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The 5th edition of Building Bridges will be held from 9-12 December 2024 in Geneva and will see UNEP FI host its 18th Global Roundtable on 10-11 December under the same roof.

The Closing Ceremony of 2024 Building Bridges will spotlight the four key mega trends of the week: climate finance, nature finance, impact portfolios, and financial inclusion, in alignment with COP30 in Brazil. This event is crucial for global climate action, particularly as Article 2.1c on financial flows and the bio-economy and sustainable trade will be key topics of discussion.

The transition from a linear to a circular economy is essential as traditional “take-make-waste” models are becoming unsustainable. Resource scarcity, supply chain vulnerabilities, and mounting regulations highlight the need to shift to a system that decouples growth from resource extraction. The circular economy offers a pathway to address these challenges by rethinking how resources are used, extending product life cycles, and reducing waste.

While progress is being made, many businesses still face obstacles in scaling circular practices and fully realizing their economic potential. However, industries are increasingly recognizing the benefits of circular models, and their adoption could play a key role in achieving global sustainability goals, such as net-zero emissions by 2050 under the Paris Agreement. To succeed, businesses must integrate circular principles into their strategies, focusing on ecosystem thinking, technology, and innovation to unlock competitive advantages and drive long-term sustainability.