Circular economy

To make it possible for new, high-quality products to be made from waste, it is first necessary to collect materials separately and to establish suitable recycling processes. But true sustainability starts much earlier - with waste that is not generated in the first place. Regularly turning to used goods, reusable systems, and sharing solutions, among others, undoubtedly represents an intervention in the consumption behavior of each individual. In the City of Freiburg, countless stores, initiatives, and alternative products provide more than just a nudge to help people rethink how they consume.