Knowledge base

Since 2010, we have been involved in several projects inspired by the principles of Cradle to Cradle, the circular economy and/or the importance of health in buildings.

Together with many (international) partners, we have collaborated in research and projects in the built environment. Many interesting sources have been developed during these projects both by collaborating partners and ourselves. In addition, there are also several interesting sources from external parties that we have used as a foundation to enrich our knowledge, all of which we are happy to share with everyone via this page.

Below you will find all the knowledge available in English, via the flags at the top right you can navigate to the Dutch and German knowledge.

When multiple languages are available, it is possible to go to the appropriate language of this article via the flags (top right).

This knowledge base has its origins in the C2C Center.

Movie about the city hall of Venlo during the building process

Video | City of Venlo | German, Dutch, English | 07-04-2015

Movie made by Beeldwerk during the building process of the city hall of Venlo during the Venloop on March 2015. 

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City Hall Venlo, more than merely sustainable – City Hall Venlo Infografic

Document | City of Venlo | English | 04-03-2015

The new city hall, or “stadskantoor” embodies Venlo’s ambition to have the town and region function based on Cradle to Cradle (C2C) principles. The building is not merely sustainable (‘less bad’), but delivers a positive contribution to man, the environment and economy. The focus of the design for the building is on the following themes […]

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Guide to Cradle to Cradle inspired business sites

Book | C2C BIZZ | English | 01-11-2014

The guide provides systematic and practical guidance on how to implement C2C on business sites. As each site development has its unique framework conditions, the Guide has a flexible structure that can be used independently, according to specific needs. In the past four years, experts all over the North-West of Europe have been creating tools […]

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C2C BIZZ flyer

Document | C2C BIZZ | English | 01-11-2014

A short flyer with more information about the C2C BIZZ project. More information about C2c BIZZ. C2C BIZZ is the collaboration of 11 European partners in the North Western area with the objective to enhance the implementation of Cradle to Cradle on new and existing business sites. The project is funded by the European Interreg […]

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C2C BIZZ results in movie

Video | C2C BIZZ | German, Dutch, English | 01-11-2014

This short movie shows the results of the C2C BIZZ project. The aim of this project is to apply Cradle to Cradle on business sites. To reach this, we created several pilot sites in different countries and developed tools to facilitate the application of Cradle to Cradle. The C2C BIZZ project is supported by European […]

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Case study: C2C opportunities in policy of (local) government

Document | C2C ExpoLAB | English | 01-11-2014

As first region in the world, Venlo fully embraced Cradle to Cradle (C2C) as strategy for innovation and economic growth. Venlo considers C2C as an innovative economic concept, based on new business models and the (re)use of materials continuously. Since 2006, the city of Venlo started implementing these principles into policy. By doing so, Venlo […]

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Case study: Education in Venlo

Document | C2C ExpoLAB | English | 22-10-2014

As sustainability rapidly becomes a key priority for businesses and institutions worldwide, so does the need for job candidates with a strong knowledge of sustainability and responsible innovation. Inspiring a next generation of innovators and thought leaders, Venlo and C2C ExpoLAB works with forward-thinking schools, colleges and universities to integrate the principles of ‘systems thinking’ […]

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Case study: Venlo City Hall

Document | C2C ExpoLAB | English | 15-10-2014

City Hall Venlo’s design is a paramount example of applying the Cradle to Cradle design principles on building scale. City Hall Venlo is being recognized for many innovations; this building is designed for its users and residents, culture and place, and is designed to anticipate future innovations and continuous improvements at all scales. This case […]

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Case study: City of Venlo

Document | C2C ExpoLAB | English | 15-10-2014

As first region in the world, Venlo fully embraced Cradle to Cradle (C2C) as strategy for innovation and economic growth. Venlo considers C2C as an innovative economic concept, based on new business models and the (re)use of materials continuously. Valuable resources are not lost. The Venlo region is an innovative testing ground where business, education […]

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