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Circular Energy is a duly registered not-for-profit Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO)

Circular Energy was established in accordance with the Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations (No. 43879).

We are formally approved and registered with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries & Environment (DFFE) to operate a nationwide take-back system for the collection, recycling and environmentally sound processing of:

Electrical and Electronic Equipment

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Lighting and Lighting Equipment

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Paper
and Packaging

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Portable Batteries

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Lubricant Oil

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As a registered PRO, Circular Energy operates within a statutory mandate. However, while our authority is grounded in legislation, our purpose extends beyond compliance — we exist to enable responsible environmental stewardship and accelerate South Africa’s transition toward a circular economy.

MORE ABOUT OUR WHY…

While our primary mandate is dictated by the law

our intent and actions are guided by the Circular Energy NPC:

  • Values

  • Vision

  • Mission

Our Values
  • CONSCIENCE
  • COMPETENCE
  • COMMITMENT
  • COURAGE
  • CARE
Our Vision

In everything we do, we continue to be the trusted and proven enablers of environmental protection.

Our Mission

We achieve our vision by pioneering alternatives to linear consumption through circular impact that serve the needs of society, the economy and future generations.

OUR ROLE AS A PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY ORGANISATION

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Under South Africa’s EPR Regulations, Producers, importers, local manufacturers, brand owners, resellers and distributors placing regulated products on the market carry legal responsibility for the management of waste generated throughout the full lifecycle of those products.

Circular Energy assumes and manages these responsibilities on behalf of Producer Members, but only where such members are:

  • Properly registered with DFFE

  • Fully compliant with regulatory reporting requirements

  • Up to date with prescribed EPR fee payments

For compliant Producer Members, Circular Energy administers EPR fee collection, compliance reporting, government liaison, target fulfilment and transparent disbursement of funds across the value chain to ensure collection, recovery and recycling obligations are met.

In addition, Circular Energy works with General Members and industry stakeholders who actively seek to participate in circular economy initiatives, even where they do not carry direct statutory Producer obligations.

EDUCATION, AWARENESS
AND INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT

Circular Energy is mandated to educate and engage the relevant markets on the critical challenges and opportunities within the circular economy.

We actively communicate with:

  • Non-Compliant Producers

  • Compliant Producers

  • Distributors and resellers

  • Consumers

  • Recyclers and Waste Management Service Partners

  • Installers, distributors and value chain participants

  • The broader public

Through structured communication, campaigns, training initiatives and industry engagement, we promote understanding of regulatory obligations, environmental risks and practical solutions for waste minimisation and resource recovery. We also provide updates on organisational progress, projects and sector developments.

Along with all the mandatory communications
that Circular Energy is required to provide,
we also strive to share our purpose, continuously
build our brand, and reinforce our
commitment to a circular economy.

MORE ON WHAT WE DO…

 

GOVERNANCE, TRANSPARENCY
AND REPORTING

Accountability is central to our mandate. Circular Energy documents and manages all organisational activities, including member administration, regulatory compliance, financial management, marketing initiatives and operational performance.

We submit comprehensive reports to DFFE in accordance with EPR Regulations and provide transparent reporting to Members and the public to ensure integrity, responsible governance and regulatory compliance.

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
AND NATIONAL
TAKE-BACK SCHEME

Circular Energy develops and implements projects that form part of the national take-back system, working in collaboration with industry partners and Waste Management Service Providers to establish structured collection and recovery networks for end-of-life products.

These initiatives drive responsible recycling, waste diversion and beneficiation in alignment with national targets, delivering measurable environmental impact beyond compliance alone.

SOCIAL IMPACT
AND JOB CREATION

Circular Energy aligns environmental responsibility with social and economic development by actively supporting job creation within women-led enterprises, youth initiatives, persons living with disabilities and the informal sector.

Through responsible value chain development and project implementation, we ensure that EPR compliance contributes to inclusive economic participation and sustainable livelihoods across South Africa.

MEET THE TEAM

Patricia Schröder

Executive – CEO

Patricia Schröder is the Chief Executive Officer of Circular Energy NPC. She holds an MBA, a BSc in Chemical Engineering and a master’s degree in Environmental Management, and is recognised as a Chartered Environmental Manager and a Certified Director in Southern Africa.

With 30+ years of experience in environmental management and sustainability, Patricia is actively involved in professional leadership within the waste and resource management sector, including roles with the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) and the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA). She also founded Urban Elements in 2016, a sustainability and circular economy consultancy.

In her role at Circular Energy, she supports the development of circular economy outcomes and responsible end-of-life management for regulated products through compliant, industry-aligned EPR systems.

Monique Rodel

General Manager

Monique Adendorff

Administration

Ronell Supermanie

Operations

Dale
Williams

Financial Manager

Sandra van der Linde

Legal & Governance Manager

Sandra van der Linde

Legal & Governance Manager

Dale
Williams

Financial Manager

Ronell Supermanie

Operations

Monique Adendorff

Administration

Monique Rodel

General Manager