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