What is the circular economy and what jobs can it create?

About the event

McKinsey&Company expects the circular economy to generate a net economic benefit for the EU of €1.8 trillion by 2030. But how do we take advantage of these economic opportunities and what kinds of vacancies do we need to fill to get there? This Q&A session explored the green sector’s employment opportunities.

Session audience 

• Economy, education and employment experts
• Charities and community groups supporting employment
• Local authorities and civil service (especially in education and employment)
• School, college and university staff

Speakers

• Joel Marsden, Researcher, Circle Economy
• Joe Williams, Circular Economy Officer, Essex County Council 
• Gemma Thomas, Head of Environmental Accounts, ONS