Tim Janßen

Co-Founder and Executive Director
Cradle to Cradle NGO
Germany

Tim Janßen is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Cradle to Cradle NGO. Since 2012, he has worked to establish Cradle to Cradle as both a school of thought and a design concept in business and politics, while leading flagship projects such as the C2C LAB in Berlin.

For around ten years, he has been a sought-after expert on Cradle to Cradle innovation, circular business models and green entrepreneurship. He regularly speaks at events, contributes as a guest commentator and interview partner in print and digital media, and engages with political decision-makers. He also teaches at several German universities.

Sessions

5 Sep 2026 – 11:00

Dream Stage (Hall 25)

45 min

From e-waste to value: Creating value beyond the first sale

Repair and refurbishment are becoming strategic business drivers. Discover how longer product and parts lifecycles can create value across the appliance industry.

Track: Smart & Sustainable Living

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