Circular Economy

The constant stream of new models, products and processes that are helping organizations extend the useful life of resources and materials while reducing, repurposing and ultimately eliminating waste in all its forms

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‘Round and ‘Round We Finally Go: Why I Believe We’ll Achieve a Circular Economy, Part 1

Published on April 5, 2019

About a 8 minute read

While a growing number of industries are working to eliminate waste globally, two in particular — which happen to be two of the world’s biggest culprits where waste is concerned — also have me feeling particularly inspired. ... View More

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Marketing & Communications Circular Economy

Behavior Change Pilot Makes UK Consumers ‘Smarter’ About Water Use

Published on April 3, 2019

About a 5 minute read

Not only did Anglian Water’s ‘Smarter Drop’ project deliver impressive reduction in water consumption amongst consumers, it created impressive gains in brand loyalty and trust for the UK utility. ... View More

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Circular Economy

Trending: Vodka, Nutrient-Dense Snacks Show Glimpse Into Circular Food Future

Published on March 25, 2019

About a 7 minute read

“When you upcycle what’s already grown, you don’t need to grow more crops, occupy more land, consume more water. Repurposing byproducts, you can help to fight climate change; making protein affordable, you fight food insecurity for current and ... View More

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Circular Economy Innovation & Technology

The New Protein Aisle: So We Don't Eat Ourselves Out of House and Home

Published on March 20, 2019

About a 5 minute read

As the veggie diet revolution continues to gain ground, we look at plant-based doppelgangers of two of our most beloved animal-based foods — beef and tuna — and why they could be key ingredients in our efforts to save the planet from ourselves. ... View More

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Circular Economy

Hilton Challenges Its Hospitality Teams to Step Up Soap Recycling

Published on March 18, 2019

About a 7 minute read

Hilton is ramping up its soap-collecting efforts around the world, with a goal of recycling 1 million bars for Clean the World to distribute on Global Handwashing Day (October 15). ... View More

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Circular Economy Innovation & Technology

Climate-Beneficial Wine, Waste-Saving Gin Latest Ways to Imbibe Sustainably

Published on March 14, 2019

About a 6 minute read

A landmark soil study from Bonterra Vineyards that proves the climate benefits of organic and biodynamic farming, and a new UK gin made from surplus table grapes, mean these wines and spirit help you “drink responsibly.” ... View More

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Circular Economy

New Reports Reveal Details, Impacts of Efforts To Tackle Plastic Waste and Pollution

Published on March 14, 2019

About a 7 minute read

In the first New Plastics Economy Global Commitment report, major companies publish data on their annual plastic packaging volumes, many for the first time; while Closed Loop Partners’ 2018 Impact Report measures the effect their investments are ha... View More

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Collaboration & Co-Creation Circular Economy Innovation & Technology

Trending: Collaborations Continue to Fuel Solutions to Plastic Pollution

Published on March 11, 2019

About a 10 minute read

These days, we can’t go a week without the launch of another initiative, innovation or collaboration aimed at eradicating plastic waste around the world – which means we may actually have a fighting chance at doing it. ... View More

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Innovation & Technology Circular Economy

Trending: Taking the Carbon, Waste Out of eCommerce

Published on March 7, 2019

About a 8 minute read

Between Amazon and Etsy’s carbon-neutral ambitions, and more and more options for circular shipping containers, the millions of tons of emissions and waste generated by e-commerce could soon be a thing of the past. ... View More

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Consumer Behavior Change Circular Economy Collaboration & Co-Creation

#WearNext: Make Fashion Circular, NYC Partner to Tackle Clothing Waste

Published on March 6, 2019

About a 3 minute read

As well as being able to drop off clothing at stores and other collection points, New Yorkers will be encouraged to get involved by donating, repairing, reselling or swapping their old clothes to give them a new life. ... View More

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Organizational Governance Circular Economy

Girlapproved: Connecting AI, Human Evolution and the Future of Business Success

Published on March 5, 2019

About a 6 minute read

Girlapproved provides deeper causal understanding of not only where we are and how we got here, but how to chart a better course and how to turn the mother ship around, with practical steps to guide us. ... View More

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Circular Economy

The Big Climate Issue We Need to Focus on in 2019: Textiles and Circularity

Published on March 5, 2019

About a 3 minute read

I want to encourage all of the stakeholders — brands and consumers — to work together to move the needle, as we look to mitigate fashion and textile waste impact over the next two decades. ... View More

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Circular Economy

What Fashion Can Learn from Other Industries Promoting a Circular Economy

Published on March 4, 2019

About a 5 minute read

Sustainability in fashion is growing, but several other industries have been pioneering a push towards a circular economy, as well — and the fashion community may be able to take notes. ... View More

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Circular Economy

How Imaging Technology Could Solve the Global Food Waste Problem

Published on March 4, 2019

About a 4 minute read

One of the biggest food retailers in the US has used the software to better understand the shelf life of its beef, cutting potential waste by 25 percent. ... View More

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Circular Economy

New Alliance to Bring Circular IT Life Cycle Management Across Europe

Published on February 21, 2019

About a 3 minute read

European leaders in financing professional equipment and IT life cycle management join forces to offer circular, product-as-a-service solutions. ... View More

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Consumer Behavior Change Circular Economy

Knorr, WWF Suggest 50 Future Foods to Fix Our Food System

Published on February 20, 2019

About a 3 minute read

From naturally pest-resistant grains to vitamin-rich flowers and drought-defying roots, they outline 50 nutritious foods that are better for our health and environment. ... View More

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Organizational Governance Circular Economy

UK Gov Proposes Tax, Other Incentives to Help End Throwaway Fashion

Published on February 20, 2019

About a 5 minute read

The Environmental Audit Committee is calling on the UK government to make fashion retailers take responsibility for the waste they create. ... View More

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