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Circular Economy research projects

A selection of the projects our circular economy researchers are leading around the world.

Projects

Manchester Met has developed innovative examples of the circular economy in action within a growing number of fields, including:

  • material recycling
  • product repair
  • bioplastics
  • food waste
  • business innovation
  • circular textiles
  • fashion design

Working with our students and project partners from the private and public sectors, we develop practical, powerful examples of this theory in action.   

We share the learning that comes from our work and seek new partners who share our vision for finding new, innovative ways to build a circular economy – one that works for business and is also better for us and the planet.

Take a look at our most recent research projects below to learn more about what we do, and please get in touch if you have any questions.

  • Person soldering a circuit board

    Research: ShaRepair

    Digital support infrastructure for citizens in the repair economy.

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  • 3D printed concrete incorporating recycled fine aggregates.

    CIRMAP

    Using recycled materials to create customisable furniture for public places.

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  • Recycled Filament

    TRANSFORM-CE

    Transforming single use plastics and creating a circular economy business model.

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  • BIO PLASTICS EU

    BIO-PLASTICS EUROPE

    Developing and implementing sustainability-based solutions for bio-based plastic production and use.

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  • ECO-I NW

    ECO-I North West

    Helping businesses to create new products, processes and services to establish their position in a low carbon future.

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  • Denim

    Research: Texonomy

    Engineering solutions to recycle and reuse denim waste.

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  • CONCRETE-Digest

    CONCRETE-Digest, The Paper Series

    Paper and construction industry symbiosis via anaerobic digestion for enhanced resource efficiency and a low carbon future.

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  • Textile Waste

    Tackling Mixed Textile Waste

    Engineering innovative solutions to generate new products from mixed textile waste.

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  • Dyes

    Research: Decontaminating Textile Effluents

    Engineering solutions for the decontamination of textile waste waters and effluents using additive manufacturing.

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See our past research projects

Learn about our previous projects and download resources.

Go to past research projects