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Inspired by the Capital Institute's Third Millennium Economy initiative, this collection highlights those voices - ecological economists, sociologist, finance professionals, environmentalists, community developers - advocating a restructuring of our economy to transition to a truly sustainable economic system.

Curated by mokiethecat

Policy and finance to scale the circular economy in Latin America (highlights)
May 02, 2020

Uruguay's experience highlights that a circular economy transition requires a new policy framework and government support, beyond private sector will. This session addressed how to foster national collaboration, fund innovations, and convince stakeholders. Speakers included Manuel Albaladejo (UNIDO) and Paula Cobas (National Development Agency of Uruguay).

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the circular economy transition. Launched in 2010 by sailor Ellen MacArthur, the Foundation is a global thought leader, supported by partners. Explore their work at [ellenmacarthurfoundation.org](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org) and subscribe to their YouTube channel: [youtube.com/user/made2bemadeagain](https://www.youtube.com/user/made2bemadeagain).

Follow them online: [Instagram](http://instagram.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Facebook](http://facebook.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Twitter](http://twitter.com/circulareconomy), [Medium](http://medium.com/circulatenews).