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Policy and market signals shape every property portfolio. The Environment Secretary has confirmed that the Circular Economy Strategy will be delayed until 2026, creating a new layer of uncertainty for CRE owners and ESG leads. This post examines what the delay means for waste management, data requirements, and investment planning. We unpack the problem, outline the business implications for compliance and cost, and explain how modern PropTech can help you stay ahead even as policy unfolds. By exploring practical actions now, portfolio teams can keep circular economy goals on track while awaiting clearer guidance. The focus here is on the circular economy strategy and what it means for asset strategies, tenant services, and ESG reporting. The piece also looks at how technology can bridge the gap between policy and practice, including examples of how real-time waste data and ESG reporting platforms support decision making even in periods of regulatory uncertainty. The Problem The govern...

Circular economy policy in the UK has long been framed as a driver of cost savings, happier tenants, and a greener portfolio. Yet the latest update confirms the Circular Economy Strategy will not be published until 2026. For commercial real estate (CRE) firms, that delay creates uncertainty around waste governance, supplier commitments, and how ESG reporting will align with evolving regulation. This post unpacks what the delay means for asset owners, managers, and ESG leads, and shows how modern data-enabled approaches can help you stay ahead. We will identify the problem, explain the implications for your portfolio, and outline a practical path forward that leverages real time waste data and ESG reporting capabilities. The primary keyword here is circular economy strategy, which anchors our discussion about policy, planning, and performance. In a sector that increasingly prizes accountable waste management and circular practices, waiting for policy clarity can feel like standing at a ...

The delay of the UK government’s Circular Economy Strategy until 2026 leaves businesses in limbo at a time when waste management and sustainability reporting are becoming increasingly critical. This postponement creates uncertainty for commercial property owners and ESG leaders who were relying on the strategy to guide their decarbonisation efforts. In this article, we’ll explore what this delay means for your waste management strategy, how it impacts ESG reporting obligations, and why [real-time waste data]( Wastify AI ) is now more valuable than ever. The Problem: A Leadership Vacuum in Waste Policy The government’s unexpected delay in publishing its Circular Economy Strategy (now dubbed the ‘Circular Economy Growth Plan’) creates three immediate challenges for commercial property stakeholders: Regulatory uncertainty  — Without clear policy direction, businesses lack guidance on future compliance requirements Investment paralysis  — Major waste infrastructure decisions may be postpon...

The recent announcement that the UK government’s much-anticipated Circular Economy Strategy will be delayed until 2026 has sent ripples across various sectors. Originally pencilled in for October, the postponement, confirmed by Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds, leaves businesses, particularly those in commercial real estate, facing uncertainty regarding future environmental compliance and strategic planning. While the government reiterates its commitment to a circular economy, this delay prompts a critical evaluation of how organisations can proactively navigate the evolving landscape of sustainable waste management and resource efficiency, without waiting on policy. The Lingering Question of a Circular Economy Framework The delay in the formal Circular Economy Strategy, or the ‘Circular Economy Growth Plan’ as it’s been dubbed, presents a significant challenge for British businesses. A robust governmental framework is essential for providing clear direction, incentivising sustainab...

By 2026, the UK will enter a new era of waste management, one driven by mandatory digital waste tracking. Facility managers, property managers, and ESG leads across the country are preparing for what could be one of the most significant changes to how commercial buildings record, manage, and report their waste. The UK government’s new waste tracking reforms aim to bring full transparency to the waste journey from generation to disposal, replacing paper-based systems and manual logs with real-time digital records. For multi-tenant buildings, this means no more relying on estimates, spreadsheets, or incomplete service records. But what exactly does this new legislation mean for you as a facility manager? How will it affect your reporting, billing, and compliance processes? And how can you prepare now, before the 2026 deadline arrives? Ready to future-proof your waste operations before 2026? Discover how Wastify AI helps facilities meet compliance with digital tracking built for the UK ...