Why the circular economy is an 'America First' policy

clock • 4 min read
Picture by Gage Skidmore
Image:

Picture by Gage Skidmore

Sustainability leaders also acknowledge the need to rethink globalisation

The incoming administration has set 'America First' as a fundamental principle. At first glance, that might seem incompatible with developing a circular economy. The circular economy emphasises sustainability,...

To continue reading this article...

Join BusinessGreen

  • Enjoy exclusive news, insights and analysis from Europe’s leading source of information on the green economy and business.
  • Make smart, responsible business decisions with an eye on the latest regulatory and tech development
  • Tap into our extensive archive of exclusive articles, news, analysis and guide
  • Access to our new BusinessGreen intelligence service, providing you with
  • > Exclusive in-depth case studies
  • > Policy briefings, white papers and reports on market trends that are shaping the direction of the net zero transition
  • Our overnight briefing, expertly curated help you run a competitive and sustainable business
  • Online and interactive meetings with BusinessGreen’s editors to discuss the crucial stories and trends from the past month

Choose the membership package that's right for you and your organisation, via our 3 membership levels.

Join now

 

Already a BusinessGreen member?

Login

More on Recycling

IKEA owner Ingka Group plots €1bn investment in circular economy firms

IKEA owner Ingka Group plots €1bn investment in circular economy firms

IKEA's largest retailer claims funding will help support the circular economy and encourage reuse and recycling

clock 15 January 2025 • 2 min read
Stella McCartney kicks off 2025 with new sustainable trainer designs

Stella McCartney kicks off 2025 with new sustainable trainer designs

New footwear collection with Balena uses non-toxic, compostable, and bio-based alternatives to conventional plastics

clock 07 January 2025 • 1 min read
Extended Producer Responsibility: Government clarifies 'recyclable and non-recyclable' packaging rules

Extended Producer Responsibility: Government clarifies 'recyclable and non-recyclable' packaging rules

Defra unveils traffic light-style system to help large producers assess packaging waste in line with EPR material reporting standards

Stuart Stone
clock 06 January 2025 • 2 min read