The Circular Design training program is approaching the halfway point

The Circular Design development path towards a circular economy program, initiated by the Ministry of the Environment, has already reached its midpoint. During the year 2023, the training program will coach 50 Finnish companies to become pioneers in the circular economy. Along with Image Wear, pilot program participants include companies like Stora Enso, UPM Raflatac, Mirka, Helkama Velox, Kiilto, and Genelec.

The company's development projects are progressing

The companies involved in the pilot program have various circular economy development projects – some are developing strategic level projects, while others are working on concrete product or service projects. The development projects are in the planning phase, and many projects will only start after the training program, which lasts until the end of the year.

Participants of the training program are more confident than ever that the transition to a circular economy is necessary. The training has been found inspiring and has increased interest in new circular economy ideas and initiatives.

Image Wear is developing sustainable and recyclable workwear

Image Wear aims to develop particularly the early stages of the workwear lifecycle in the training program. It is important for the environment that products are designed to last as long as possible for the purpose they were developed.

In addition to the long lifespan of workwear, recycling is important. Image Wear's project also involves designing workwear so that the clothes can be recycled as efficiently as possible.

Read more about the Circular Design training program here .