This episode explores the critical minerals challenge and how circular economy strategies can secure their supply. Essential for renewable energy products like EV batteries and wind turbines, these minerals face increasing demand. As e-waste grows and early renewable tech reaches end-of-life, a circular approach offers a vital opportunity to build a sustainable system. Find out more about critical minerals.

Join us in Episode 189 of our "Circling Back" series. We revisit insights from Ke Wang (World Resources Institute) on the circular economy's role in the energy transition, driven by economics and competitiveness. This conversation originally featured in Episode 174: Material security in a circular economy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, champions the circular economy model, which eliminates waste, circulates materials, and regenerates nature. Learn more about our work.

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A circular economy requires changing the whole system. Uruguay has proved that having the will from the private sector is not enough. A circular economy transition must be backed up with a new policy

A circular economy requires changing the whole system. Uruguay has proved that having the will from the private sector is not enough. A circular economy transition must be backed up with a new policy framework and the support of the government and public institutions. How can one programme unlock the necessary collaboration to change the policy framework at the national level? Also, how do you generate the funds to support the businesses trying to pioneer circular economy innovations? How do you convince policymakers and businesses that the circular economy is the way forward? In this session, we were joined by Manuel Albaladejo, who is the head of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Uruguay, Argentina, Chile and Paraguay. Also joining the conversation was Paula Cobas, who is the Manager of Productive Articulation at the National Development Agency of Uruguay. ---- Thank you for watching this video. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a UK charity working on business, learning, insight & analysis, and communications to accelerate the transition towards the circular economy. #circulareconomy #DisruptiveInnovationFestival #DIF — ► Subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/user/made2bemadeagain — We love your comments and feedback, so please share here. Don't forget that if you do like our videos, you can click the "like" button as well as sharing with your colleagues and friends. — Find out more about our work here: www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org — The Ellen MacArthur Foundation was launched in 2010 to accelerate the transition to a circular economy by world record breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur. Since its creation the charity has emerged as a global thought leader, establishing the circular economy on the agenda of decision makers across business, government and academia. With the support of its Core Philanthropic Partners SUN, MAVA and People's Postcode Lottery and Knowledge Partners Arup, IDEO, McKinsey & Company and SYSTEMIQ. — Follow us online on these channels: Instagram: http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation Facebook: http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellenmacarthurfoundation Website: https:/www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org Twitter: http://twitter.com/circulareconomy Medium: http://medium.com/circulatenews

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Welcome to The Circular Economy Show Podcast. Join the team from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation as each week we explore the innovations that can address issues such as climate change, waste,

Welcome to The Circular Economy Show Podcast. Join the team from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation as each week we explore the innovations that can address issues such as climate change, waste, pollution, and biodiversity loss. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

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The circular economy has been established as a compelling concept with a clear business case to be applied to the redesign of everyday products and fundamentally new operating models for businesses.

The circular economy has been established as a compelling concept with a clear business case to be applied to the redesign of everyday products and fundamentally new operating models for businesses. In this live conversation, members of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation team will discuss and debate some the underlying values and topics relevant to the circular economy. For example, how much does the circular economy differentiate from sustainability, or the notion of recycling on steroids? Is it more about efficiency or effectiveness, and does that even matter? Is it better implemented as a top-down or bottom-up approach? This broadcast features four members of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation team: Seb Egerton-Read, Learning Programmes Lead - has been working with the Foundation for six years. Currently leads our institutional learning programmes including Learning Hub and the From Linear to Circular programme. Stella Chavin, Business Activation Manager - works with our network partners on activating collaborative projects and delivering inspiring workshops. Sarah O'Carroll, Government & Cities Network Manager - facilitates networking and knowledge sharing between the Foundation’s government and cities members; working with them to build collaborations with each other and other parts of the network. Laura Franco Henao, Learning Engagement Manager - working within the Foundation and external partners to create valuable and inspiring content through regular live broadcasts (such as this one) to build understanding of the circular economy.

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The circular economy is rapidly becoming a reality across diverse sectors. In this episode, Seb discusses four key stories: rethinking product design for tech like iPhones, boosting global copper recycling rates, consumers' growing attention to eco-friendly ads, and a major brand implementing digital product passports for clothing.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity promoting a circular economy that eliminates waste and regenerates nature, invites you to explore these topics further and engage with their work. Find more resources and connect with the Foundation:

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