The global resale market, currently valued at $24 billion, is projected to reach $51 billion within five years, underscoring its rapid expansion.

Yerdle collaborates with leading brands like Patagonia, REI, Eileen Fisher, Arc’teryx, and Taylor Stitch. They develop white-label channels, empowering these companies to control their own resale marketplaces. Key questions remain regarding Yerdle's strategy for achieving this success and the individuals CEO Andy Ruben persuaded to embrace their model.

The Global Village Construction Set (GVCS) has the ambitious goal of providing open-source blueprints for all tools and machines needed to build a village, at a fraction of commercial costs. Since its 2007 inception, nearly one-third of these designs are complete, and the first houses have already been built using them.

This remarkable open-source, social production model is truly impressive. Learn more about its origins and growth directly from Founder Marcin Jakubowski in a live discussion.

Women are disproportionately affected by climate change, yet their voices are often unheard in decision-making. Enhancing their participation and leadership is crucial for a healthy, prosperous, and sustainable future, as highlighted by the Women4Climate initiative.

Clara Duchalet exemplifies this, having joined the C40 Women4Climate program to develop Vépluche, her circular economy startup valorizing organic waste.

Aspiring climate leaders are invited to join this session to learn how they can contribute.

By 2050, the global population will reach 10 billion. While individual actions often seem minor, collaborative change offers limitless potential. The Circular Economy Club (CEC) and WEAll Citizens exemplify this, having mobilized thousands of individuals and organizations.

They connect people to develop long-term solutions for local and global communities. This live discussion will explore how they achieve such significant impact.

Enacted in 2015, the European Circular Economy Package is a landmark piece of legislation. It has significantly accelerated the transition to a circular economy across Europe and globally.

This session will explore the package's origins, contents, and impacts. Join the discussion to understand its implications and consider potential next steps as the European Commission prepares for its new term this fall.

Bio-based waste streams, including food waste and industrial by-products, present a global challenge. In Scotland, the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) addresses this by connecting businesses with academics to transform these waste materials into valuable revenue streams.

IBioIC identifies this as a potential £900 million industry. They facilitate collaborations among their 130 Scottish members, exemplified by CuanTec, which developed a shellfish-derived shrink-wrap alternative.

Transitioning to a circular economy requires systemic change. Uruguay's experience shows that private sector will alone is insufficient; a robust policy framework, backed by strong government and public institutional support, is essential for this shift.

This live conversation will explore how to foster the necessary collaboration for national policy reform, secure funding for pioneering circular innovations, and effectively persuade policymakers and businesses about the circular economy's future.

Converting 20% of global disposable plastic packaging into reuse models presents a USD10 billion business opportunity. This benefits customers and is vital for eliminating plastic pollution. All stakeholders must collaborate to create new consumption, production, and distribution models, tackling the plastics waste crisis at its source.

This DIF session will delve into the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's new book, 'Reuse: Rethinking packaging.' We will showcase diverse reuse models beyond traditional shopping bags, discuss their benefits, and feature conversations with three innovators implementing groundbreaking reuse solutions.

Technology like 3D printers and CNC routers enables localized mass production. Instead of shipping goods globally, blueprints can be transferred, allowing items to be produced locally using local materials. While this promise isn't new, it's not yet widespread. What will it take to significantly shift towards this local manufacturing model?

UK-based Open Desk is at the forefront of this movement. Discover insights from their years of experience designing workplace furniture, collaborating with a community of designers and makers, and integrating augmented reality into their work.

Join this live show to explore two innovative circular economy businesses. Sofa for Life offers a comfortable, modular sofa designed for easy transport and relocation. Omocom specializes in micro-insurance, crucial for peer-to-peer transactions within circular business models.

Discover the inspiration behind these ideas and how they were brought to life. Tune in to learn more!

Convincing colleagues and policymakers about new ideas, particularly environmental initiatives, without them feeling burdened is a common challenge. Luigi Acquaviva, working with Italian regional and city policymakers, has developed strategies to implement environmental concepts effectively.

Similarly, Cheryl McCulloch successfully engaged Glasgow businesses and policymakers on the circular economy in Scotland. Her team's "circular city scan" shifted perspectives towards collaborative new approaches. Join this conversation to learn from Luigi and Cheryl's valuable experiences.

Waste and pollution are direct results of design choices. This session will feature inspiring leaders who are already transforming the system through circular design principles.

Join Seetal Solanki (Ma-tt-er founder, author of *Why Materials Matter*), Kamonnart Ong (Moreloop co-founder, fashion designer), and RSA Student Design Award winners Maire Kane and Hannah Grogan, who developed a reusable medical device. These innovators are leading the way in sustainable design.

Be part of this essential transformation. Don't miss out.

The International Biochar Initiative (IBI) proposes converting organic waste—from food, gardening, and even sewage—into biochar through baking. This toxic-free, multi-purpose material positively impacts the planet, leading Project Drawdown to rank it among the top 100 ideas for reversing climate change.

This session will explore the science and technology behind biochar, along with the IBI's strategies for communicating its benefits globally.

Technology from the Global North frequently generates waste problems in the Global South. DK Osseo-Asare recognized an opportunity to transform this challenge into a significant benefit for young people in Ghana.

His work, detailed in a globally acclaimed TED talk, focuses on upskilling Ghanaian youth, fostering entrepreneurial opportunities, and eliminating waste streams. This innovative model, exemplified by Agbogbloshie, has garnered international attention.

Join our live discussion to delve deeper into Agbogbloshie's impact and its potential for replication.

Cities are vital for advancing the circular economy, unlocking economic, environmental, and social benefits, especially as two-thirds of the global population will live in urban centers by 2050. Currently, cities face challenges from a "take-make-waste" linear economy. A circular economy offers a critical opportunity to rethink resource use and ensure long-term urban prosperity.

The "Circular Economy in Cities" project focuses on urban systems like buildings, mobility, and products, guiding city governments on implementing circular principles and policies. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, is a global leader accelerating this transition.

Learn more about our work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org and subscribe to our channel: YouTube.

Discover the circular economy in action, from 100% recyclable carpets to seaweed-based plastic packaging. Watch "Meet the Redesigners" Part Two to see these innovations. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by Ellen MacArthur, leads the global transition to a circular economy.

A new section of their website launches Thursday, July 18th. Explore their work and connect with them online at [ellenmacarthurfoundation.org](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org). You can also subscribe to their [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/made2bemadeagain) for more content.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by sailor Ellen MacArthur, is a global thought leader accelerating the circular economy. Through business, learning, and insight, it influences decision-makers across sectors.

The 2018 Summit in London featured speakers like Azeem Azhar, discussing new rules for technology and how digital innovations reshape our economy. Explore more at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. Subscribe to our YouTube channels: Main and DIF. Engage by liking, sharing, and commenting. Follow us online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Medium.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. Its work, encompassing business, learning, and insight, addresses how we can redesign our economy and future. The 2018 Summit in London explored big ideas, digital technologies, and disruptive realities shaping our economic views, echoing Matthew Taylor's arguments on democracy's vital role.

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