<p>A local circular economy (LCE) is a closed-loop system operating at a community or regional scale where resources are efficiently recycled, repurposed, and managed to achieve sustainability. This paper introduces Circulise4LCE, a model-driven framework designed to support the development of LCEs through conceptual modeling. The framework consists of an i* LCE pattern, a circular BPMN workflow, a derived class diagram and a supporting simulation environment. It is designed to be adaptable, scalable, and replicable across various local contexts. The framework is applied to the Fanyatu case study (a non-profit organization supporting reforestation in the Congo Basin) allowing to show its ability to synchronize social, technological, and environmental stakeholders in a minimal system. The application leads to a simulation environment offering dynamic analysis of circularity and allowing for optimization and evaluation of local sustainability solutions. Results show how the framework helps address sustainability challenges by aligning resource management, community engagement, and technology integration.</p>