Investments Surge in France’s Circular Economy with Renewed Funding Initiatives

In a significant stride towards sustainability, the Passenaud Group has recently acquired a substantial stake in Metal Resource, a prominent entity in the circular economy sector located in Loire-Atlantique. This investment reinforces Passenaud's commitment to enhance its operations within the recycling industry, showcasing a proactive approach to sustainable practices in metal resource management. The acquisition is part of a broader trend in France, where businesses are increasingly focusing on circular economy initiatives to minimize waste and promote recycling, an effort deemed critical in ongoing climate discussions (source: 15991).

Simultaneously, the Eurométropole de Strasbourg has renewed its call for projects centered around Zero Waste and the Circular Economy for the year 2026. This initiative highlights the region’s commitment to waste reduction and climate change mitigation. Since its launch in 2018, this program has funded 85 projects from more than 50 different organizations, with a total of over €560,000 allocated. Each awarded project can receive a maximum of €10,000 in support, aimed at furthering efforts to significantly reduce the volume of waste in blue bins (source: 15989).

The goal of this renewed funding is to encourage innovative proposals from various local entities while pushing for a more extensive adoption of circular economy practices across the region. Interested participants, predominantly associations and cooperative structures, have until October 9, 2025, to submit their project proposals, which are seen as crucial for promoting sustainable waste management strategies within the community.

Both developments reflect a growing recognition of the importance of the circular economy in France, tapping into private investments alongside public funding initiatives to foster a sustainable future. As Passenaud expands its capabilities in recycling, the Strasbourg initiative aims to mobilize grassroots solutions to tackle waste-related challenges, further enhancing France's circular economy landscape.