Australian towns going off the grid
“We're taking back control, this is creating a circular economy, keeping money within the region.” Another major point of difference is Enova's feed-in tariff, which at 16 cents per kilowatt-hour is higher than many other state averages of 6 to 12 cents per kilowatt-hour. Mr Pfieffer said 50 per cent of the … Source: Circular Economy […]
Fashion in 2018 | 8. Sustainability Credibility
As focus shifts to a circular economy, sustainability will evolve from being a menu of fragmented initiatives to being an integral and defining part of the entire fashion value chain. An important force behind the growing sustainability movement is the realisation that sustainability leadership can serve as a … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Fashion in […]
Sebastian Rudow appointed as CEO of French recycler
The supervisory board of battery recycling specialist Recyclex (Suresnes / France; www.recylex.fr) has appointed Sebastian Rudow as its new CEO. He will succeed Yves Roche, who has led the lead, zinc and plastics recycling company since 2005. Rudow is joining Recylex at a time when the … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Sebastian Rudow appointed as […]
Review of 2017 – December
England's recycling rate managed to rise after plateauing in recent years. The figures also meant that the country narrowly avoided being the 'worst' recycling nation. This state of affairs was aided by Defra including, for the first time, metal retrieved from incinerator bottom ash at energy-from-waste … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Review of 2017 – […]
Resolutions
Innovators Magazine features the organisations, industries, businesses and individuals that are growing the circular economy. In 2018 we'll bring you more of these stories, as well as the actionable ideas and steps that can be taken to help mainstream the circular economy. Sign up to our weekly … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Resolutions Resolutions
Another season of The Royal Family? Hasn't this one run too long?
Climate change is indeed, possibly, the key issue of our time and, like the prince, I believe one of the answers lies in developing a circular economy. But, sadly, His Royal Highness is almost the least persuasive advocate for these causes. Throughout the interview it seemed apparent that he views … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: […]
Moving Towards A Circular Economy Through Sustainable Development
With the global population projected to reach eight billion by 2030, circular economy proponents are increasingly being heard in their calls to optimize efficiency and close resource loops. A circular economy, or an economic system designed to regenerate and restore resources that would otherwise go … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Moving Towards A Circular Economy […]
'It's shocking, it's horrendous': Ellen MacArthur's fight against plastic
Within two years of launching her foundation, MacArthur was presenting an analysis on the circular economy to the World Economic Forum. Seven years later, the team has grown from the yachtswoman and a couple of friends to a 100-strong staff on the Isle of Wight, where she lives with her partner and … Source: Circular Economy […]
WOMAN OF THE FUTURE: Businesswoman cleaning world's oceans – swimwear made from …
They said in presenting her with the top prize: 'She is using her business to deliver a much bigger message to the world – that of building a circular economy and being mindful of the environment and resources.' And they added: 'Helen's work proves that profit doesn't necessarily have to come at an … Source: Circular […]
This startup's tech could be tipping point in our fight against plastic pollution
"We have convinced brands like Tata Motors that 'Circular Economy' – a model in which you use the waste generated by your products as raw materials in manufacturing – is the only way forward for sustainable manufacturing. Banyan has pioneered India's first 'bumper-to- bumper' closed loop recycling … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: This startup's tech […]