Why Copper is at the Heart of the Circular Economy
When we talk about sustainability, one of the most powerful ideas is the circular economy — a way of living and making that keeps resources in use for as long as possible. Instead of extracting, using, and discarding materials, the circular model encourages reuse, repair, and recycling. Few materials embody this principle more perfectly than copper.
Infinitely Recyclable
Copper is unique because it can be recycled endlessly without losing any of its natural qualities. Whether it’s strength, conductivity, or beauty, copper retains all its properties no matter how many times it is melted down and reused. It’s estimated that more than half of the copper in circulation today has already been used before, in everything from historic architecture to modern electronics. The copper in your home or garden may have lived many previous lives.
A Material with History
Unlike materials that degrade after recycling, copper is timeless. A single piece of copper might once have been part of a ship’s hull, a piece of jewellery, or even ancient plumbing. Today, that same copper could be reshaped into a flower or mushroom in our workshop, ready to add beauty and character to your garden.
Sustainability in Your Garden
Choosing copper art for your indoor or outdoor spaces isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s a statement of values. When you bring home a copper product, you’re investing in a piece that will last for decades, slowly developing a natural patina that only enhances its charm. And should it ever reach the end of its life in your home or garden, the copper can be recycled yet again — continuing the cycle with no waste.
Why It Matters
In a world where so many materials are used once and discarded, copper shows us another way forward. By supporting products made from copper, you are participating in a truly circular system: one where beauty, durability, and sustainability work hand in hand.
At Copper & Green, we love working with this remarkable metal because it tells a story far bigger than any single object. Each mushroom or flower is not just a decoration, but a chapter in copper’s long journey through human history — and, thanks to the circular economy, its future too.