Plastic is a global problem. It’s also a global opportunity

Jan 25, 2019

Bags filled with caps are pictured at the Association Bouchon d'Amour which collects and recycles plastic caps in Martignas-Sur-Jalles near Bordeaux, France, November 23, 2018. REUTERS/Regis Duvignau - RC17D4709770

New technologies and approaches could transform waste plastic from a problem into a huge opportunity Image: REUTERS/Regis Duvignau

Peter Lacy

Global Sustainability Services Lead and Chief Responsibility Officer, Accenture (UK) Ltd.

Wesley Spindler

Senior Manager & Circulars Program Director, Accenture Strategy

Cathy McAndrew

Innovation Lead, Circulars Team, Accenture Strategy

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