Closing the Loop, Opening Eyes
The circular eyewear movement that restores sight and protects the planet.
Circular Vision VZW
Did you know that 4,473,602 frames are thrown away in optical stores in Belgium and the Netherlands every year?
4,473,602
4,473,602
frames
25,214,880
demo lenses
19,800
garbage bags
This waste generates
179 tonnes of CO2 per year when not recycled.
As many as 30.000 trees per year are needed to capture this CO2 impact.
Did you know that 96% of old eyewear can be recycled?
100% recyclable acetate frame
100% recyclable polycarbonate and acrylic demo lenses
100% recyclable metal wire core
100% recyclable silicon nosepads
100% recyclable acetate temple tips
not yet recyclable CR39 and mineral lenses
The value of recycling.
Did you know?
Most materials used in eyewear can be recycled into new eyewear
But in reality
An average optical store generates around 20kg of optical waste per year
Let’s work together
Together we can save 19.800 garbage bags of waste that would normally end up in landfills
Why ever?
Our vision is a world where no pair of glasses is wasted, Ever again. Through our partnerships, we bridge the gap between European optical waste and the urgent need for eyewear in underserved regions globally. Every frame you collect is a gift of sight or a step toward a zero-waste future.
Our vision is simple: By breathing new life into old eyewear, we are creating positive social and environmental impact in communities with limited access to vision care.
Join us on a journey where each product contributes to a social and sustainable future.
Let's talk about closing the loop for-ever.
The ever benefits.
Be the change by recycling your optical waste and reduce CO2 emissions.
We prioritise social use, donating high-quality eyewear to empower communities in underserved regions with the gift of sight.
Engage your customers in creating a positive social and environmental impact together
Attract the consumers of tomorrow. 63% of consumers find sustainability important, a number that grows every day
Become an expert and learn the facts about sustainable eyewear
Stay ahead of European regulations, recycling of eyewear waste will soon be compulsory
How does it work?
1 Sign up and become an Ever-patner
2 Receive your collection box and communication material
3 Receive access to our digital platform so you have all the tools to engage your customers online and in your optical store
4 When your re-usable shipping bag is full, we organize a CO2-neutral pick-up
5 Your frames are sorted by a social workplace to determine their highest potential. Frames in good condition are donated to Eyes for the World to provide vision to underserved communities in Africa, while worn-out materials are recycled.
Join the program.
Recycle used eyewear, lenses and unsold stock
Engage your customers
Create an impact in your local community
Let’s make eyewear last for-ever.
Supporting the mission will help you contribute to a unique social and sustainable story.