The document discusses circular economy and waste management as business opportunities in a systemic context. It notes that waste is a valuable resource and the shift to circular economy is happening globally but at varying paces depending on location. Understanding complex systems is important as waste businesses operate within business ecosystems comprising various actors and mechanisms of influence. Case studies from Finland/Europe, Brazil, China and the US show differences in value creation and capture depending on the local context. Both drivers and barriers originate from cultural, political, technological and business ecosystem systems. A range of business opportunities are identified along the waste value chain. Adapting business models to changing value propositions, value creation processes and value capture methods will be important for companies to succeed in waste management and