1. The document discusses implementing Cradle to Cradle principles in the Netherlands through government policies that steer conditions and support coalitions of willing partners through transition processes and systems innovation. 2. Key strategies proposed include educating on Cradle to Cradle and systems thinking, pursuing 100% Cradle to Cradle public procurement by 2020, and developing Cradle to Cradle principles for products, buildings and areas with support from experts. 3. Existing environmental policies in the Netherlands are seen as adequate but more focus on citizen participation, real transitions, and new governmental strategies are needed to fully achieve Cradle to Cradle effectiveness.