Scaling the circular economy demands more circular products and services, yet companies face common barriers. Commercial collaboration on non-competitive issues offers a powerful solution. This

Scaling the circular economy demands more circular products and services, yet companies face common barriers. Commercial collaboration on non-competitive issues offers a powerful solution. This episode highlights how partnerships, like the HolyGrail initiative, have advanced plastic waste sorting through joint R&D, growing from 31 to 176 participants and demonstrating the power of cross-value chain cooperation.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity promoting a circular economy, champions such efforts. Learn more about this business-led partnership: HolyGrail 2.0, and explore the full commercial collaboration collection. Find more insights and subscribe at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org or YouTube.

Amid rising tariffs and supply chain disruption, Danielle Holly (Ellen MacArthur Foundation) and Tensie Whelan (NYU Stern) discuss circularity as a smart business strategy. Tensie introduces the

Amid rising tariffs and supply chain disruption, Danielle Holly (Ellen MacArthur Foundation) and Tensie Whelan (NYU Stern) discuss circularity as a smart business strategy. Tensie introduces the ROSI (Return on Sustainability Investment) framework, developed at NYU Stern, which helps companies track and monetize sustainability's value, including efficiency, risk reduction, and new revenue. They explore how circular approaches shorten supply chains and mitigate geopolitical shocks.

The discussion also addresses why companies hesitate and what's needed to engage finance and governance. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy to tackle climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. For more insights, subscribe to their [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQAC2otE5_agzHZPnk3mE5w?sub_confirmation=1), visit their [website](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org), or follow them on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation) and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation/).

Explore how a circular economy can future-proof European cities and create investment opportunities. In the third "Circling Back" episode of the Circular Economy Show, Lou Waldegrave speaks with

Explore how a circular economy can future-proof European cities and create investment opportunities. In the third "Circling Back" episode of the Circular Economy Show, Lou Waldegrave speaks with Julia Okatz (Systemiq) and Joss Bleriot (Ellen MacArthur Foundation). They discuss how circular strategies integrate nature into urban environments, building resilience against extreme weather while generating significant economic, environmental, and social benefits. This approach offers a powerful, nature-positive way forward for cities facing climate stress.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, champions the circular economy—a design-driven model eliminating waste and regenerating nature. Discover more about circular cities and the Foundation's work on their website. Subscribe to their YouTube channel and follow them on Instagram and LinkedIn to support their mission.

Circular business models offer significant value beyond just sustainability, driving new revenue, brand strength, and efficiency. However, they often fail to scale without a strong financial case.

Circular business models offer significant value beyond just sustainability, driving new revenue, brand strength, and efficiency. However, they often fail to scale without a strong financial case. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's "How not to fail" report and a recent podcast with researchers Maddy Oliver and Ella Hedley highlight that sustainability-focused pitches can lower internal commitment. They advocate for commercial collaboration, citing the HolyGrail partnership. Listen to episode 196 for more.

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Ireland's public sector spends €9 billion annually on goods and services, totaling €100 billion over the next decade. This significant public expenditure presents a crucial opportunity to

Ireland's public sector spends €9 billion annually on goods and services, totaling €100 billion over the next decade. This significant public expenditure presents a crucial opportunity to reduce carbon footprint, conserve energy, and boost environmental awareness among citizens.

Dublin fireman Neil McCabe demonstrates how this investment could foster environmentally friendly buildings and generate substantial cost savings. Transitioning to a green, low-carbon economy would not only save money but also create jobs.

The question remains whether local authorities and the government will embrace this vision. This discussion, hosted by Duncan Stewart, was published on Feb 18, 2014.

The "Reconciling Ways of Knowing Series, Dialogue 3: Braiding Ways of Knowing" featured Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of *Braiding Sweetgrass*, in conversation with Dr. Nancy Turner. They

The "Reconciling Ways of Knowing Series, Dialogue 3: Braiding Ways of Knowing" featured Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of *Braiding Sweetgrass*, in conversation with Dr. Nancy Turner. They explored how Indigenous and scientific ways of knowing can be integrated, drawing from Dr. Kimmerer's work on traditional ecological knowledge and moss ecology.

Project founders Miles Richardson, Dr. David Suzuki, and Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr. joined the discussion. They connected Dr. Kimmerer's insights to the project's objective: building better relationships across diverse knowledge systems and achieving improved stewardship outcomes.

For more information, visit waysofknowingforum.ca/dialogue3 and turtlelodge.org.

“We the Power” chronicles Europe's citizen-led community energy movement, highlighting visionaries who are transforming the traditional energy system. The film follows friends, families, and

“We the Power” chronicles Europe's citizen-led community energy movement, highlighting visionaries who are transforming the traditional energy system. The film follows friends, families, and cooperatives from Germany to Spain and London as they overcome legislative barriers, empowering locals to produce clean electricity and build healthier, financially stable communities.

Discover how to join, invest in, or build your own energy community at Patagonia.com/WethePower. You can also bring "We the Power" to your community to spark discussions. To host a digital or in-person screening and access exclusive resources, register your interest here.

Special thanks to: www.energygarden.org.uk, www.ews-schoenau.de, www.somenergia.coop

Explore why circular business models fail to scale in this discussion, drawing from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's report, "How not to fail: Avoiding 10 common pitfalls when scaling circular

Explore why circular business models fail to scale in this discussion, drawing from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's report, "How not to fail: Avoiding 10 common pitfalls when scaling circular business models." Learn practical steps to avoid common mistakes and enable transformative scale. Key topics include circular opportunities, the necessity of a scaling plan, and aligning models with existing business strategy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an international charity promoting a circular economy that eliminates waste, circulates materials, and regenerates nature. Access the full report here. Find more insights and subscribe to their work at www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org and YouTube.

The Linus Pauling Memorial Lecture Series was held in Portland, Oregon, on October 24, 2019. This event has accumulated 6,001 views.

The lecture series covers various

The Linus Pauling Memorial Lecture Series was held in Portland, Oregon, on October 24, 2019. This event has accumulated 6,001 views.

The lecture series covers various subjects, including "Gaia," an ancient term for the Earth.

Homeboy Joy Ride, directed by Paul Steinbroner and produced with David Okimoto, is one of six segments in the *Called from Darkness* documentary series. Steinbroner is an accomplished

Homeboy Joy Ride, directed by Paul Steinbroner and produced with David Okimoto, is one of six segments in the *Called from Darkness* documentary series. Steinbroner is an accomplished filmmaker with over thirty years' experience in addiction, neuropharmacology, and brain chemistry topics.

For more details, download a brief overview. DVDs of *Homeboy Joy Ride* can be purchased from the Homeboy Industries online store.