A circular economy opens up opportunities for the chemicals sector

Moving to a regenerative, circular economy is the key to a low-carbon economy and offers opportunities for the chemical industry to develop profitable products and services.

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Cefic (European Chemical Industry Council) is helping chemical producers and providers to get on board with the many opportunities of going circular.

Cefic invited Catherine Weetman to share her thoughts on why circular is so important, and how chemical companies can help make circular solutions work better.

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Catherine Weetman advises businesses, gives workshops & talks, and writes about the circular economy. Her award-winning Circular Economy Handbook explains the concept and practicalities, in plain English. It includes lots of real examples and tips on getting started.

To find out more about the circular economy, why not listen to Episode 1 of the Circular Economy Podcast, read our guide: What is the Circular Economy, or stay in touch to get the latest episode and insights, straight to your inbox…

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