In order to ensure a sufficient supply of raw materials in the future to meet the increasing demand for products, we need a radical change in the way we handle raw materials and waste. With this in mind, on january 24th more than 180 parties signed the National Raw Materials Agreement in The Hague. The document contains agreements on having the Dutch economy operate on the basis of reusable raw materials. Signing on behalf of the Cabinet where Minister for the Environment Dijksma and Minister Kamp (Economic Affairs). The Dutch business community was represented by Hans de Boer (VNO-NCW) and Michaël van Straalen (MKB-Nederland). Province Gelderland is among the parties that signed the agreement. The signatories can now make concrete plans to accelerate this transition. Concrete plans on the subjects of biomass, food, plastics, manufacturing, construction and consumer goods will be completed within six months. These plans will set forth the steps to be taken to realize a full circular economy by 2050.
