The conversation explores the growing emphasis on the circular economy, highlighting the political and corporate shifts towards sustainability. Adam Peer, Senior Director of Plastics Sustainability at the American Chemistry Council, discusses the legislative efforts to enhance recycling and the long-term strategies companies are adopting to ensure their resilience and positive impact on the environment.

takeaways

• There's a very intense political focus on the circular economy.
• Many states are passing laws to increase recycling and recovery.
• Companies are taking a much longer view of their impact.
• Long-term thinking in sustainability is becoming more prevalent.
• Foundational policies for sustainability are being created now.
• Being part of this foundational policy creation is exciting.
• The shift towards sustainability is not just a trend but a necessity.
• Increased recycling content rates are becoming a standard.
• Corporate responsibility is evolving with these new policies.
• The future of business is intertwined with environmental sustainability.

Topics covered: circular economy, sustainability, recycling, corporate responsibility, extended producer responsibility (EPR), environmental policy

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