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Sep 2022
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What is the circular economy? Back to ba...

Ellen MacArthur Foundation
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What is the circular economy? In this three-part series from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, we’re revisiting conversations between our founder, Ellen MacArthur, and Circular Design Programme Lead, Joe Iles.

Over the next few episodes, they will discuss what a circular economy is, how it works, and share some examples of it in action.

In this episode, we hear how Ellen’s experience of sailing around the world led her to explore the circular economy, and go back to basics on what the term means.

This series is great for beginners who want to learn more about the subject, and also serves as a good refresher for anyone looking for inspiring stories, so why not share it with your friends and colleagues?

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