KiertoaSuomesta.fi is a marketplace that connects sellers and buyers of materials. The platform mainly functions as a marketplace for biobased side and waste streams. The main target groups are companies in agriculture, forestry and the food industry producing biobased side and waste streams, as well as industry and the public sector that use these raw materials.
The aim of the KiertoaSuomesta.fi service is to create new types of business and income opportunities for farms as easily as possible. Training and information materials are also being developed for the platform to support and increase understanding of the circular economy. Developing regional nutrient and material cycles and, thus promoting the circular economy is also one of the objectives of the marketplace.
Examples of side streams:
- manure, sludge
- contaminated / excess feed
- grass biomass
- berry seeds and skins
- logging residues
- bark, sawdust
- wetland vegetation
How to create a post:
- Register on the site using your email and company ID
Registration is required in order to place a sale or purchase ad and to view the contact details of those who have submitted ads. Without registering, you will only see basic information. The site is intended for businesses, so you will need a company ID. - Confirm your email address and log in
Use the confirmation link in your email to log in. In the future, you can log in with your email and password. - Creating a post
Click on “Create post” at the top of the page, choose whether you are selling or buying, and specify which category the material belongs to. - Details about the post
Enter the name of the material, the quantity, and whether it is an ongoing supply/demand or a one-time case. You can select the expiry date of the post or mark it as continuous. Enter as much additional information as you can, set a price and attach a photo if possible. Additional information will help to promote sales and purchases. - Trade and transaction
The transaction takes place outside the platform. You will see the contact details of the person who placed the post, and you can contact them directly to trade.
The marketplace is being developed as part of the TREASoURcE project (2022-2026), funded by the Horizon Europe programme. More information about the project can be found in Finnish here and in English on the project website here.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the KiertoaSuomesta.fi marketplace?
- You can browse sale and buy listings without registering on the marketplace.
- Detailed listing information will be visible and feedback will be possible once you are registered on the marketplace.
- To start placing your own sales or purchase listings, you must confirm your email address by clicking on the link in the confirmation email sent to the email address you provided in the registration form. A valid electronic identification is not required to use the service.
How long is my listing valid for?
You can choose the period of validity. Alternatively you can set the listing to be continuous.
Do I have to pay to use the site?
The site is free to use for all users.
How do I pay for my purchases?
There is currently no payment function. Payment details are agreed between the seller and the buyer.
Do the seller and buyer have to be registered with the service?
Yes, to see the details of the listings and the contact details of the other party.
What if my purchase is not delivered?
KiertoaSuomesta.fi is a marketplace and not responsible for the materials, completion of transactions, payments or related deliveries. See the terms of service for more information.
I can’t find the right product category?
You can try using a word search when you buy and “Other products (non-biomass)”.
Can other users see my personal data?
Only the information filled in for listings will be visible to other users.
Do I need to register as a buyer or seller?
All users can choose whether they want to place an offer to sell or a request to buy when filling in a listing.
What browsers can I use on KiertoaSuomesta.fi?
The website works with up-to-date versions of Chrome, Mozilla, Safari and Microsoft Edge.