UK Circular Economy Taskforce

The Circular Economy Taskforce is an independent expert advisory group established in November 2024 to support the government in creating a circular economy strategy for England. The Circular Economy Taskforce’s expertise will enable co-design of the first strategy to begin the transition to a circular economy in England. The strategy will:

• support economic growth
• create green jobs
• promote efficient and productive use of resources
• accelerate the transition to net zero emissions

The key objectives of the taskforce are to identify and assess mechanisms that can underpin a Circular Economy Strategy for England; through which the UK government, industry and civil society can:

• drive economic growth by stimulating investment in technologies, sectors and infrastructure that enable resource circularity
• create jobs across the circular economy and bolster the security of supply chains
• increase resource efficiency and productivity
• reduce emissions and accelerate to net zero
• contribute to the government’s missions to kickstart economic growth and make Britain a clean energy superpower, in particular supporting delivery of the UK government’s Industrial Strategy and refreshed Carbon Budget Delivery Plan

The Circular Economy Taskforce comprises a diverse group of experts and leaders from various sectors. The members bring extensive knowledge and experience, to support the development of the government’s circular economy strategy.

For further information terms of reference and members visit Circular Economy Taskforce.

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