Are you curious about the circular economy and its potential to address today’s environmental and economic challenges? Join for a full day of learning, collaboration, brainstorming, and visioneering at the Circular Economy Symposium, where we’ll explore how circular systems can power a regenerative, equitable, and climate-resilient future—starting in the Duwamish Valley, and across the region.

Join representatives from King County Re+, Seattle Public Utilities, and community leaders as they delve into regional circular economy initiatives, examining both the challenges and the progress being made in addressing our increasingly complex waste systems. This session will explore the next steps for King County and the City of Seattle in rethinking and redesigning our material world—shifting from a linear model of consumption and disposal to regenerative, circular solutions.

Discover how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies aim to shift the burden of waste management upstream—holding manufacturers accountable for the full lifecycle of their products. Learn about the growing movement for Right to Repair, which empowers consumers and extends product lifespans through access to tools, parts, and knowledge. And explore how Industrial Symbiosis—the strategic reuse of waste materials across industries—has the potential to transform recycling infrastructure and provide critical feedstock to reshore supply chains and strengthen local economies.

This conversation will highlight innovative policies, pilot programs, and cross-sector collaborations driving the region toward a more resilient and regenerative future.

To learn more about the Circular Economy and How Society Can Re-think Progress please watch the following video from leaders in the Circular Economy at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation:

Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-circular-future-tickets-1389544307429