Closing the Loop - Business to business service Organization in Amsterdam

Closing the Loop: Pioneering Circularity in the Tech Industry

Mission: To combat the global e-waste problem and promote responsible IT consumption by bridging the gap between sustainability and commercial success.

Vision: To achieve an annual collection of 20 million scrap devices by 2030, driving the transition towards a circular economy in the tech sector.

History: Closing the Loop was founded with the core purpose of addressing the growing issue of electronic waste. The organization has quickly gained recognition and established itself as a leader in the circular economy, as evidenced by its partnerships, awards, and media coverage.

Core Purpose: Closing the Loop's core purpose is to provide a tangible solution to e-waste through its innovative "One for One" service. This service ensures that for every new IT device added to the market, a corresponding scrap device is collected and recycled. This approach not only promotes environmental sustainability but also offers significant commercial benefits to businesses, including:

* Increased Competitive Advantage: Differentiating businesses through a positive and impactful initiative.

* Increased Sales: Meeting the growing consumer demand for sustainable products and services.

* Enhanced Customer Satisfaction: Providing customers with a greener and more responsible way to consume IT hardware.

* Building Customer and Brand Loyalty: Creating engaging content and unique stories around sustainability efforts.

* Generating Positive PR Exposure: Leveraging the media's interest in the One for One story and its results.

* Improving Investor Relations: Demonstrating a commitment to sustainability that goes beyond compliance.

Closing the Loop's impact is demonstrated through its partnerships with leading companies, its recognition through awards (including being shortlisted for the Social Enterprise Award at the World Sustainability Awards 2025 and winning the SPLC Leadership Award for Circular Economy), and its presence in the media. The organization is committed to driving the entire industry in a positive direction and making it easier for companies and the public sector to be more sustainable.