Report Launch: Prospects for Transitioning from a Linear to Circular Economy in Developing Asia

Time of Event

16:00-17:00 (Tokyo time)

Summary

This ADBI-Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra webinar, a World Circular Economy Forum side event highlighted key takeaways from the new report Prospects for Transitioning from a Linear to Circular Economy in Developing Asia.

The editors and a panel of contributors discussed circular economy principles, opportunities and challenges, and policy recommendations for promoting circularity and greater sustainable development in the region.

Objectives

• Overview the new report Prospects for Transitioning from a Linear to Circular Economy in Developing Asia
• Discuss barriers to integrating circular economy concepts in the region’s markets
• Explore ways to achieve a more circular economy, including viable policy options
  

Target Participants

• Policy makers from Asian Development Bank member economies
• Experts from think tanks, universities, and international organizations
• Interested members of the public

Output

• Free download link for the report Prospects for Transitioning from a Linear to Circular Economy in Developing Asia
• Enhanced understanding of circular economy challenges and opportunities in the region
• Identification of policies for driving circular economy transition

Partners

• The Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra