Cities are pivotal for transitioning to a circular economy. Currently, they consume over 75% of natural resources, generate 50% of global waste, and emit 60-80% of greenhouse gases due to a linear

Cities are pivotal for transitioning to a circular economy. Currently, they consume over 75% of natural resources, generate 50% of global waste, and emit 60-80% of greenhouse gases due to a linear "take-make-waste" model. As urban populations grow, the circular economy offers a vital framework to address climate change and post-pandemic recovery, unlocking economic, environmental, and societal benefits.

City governments, leveraging policy, can lead this shift by engaging public and private stakeholders. This episode, powered by Restream, features the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Strategic Partner Cities—London, New York City, and São Paulo—discussing their progress in advancing circular economy solutions.

Janez Potočnik, former EU Environment Commissioner (2009-2014) and initiator of the first European Circular Economy Package, now co-chairs the International Resource Panel (IRP) and advises on

Janez Potočnik, former EU Environment Commissioner (2009-2014) and initiator of the first European Circular Economy Package, now co-chairs the International Resource Panel (IRP) and advises on sustainability. This episode explores nearly a decade of European circular economy development, discussing economic challenges and governance models for scaling up.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the circular economy transition through business, learning, and insights. Catch up on previous episodes here and learn more about their work here.

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The Jeans Redesign initiative, developed by over 80 denim experts, establishes minimum requirements for durable, recyclable, and traceable jeans, aiming for a waste-free clothing future. Over

The Jeans Redesign initiative, developed by over 80 denim experts, establishes minimum requirements for durable, recyclable, and traceable jeans, aiming for a waste-free clothing future. Over sixty leading brands and manufacturers are adopting these guidelines, with products expected on the market. This session features the project team and participants.

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Explore financing opportunities for the circular economy in our next episode, powered by Restream. Join expert guests on October 27 at 12pm GMT to discuss rapid

Explore financing opportunities for the circular economy in our next episode, powered by Restream. Join expert guests on October 27 at 12pm GMT to discuss rapid growth, financial sector engagement, and actions for scaling financing. Gain key insights from our paper, ‘Financing the circular economy: capturing the opportunity’. Catch up on previous episodes and C-19 economic recovery insights here.

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The comprehensive Breaking the Plastic Wave study, released in July 2020 by The Pew

The comprehensive Breaking the Plastic Wave study, released in July 2020 by The Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, confirms the circular economy as the sole solution to plastic waste and pollution.

The Foundation's perspective emphasizes this vision's economic, climate, and social benefits. Urgent action is critical; a five-year delay means 80 million additional tonnes of plastic entering our oceans by 2040. Learn more about this vital solution.

This episode explores how art and design, beyond merely reflecting the world, actively steer values and stimulate thought. We examine the crucial role writers, painters, and other creators play in

This episode explores how art and design, beyond merely reflecting the world, actively steer values and stimulate thought. We examine the crucial role writers, painters, and other creators play in advancing the transition to a circular economy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates this transition through business, learning, insights, and communication. Find out more about our work at [ellenmacarthurfoundation.org](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org) and stay tuned for our [next episode](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-work/activities/live-online-events).

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Banks are the primary creators of money. This raises the question of whether society should reclaim this sovereign power through public ownership of financial institutions.

Ellen Brown,

Banks are the primary creators of money. This raises the question of whether society should reclaim this sovereign power through public ownership of financial institutions.

Ellen Brown, founder of the Public Banking Institute, advocates for owning banks—or at least some of them. She argues this would safeguard public and private deposits, redirect profits to the public interest, ensure control over credit allocation, and reduce government expenses.

This episode highlights seven leading examples of circular economy innovation, spanning food systems, electronics design, and product packaging. You can catch up on previous episodes