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Contribute to C4CEC’s Circular Economy Knowledge Hub

As part of our ongoing commitment to advancing circular practices in the coffee industry, C4CEC is expanding its existing good practices mapping to include external contributions. Until now, our team has actively identified and documented circular economy initiatives within the coffee sector. Moving forward, we are inviting members and partners globally to contribute directly to this growing resource.

The Good Practices Mapping will capture a wide range of circular innovations from company-led pilots and best practices to academic research and policy-relevant literature. Whether it is a proof of concept, a field-tested solution, or a novel idea in development, we welcome contributions that support circularity across the coffee value chain.

We accept submissions from all types of organizations and individuals, and in English, Spanish, and Portuguese languages. Contributions will be reviewed by our scientific board and made accessible to C4CEC members, and others working to accelerate the transition to a circular economy in coffee.

To share your work, please use the following form:

    Step 1/3

    Give a title for this Practice or project*

    Name*

    Please provide the name of the organization or individual submitting this initiative

    Value Chain Step*

    Which stage(s) of the coffee value chain does this initiative address? (e.g., harvesting, processing, distribution, consumption, etc.)

    VALORIZED BY-PRODUCT (Input)*

    What specific coffee by-product is being repurposed or transformed in this initiative?

    DESCRIPTION OF THE VALORIZED OUTPUT

    Please describe the new product, material, or application developed from the coffee by-product. Include key features, functionality, or intended use.

    ADDITIONAL INPUTS (if applicable)

    Are any materials or resources used in addition to coffee by-products? If so, please specify.

    Application Sector*

    Or specify a new one



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    Step 2/3

    GEOGRAPHICAL CONTEXT*

    In which country or region is this initiative implemented?

    TRL (TECHNOLOGY READINESS LEVEL)*

    What is the current development stage of the initiative? (e.g., concept stage, pilot implementation, market-ready, commercial scale-up)

    REQUIRED TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES

    Please list any specific tools, equipment, or technologies used in the initiative.

    IMPLEMENTATION TIMELINE

    How long did it take (or is expected to take) to develop and implement the initiative?

    TECHNICAL SKILLS INVOLVED

    DURATION OF THE INITIATIVE*

    When did the initiative begin, and how long has it been operational?

    SDGS (SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS)*

    Which SDGs does this initiative directly support?


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    Step 3/3

    INITIATIVE DESCRIPTION*

    Provide a concise summary of the initiative, including its objectives and context. Include any relevant details that further explain the approach, methodology, or background.

    OUTCOMES AND KEY DATA*

    What measurable results or progress has the initiative achieved to date?

    Impacts*

    EnvironmentalSocialEconomic Please describe the social, environmental, or economic impacts generated by the initiative.

    Challenges*

    What key challenges or obstacles have been encountered in the development or implementation process?

    Reference or Link to the Initiative*

    Please include a website, publication, or other relevant link associated with the initiative, if available.

    Contact PERSON*

    Provide the name and organization of the main point of contact.

    E-mail*

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