The Circular Economy

A new model for creating value

Circular economy goals

By 2030, two thirds of the world’s population will live in urban areas, a change that will force billions of people to rethink their habits and cities to face new challenges: resource consumption, the environment, resilience, and economic and social inclusion. This new scenario has forced companies and governments to revise their linear economic approach in which products are discarded once they reach their end-of-life. As an enabler of innovation and technological transformation for smarter and more sustainable living, Enel X is leading the transition toward a future-proof development model, with the Circular Economy as a crucial pillar. We believe it effectively solves the biggest challenges in today's world.

Circular economy business models

Sustainable inputs, recycle and reuse, product-as-a-service, sharing platforms and product life extension are the five principles of a new, circular development model that represents an extraordinary opportunity for people, businesses and cities in terms of competitiveness, innovation and job creation - generating new value for everyone, everywhere.

We provide tools that increase circularity, reduce environmental impact and create new opportunities to make businesses more competitive.

We make cities more livable, assessing their circularity and boosting it through smart lighting, energy efficiency and e-mobility solutions.

We make homes smarter, more comfortable and more sustainable: our circularity scores ensure product traceability and transparency.

The Meaning of Circular Economy

Nicola Tagliafierro, Head of Enel X’s Sustainability department

What is the Circular Economy? Enel X responds

The Circular Economy is the new economic frontier where the concepts of population growth and limited resources are the key drivers. We need an answer, and the five business models of the Circular Economy can definitely come to our aid.

Nicola Tagliafierro

Head of Sustainability at Enel X

How the Enel X Circular Model Works

Boosting Program

Our structured methodology, that allows for the improvement of products by working on their Circular Economy and Social inclusion.

FIND OUT MORE

Circular Product Score

Our validated methodology that measures the circularity level of solutions on a scale of 1 to 5 by analyzing material and energy flows and the application of circular business models.

FIND OUT MORE

Circular Economy Report

Our validated methodology that assesses the maturity and dissemination levels of Circular Economy principles in companies and public administrations, and identifies the main gaps in order to increase the level of circularity.

FIND OUT MORE

How the Enel X circular economy model works

Why Become Circular

Enel X, a Reliable Circularity Partner

We are committed to the Circular Economy and we deliver concrete tools to those who want to embark on a journey of sustainability. Having tested the effectiveness of this model on ourselves, we share our solutions with partners and clients: the Circular Economy Report, the Circular Economy Product Score, and the innovative Circular Eonomy Boosting Program.

Develop Circular Thinking

We support our clients in applying Circular Thinking to gain greater awareness of their own circular actions while identifying new opportunities for improvement and value creation.

A girl holding a smartphone in her hand in a very green room

Increase Competitiveness

Adopting circular business models makes companies more efficient, resilient and competitive, opening up new business opportunities.

Stimulate Innovation and Growth

The Circular Economy has a favorable impact on innovation, economic growth and employment. Companies that adopt Circular Economy models perform better than traditional ones.

Reduce Pressure on the Environment

The Circular Economy is strategic to addressing global warming, scarcity of resources and waste management, reducing the use of non-renewable resources and CO2 emissions.

The Circular Economy Factbook

If you are interested in applying the principles of circularity to your business or organization, then our Circular Economy Factbook is essential reading.

FIND OUT MORE