The Circular Economy Show Podcast How to build a nature-positive circular economy for Europe
Sep 17, 2024
Julia Okatz, director at Systemiq, and Joss Bleriot from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation delve into the intersection of a healthy economy and thriving ecosystems. They discuss innovative strategies to enhance urban biodiversity and create livable cities through nature-positive solutions. Key findings of the 'Building Prosperity' report highlight how policies can optimize material use and support local employment. They address challenges in implementing these strategies, emphasizing the urgent shift needed to move from a linear to a circular economy in Europe.
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Nature Regeneration Is A Core Circular Goal
- The report reframes circular economy to foreground nature regeneration alongside material circulation.
- Prioritizing fewer virgin materials frees space for nature to recover and delivers economic benefits.
Start With Six High-Impact Strategies
- Prioritize a small set of high-impact strategies rather than a long checklist of actions.
- Revitalize existing assets, maximize urban nature, and optimize building design to reduce material demand.
Urban Nature Delivers Concrete Services
- Urban nature provides direct ecosystem services and makes cities resilient to heat and social stresses.
- Nature-based materials and street trees improve livability and future-proof urban spaces.