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In 2019, over 92 billion tonnes of materials were extracted and processed, contributing to about half of global CO2 emissions. This “take-make-dispose” approach and the resulting waste – including plastics, textiles, food, electronics and more – is taking its toll on the environment and human health.
A circular economy model replaces this end-of-life concept with restoration, shifts towards the use of renewable energy, eliminates the use of toxic chemicals, which impair reuse and return to the biosphere, and aims for the elimination of waste through the superior design of materials, products, systems and business models. The circular economy approach improves resource efficiency and reduces environmental impact on natural capital by designing products in a more recyclable way, adopting efficient technology and turning waste into a resource. The circular economy offers a trillion-dollar opportunity in terms of possible material savings, innovation and job creation, improved land productivity and soil health, and green growth. Achieving this, however, requires strong collaboration between leaders from business, government and civil society.
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Circular Economy Water Cities
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Here’s an(other) interesting perspective on the pursuit of infinite growth versus a more stability oriented approach.
I would like to invite you to join the I-GO group community space designed for organisations interested in supporting SMEs become resource efficient.
It is a place where you can share information about what your organisation does and exchange with others on the challenges and solutions associated with making the business case for resource efficiency.
Read More https://thegreenforum.org/group/179/about
Circular Water Resource Recovery and Resiliency
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World Water Week 2022 begins today!
And our latest #GGKPInsights from Our Future Water's Robert Brears and SDG Monitor's Victoria Madsén highlights why Europe needs to transition to a circular water economy — for the benefit of people, planet, and business.
What does circular water management look like? ? Reduce water consumption ? Reuse water ? Recycle water ? Recover materials from wastewater ? Regenerate natural capital
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Environment Ministers from 30 countries commit to combat plastic pollution.
OECD brought together the announcement of national-level visions, actions, or plans that was committed to be made at the 2022 OECD Council at the Ministerial Level (MCM).
Germany, Colombia, Korea, Brazil, and Peru ministers also describe their country's commitments on plastics through short videos!
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Last week, the US congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act, the nation's biggest-ever climate bill.
▶️ Can this help accelerate emissions reduction? ▶️ What problems still stand in the way of realizing #NetZero?
"The sooner we acknowledge challenges that accompany net zero as a concept, the better we are placed to accelerate collective efforts to transform societies #ForPeopleForPlanet" - Jonathan Wilson, 10YFP Sustainable Lifestyles and Education Programme
Find out more on #GGKPInsights
I work with NRG Consulting Group and we are helping Upstream hire a Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). The CSO needs to be someone that understands corporate sustainability offices, their personnel and the challenges they face, and that can build relationships and develop projects to scale results.
Upstream is a national non-profit that sparks innovative solutions to plastic pollution by helping people, businesses and communities shift from single-use to reuse.
The Chief Strategy Officer is a new C-suite position at Upstream. The CSO will build relationships with corporate sustainability offices and their personnel as well as convene diverse stakeholders. We are looking for a person to help Upstream clarify strategy for the team. The CSO will not only plan for tomorrow but will also focus on executing strategy today.
The ideal candidate has 10+ years experience leading strategic planning and processes as well as expertise in project management. This is a remote position with a salary of $120,000 - $140,000 + benefits.
Please share with anyone who may be interested and send referrals our way! Reach out to jobs@nrgconsultinggroup.org with any questions. Job Description and application are linked here. Let me know if you have questions. Thanks!
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What does the I-GO Assistant offer?
Check out this video explaining its advantages and how to use this SME resource efficiency self-assessment and navigation tool developed by the Green Industry Platform.
I-GO Assistant is a free-of-charge multilingual tool designed for SMEs active in any sector or country. Feel free to share with your SME networks!