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Global material recycling has fallen to 7.2%, yet five consumer goods firms prove circular practices boost profits and reduce environmental harm. From furniture to fashion, these companies use take-back programs, recycling, and sustainable designs to extend product life cycles. Their results highlight scalable solutions amid declining worldwide circularity.
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Egypt has held the first meeting of a committee tasked with rolling out a national green label certification system for plastic products and packaging, as part of broader efforts to promote sustainability and a circular economy. The initiative aims to encourage recycling and reduce industrial waste. It is supported by the National Solid Waste Management Programme, co-funded by the German government and the European Union.
In a recent episode of Earth911's 'Sustainability in Your Ear' podcast, TerraCycle founder Tom Szaky explores the principles and challenges of building a circular economy. Szaky, who started the company as a college student, discusses innovative recycling strategies that turn waste into valuable resources. The conversation highlights TerraCycle's global impact and the need for systemic changes in waste management.