Many food and fibre industries are already acting to move their production and waste toward circularity, but challenges remain. One challenge is the measuring the impact of any circular economy investments into change. This symposium will bring together industry representatives and researchers in the areas of food and fibre in Aotearoa New Zealand to share successes, barriers and research needs in the area of measuring the impact of circular economies. The event will include:
- livestreamed keynote speakers on social impact measurement, social design for circular economies, and economies of waste and re-use;
- in-person industry talks in-person only.
This symposium will provide a unique opportunity to explore practical approaches for implementing and evaluating circular economy practices—and to connect with others passionate about driving systemic change towards sustainability. Be part of the conversation on how we can measure and scale the transition to a more sustainable, circular future.
The symposium will feature an outstanding lineup of keynote speakers and panelists, including:
- Dr Jay Whitehead, leader in social impact measurement in Aotearoa, Matatihi
- Professor Abby Mellick Lopes , researcher in social design for circular economies, University Technology Sydney
- Associate Professor Stephen Healy, researcher in diverse economies of waste and reuse, Western Sydney University
- … and a range of innovative leaders in food fibre circularity across Aotearoa New Zealand.
