Data-led solutions to complex sustainability challenges

Let’s build practical circular economy solutions together

We help governments, businesses and NGOs turn complex resource and sustainability challenges into practical, measurable action.

From strategy to implementation, our independent experts deliver data-led insight, circular solutions and real-world impact.

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Resource Futures is an independent consultancy specialising in material resources

Our work spans research, data and communities

Research

Supporting evidence-based decision making on policy, circular business models, communications, and waste material management operations.

Data

Filling the knowledge gap on what materials are where in the economy, enabling informed decisions
to plan for and implement prevention, reuse and recycling strategies.

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Communities

Developing and implementing community-focused programmes and initiatives that build resilience, save money and drive environmental and social impact for all stakeholders.

Est. 2006

20 years of delivering environmental and social impact

1,200t

waste prevented through our Communities work each year

1,964 days

of data collection fieldwork delivered in 2025-26

£4.7m

Consumer savings delivered through our projects in 2025-26

Our clients include governments, businesses, NGOs

We help our clients build resource resilience through data-driven insights, proactive research and intervention development, as well as community-first social impact.

Turning complexity into practical action

Explore the range of services we offer to elevate your business.

Data intelligence

We make evidence usable – translating complex data into clear insights that inform decisions and reduce risk.

Community activation

We build long-term resource resilience – enabling people and organisations to use materials more efficiently, securely and sustainably.

Circular solutions

We design solutions that work in the real world – grounded in operational reality, not theory.

Changing behaviours

We provide behavioural insights and strategic communications support to help you reach the right audience with the right message.

Strategy development

We help clients navigate change – anticipate regulatory shifts and build resilience into systems and services.

Quantifiable impact

We deliver measurable outcomes: cost savings, improved performance,
compliance confidence and environment and social impact.

Our work

We help public bodies, businesses and communities build, deliver and grow efficient and sustainable systems that stand up to economic, environmental and social change.

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Enabling Heathrow Airport to shift towards ‘zero waste’

Researching ways to tackle the mobile e-waste crisis

Laying down a blueprint for increased flooring recycling and recovery

Delivering Europe-wide data insights into plastic packaging waste

Trusted independent resource experts

“We knew we could trust
Resource Futures to deliver
accurate, useful and actionable
training around the circular
economy. We were delighted
with their comprehensive and
collaborative approach.”

IChemE

“Resource Futures’ knowledge and experience, as well as their collaborative and participatory approach, was a great asset to produce quality research that we – and anyone – can make use of”

Zero Waste Scotland

“We’re pleased to support
such an innovative project; the
Fixy Team has done a great
job in raising the profile of
electrical repair and reuse”

Somerset Council

Embrace a circular future

Let’s build resource resilience together. Get in touch with our team to take the next step in your journey.

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Book a discovery session

We offer a one-hour, confidential discovery call free of charge to informally discuss your challenges and outline some of the potential options available to you.

This can be a useful exercise whether you are looking at filling evidence and research gaps, working out your strategic needs, or looking to increase your environmental and social impact.

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