Global Methane Hub invests $30 million in circular economy initiative

Global Methane Hub has announced a $30 million investment in a new international program called Circular Economy NOW!, a project aimed at reducing methane emissions through more efficient management of organic waste. The information was officially published by the organization in November 2025.

The program has a clear focus. It supports cities and communities that want to reduce the amount of organic waste sent to landfill. The emphasis is on local solutions such as separate collection, composting, food resource reuse and reducing food loss.
The idea is simple - when less organic waste goes underground, less methane is released. And methane is a gas that warms the atmosphere many times more than carbon dioxide.

Why methane?

According to data cited by the Global Methane Hub, methane is responsible for approximately one-third of current global warming. A significant portion of it comes from food waste. When food decomposes without air in landfills, it releases methane. The management of this waste is often poorly structured, especially in large cities and in various resource-limited regions.

The funding will be directed to local governments, NGOs and communities in different countries. Projects may include the construction of composting systems, the development of infrastructure for processing organic waste and educational campaigns.

The program will not only focus on the environmental impact. It also aims to create new economic opportunities. Many local circular economy initiatives generate jobs, reduce waste management costs, and provide new raw materials for agriculture and business.

The social dimension

Circular Economy NOW! also includes a social element. Part of the funds will be used to support communities that are already working in the waste sector, but without sufficient support and protection. In some regions, people who collect or process waste are part of the informal economy. The new initiative aims to improve conditions and structure the system so that it is more sustainable and fair.

The Global Methane Hub investment is one of the most significant international steps towards reducing methane through a circular approach. It represents a shift in the way the world looks at waste. It is no longer seen as just a problem. It is a resource that can be put back into the economy. And the more communities that do it, the lower the emissions and costs will be.

sources:

1. globalmethanehub.org
2. ccacoalition.org
3. environmentalnewsnigeria.com