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Institution: Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
Focus Area: Technological developments to benefit 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..
Expertise: Creating and conveying the latest science and engineering knowledge in ways that benefit society and the economy.
1. WPI's research connects with circular economy in a number of areas including biotechnology, fuel cells, nanotechnology and sustainable materials processing.
2. The concept of a regenerative circular economy is embedded across key elements of the curriculum in a number of undergraduate and graduate course at WPI.
Connect with: Professor Diran Apelian - dapelian@wpi.edu
WPI was founded in 1865 and continues to be a leading scientific institution in the US. It's research is internationally recognised in a number of key areas.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation works to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. We develop and promote the idea of a circular economy, and work with business, academia, policymakers, and institutions to mobilise systems solutions at scale, globally.
Charity Registration No.: 1130306
OSCR Registration No.: SC043120
Company No.: 6897785
Ellen MacArthur Foundation ANBI RSIN nummer: 8257 45 925
The work of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation is supported by our Strategic Partners and Partners.