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Circular Economy
For a true circular economy, we must redefine waste
Recycling is still seen by many as integral to a circular economy - but preventing waste from being created in the first place is essential if we are to build a new economic model.
Alexandre Lemille lectures in inclusive circular economy at Sciences Po, Paris, and at the University of Cape Town. He is also the co-founder and General-Secretary of the African Circular Economy Network.