The circular economy has grown to be a valid proposition for the future of industry. Circularity is a lever for supply chain resilience, strengthening domestic supply chains: as The Recycling Partnership reports, better recycling infrastructure alone would generate an estimate of $8.8 billion in secondary materials ready for local use. Investment in circular business models goes deeper than recycling: it’s an opportunity to create jobs, open new market pockets, and scale innovation that improves efficiency metrics and elevates the customer experience.
The infrastructure to support the circular transition isn’t always missing; in many localities, circular service providers are already operating and driving economic, social and environmental value. For businesses looking to adapt fast and be able to comply with evolving packaging regulation, working with what already exists on the ground may be the smartest first step. This session examines how policy, investment and cross-industry collaboration need to work together to generate returns from the circular economy.
- The market conditions for a circular economy: What are the key risk factors and opportunities that make circular economic models effective to mitigate current pressures?
- The challenge: Waste accumulates throughout production and after consumption, and moves across borders. How can we better understand waste streams, and what’s needed to scale circular value chains and business models at a local and global level?
- The opportunity: A closer look at the incentives and concrete steps for government and businesses to invest in the transition to a circular economy and support innovation
What to expect from this type of session...
Main stage sessions, but not as you know them. Because we’re off-the-record, leading experts can speak candidly about their experience with what works, and what doesn’t. At least half the session is dedicated to audience insights and questions to ensure we tackle the big issues head on.
