Circular Economy

Public concern over packaging waste — especially marine plastics found in streams, rivers and oceans — has reached a fevered pitch. For the companies behind the brands whose logos adorn some of this waste, public concern has become a significant risk and liability issue. Much of this is happening amid the rise of the circular economy, the notion of transforming products and commerce from linear to closed-loop systems. Read More

Plus, some practical ideas for achieving them. Read More

Consumers love a shiny new object — how can a reuse model replace that relationship? Read More

Excerpt from a new book on the human condition, from the former CEO of Green Seal. Read More

By upcycling biomass, innovators aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve the economic viability of farming. Read More

Hubbub and Ecosurety are rolling out an initiative that has doubled recycling rates in Leeds City Centre, creating a replicable model for other cities to follow. Read More

A new project from The Body Shop aims to ensure informal plastic recyclers who live below the poverty line have sustainable livelihoods. Read More

Sponsored: Sustana Fiber is addressing challenges in the recyclability of paper cups, providing sustainable packaging options for environmentally conscious brands. Read More

Plus, behind the renewed interest in measuring the impact of impact investing. Read More

Alternatives to plastics are growing in popularity. Can they be scaled? Read More