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Learn more about the circular economy, and our beacon's mission and goals.
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What is the circular economy?
Watch the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's video on what the circular economy means for businesses, people, society, and innovative examples of it in action today.
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Meet the academics and researchers who are passionate about the circular economy in business.
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Can a circular economy stem the endless streams of waste and pollution?
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