In this episode, we continue to showcase innovators for the circular economy. We feature the work of Lucro, a leading innovator in the flexible plastics recycling space in India. We speak to Ujwal Desai - Managing Director at Lucro, to understand more about their business model that is built on closed-loop recycling, the recent funding from Circulate Capital and the upcoming expansion plans. We also delve into the changing outlook on plastic waste over the last decade, including a crucial shift in the supply-demand equation for recycled plastics, and how that has reflected on Lucro’s business ..read more

In this episode, we speak to Karl Vrancken, Research Manager – Sustainable Materials at VITO, to examine why collaboration is critical for building a circular economy and the changing roles of different stakeholders in this systemic transition. We also take a look at collaborative initiatives such as European Circular Economy Research Association (ECERA) and Circular Flanders, and how we can build a collaborative mindset that will underpin the shift to a Circular Economy. Looking for deeper engagement on Circular Innovation?  Join the conversation at the CE Innovation Network at:LinkedIn ..read more

This episode examines the role that enabling ecosystems can play in spurring the adoption and scaling up of circular innovation. We explore the work of SITRA – the Finnish Innovation Fund, their unique structure and role in connecting players in the Circular Economy space, built on the foundations of the first ever National Roadmap for a Circular Economy. We speak to Tim Forslund, Circular Economy Specialist – SITRA, about several initiatives that support innovators to advance the circular economy transition, including a focus on public procurement. We also discuss how a culture of collaborati ..read more

In this episode, we continue to showcase innovators for the circular economy. We feature the work of Lucro, a leading innovator in the flexible plastics recycling space in India. We speak to Ujwal Desai - Managing Director at Lucro, to understand more about their business model that is built on closed-loop recycling, the recent funding from Circulate Capital and the upcoming expansion plans. We also delve into the changing outlook on plastic waste over the last decade, including a crucial shift in the supply-demand equation for recycled plastics, and how that has reflected on Lucro’s business ..read more

This episode examines the critical lever of financing for circular innovation. We feature the work of Circulate Capital, an investment management firm dedicated to financing innovation, companies and infrastructure that prevent the flow of plastic waste into the world’s oceans, while advancing the circular economy. We speak to Rob Kaplan, Founder and CEO - Circulate Capital, about their recent investments of about $40 million in 6 Indian companies in the plastic waste management and recycling sector, and their differentiated fund structure that is able to provide catalytic capital and extensiv ..read more

In this episode, we speak to Karl Vrancken, Research Manager – Sustainable Materials at VITO, to examine why collaboration is critical for building a circular economy and the changing roles of different stakeholders in this systemic transition. We also take a look at collaborative initiatives such as European Circular Economy Research Association (ECERA) and Circular Flanders, and how we can build a collaborative mindset that will underpin the shift to a Circular Economy. Looking for deeper engagement on Circular Innovation?  Join the conversation at the CE Innovation Network at:LinkedIn ..read more

This episode examines the role that enabling ecosystems can play in spurring the adoption and scaling up of circular innovation. We speak to Priyanka Khanna, International Expansion Manager – Fashion for Good, about the critical role that the organization plays in bringing together promising innovators, and the brands and manufacturers who could adopt these innovations. We delve into how Fashion for Good’s model works, the kinds of support they provide to innovators, and also take a look at some of the exciting Indian innovators in the South Asia innovation program. We also explore some initia ..read more

This episode examines the role that enabling ecosystems can play in spurring the adoption and scaling up of circular innovation. We explore the work of SITRA – the Finnish Innovation Fund, their unique structure and role in connecting players in the Circular Economy space, built on the foundations of the first ever National Roadmap for a Circular Economy. We speak to Tim Forslund, Circular Economy Specialist – SITRA, about several initiatives that support innovators to advance the circular economy transition, including a focus on public procurement. We also discuss how a culture of collaborati ..read more

In this episode, we look to understand circular innovation in large businesses from the perspective of the Mahindra Group in India. We speak to Anirban Ghosh, Chief Sustainability Officer – Mahindra Group, to explore how the company is approaching circular innovation and building a culture for encouraging innovation. We also discuss if there is a business case for circular innovation, some potential areas for upstream innovation and what the challenges to innovation might be in a company like theirs.   Looking for deeper engagement on Circular Innovation?  Join the conversation at th ..read more

This episode examines the critical lever of financing for circular innovation. We feature the work of Circulate Capital, an investment management firm dedicated to financing innovation, companies and infrastructure that prevent the flow of plastic waste into the world’s oceans, while advancing the circular economy. We speak to Rob Kaplan, Founder and CEO - Circulate Capital, about their recent investments of about $40 million in 6 Indian companies in the plastic waste management and recycling sector, and their differentiated fund structure that is able to provide catalytic capital and extensiv ..read more