An innovation pathway to decarbonization: circular economy solutions for policymakers and industry in the US
Ellen MacArthur Foundation
We are committed to the creation of a circular economy to eliminate waste, circulate products, and regenerate nature.
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The US is at a critical moment in history. As a nation, it faces mounting risks related to climate change, supply chain security, and economic competitiveness.?
Decarbonization is key to the US reducing its emissions and achieving its net-zero targets. To date, decarbonization efforts have largely focused on the transition to renewable energy and energy efficiency measures.
But by also transforming the way we make and use products, there is a real opportunity for circular economy solutions to accelerate the decarbonization of major US sectors today.
This report sets out the economic and climate opportunity presented by a circular economy, starting with three resource-and-carbon-intensive industries:
US policymakers and businesses are increasingly recognizing the importance of circular economy solutions in achieving the US’s climate and economic goals. To maintain its position as a global leader in innovation and economic prosperity, US policymakers and industry need to work together to capture the full circular economy opportunity.
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Seasoned Leader with a demonstrated history in Operations of diverse manufacturing industry | Greenfield Project Leader | Proven record in Scaling, Business Development, Profit Centre operations | Servant Leadership
4 个月Shifting from a linear "take-make-dispose" model to a circular one, industries can significantly decrease their carbon footprint. Nice article
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5 个月Pushpa Tiwari
Commercial leader with technical & market expertise in specialty chemicals
5 个月Given the increasing geopolitical tensions, there is additional value for economies to embrace industrial decarbonization, green mobility, circular economy in continuing to maintain and improve their citizens welfare and lifestyle.