Empowering individuals, organizations, and communities to shift from linear wasteful systems to regenerative circular models.
🌿 Why Circular Economy Matters
In today’s world, traditional “take-make-dispose” systems are no longer sustainable. The circular economy presents a transformative approach that:
- Eliminates waste
- Redesigns products and systems
- Keeps materials in use for as long as possible
- Regenerates nature
At Suma Natural, we believe that transitioning to a circular economy is essential—not only for environmental resilience but also for business innovation and social equity. That’s why we offer in-depth education, practical training, and personalized mentoring in this crucial area.
🎓 Our Circular Economy Services
We offer a comprehensive set of services tailored to individuals, educators, NGOs, SMEs, and green startups who want to embed circular economy principles into their strategy and operations.
1. Workshops & Masterclasses
Engaging, hands-on sessions for small groups or large organizations, covering:
- Fundamentals of circular economy
- Circular product design thinking
- Lifecycle thinking and carbon impact
- Cradle-to-cradle principles
- Localized case studies (Indonesia-focused)
đź“Ť Available online and on-site (Bandung, Jakarta, Medan).
2. Training for Educators & Community Leaders
Enable teachers, facilitators, and changemakers to integrate circular economy into curricula or community programs.
- Training-of-Trainers (ToT) model
- Open-source teaching materials
- Certification programs available
3. Business Mentoring for Green Entrepreneurs
Get 1-on-1 or team mentoring to help develop circular business models with practical tools and expert support.
You’ll learn how to:
- Rethink product life cycles
- Apply reuse, repair, and recycling strategies
- Develop revenue from waste streams
- Implement ESG and sustainable packaging
- Measure impact (carbon, water, material footprints)
🛠️ Mentorship includes business model canvas, B Impact assessment, and LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) support.
🌎 Who Is It For?
- Educators & trainers who want to deliver sustainable knowledge
- Entrepreneurs & startups seeking circular business transformation
- CSR and sustainability teams in corporations
- NGOs and community leaders looking to create systemic change
- Government programs aiming for green policy outcomes
đź“š What Makes Our Program Unique?
- âś… Rooted in permaculture ethics (Earth care, People care, Fair share)
- âś… Localized insights for the Indonesian context
- âś… Focus on actionable, real-world implementation
- âś… Integrated with our other services: permaculture design, education, and sustainable product development
- âś… Led by practitioners, not just theorists
🧑‍🏫 Example Modules in Our Programs
| Module | Description |
|---|---|
| Circular Economy 101 | Core principles, systems thinking, and global trends |
| Designing for Regeneration | Product and process innovation for circularity |
| Waste = Resource | Turning waste into valuable inputs |
| Circular Finance & Revenue Models | Monetizing sustainability |
| Measurement & Reporting | ESG metrics, lifecycle analysis, and impact reports |
🥇 Testimonials
“Suma Natural’s training helped us redesign our packaging system, cutting costs and reducing waste. Their mentoring was practical and inspiring.”
— Fika, Founder
“This program opened my eyes to how we can make our school curriculum more aligned with sustainability goals.”
— Rina, SMK Teacher in Medan
💬 Let’s Co-Create a Circular Future
Whether you’re just starting your circular journey or ready to take your initiative to the next level, Suma Natural is here to guide you with integrity, heart, and impact.
đź“ž Contact us today for a discovery call or to book your custom program.