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Inspired by the Capital Institute's Third Millennium Economy initiative, this collection highlights those voices - ecological economists, sociologist, finance professionals, environmentalists, community developers - advocating a restructuring of our economy to transition to a truly sustainable economic system.

Curated by mokiethecat

Turning orange peels into fabrics | Summit 2019
June 21, 2019

Orange Fiber transforms hundreds of thousands of tonnes of wasted orange peel into luxury fabrics and clothing. This innovative solution has gained significant recognition, winning the H&M Global Change Awards and featuring in the company's Creative Conscience range. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Vicky Deegan interviewed co-founder Enrica Arena to explore the startup's journey and products.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity founded in 2010 by world-record sailor Ellen MacArthur, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. A global thought leader, the Foundation works across business, government, and academia. For more information and to follow their work, visit their website at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org or subscribe to their YouTube channel: youtube.com/user/made2bemadeagain.