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Streamed on 2nd November 2021

The built environment significantly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and uses almost 50% of the materials extracted every year. Of these materials, 15% are wasted in the construction process. We must look for ways to build better. In this episode, we will explore different circular strategies that organisations have adopted in their construction process and hear about exciting examples from around the world — from Ghana to the UK.

Speakers featured:

  • Grace Di Benedetto: Structural Engineer at Arup

  • Eric Corey Freed: Senior Vice President of Sustainability at CannonDesign and Co-Author of the book Circular EconomyCircular EconomyA systems solution framework that tackles global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. It is based on three principles, driven by design: eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials (at their highest value), and regenerate nature. for Dummies

  • Hayley Gryc: Associate Director in International Development Team, Arup

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