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The Circular Economy
New York and the circular economy | Summit 2019

New York City is implementing initiatives to accelerate its transition to a circular economy. At the 2019 Summit, Ana Arino, Chief Strategy Officer of the NYC Economic Development Corporation, detailed these efforts and the collaboration with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation on the #WearNext campaign.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity founded in 2010 by world record-breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur, is a global thought leader accelerating the shift to a circular economy. It works with business, government, and academia, supported by core philanthropic and knowledge partners.

Learn more about their work and connect online via their [website](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org) or social media channels.

Inspiring circular designers | Summit 2019

Designers are key to accelerating a circular economy. Tim Brown (IDEO), Dharan Kirupanantham (Adidas), and Marcus Fairs (Dezeen) discuss empowering them to create differently.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by world record-breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur, is a global thought leader. It accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insight.

Find out more about our work on our website and YouTube channel. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Medium.

'Who needs to know?' | Wolfgang Blau, Summit 2019

Wolfgang Blau, President of Condé Nast International, discusses how mainstream media can scale the circular economy narrative, highlighting media's power to promote positive ideas. This topic was featured at the #circulareconomy #summit2019.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, works to accelerate the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, insight, and communication. Founded in 2010 by sailor Ellen MacArthur, the foundation is a global thought leader, influencing decision-makers in business, government, and academia with support from partners like SUN, MAVA, and McKinsey & Company.

Learn more about their work and the circular economy by visiting their website, subscribing to their YouTube channel, and following them on social media: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Medium. Your comments and feedback are welcome!

Episode 9: How does Latin America benefit from a circular economy?

Latin America, rich in natural resources and human capital, currently operates predominantly linear, extractive economies that degrade the environment. This session explores whether the circular economy can offer a regenerative, inclusive, and value-creating alternative. Join regional experts to discuss the vital roles of innovation, policy, and finance in driving this transition.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, is dedicated to accelerating the shift towards a circular economy globally. Discover more about our work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org.

Stay tuned for our next episode. Follow us: Fundación Ellen MacArthur (Spanish) | Fundação Ellen MacArthur (Portuguese) | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn.

Episode 8: Circular economy opportunities in China

This episode, powered by Restream, delves into China's pioneering role in the circular economy, exploring its origins and unique journey compared to the EU. We highlight China's positive urban implementation steps and the potential for EU-China collaboration in this field.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insights. Stay tuned for our next episode: Live Online Events.

Learn more about our work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Circulytics: measuring insights into circular economy performance

This webinar, recorded on June 22, 2020, features James George and Nikki Kapp from the Foundation, alongside Marianne Richeux (Brambles) and Sam Jones (DS Smith). They discuss Circulytics, the most comprehensive and free tool for measuring circular economy performance.

Developed by the Foundation, Circulytics helps businesses assess their circularity. During the session, Marianne and Sam present their companies' scorecards, illustrating how Circulytics has supported their journey towards a circular economy.

Episode 7: Learning from Covid-19: Creating a Circular Economy for Food

This episode explores redesigning resilient and diverse food systems based on circular economy principles, learning from the Covid-19 crisis. It aims to regenerate natural systems and foster a thriving economy, highlighting global actions including a deep dive on China.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. Learn more about our work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. Stay tuned for our next episode: Live Online Events. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and for Circulate News: medium.com/circulatenews.

The circular economy: a solution to build back better

The circular economy offers a vital solution for building back better after the Covid-19 crisis. Over 50 global leaders, including CEOs and policymakers, have joined the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in a statement emphasizing the urgent need to accelerate this transition. We are exploring how the circular economy can create a more resilient future.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, drives the shift towards a circular economy through business, learning, and insights. Learn more about our work and upcoming events, including our next episode: Live Online Events. Connect with us: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org | Instagram: ellenmacarthurfoundation | Facebook: EllenMacArthurFoundation | LinkedIn: Ellen MacArthur Foundation.

Miles Roberts, DS Smith, fala sobre o Circulytics

Como utilizar o Circulytics

Assista ao vídeo para entender como usar o Circulytics, a ferramenta de medição de circularidade mais abrangente e acessível. Ela apoia empresas na transição para a economia circular, independentemente do setor, complexidade ou porte.

Além de avaliar produtos e fluxos de materiais, o Circulytics revela o nível de circularidade em todas as operações da empresa. Para isso, utiliza o mais amplo conjunto de indicadores disponíveis, incluindo facilitadores e resultados.

Miles Roberts, de DS Smith, habla de Circulytics

The Big Food Workshop - THIRD COURSE * THE MEAL: From the plate, back to the land

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Join us for two interactive sessions exploring the meal's role in a circular economy for food. We'll discuss how tomorrow's food can be grown regeneratively, tackling climate change and boosting biodiversity through natural systems. Experts will share visions on technology and urban-rural relationships.

The second session focuses on returning nutrients to the land. Imagine a future where discarded organic materials are valorized, becoming valuable inputs instead of waste. By preventing edible food waste and redesigning products, by-products will enrich the wider economy, safely returning vital nutrients to the soil.

The Big Food Workshop - SECOND COURSE * THE EATERY: How food will be created in a circular economy

Join us for two interactive sessions exploring the future of eateries, powered by Restream.

The first session, "Chefs, Culinary Creativity, and Menu Design," features Alex Atala, Dan Barber, Kim Wejendorp, and Mokgadi Itsweng. They will share insights on developing successful food enterprises aligned with circular economy principles.

Next, "Innovation and Collaboration within the Food Value Network" highlights Compass Group and Baldor Specialty Foods. These leading organizations will discuss rethinking food potential, designing innovative menus, and fostering new partnerships.

Episode 5: How can art shape the economy for the better?

This episode explores how art and design, beyond merely reflecting the world, actively steer values and stimulate thought. We examine the crucial role writers, painters, and other creators play in advancing the transition to a circular economy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates this transition through business, learning, insights, and communication. Find out more about our work at [ellenmacarthurfoundation.org](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org) and stay tuned for our [next episode](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-work/activities/live-online-events).

Follow us online: [Instagram](http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Facebook](http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation).

The Big Food Workshop - FIRST COURSE - THE CITY: Sparking food system transformation

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Cities have historically shaped landscapes through their food consumption. This session will explore the critical interdependence between urban centers and rural areas, highlighting opportunities for cities to reimagine their food systems. Thought leaders Carolyn Steel and Harriet Friedmann will lead this discussion.

Additionally, Stephen Otieno from C40 will present inspiring real-world examples from African cities, demonstrating how circular economy principles can place food at the core of urban strategies, fostering strong rural-urban linkages.

The Big Food Workshop: highlights from the first year of mobilisation

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Join the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Food initiative team to explore how a circular economy can unlock food's full potential for people and nature. Discover its implementation, growing relevance, and the progress made in the first year.

Representatives from partner cities — London, New York, and São Paulo — will share their COVID-19 crisis experiences and discuss how a circular economy builds resilient urban environments.

Episode 4: Tackling climate change: the case for a circular economy

To tackle the climate crisis, we must move beyond renewable energy and fundamentally rethink how we produce and use everyday products. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, drives this transition towards a circular economy through business, learning, and insights.

For more on our work and the next episode, visit the [Ellen MacArthur Foundation website](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org). Follow us on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Facebook](http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation).

Episode 3: Economic recovery: building a resilient circular economy after Covid-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed vulnerabilities in our economic system, prompting a reevaluation of its foundations. We will explore how the circular economy offers an opportunity to build more robust, shock-resistant systems, highlighting positive actions by governments and businesses globally. Stay tuned for our next episode: [Live Online Events](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-work/activities/live-online-events).

Thank you for watching. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, insights, and communications. Learn more about our work [here](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org). Follow us on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Facebook](http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation).

Episode 2: On the table: the ingredients for a healthy and resilient food system

Join us to explore how a circular economy can build a resilient, healthy, and regenerative food system, with a focus on cities. This show highlights intriguing examples from natural systems, aligning with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's mission as a UK charity accelerating the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insights.

Find all mentioned case studies at the Foundation's library: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/case-studies. Stay tuned for our next episode: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-work/activities/live-online-events. Learn more about our work and follow us online: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org | Instagram: http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation | Facebook: http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation.

Episode 1: In the loop: product and material flows

Explore Episode 1 of the Circular Economy Show, where we bring the concept to life through real-world examples. Gain a clearer understanding of what the circular economy looks like in action by hearing about some of our favorite implementations.

All case studies mentioned are available on the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's case-study library: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/case-studies. Stay tuned for our next episode: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/our-work/activities/live-online-events.

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection

“The Thinking Game” is the inside story of DeepMind's groundbreaking AI research, culminating in the Nobel Prize-winning AlphaFold breakthrough. Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind "AlphaGo," this documentary explores co-founder Demis Hassabis's lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence and the rigorous scientific journey from mastering strategy games to solving the 50-year-old protein folding problem.

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