WCEF2025 ACCELERATOR SESSION - Financing Circular Chains: a game to navigate funding in the circular economy

​In "Financing Circular Chains: a game to navigate funding in the circular economy," participants will step into the shoes of both investors and circular economy entrepreneurs to explore the challenges of financing a circular startup.

​Through roleplay and decision-making, we will address key questions: How do you balance financial goals with sustainability? What are the unique challenges in financing circular businesses? How do chain partners influence financing decisions?

​This session is crucial for the global transition to a circular economy, as it highlights the complexities of financing while ensuring long-term sustainability. Using real-world examples, participants will gain insights into the financial strategies needed to scale circular businesses.

​By engaging in this game, participants will learn how to structure financing options, collaborate with chain partners, and overcome financing barriers—providing practical solutions to a major challenge in the circular economy.

This event/webinar is an accelerator session at the World Circular Economy Forum 2025 (wcef2025.com). On social media, you can follow the event with #WCEF2025.