Raul Pop

Circular Economy Coalition - CERC

Established in 2017 as an independent organization by a group of professionals and social and environmentally responsible companies, the main purpose of the Circular Economy Coalition (CERC) is to promote nationwide the key objectives of the EC Circular Economy Package, namely to stimulate the development of new markets and business models, thus contributing to economic growth and creation of new jobs. Initially, the Coalition gathered members from the entire waste management sector (producers, waste collection companies, sorting stations and recyclers), but also various experts on environmental issues. As a consolidated body, our commitment is to enlarge the members variety all across Romanian economy, towards a circular business approach. We are open to establish strategic partnerships with similar local and international organizations and academia. The scope is to develop studies and reports on various circularity issues and support the implementation of programs promoting circular economy principles and concepts. Currently, CERC is actively working on tightening the communication with local and central authorities as well as Parliamentary committees, by attending public debates and working groups, in order to inform them about the benefits that circular economy can bring to the Romanian economy. Coalition's aim is to become the leading voice that advocates for Circular Economy principles and international best practices throughout Romania, consequently becoming a key player for the domestic business community, but also the voice that broadcasts internationally the Romanian proposals and achievements in this sector.