HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-06

HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-06

We can work on CIRCUMETRICS : Harmonised Circularity Indicators for Sustainable Transitions at Micro-Level:The transition to a circular economy (CE) is essential for achieving the goals of the European Green Deal and the Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP). While macro-level monitoring frameworks exist, there is no harmonised, operational system for tracking progress at the microeconomic level, such as cities, households, or individual companies.

Existing CE indicators are fragmented, often inconsistent, and lack actionable value for local authorities, SMEs, and investors. There is a strong need for robust, comparable, and user-centric indicators that can inform policies, business decisions, and investment strategies.

Specific Objectives:

• Identify gaps and needs in current circularity monitoring frameworks at the micro-level.

• Develop a harmonised indicator framework aligned with EU methodologies (e.g. Environmental Footprint, Consumption Footprint).

• Test indicators across real-world case studies (urban, regional, company, and household).

• Create user guidance and recommendations for policymakers and investors.

• Ensure transferability and interoperability of indicators across contexts.

• Facilitate uptake through stakeholder engagement, training, and policy dialogue.

• Cluster with CCRI and other Horizon Europe initiatives to ensure synergy and visibility.

**HORIZON-CL6-2025-01-CIRCBIO-06 aims to deliver:
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• Validated indicator sets for circular economy (CE) monitoring at the micro-level (households, companies, cities, and regions);

• Clear and actionable guidance for local authorities and financial institutions on how to apply these indicators;

• Increased uptake of CE metrics in strategic planning and investment decision-making;

• A stronger alignment between EU-level circular economy policy goals and implementation at the local/regional level;

• A contribution to the standardisation and harmonisation of CE assessment tools across Europe.

The project supports and is fully aligned with:

• The European Green Deal and the Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP);

• Environmental Footprint methodologies and the consumption footprint indicator;

• The Circular Cities and Regions Initiative (CCRI) and its community of practice;

• The development of data-driven, policy-relevant tools to advance a more sustainable and inclusive circular economy.