Hosted by Duncan Stewart, the 'Take, make, dispose' model describes our current linear

Hosted by Duncan Stewart, the 'Take, make, dispose' model describes our current linear economy: extracting raw materials, making products, then discarding them. This 20th-century consumerism has led to dwindling resources, overflowing waste, and significant environmental damage.

In contrast, the Circular Economy offers a progressive, efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative, mimicking nature by eliminating waste. The final Eco Eye series 12 program explores this model, showcasing Irish companies adopting it and featuring experts discussing its challenges and opportunities.

Manufacturers often make unsubstantiated claims about bioplastics' environmental benefits, such as faster breakdown or reduced climate impact. Without federal standards, companies freely label

Manufacturers often make unsubstantiated claims about bioplastics' environmental benefits, such as faster breakdown or reduced climate impact. Without federal standards, companies freely label products "biodegradable" or "compostable," leading to widespread misleading marketing.

To help consumers and businesses navigate these claims, Beyond Plastics released "Demystifying Biodegradable and Compostable Plastics" on July 11, 2024. This report evaluates bioplastics materials, voluntary standards, safety research, and waste management, providing a checklist for informed decision-making.

Simon Bernard, Expedition Leader of Plastic Odyssey, presents the first round-the-world expedition on a boat powered solely by plastic waste. A graduate of the French Merchant Navy Academy, Simon

Simon Bernard, Expedition Leader of Plastic Odyssey, presents the first round-the-world expedition on a boat powered solely by plastic waste. A graduate of the French Merchant Navy Academy, Simon is passionate about environmental solutions. He founded the Plastic Odyssey NGO to reduce ocean pollution by promoting plastic recycling solutions adapted for developing countries.

His talk will explore the mystery of missing plastic, challenging the "continent of plastic" myth. It will also discuss how open innovation can reduce plastic leakage and how we can all contribute to a circular economy. Connect online at @simn_bernard and @PlasticOdyssey.

This episode showcases Rubies in the Rubble, Grounded Ingredients, and Hodemedod's, demonstrating how they apply Circular Design for Food principles. They focus on diverse, low-impact, upcycled,

This episode showcases Rubies in the Rubble, Grounded Ingredients, and Hodemedod's, demonstrating how they apply Circular Design for Food principles. They focus on diverse, low-impact, upcycled, and regeneratively produced ingredients within a circular economy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, promotes the circular economy: a design-driven system that eliminates waste and pollution, circulates products and materials, and regenerates nature.

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The concept of belonging might seem distant, but Lily, an IB student at NKCS, demonstrates its power through her experiences. At 14, she moved to an international boarding school in New York

The concept of belonging might seem distant, but Lily, an IB student at NKCS, demonstrates its power through her experiences. At 14, she moved to an international boarding school in New York alone. A year later, COVID-19 prompted her transfer to NKCS. This journey taught her independence, resilience, and the profound meaning of choice.

Lily is an outgoing individual with diverse interests, including dancing, piano, and public speaking. She holds a Level 10 Chinese traditional dancing certificate and actively participates in speech competitions. Her talk explores how to acquire a sense of belonging and its benefits, drawing from her unique path. This TEDx event was independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

After a 2011 march against strip-mining, Jackson Koeppel became committed to exploring alternatives to an extractive economy. That same year, he found his cause in Highland Park, MI. The

After a 2011 march against strip-mining, Jackson Koeppel became committed to exploring alternatives to an extractive economy. That same year, he found his cause in Highland Park, MI. The Detroit-area city had lost 80% of its population, and in 2011, 1,000 of its 1,500 streetlights were decommissioned due to a $4 million municipal debt, leaving residential streets in darkness.

In response, Koeppel co-founded Soulardarity. This community organization is installing 200 solar streetlights and forming a cooperative of residents, businesses, and institutions to maintain them through annual dues. These affordable, eco-friendly lights foster community resilience and sustainability discussions.

Agriculture accounts for nearly 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with over half originating from meat and dairy production. Our food choices profoundly impact climate, habitat, water use,

Agriculture accounts for nearly 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with over half originating from meat and dairy production. Our food choices profoundly impact climate, habitat, water use, and wildlife. Adopting more plant-based foods and less meat can significantly reduce diet-related emissions, conserve land and water, and help mitigate the extinction crisis.

This week’s discussion will focus on shifting towards sustainable, Earth-friendly diets. Topics include new research on the climate impact of American diets, strategies for dietary change, how individual choices influence food policy, and why grass-fed beef isn't a complete solution. The event features Jennifer Molidor, Stephanie Feldstein, and a vegan cooking demonstration by J.P. Rose.

Many of us overlook the environmental impact of deforestation and single-use plastic. Recognizing this urgent need, Ankit Tripathi founded UNEAKO. The organization supports the environment by

Many of us overlook the environmental impact of deforestation and single-use plastic. Recognizing this urgent need, Ankit Tripathi founded UNEAKO. The organization supports the environment by offering bio-friendly, plastic-alternative products made from various waste materials.

Tripathi inspires entrepreneurs and environmentalists, emphasizing innovative, sustainable solutions as key to our future. He passionately advocates transforming perceived waste into valuable resources, aiming to reduce garbage and eliminate plastic piles that threaten our planet.

He shared these insights at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Dominique Nils Conseil became president of Aveda in 2000, succeeding founder Horst Rechelbacher. The French cosmetics executive was

Dominique Nils Conseil became president of Aveda in 2000, succeeding founder Horst Rechelbacher. The French cosmetics executive was dedicated to preserving Rechelbacher's original mission: bringing safe, environmentally friendly products to market.

In this interview, Conseil discusses Aveda's culture of sustainability. He was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv at Portland State University's Center for Global Leadership in Sustainability, during the Business and Sustainability Conference in November 2010.

Jesper K. Strange Kjeldsen, co-founder of the Danish water company Postevand ("tapwater"), advocates for sustainable hydration, emphasizing that the best water often comes directly from the tap.

Jesper K. Strange Kjeldsen, co-founder of the Danish water company Postevand ("tapwater"), advocates for sustainable hydration, emphasizing that the best water often comes directly from the tap. When tap water isn't available, Postevand offers high-quality groundwater in eco-friendly FSC cartons, shipped locally. Uniquely, the company discourages buying their product on the carton. For his work against the crowded bottled water market, Jesper was named Idealist of the Year 2015 in Denmark. For more on Jesper, visit www.tedxhamburg.de, and explore Postevand at www.postevand.com.

This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.