From June to August 2020, Emma Hislop, the Foundation's first Artist in Residence, explored the intricate connections between art and the circular economy. This multidisciplinary artist from Glasgow undertook a challenging task during her inaugural residency.

In this episode, Emma reflects on her work and experiences at the Foundation and beyond. We also delve into her future plans and the evolution of the artist-in-residence program.

Intesa Sanpaolo will explain where they see the greatest circular economy opportunities for finance.

They will also detail how they are already capturing these opportunities.

We are thrilled to offer an exclusive preview of the plastic team's highly anticipated new publication.

This special first look provides unique insights into their latest research and innovative findings. It highlights the groundbreaking work undertaken by the team.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore their significant contributions before the official release.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) explains how the circular economy creates value for multilateral development banks and how the EIB is already seizing these opportunities.

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Higher education institutions are powerful agents of change, influencing through teaching, research, and campus management. London, home to many leading universities, engages over half a million students and staff annually. These institutions serve as vital hubs, connecting local councils, schools, businesses, and the wider community to share knowledge and raise awareness.

Our HE-led city demonstrator project, in partnership with the London Waste and Recycling Board (LWARB) and 40+ universities, harnesses this collective power. It aims to showcase how the education sector can advance London’s circular economy ambitions. This live session will feature Imperial College, UCL, LSE, London Interdisciplinary School (LIS), and the LWARB, discussing their activities and ambitions within this collaborative London approach.

Circular economy leaders from the Foundation's Strategic Partners will share inspiring stories. These partners include IKEA, Philips, Solvay, and Unilever.

They will detail their organizations' progress, showcasing the journey from ambitious circular economy commitments to action at scale.

The circular economy offers a significant opportunity to innovatively design products, services, and systems, generating numerous positive impacts.

How can professionals in large businesses and design agencies leverage their skills and talent to drive this crucial transition?

Dame Ellen MacArthur urges "bold and urgent action" to address plastic pollution. A 2020 study, "Breaking the Plastic Wave," by The Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, reveals a grim forecast: without intervention, by 2040, plastic on the market will double, annual ocean entry will almost triple, and ocean stocks will quadruple. This echoes the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's 2016 warning of more plastic than fish by 2050.

The study confirms a circular economy for plastic is the only way to tackle waste at its source. This vision already unites over 850 organizations. Find out more here.

In July 2020, The Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, with partners including the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, released "Breaking the Plastic Wave." This robust study on ocean plastic pollution revealed that without action, plastic volume will double, ocean entry will almost triple, and ocean stocks will quadruple by 2040. This aligns with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's 2016 warning of more plastic than fish in the ocean by 2050.

The study emphasizes that a circular economy for plastic is the sole solution to tackle waste and pollution at its source. This vision already unites over 850 organizations through the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment and Plastics Pact network. Learn more about the study here.

Dame Ellen MacArthur emphasizes the need for bold, urgent action against plastic pollution. A comprehensive 2020 study, "Breaking the Plastic Wave," by The Pew Charitable Trusts and SYSTEMIQ, with partners including the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, reveals a stark future: without intervention, ocean plastic entering the environment will nearly triple by 2040, and total ocean stocks will quadruple. This aligns with earlier warnings that plastic could outweigh fish in the ocean by 2050.

The study confirms that a circular economy for plastic is the only effective solution, a vision already embraced by over 850 organizations globally. Discover more about this critical research and its pathways to stopping ocean plastic pollution here.

Assista ao vídeo para entender como usar o Circulytics, a ferramenta de medição de circularidade mais abrangente e acessível. Ela apoia empresas na transição para a economia circular, independentemente do setor, complexidade ou porte.

Além de avaliar produtos e fluxos de materiais, o Circulytics revela o nível de circularidade em todas as operações da empresa. Para isso, utiliza o mais amplo conjunto de indicadores disponíveis, incluindo facilitadores e resultados.

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Join us for two interactive sessions exploring the meal's role in a circular economy for food. We'll discuss how tomorrow's food can be grown regeneratively, tackling climate change and boosting biodiversity through natural systems. Experts will share visions on technology and urban-rural relationships.

The second session focuses on returning nutrients to the land. Imagine a future where discarded organic materials are valorized, becoming valuable inputs instead of waste. By preventing edible food waste and redesigning products, by-products will enrich the wider economy, safely returning vital nutrients to the soil.

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The first session, "Chefs, Culinary Creativity, and Menu Design," features Alex Atala, Dan Barber, Kim Wejendorp, and Mokgadi Itsweng. They will share insights on developing successful food enterprises aligned with circular economy principles.

Next, "Innovation and Collaboration within the Food Value Network" highlights Compass Group and Baldor Specialty Foods. These leading organizations will discuss rethinking food potential, designing innovative menus, and fostering new partnerships.

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.

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Cities have historically shaped landscapes through their food consumption. This session will explore the critical interdependence between urban centers and rural areas, highlighting opportunities for cities to reimagine their food systems. Thought leaders Carolyn Steel and Harriet Friedmann will lead this discussion.

Additionally, Stephen Otieno from C40 will present inspiring real-world examples from African cities, demonstrating how circular economy principles can place food at the core of urban strategies, fostering strong rural-urban linkages.

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Join the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Food initiative team to explore how a circular economy can unlock food's full potential for people and nature. Discover its implementation, growing relevance, and the progress made in the first year.

Representatives from partner cities — London, New York, and São Paulo — will share their COVID-19 crisis experiences and discuss how a circular economy builds resilient urban environments.

To tackle the climate crisis, we must move beyond renewable energy and fundamentally rethink how we produce and use everyday products. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, drives this transition towards a circular economy through business, learning, and insights.

For more on our work and the next episode, visit the [Ellen MacArthur Foundation website](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org). Follow us on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Facebook](http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation).

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed vulnerabilities in our economic system, prompting a reevaluation of its foundations. We will explore how the circular economy offers an opportunity to build more robust, shock-resistant systems, highlighting positive actions by governments and businesses globally. Stay tuned for our next episode: [Live Online Events](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-work/activities/live-online-events).

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