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Durable plastics are accumulating in the Norwegian economy, and predominantly get incinerated for energy purposes while demand and GHG emissions are growing. This report presents tailored circularity interventions, which if enabled by policy, can accelerate Norway’s transition into a low emission society.

Elin HansenHead of Circular Economy, ZERO

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Plastic is a fantastic material as its properties provide important possibilities of use. But plastic is also one of the biggest consumers of virgin fossil materials and a significant source of GHG emissions. High use combined with low reuse and recycling rates has created waste problems harming nature and wildlife. It simply cannot continue. Our members in the trade and service industry are committed to reducing the use of all unnecessary plastic and making plastic reusable and easy to recycle. Knowledge and cooperation are key to success. This report is an excellent example of both, and we hope its insights will be used by many.

Tord DaleHead of Sustainability, Federation of Norwergian Enterprises (Virke)

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Significant amounts of plastic are accumulating in the Norwegian building stock. Given the long lifetimes of plastics in buildings, the failure to implement circular solutions today will result in the Norwegian plastics system being unable to cope with the large volumes of waste for decades to come. Circularity solutions are within reach and this report provides a roadmap to implementation, detailing where the opportunities lie to transform the system.

Guro HaugeDirector Sustainability & Social Policy, The Federation of Norwegian Construction Industries (BNL)

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The textiles industry is working towards higher levels of circularity and reducing emissions throughout its value chains. The “Accelerating Circularity” report helps all stakeholders to better understand opportunities and challenges on this path. I encourage the entire industry to closely collaborate, within the sector and with other actors across the value chain, to truly advance to a sustainable plastics economy.

Linda RefvikCEO, NF&TA

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It is clear the Norwegian Plastic System has to become more sustainable and less dependent on virgin materials. Circular design and circular business models will be key for companies to succeed in the future, and this report outlines the path to achieve this. I call on the Norwegian Electrical Industry to follow these recommendations.

Frank JaegtnesCEO, Elektroforeningen (EFO)

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We need to acknowledge that the seafood industry contributes to a large amount of plastic use and marine plastic pollution - making our industry a significant contributor to marine waste along our shores. NCE Seafood Innovation believes that collaboration and knowledge sharing around industry challenges are essential to address our responsibility and tackle issues effectively. This report provides a solid foundation for action and offers findings and guidance that can help us improve and lead the way to a more circular plastic economy, for both the aquaculture and fishery industry, in Norway. We endorse this contribution.

Nina StrangelandManaging Director, The Seafood Innovation Cluster