22.04.2025
How do you turn a walk through the city into an "aha" experience? And what happens when teams suddenly start to look at their everyday processes through circular glasses? The answer doesn't start in a classroom - but on the street. Or rather: on an orange QR code in Olten city center.
With Circular Quest, we have developed a learning format that takes people from companies and educational institutions out of their everyday lives - and into the reality of sustainable solutions. Since its launch in fall 2024, the course in Olten has been used by a wide variety of groups: from vocational trainees, team leaders and administrative units to production companies.
One example of this is the team event with Girsberger AG. The participants not only went through the stations on recycling, repair, closed-loop systems and local players - they then got active themselves: in an interactive workshop, they formulated ideas on how circular thinking could be applied in their own company. From dealing with waste materials to the question of new business models, there was a lot on offer.
The workshop was short, clear and gave us an understanding of the topic of the circular economy in relation to our company. I would definitely recommend the format - especially for apprentices." - Anita Schmid, Girsberger AG
What makes Circular Quest so special is not just the playful approach - but the combination of experience, reflection and entrepreneurial relevance. The format creates space for honest debate, for a change of perspective - and for understanding sustainability as something of one's own, not as an external mandate.
The project will continue to grow in 2025: in Zurich, Circular Quest will be implemented together with ABZH and will focus on energy, climate change and the role of circular solutions in the catering and hotel industry. In Dietikon, a course is being created in cooperation with BZ Limmattal - with a focus on transportation, logistics and recycling.
Both locations show how versatile the format can be adapted - locally, thematically and methodically. And interest continues to grow: we are currently in close contact with three other cities with a view to implementing new Circular Quests from 2026 - including with a sector-specific focus such as circular construction or sustainable production.
We are also constantly developing Circular Quest - with new workshop approaches, closer integration into vocational training, supplementary online modules and a growing partner network.
Circular Quest gets people thinking, discussing - and above all: doing. At a time when sustainability is often talked about in abstract terms, the format creates real proximity and impact.
We welcome anyone who would like to define new stations with us, implement further quests or contribute their own ideas. Because the circular economy doesn't need perfect concepts - it needs good beginnings.
Whether for companies, schools or private groups - Circular Quest offers a tailor-made experience for every target group. Be inspired, get in touch with local players and bring a breath of fresh air to your sustainability strategies.
📩 Contact us and plan your individual team event: www.future-perfect.ch/circular-quest.
In keeping with this motto, we were able to present our vision and mission on education for sustainable development and the circular economy yesterday at the "Education for a Circular Economy" conference of the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN).
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
The time is ripe - at the beginning of the new school year, we want to make it easier for you to get started with Education for Sustainability and Digitisation for your classroom (and for your school) with the introductory webinars in August.
Thursday, July 29, 2021
We were guests at the Bildungszentrum Limmattal and playfully put the learners' competences in sustainability and the circular economy to the test.
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
