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Waste Net Zero 2023

Watch all the speakers from this year’s Waste Net Zero conference

CEO of Biffa Michael Topham, Head of Partnerships Carla Brian and guest speaker Jeremy Schwartz are among some of the business leaders exploring the next steps on the UK’s journey to circularity.  

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Michael Topham opens the conference
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Carla Brian shares new Biffa research  
The UK is only at the beginning of its journey to circularity. When we refer to 'the circular economy', we're referring to a fraction of the UK's material economy. Our economy and infrastructure have grown around a linear system of material consumption. Improving circularity means first understanding it, which takes data and collaboration. Working with consultancy partner WSP, we have developed a new approach to circularity research and analysis. Carla shares the outcomes. 
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Maxine Mayhew hosts our Material Flow panel
Business leaders from manufacturing, retail and policy explore what the "new age" of waste management looks like. Discussing how upcoming changes can be anticipated and managed effectively, facilitating a smoother transition for all stakeholders involved. Our panel included Jim Fox - Head of Public Affairs at Coca-Cola, Owen McLellan - Managing Director at Company Shop Group, Natalie Verner - Senior Sustainability and Environmental Policy Executive, and Steve Vaughan-Jones - Technical Director at consultancy WSP. 
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UK journey to circularity  

Discover the thought leadership identifying the next practical steps to improve circularity in plastic packaging and food. 

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Waste Net Zero event presentation

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10 Steps to reduce waste

We have summarised 10 key steps that organisations can try to reduce waste and become more circular.

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