact performance and linking KPIs to carried interest
    23:47 Investment focus: sub-groups for materials
    25:09 Sector drivers for packaging, construction and food
    27:54 Deep dive into the waste management sector
    30:14 Importance of integrating innovation and technology into existing value chains
    32:32 Tips for circular founders applying for funding
    33:58 Trends in circular businesses in the next three years
    35:48 What kind of listeners should reach out to Ring Capital?

    About

    Ring Capital is a Paris-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in fast-growing tech and impact companies, with a focus on addressing major social and environmental challenges. Managing over €400 million in assets, Ring Capital supports startups and scale-ups across Europe and Africa through investments, hands-on growth support, and specialized impact funds.

    Its ecosystem includes dedicated programs for growth tech, impact ventures, and philanthropic initiatives, all aimed at fostering innovation and positive societal change.

    Further Links

    About Ring Capital:
    https://www.ringcp.com/
    https://www.ringcp.com/portfolio/
    https://www.ringcp.com/ecosystem
    https://ringcapital.substack.com/p/the-eu-needs-to-make-impact-investing

    United for Impact Initiative:

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/unitedforimpact/

    Latest investment in the waste industry:

    https://www.lixo.tech/

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    39 min
  • How a global leader in building solutions invests in circular startups with Bengt Steinbrecher from Holcim Maqer Venture
    Strategic venture capital, circularity, and scaling innovation in the construction industry

    What does it take to invest in circularity in construction - an industry defined by waste, emissions, and long scaling cycles?

    In this episode, Bengt Steinbrecher of Holcim MAQER Ventures shares how one of the largest building materials companies works with startups to decarbonise the sector. From reusing 10 million tons of demolition material to testing carbon-storing concrete across Europe, Holcim blends strategic relevance with clear circular KPIs.

    The episode explores how corporate venture capital enables circular startups to scale in the construction industry - through market access, operational integration, and long-term collaboration.

    This episode is part of VC for Circularity - the Venture Capital Perspective on Circular Economy Startups.

    People

    Bengt Steinbrecher, Head of Digital Partnerships and Startup Partner at Holcim Maqer Ventures
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/bengt-steinbrecher-maqer

    Patrick Hypscher, Circular Business Strategist, PaaS Expert https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypscher/

    Chapters

    00:00 Intro
    02:02 Bengt's career background
    02:50 Circularity levers in the construction industry
    03:55 Holcim MAQER’s investment focus: sustainability, productivity, and construction tech
    08:07 Investments criteria and partnership success
    12:09 Holcim MAQER approach investing in start-ups
    15:57 Circularity evaluation framework
    17:58 Example of a circular start-up within Holcim's portfolio - Neustark
    19:50 Business models possibilites
    21:43 Choosing which business models to invest in
    23:26 Investing in asset-heavy businesses
    25:17 VC investment patterns in the circular construction field
    27:06 Circular Assessment - Where Strategic VC and Impact VC are alike
    29:49 Advice for circular founders and future trends
    32:07 Founders are invited to reach out to Holcim MAQER

    About

    Holcim MAQER Ventures is Holcim’s corporate venture capital and open innovation unit, designed to accelerate sustainable transformation in the construction industry. It invests in early-stage startups developing breakthrough technologies, provides a venture clienting program that enables startups to validate and scale their solutions within Holcim’s global operations, and runs a six-month accelerator program to foster innovation and collaboration across the construction value chain.

    Through these approaches, Holcim MAQER Ventures connects startups with market access, technical expertise, and resources to drive decarbonization and reinvent how the world builds

    Further Links

    https://holcimmaqerventures.com/
    https://www.neustark.com/

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    35 min

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