The Circular Economy Show Podcast

Exploring the challenges and solutions of implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies for textiles in countries like Chile and India. The importance of international cooperation, building infrastructure for recycling, and involving the informal sector. Discussing the obstacles in textile waste management, such as technology limitations and trade impacts in Chile.

As the circular economy gains momentum, we’re often faced with questions about how it could or should work. In this episode, some of the team from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation answer these frequently asked questions. Host Pippa is joined by the Foundation’s Institutions Lead, Sarah O’Carroll, and Content Lead, Seb Read to discuss topics including the role of the consumer, recycling and nature in the circular economy.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review, or leave us a comment on Spotify or YouTube. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy. And if you have any burning questions for the team at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, drop us a line a podcast@emf.org.

Dunia Bora means a better world, and that’s what Vincent Muhoro, Dunia Bora’s Founder, is aiming to achieve with his nutritious cactus juice drinks and cookies. Vincent joins us in this episode of the Circular Economy Show to explain how creating nature-positive nutrition from the cactus plant is helping to tackle the devastating effects of climate change, while creating resilience and economic opportunities for his local communities. Do not miss how Vincent came up with this brilliant idea and the challenges he’s encountered on his way to nature positive innovation.Do you want to know more about the Big Food Redesign Challenge? Head to our website to meet other creative food business owners like Vincent who are participating in the Challenge. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review, or leave us a comment on Spotify. Your support helps us to spread the word about the circular economy. And if you have any burning questions for the team at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, drop us a line a podcast@emf.org.

Catherine Conway, Director and Reuse Lead at GoUnpackaged, shares her expertise on reusable packaging and the initiatives of the Refill Coalition. She discusses the challenges posed by single-use packaging in supermarkets and innovative solutions for in-store refills. The conversation explores the importance of standardization in the reusable sector, as well as the shift in consumer behavior towards more sustainable practices. Catherine highlights the potential for economic growth and job creation through effective collaboration and communication in promoting refills and returns.

Deborah Dull, supply chain super hero, discusses transitioning to circular supply chains in urban centers and the economic advantages of repair networks. The podcast explores innovations like machine vision for repair work and the crucial role of supply chain decisions in achieving a circular economy.

Circular economy experts Mats Linder and Marta Bergfors from Stena Circular Consulting discuss the challenges of scaling product-as-services. They explore the implementation of PaaS business models in the circular economy, emphasizing the need for innovation and mindset shift. The podcast addresses strategies for companies to overcome barriers, educate consumers on total cost of ownership, and create competitive advantage in a sustainable business model.

From decorations to infrastructure, food and local business connections, there’s a lot to think about when hosting an event the size of the Eurovision Song Contest. There are also lots of opportunities to make a circular impact with it. In today’s episode of the Circular Economy Show, we travel to Malmö, the city hosting the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest. We’re joined by Malmö’s sustainability coordinator, Veronika Hoffmann, to explore how the city has applied circular principles when planning this internationally acclaimed event. Do you want to read about other examples of circular cities? Don’t miss out on our examples of circular economy in cities.Find out more about how the City of Malmö’s plans for Eurovision..

Welcome back to The Circular Economy Show! In our new season premiere, we’re diving into the crucial intersection of climate change and the circular economy. Join us as we sit down with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Climate Lead, Miranda Schnitger, to find out how the circular economy can help meet climate targets, why it needed to be noted in the official COP28 negotiation outcomes text, and why it’s important to stay optimistic while facing huge challenges. For more information about the role of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation at COP28, go to The circular economy at COP section on our website.

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In the last episode of our series sharing some of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's most popular articles, we explore the world of reuse and repair. Travelling to the African continent, we find out how people and businesses have been embracing  strategies to maximize material use for a long timeReuse and repair are critical aspects of a circular economy, but despite clear benefits, they've yet to gain a foothold in the Global North. Whilst greater awareness and new legislation are beginning to shift the needle, driving better use of products and materials in the North, African companies have long been applying creative and innovative approaches to maximise material usage. So what can be learnt?Read the full article