Events

View upcoming and past events hosted by the Circular Economy in Business Research Beacon.

2024

Industry Breakfast: Implementing the Circular Economy

When: Tuesday 9 April, 7.30-10am
Where: 10 Symonds St, Auckland

Join us for this industry breakfeast which is a continuation of our last discussion, exploring implementation of the Circular Economy given increasing demands and changing regulations. This event aims to bring together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to explore actionable strategies and collaborations in advancing the circular economy agenda.

Academic Workshop on the Circular Economy

When: Wednesday 10 April, 10am-4.30pm
Where: Sir Owen G Glen Building, 12 Grafton Rd, Auckland

Join us for an academic workshop focused on the circular economy. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow New Zealand based Business School academics, share ideas, and explore potential collaborations on research projects and future grants.

2023

Raising the Bar Auckland: Embracing a future living with plastics

Speaker: Professor Johan Verbeek
Date: 29 August, 8-9pm

We have been bombarded with news of how bad plastics are for us and the environment and we cannot dispute the fact that there is something wrong with the picture. However, it would be difficult to imagine a world without plastics. We rely on plastics in just about every part of daily life, and it has made life better too! Many people find themselves confused by constant talk about the circular economy and the bioeconomy and their role in these.

In this talk, Johan explores what the future of living with plastics may look like, and why we need to set realistic expectations – because whether we like it or not, plastics are here to stay.

2022

Circular Economy in Business Week | 21-25 November

Circular economy strategies: How to navigate circular transitions

Keynote speakers:
Ken Webster, Former Head of Innovation, Ellen MacArthur Foundation
Stefano Pascucci, Professor in Sustainability and Circular Economy
Rachel Brown, Founder and CEO of the Sustainable Business Network

Ken Webster

Rachel Brown

Stefano Pascucci