Circular Economy
The End of Plastic Pollution: How Business Can Operationalize Circularity
Date/Time: April 30, 2024 (11AM-12PM ET / 8-9AM PT) As the global UN Plastics Treaty enters the final stages of negotiations, organizations must rethink single-use plastics, evaluate how to operationalize circularity, and irrevocably shift business models. Companies must go beyond processes and risk management to capitalize on the market opportunity of the circular economy. Read More
How Tersus handles the resale ‘dirty work’ for The North Face, Arc'teryx and others
Every effective circular economy solution needs a good supporting cast. Read More
Why H&M is turning away from polyester recycled from bottles
The fashion industry has found a circular solution to its textile recycling problem. Read More
Why Renewcell failed
H&M and Levi’s wanted the company’s revolutionary recycled cotton product — but the industry couldn’t handle it. Read More
Walmart replaces plastic e-commerce envelopes with recyclable paper
The switch eliminated more than 2,000 tons of plastic during the retailer’s last fiscal year. Read More
How BMW is designing EVs: A case study
In an interview, BMW North America's director of sustainability breaks down the importance of circularity in EV design and manufacturing. Read More
How New Balance, Crocs and Target work together on circular shoes
In an industry known for intense competition, a new effort's unique take on advancing circularity includes aligning its work with members’ business goals. Read More
To build a circular economy, look to the auto industry’s success
One of the best, established examples of a circular economy is hiding in plain sight. Read More
Why Carhartt is expanding its clothing trade-in program
Carhartt will accept trade-in returns of its used apparel by mail in the U.S., broadening the recommerce program it launched in July. Read More