Maharashtra and Finland on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to advancing circular economy and waste-to-value solutions, highlighting their potential to drive sustainable economic growth, resource efficiency and climate resilience.

The commitment was reiterated during the Maharashtra Circular Economy Conclave, jointly organised by the Consulate General of Finland and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) ahead of the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2026, which will be held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, marking the first time the global forum is being hosted in Asia.