Circularity In Economy And Design

How do we make business and climate each others’ prerequisites?

Simply by designing for circularity. That is how we can harness the extraordinary powers of business as a source of good, and make sure we are incentivized to keep on the trajectory of creating a regenerative society for all to thrive in and ultimately ensure a livable and sustainable future for business, earth and humankind.

Sounds too good to be true? It does not have to be. With circular economy we can go beyond the traditional notion of economic growth opposing environmental protection. Instead, we can turn the tables and start treating them as natural prerequisites. As two elements that go hand in hand, strategically integrated sustainability makes viable businesses which drive sustainable development. It’s really that simple.

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Environmentalism As An Experiential Education

Half a century ago, a wave of student protests swept over Europe and the Americas. Sparked by the Vietnam War and social and racial injustice, the protests saw the widespread emergence of social, ecological and political movements and reforms.

Today, students are once again spearheading a new social and ecological revolution. A notable difference, however, to the 60’s protests is that this time the students revolting are not in college — they are schoolchildren.

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