This broadcast, multistreamed with Restream.io, explores the vital role of small businesses in the circular economy. While multinationals often lead,

This broadcast, multistreamed with Restream.io, explores the vital role of small businesses in the circular economy. While multinationals often lead, smaller entities are key innovators. However, they face unique challenges, including securing finance and forming partnerships with larger organizations.

We are joined by Natalia Agathou from the London Waste and Recycling Board, William Neale from the European Commission, and Stuffstr CEO John Atcheson. John will share how Stuffstr successfully collaborated with larger entities to gain investment and forge effective partnerships, offering valuable insights for overcoming these hurdles.

Sarah, an ELHS senior and future URI Ocean Engineering major, explores the often-overlooked human impact of plastic pollution. She begins with a brief history of plastic production, then

Sarah, an ELHS senior and future URI Ocean Engineering major, explores the often-overlooked human impact of plastic pollution. She begins with a brief history of plastic production, then highlights the pervasive issue of microplastics, exemplified by the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

Her main focus is on how plastic pollution directly affects human health. She concludes by offering actionable solutions to combat plastic waste and promote ocean conservation. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

In an interview, Howard Lack, CEO of Plastic Oceans, discusses their film project. This initiative

In an interview, Howard Lack, CEO of Plastic Oceans, discusses their film project. This initiative aims to raise awareness about ocean plastic's detrimental effects on wildlife and human health, especially children, as it moves through the food chain.

Lack passionately addresses the impact of plastic toxins on developing nations, the importance of personal responsibility, and the development of solutions. He also highlights recycled plastic's potential as an energy source. Plastic Oceans provides a powerful platform, campaigning for, supporting, and funding targeted solutions to significantly reduce environmental plastic pollution.

Update

While the film was produced under the banner of Plastic Oceans UK, the charity officially rebranded to Ocean Generation in 2021. The documentary, A Plastic Ocean (2017) remains their most significant media contribution to global awareness regarding plastic waste.

You can currently find the documentary on various streaming platforms, including Netflix and Apple TV, or through educational screenings organized by the charity.

Join CCL's Marketing Director Lesley Beatty for a training on effectively communicating the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). This session emphasizes focus and resonance, offering

Join CCL's Marketing Director Lesley Beatty for a training on effectively communicating the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). This session emphasizes focus and resonance, offering key messaging strategies tailored for various audiences and guiding you to essential supporting resources.

The training covers four core EICDA messages, expanded messaging, supporting graphics and videos, and CCL's support for carbon pricing. Find presentation slides here: cclusa.org/messaging. Access the full training page: community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/378, and learn more about carbon pricing: citizensclimatelobby.org/price-on-carbon/.

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our collective future.

Kenny Ausubel, founder and CEO of Bioneers, is an award-winning social entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker. His extensive work, including the book "Dreaming the Future," explores reimagining civilization in the age of nature. He also co-founded Seeds of Change and influenced alternative medicine policy.

Learn more about Bioneers and Kenny Ausubel's contributions at www.bioneers.org.

Frances Edmonds, Head of Sustainable Impact at HP Canada, drives HP's commitment to a circular economy and sustainable business. She leads Canadian sustainable procurement initiatives and HP

Frances Edmonds, Head of Sustainable Impact at HP Canada, drives HP's commitment to a circular economy and sustainable business. She leads Canadian sustainable procurement initiatives and HP Canada’s corporate social responsibility programs. Under her leadership, HP became Canada's most sustainable technology company in 2018.

A recognized expert, Frances co-founded WWF's Living Planet programs and advises on sustainable impact, including for the Council of Canadian Academies' Circular Economy panel. She received her second Clean 50 award in 2017 for her contributions to sustainability. With a background in environmental science and safety, she brings extensive expertise.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Plastic pollution presents a global challenge. A new non-catalytic pyrolysis technology, grounded in thermodynamics and quantum mechanics, offers an innovative solution. This process transforms

Plastic pollution presents a global challenge. A new non-catalytic pyrolysis technology, grounded in thermodynamics and quantum mechanics, offers an innovative solution. This process transforms plastic waste into powerful fuels, fundamentally shifting our approach to plastic, waste, and energy.

The underlying principle is that all plastic can be repurposed by converting matter and energy. Driven by a passion for social impact, Andoni leads Petgas, a Mexican startup. Petgas is developing this technology and market to convert plastic waste into clean, potent fuels.

This concept was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

While multinationals lead the circular economy shift, small businesses are crucial innovators. However, they face unique challenges like securing finance, partnering with larger entities, and

While multinationals lead the circular economy shift, small businesses are crucial innovators. However, they face unique challenges like securing finance, partnering with larger entities, and integrating circular models into their strategy.

This broadcast features Natalia Agathou from the London Waste and Recycling Board (LWARB) and William Neale from the European Commission. Stuffstr CEO John Atcheson will also share how his business successfully collaborated with larger organizations to gain investment and form effective partnerships.

C2G hosted a UNFCCC COP25 side event on December 7, 2019, addressing the governance of emerging marine climate-altering techniques. Safri Burhanuddin from Indonesia's Coordinating Ministry for

C2G hosted a UNFCCC COP25 side event on December 7, 2019, addressing the governance of emerging marine climate-altering techniques. Safri Burhanuddin from Indonesia's Coordinating Ministry for Maritime Affairs and Investment participated.

Marine climate-altering techniques are being discussed within the context of the Paris Agreement and the ocean’s role. None are ready at scale, and all pose significant technological and governance challenges requiring stakeholder attention.

Learn more at https://www.c2g2.net/marine.

CISL launched its #EmbracingCircularity report on Critical Raw Materials and Circularity at the European Parliament. This initiative, for CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce, followed

CISL launched its #EmbracingCircularity report on Critical Raw Materials and Circularity at the European Parliament. This initiative, for CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce, followed the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act.

The report emphasizes circularity's key role in tackling climate change by promoting better material and product reuse.

Watch our video for more details, or read the full publication here: Embracing Circularity: A Pathway to Strengthening