Streamed on 15th September 2021
It is a unique moment for the 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. in North America. The region is emerging from the disruption caused by the pandemic, policymakers across the US, Canada, and Mexico have marked climate change & the environment as a priority, and business leadership on the circular economy in the region is at an all-time high. In this episode, we will share stories on how the circular economy is emerging in the region, celebrate progress made, and explore where we go from here.
This episode is an Accelerator Session at the World Circular Economy Forum 2021 (www.WCEF2021.com)
Speakers featured:
Bridget Croke, Managing Director at Closed Loop Partners
Armando Yáñez Sandoval, Head of Unit for Green Growth at Commission for Environmental Cooperation
Elise O'Malley, Circular Economy and Small Business Manager at The Plant Chicago
Jonathan Pereira, Executive Director at The Plant Chicago
Jessica Vieira, Senior Director, Sustainability at Apeel
Jacomien van Tonder, Director at Metal Tech Alley
Adriano Velarde, Co-Founder at Desserto
