Circulor

Core Features

Circulor’s methodology anchors sustainability metrics in verified chain-of-custody events and near real-time supplier data, pairing traceability with emissions measurement so insights reflect what actually happened in production. As an independent, neutral third party, it focuses on objective proof that can be shared across partners and regulators; rules can be tailored to a company’s governance model. Some of its main features are:

• Material-Flow Carbon Accounting: Calculates product and supplier emissions from actual material and energy flows, not static averages.

• End-to-End Traceability: Maps suppliers and tracks materials with digital IDs and chain of custody for each transformation step.

• Battery & Product Passports: Stores lifecycle data (origin, CO₂, recycled content, state of health) to support compliant digital passports.

• Supply-Chain Risk Management: Monitors risk signals and anomalies with near real-time visibility and analytics.

• Recycled-Content & Circularity Proof: Verifies when and where recycled inputs enter products to substantiate claims.

• Integrations & APIs: Connects with ERP and other enterprise systems through APIs to streamline data flow.

Closing Insights

Founded in 2017, Circulor aims to make industrial supply chains transparent and accountable. A key distinguishing factor of the platform is that emissions and compliance data are anchored in verified chain-of-custody events, so metrics mirror the real flow and transformation of materials rather than periodic estimates. Circulor also builds for scale, citing an EV battery network with data from 150+ facilities and relationships covering 52% of global cell manufacturers, which accelerates onboarding and network effects. Notable users highlighted by the company include Polestar, ACC, and StoreDot.

A milestone arrived in June 2024 with Volvo's announcement the world’s first EV battery passport for the EX90, developed with Circulor ahead of EU mandates. The passport records origin, recycled content, carbon footprint, and state-of-health information, accessible via a QR code. Circulor has also appeared on the Global Cleantech 100 for four consecutive years through 2025.

For prospective users, Circulor is a neutral platform with APIs that integrate into enterprise systems, including Oracle technologies, and it provides implementation support and expert resources. Pricing is not publicly listed. Beyond batteries, solutions cover risk management, responsible sourcing, circularity, and supply-chain decarbonization. Recent collaborations with Powin, Rockwell Automation, and TÜV Rheinland extend manufacturing connectivity and compliance services. Together, these elements make Circulor a strong option for teams seeking verifiable supplier data, credible regulatory readiness, and measurable emissions reductions.