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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an independent charity with the aim of inspiring a generation to re-think, re-design & build a positive future through the vision of a circular economy. Ellen MacArthur founded the Foundation to better understand how on land too we rely on finite resources in the form of materials, energy and water after her experiences as a world class sailor having sailed over 26,000 miles to become the fastest person to circumnavigate the globe single-handed.

The Circular Economy 100 is a global platform bringing together leading companies, emerging innovators and regions to accelerate the transition to a circular economy over a 1000-day (3 year) period. The Annual Summit was held Wednesday 19 June 2013.

Ellen MacArthur Foundation

Curated by earthsayer

October 05, 2026

In this episode of the Circular Economy Show, Seb Egerton-Read interviews Georgia Parker from Fashion for Good and Lewis Shuler of Paradise Textiles about the challenges elastane presents for clothing recycling. They explore the project 'Stretching Circularity,' which aims to unite brands, innovators, and experts to enhance the recyclability and commercial viability of lower-impact elastane alternatives.

The discussion highlights the need for coordinated industry efforts to address the fragmented state of bio-based and recycled materials. While no single solution exists, collaboration is essential to tackle the scale of the problem effectively.

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