The world's economy is only 9% circular. We must be bolder about saving resources

Upcycling used tyres at a workshop in Yemen. Image: REUTERS/Mohamed al-Sayaghi
Janez Potocnik
Former European Commissioner for Environment, Co-chair, International Resource Panel
Antonia Gawel
Head, Climate; Deputy Head, Centre for Nature & Climate Member of the Executive Committee, World Economic Forum

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