14-05-2025
Oman launches MENA region's first Circularity Gap Report
Muscat – Oman has launched the Circularity Gap Report (CGR) Oman Project, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the region aimed at advancing sustainable resource use and building a roadmap for a circular economy in line with Oman Vision 2040.
The project, spearheaded by Ministry of Economy and supported by be'ah, was formally unveiled during a stakeholder roundtable on Wednesday that brought together government officials, industry leaders, academics and representatives from Circle Economy – an organisation based the Netherlands behind the global CGR initiative.
The effort marks a key milestone in the sultanate's commitment to sustainability, with the project set to assess current resource consumption and identify areas where circularity can be improved. This includes reducing waste and ensuring resources are reused efficiently across all stages of the economic cycle.
'The concept of a circular economy extends beyond mere waste recycling; it ensures the optimal use of resources throughout all stages of the economic cycle,' said Dr Aisha al Sarihiyya, Economic Expert at Ministry of Economy. 'It enhances the connection between supply chains and, in turn, generates economic and social benefits alongside environmental gains.' Ivonne Bojoh, CEO of Circle Economy
The project positions Oman as a regional leader in circular economy planning. Ivonne Bojoh, CEO of Circle Economy, said, 'Today marks the first roundtable for the Circularity Gap Report Oman – the first of its kind in the MENA region. The collaboration among Omani stakeholders is a strong signal of the country's readiness to lead systemic change for future generations.'
Tamara Fieldboer, Director at Circle Economy, added, 'We saw Oman's circular vision come to life through critical dialogue and practical solutions. The diverse perspectives and shared leadership demonstrated today will drive the nation's circular transition forward.'
The baseline report currently under development will offer detailed insights and recommendations to guide Oman's national strategy on circularity. It is expected to play a key role in achieving the sustainability and economic resilience targets set out in Vision 2040. Tamara Fieldboer, Director at Circle Economy
