How can we harness the circular economy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

REGISTER FREE Dear all, In order to limit global warming to below 1.5°C, global emissions need to reach net-zero by the mid-century, as outlined by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) in its 2018 report. Achieving this goal will require unprecedented action to tackle emissions from the production, consumption and disposal of products and materials, which currently account for nearly half of all global greenhouse gas emissions. But while discussion has so far centred predominantly on scaling renewable energies and improving energy efficiency, the potential role of the circular economy in cutting emissions has been largely overlooked―at least until now.   How can we harness the circular economy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?  Closing the loop for the climate: Harnessing the circular economy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will bring together industry representatives, circular-economy experts and climate thinkers to debate the role that the circular economy could play in reducing emissions and addressing climate change.  VIEW SPEAKER LINE-UP  Taking place virtually on September 28th, the event will consist of a live panel discussion covering key topics including: What is the potential of the circular economy in facilitating emissions reduction from the production, consumption and disposal of material goods? In which sectors and industries could circular models prove most effective in reducing emissions?  How does material management need to transform in order to reduce emissions?  How can cross-sector collaboration be achieved to move circularity forward?  DISCOVER THE FULL AGENDA Register today for this 60 minute virtual event and discover the potential role of the circular economy in cutting emissions. Kind regards, The Economist Events Join the conversation #EconCircularEconomy SUPPORTED BY: Should you wish to unsubscribe from receiving further emails relating to this event click here If you do not wish to receive further emails from The Economist Events please click here The Economist Events is part of the Economist Group. The Economist Group is a global organisation and operates a strict privacy policy around the world. To read more about us and our privacy policy please visit our website The Economist Group, 20 Cabot Square, London, E14 4QW, United Kingdom