SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT
Plant Chicago works with small businesses to implement circular economy practices. If your small business is looking to engage in the circular economy, read on!
CIRCULAR ECONOMY & SMALL BUSINESSES
Plant Chicago brings Chicago-area small businesses together to cultivate local circular economies. A local circular economy is one that regenerates natural ecosystems, minimizes waste, and ensures that economic and social benefits are distributed equitably. Over the years, Plant Chicago businesses through workshops, markets, and a leadership network.
Small businesses, early-stage entrepreneurs, home-based businesses, and independent contractors that are interested in working to implement circular practices can start by downloading the Circular Economy Toolkit.
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For local entrepreneurs that want to take the next step with action, consider joining monthly markets with Plant Chicago.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR SMALL BUSINESS TOOLKIT
Please fill out the fo​rm below to download a copy of Plant Chicago's Circular Economy Toolkit for Small Businesses.
PREVIOUS NETWORK MEMBERS
Below is a select list of local small businesses that have worked with Plant Chicago to implement circular economy practices.
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Back of the Yards Coffee
WHAT IS A LOCAL CIRCULAR ECONOMY?
A local circular economy is a collaborative practice sustained by the local circulation of materials, nutrients, knowledge, and economic value. Values of equity, transparency, diversity, and inclusion define its success.
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In a local circular economy, business activities should regenerate natural ecosystems, minimize waste, and strive to make sure that economic and social benefits are distributed equitably.
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Looking for more details on how businesses can participate in a local circular economy? See a more comprehensive list of circular economy-aligned business practices here.