Circular Economy

How circularity can increase profits in cement and concrete

Circularity technologies are still not widely utilized in the built environment.

Circularity technologies are still not widely utilized in the built environment. Image: Getty Images

Jorgen Sandstrom
Head of Energy, Materials, Infrastructure Programme, Industrial Transformation, World Economic Forum
Yvonne Leung
Global Strategic Engagement Lead, Philanthropy for Nature and Climate, World Economic Forum
Sebastian Reiter
Partner, McKinsey & Company
Sarah Heincke
Consultant, McKinsey & Company
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