Focus Area 1

Circular Manufacturing

The high impact of Cleveland industries means that circular manufacturing would seriously reduce resource consumption, waste generation, pollution and carbon emissions. In this area, the roadmap recommends:

  • Impact assessments on current industrial practices on carbon emissions, waste production, energy consumption, air and water conditions.

  • Developing clear reduction goals.

  • Bring together local industries and institutions to advance innovation and collaboration.

  • Turn the Cuyahoga River’s industrial valley into a Circular Valley.

  • Turn the Cuyahoga River’s industrial valley into a Circular Valley.