Rethinking procurement for a circular economy
Catherine’s article for a United Nations publication examines the vital role procurement plays in driving circular, sustainable development for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
5 steps to circular, sustainable packaging
Is circular sustainable packaging high on your priority list? Or are you risking reputation damage through single-use, non-recyclable and badly designed packaging – which is also costing your more money?
Here we show how circular economy principles provide a 5 step design checklist to help you design more sustainable primary, secondary and transit packaging
Future Insights podcast – interview with Catherine Weetman
In this session, we cover practical and useful advice for Supply Chain professionals and business leaders on how to help their organisations move towards the… Read More »Future Insights podcast – interview with Catherine Weetman
Interview for Plumes des Achats awards
Catherine Weetman in Paris for the 2018 Plumes des Achats Procurement and Supply Chain awards – interview with sponsors Althea. Catherine was awarded ‘Les Plumes… Read More »Interview for Plumes des Achats awards
Peter’s interview with Brighton Chambers of Commerce
A 5 minute video – Peter explains what the circular economy is, and how it builds stronger, more resilient businesses, with multiple benefits for customers too.
Circular economy in Africa – an opportunity to leapfrog?
Could Africa use ‘lessons learned’ from industrialised economies to create a sustainable, equitable and prosperous society? The world is becoming more aware that a culture of ever-increasing consumption and ‘take, make, dispose’ creates pressure on resources, land and water, leading to ever-more pollution and waste, impacting on the health of humans and the living systems we depend on. Could the circular economy be the critical link in avoiding ecosystem degradation, expensive or scarce resources and unethical, unsafe employment practices?
3 ways to rethink packaging with the circular economy
Catherine’s blog for The Low Carbon Business Network hosted by the University of Derby
Rethinking Supply Chains for a Circular Economy
A short version of my talk at CILT Thames Valley, May 2017: Rethinking Supply Chains for a Circular Economy Global mega-trends Re-thinking business models Circular economy Circular supply chains Starting the journey
The Possibility Club podcast – Richard Freeman
WE NEED TO MOVE BEYOND DESIGNING FOR SINGLE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AND DESIGN FOR A PRODUCT’S CONTINUED LIFE AND VALUE FOR MANY CUSTOMERS. Catherine is interviewed by Richard Freeman of Always Possible: covering the circular economy, problems with plastics, avoiding ‘greenwash’, education & STEAMD, and more. Richard and Catherine spoke on the phone towards the end of… Read More »The Possibility Club podcast – Richard Freeman
Winchester Sustainable Fashion Forum 2018
Catherine’s talk on the circular economy at the Sustainable Fashion Forum, Winchester School of Art, March 2018 How can we rethink fashion to be future-fit? How do textile choices affect the sustainability of the process, the user experience and end-of-life options?