The "membership economy" is profoundly transforming business, comparable to the industrial revolution, states Silicon Valley consultant Robbie Kellman Baxter. This model shifts the consumer-brand

The "membership economy" is profoundly transforming business, comparable to the industrial revolution, states Silicon Valley consultant Robbie Kellman Baxter. This model shifts the consumer-brand relationship from transactional to relational, emphasizing access over ownership and delivering a "forever promise."

While not a new concept—Charles Dickens used subscriptions—modern technology allows businesses to build these ongoing relationships with unprecedented reach. This shift, exemplified by Netflix's success over Blockbuster, prioritizes consistent value and customer certainty. Baxter, author of "The Membership Economy," details this move from one-time payments to recurring revenue and multi-directional communication.

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Each year, millions of pounds of clothing are landfilled or burned globally, with less than 1% recycled into new garments. Campaigns like Wear Next (New York) and Love Not Landfill (London)

Each year, millions of pounds of clothing are landfilled or burned globally, with less than 1% recycled into new garments. Campaigns like Wear Next (New York) and Love Not Landfill (London) demonstrate how diverting clothes through swapping, selling, donating, or recycling can prevent them from becoming waste.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity founded in 2010, is a global leader accelerating the transition to a circular economy. They work to ensure materials are kept in use, eliminating waste across business, government, and academia. Discover more about their initiatives at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org.

Aalto University researchers demonstrated a future for clothing by creating a scarf from organic cotton waste, worn by French President Emmanuel Macron and Finland's First Lady. This innovation

Aalto University researchers demonstrated a future for clothing by creating a scarf from organic cotton waste, worn by French President Emmanuel Macron and Finland's First Lady. This innovation highlights the potential to transform waste into delightful fabrics.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by world-record sailor Ellen MacArthur, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. As a global thought leader, the Foundation works across business, government, and academia to put the circular economy on the agenda.

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Nature has spent 3.8 billion years developing design solutions. Biomimicry encourages designers to draw inspiration from nature for everyday products. In this conversation, experts Richard

Nature has spent 3.8 billion years developing design solutions. Biomimicry encourages designers to draw inspiration from nature for everyday products. In this conversation, experts Richard MacCowan and Veronika Kapsali break down what Biomimicry looks like in practice.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. Launched in 2010 by Ellen MacArthur, it is a global thought leader in this field.

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Rapid building construction poses significant challenges due to its wasteful practices and intensive material use. Kåre Stokholm Poulsgaard (GXN) explores digital technology's impact on human

Rapid building construction poses significant challenges due to its wasteful practices and intensive material use. Kåre Stokholm Poulsgaard (GXN) explores digital technology's impact on human well-being and design in the built environment. Richard Boyd (Arup) applies circular economy principles to make construction sustainable and carbon-constrained.

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The circular economy is emerging as a powerful framework, with the finance sector, though early in its engagement, playing a crucial role. Luigi Riccardo, an industrial engineer at Intesa

The circular economy is emerging as a powerful framework, with the finance sector, though early in its engagement, playing a crucial role. Luigi Riccardo, an industrial engineer at Intesa Sanpaolo's Innovation Center, has been key in shaping the bank's strategy. This includes a dedicated fund for circular projects and the launch of the Circular Economy Lab in Milan, supporting businesses, especially SMEs, in their transition.

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This video explores the complex issue of data capture and its influence, seeking a hopeful vision for a data-dominated world. Human-Computer-Interaction researcher Mara Balestrini, founder of

This video explores the complex issue of data capture and its influence, seeking a hopeful vision for a data-dominated world. Human-Computer-Interaction researcher Mara Balestrini, founder of Ideas for Change, shares examples of citizens using their data to create positive impacts in their daily lives and cities.

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Nearly half of global greenhouse gas emissions come from product manufacturing, use, and food production. The circular economy offers an essential solution, requiring a fundamental shift in our

Nearly half of global greenhouse gas emissions come from product manufacturing, use, and food production. The circular economy offers an essential solution, requiring a fundamental shift in our approach to climate change. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, emphasizes the circular economy's vital role beyond renewable energy. Their latest report, discussed by Joss Bleriot and Per Klevnas, details its crucial role in mitigating climate change and its implications for global strategies.

Launched in 2010 by Ellen MacArthur, the Foundation is a global thought leader accelerating this transition with partner support. Learn more about their work and reports at [ellenmacarthurfoundation.org](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/). Follow their insights and subscribe to their [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/made2bemadeagain).

Addressing the climate crisis effectively requires bipartisan political action. While once a non-partisan issue, it became a partisan wedge by the mid-1990s. Despite this, growing agreement on

Addressing the climate crisis effectively requires bipartisan political action. While once a non-partisan issue, it became a partisan wedge by the mid-1990s. Despite this, growing agreement on climate change's reality exists among Republicans and Democrats, though concerns about economic impact and individual choices persist. Policies, such as requiring companies to pay for greenhouse gas emissions, could drive immediate behavioral change.

Daniel C. Esty, a Yale professor and former EPA official, stresses that transformative change for a sustainable future demands broad political consensus, ideally around 70% support. He anticipates the Republican party will reposition itself on climate change, moving beyond past concerns about policy implications to embrace "up the middle" strategies, as explored in his book, *[A Better Planet: 40 Big Ideas for a Sustainable Future](https://amzn.to/2PpH39K)*.

Adopting a circular economy requires a significant mindset shift and new practices. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates this transition by supporting learning and helping

Adopting a circular economy requires a significant mindset shift and new practices. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates this transition by supporting learning and helping people shift their thinking.

Launched in 2010 by world record-breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur, the Foundation is a global thought leader, influencing decision-makers across business, government, and academia. Explore our work and connect with us online.

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