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there are finite materials, that demand WILL exceed supply - the circular economy gains momentum”. Tim also spoke of how the circular economy could change entire business models creating new jobs, new business opportunities, save the manufacturer money and reduce the amount of waste going to landfill. Tim was followed by Sustainability Policy Advisor for Construction Products Association – Jane Thornback. Jane focused on Megatrends and how the competition for resources is not going away. Rising standards, urbanisation, globalisation and digitalisation are changing the world we live in – “The Circular Economy is really just an understanding of how we use resources.” Professor Margaret Bates, a leading professor of sustainable waste management at the University of Northampton spoke on how waste management fits into the Circular Economy. Noting that the European Economy could save £630 billion each year through better use of resources. Julia Hailes MBE, business consultant and speaker on social, consumer and ethical issues closed the afternoon session with a stirring account of how “businesses must be committed to eliminating negative impact to the environment” stating that sustainability is good for business with a need for industry to look hard at the role they play in society. The full day of presentations was brought to a close with a keynote from motivational speaker Steve Head. Talking about making the “1% difference” and how rather than do one thing 20% better we should strive to do 20 things 1% better. By the end of Steve's presentation the audience were left with the mind set of
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