A New Week, A New Reason to Be Amazed It’s a brand new week—and with it comes another uplifting story, the kind that warms your heart and sparks hope. Stories that remind you yes, you can absolutely be part of a green revolution. One that’s building a better planet through projects rooted in love, respect, …
Colombia’s underwater museum: An example of culture and sustainable tourism Read More »
Ecuador Steps into the Spotlight with Bold Moves Toward a Circular Economy When we talk about countries taking real action to build viable models for a Circular Economy, Ecuador is starting to stand out—and it’s not by accident. Back in 2021, Sambito, a business holding company focused on sustainable ventures, went all in and sponsored …
First Circular Economy Center created in Ecuador Read More »
At Trenza Verde, we’re on a mission—and it’s a powerful one. We’re here to share stories, articles, and real-life examples of companies, entrepreneurs, and original thinkers who have taken a bold leap into building incredible businesses inspired by the Circular Economy era. Why? Because one of the most important reasons is to show you that …
Minimal design made from rubble Read More »
This week, we’re heading down south—way down—to a country known for its strong eco-spirit. We’re talking about a region that’s considered a pioneer of Circular Economy in Latin America. And the star of the week? It was born in Chile and is already making its way into other South American countries. Our hope? That it …
Triciclos – We don’t see anything as trash. Read More »
Trash: A Key Asset for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Businesses Twenty years ago, the idea that waste could become the business of the future seemed unthinkable. But today, it’s a proven reality. Some companies are led by true visionaries—and this week’s article highlights the work of a company that has been part of Colombia’s business landscape …
The largest recycling plant in South America Read More »
Many people around us talk about the benefits of businesses within the Circular Economy. They list each positive aspect it brings for us and the environment. It all sounds great, but we believe many people hesitate because they’re unsure of where to start, and most importantly, how to begin a business without investing a large …
5 green, profitable, and easy-to-start businesses Read More »
This week, we’re sharing a competition created by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in collaboration with the Sustainable Food Trust. It’s called the Big Food Redesign Challenge. Here, we’ll tell you what it’s all about and how you can participate if you’re part of this industry. Why was this challenge created?After analyzing global data, it’s clear …
Rethinking Global Food: The Ellen MacArthur Challenge Read More »
There is still so much to be done on our planet, but thanks to the implementation of businesses based on the principles of the Circular Economy, we’ve discovered new and innovative ways to address modern challenges—by applying technology and creativity. In this week’s article, we highlight how a company called NILUS (Argentina) is tackling food …
Nilus. Healthy food within reach of those most in need. Read More »
One of the challenges our planet is currently facing is food insecurity, which affects people with limited economic resources who are unable to meet their basic needs. This issue has led to a growing openness to exploring alternative food sources. As a result, animals that were previously considered unfit for human consumption are now being …
Entomophagy: The Food Revolution of the 21st Century Read More »
One of the things we consider basic and essential in our daily lives is electricity. We often see it not as a privilege but as a guaranteed right. However, this is far from reality, as millions of people living in extreme poverty go without this vital resource every day. In Colombia, there is an organization …
Fighting poverty with sustainable energy Read More »