Circular Hub Leuven
Circular Economy Co-Creation
An inspiring success story of innovative collaboration that elevates the circular economy in Leuven to a higher level.
Project Overview
In partnership with Leuven 2030 and the City of Leuven, Happonomy developed a transformative roadmap for a circular superstructure - a powerful ecosystem that brings all stakeholders together for sustainable impact in the city and region.
Our Partners
Together with strong local partners, we are building a sustainable circular economy in Leuven.
Our Objectives
Sustainable Policy Framework
Support in creating an innovative CE framework that translates political vision into concrete actions and investments.
Scalable Business Models
Together with Werecircle, we worked on developing clear, profitable models for 5 lighthouse cases that accelerate the circular economy in the Leuven region.
Collective Impact
Development of a collective business case for 10,000 m² innovation space where collaboration and collective sustainable impact are central.
Ecosystem Development
Structural network development that connects local actors and facilitates sustainable partnerships.
Results
Five inspiring projects that demonstrate the power of circular innovation and create concrete impact.
Plastic Reuse
Successful preparations for joint venture and sustainable partnerships
Textile Repair
Dynamic growth with strong financial foundations and expansion
Construction Materials
Innovative product strategy developed for Materials Bank with major impact
Electronics Repair
Clear roadmap with positive prospects for sustainable growth
Medical Waste
Pioneering research into revolutionary circular solutions
Our Added Value
Concrete milestones that pave the way to a thriving circular economy in Leuven.
Strategic Breakthroughs
- Detailed CE policy framework for the new legislature with solid budget for future growth
- Unanimous signing of Letter of Intent by all partners for sustainable collaboration
- Inspiring roadmap 2025-2027 for systematic impact enhancement
- Comprehensive subsidy scan with new financing opportunities
Operational Excellence
- Ambitious business case for 10,000 m² innovative collaboration space
- Robust financial models enabling sustainable growth
- Clear governance and empowered stakeholder roles
- Dynamic coordination team ready for the next phase
Next Steps
With a strong foundation, we now lay the groundwork for exponential growth and impact.
2025 Acceleration
Setting up the governance structure for the new legislature and rolling out the transformative roadmap.
Technological Innovation
Further development of technological tools and platforms that support ecosystem managers in their circular initiatives.
Join the Circular Revolution
This inspiring project proves that ambitious circular economy transformation is possible. Discover how we can create similar impact together in your region or sector.