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The reuse revolution is happening across Europe, so what can the UK learn from it to lead its own transition away from single-use? In this article on The Grocer, our CEO Jane Martin makes the case for bold action. While Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) will help in tackling single-use packaging crisis, we must go further. Cross-industry collaboration can make reusable packaging mainstream, unlocking business benefits like better logistics, consumer insights, and cost savings. And with the circular economy expected to create 700,000 jobs in the EU, the UK has a huge opportunity to lead. We need strong government policy and industry-wide standardisation to drive this shift. Let’s make reuse the norm, not the exception. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dBdJaiZs #ReuseRevolution #RefillReturn #CircularEconomy #SustainabilityLeadership

We’re still reflecting on the incredible success of the Global Reuse Summit – a landmark event that brought together policymakers, business leaders, and innovators to drive real change in the reuse economy. 🌎 The message from the summit was clear: the time for experimentation is over – it’s time to take reuse seriously. As Dr. Debbie Fletcher FCIWM put it, “The experimental phase is done.” Key Takeaways from the Summit: 🔹 Collaboration is critical. This shift isn’t just about cutting packaging waste — it’s an opportunity to innovate, create quality jobs, and reduce pollution. 🔹 Long-term roadmaps, not short-term fixes. James Bull reinforced the importance of setting a clear vision. We need to signpost what the future of reuse is going to be, even if it takes 5 to 10 years to achieve it, rather than focusing on short-term, year-on-year strategies. 🔹 Policy must support reuse infrastructure. Celia Rennesson 🌎highlighted the French model, where 5% of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees are allocated to reuse infrastructure and communications — a model other countries could follow. 🔹 Data drives scale. Lowelle Bryan emphasised that standardisation and measurement are key. The more we learn from data, the better we can refine reuse models at scale. 🔹 Optimism fuels change. Margaret Heffernan reminded us that “Change must happen with optimism and enthusiasm.” More than 1000 of us took part in the event, in person and online. People tuned in from as far as Australia, Kenya, Indonesia and the US, demonstrating the urgent need to move away from single-use culture, into a reuse future. A huge thank you to We The Curious for hosting us, with stunning views over Bristol Harbourside, and to our headline partner Ecosurety for keeping the conversations going post-summit. If you couldn’t make it this year, don’t worry — we’ve put together a short highlights reel to share some of the best moments. Plus, you can watch the full live stream on our website: https://lnkd.in/dkB7Jjwi It’s time to take reuse seriously. 💪 #GlobalReuseSummit #ReuseRevolution #CircularEconomy

Packaging experts, retailers and industry leaders gathered at the second Global Reuse Summit, to call on the government to support reusable packaging with robust policy. The event, hosted by environmental charity City to Sea in partnership with Ecosurety, discussed the key actions needed to scale up reusable packing, power the transition to a reusable economy and build up consumer confidence. #sustainablepackaging #recyclability #reusablepackaging #sustainability #circulareconomy #recycledmaterials #resourceefficiency #reuserevolution

Jane Martin, CEO of City to Sea, said, "Today’s summit demonstrates that businesses are committed individually, and in collaboration with others, to bring reuse a step closer." https://lnkd.in/gPp4rMv5

It was a pleasure hosting this year's Global Reuse Summit with our headline partners, Ecosurety! Their support helped make the event the success it was. Check out their video of the day below 👇 . We'll be sharing more video content coming soon!

What an incredible day at The Global Reuse Summit! 🌍♻️ It was fantastic bringing together pioneering brands and businesses, researchers and experts. Discussions covered everything from global policy shifts and packaging innovation to localised system change and business transformation. We heard from inspiring leaders of reuse including Jamie Riley, Margaret Heffernan, Natalie Bennett, Stuart Chidley, Will Ghali, Safia Qureshi, Catherine Conway, Dr. Debbie Fletcher FCIWM, James Bull, Sarah Ottaway, Dagny Tucker, PhD, Celia Rennesson 🌎, Alejandra Warren, Eline Leising, Thomas Webb, Prof Sally Beken, Fellow IOM3, Jane Muncke, Dean Van Leeuwen, Amy Hooper, Lowelle Bryan, James Piper, Chris Sherrington, Celine Deschamps, Natalie Fée and Jane Martin. We'd also like to thank our headline sponsor Ecosurety as well as all our other sponsors, exhibitors and partners, Culligan UK, Innovate UK, GoUnpackaged, Berry Global, Inc., Eunomia Research & Consulting - Certified B Corp., TomorrowToday Global, ThePackHub, Morally Made, Natracare, The Hidden Sea Wine, TOAST, Boca Toothpaste and Suited & Booted. Special thanks to Muuse, Alner , Reposit | Returnable Packaging Platform | B Corp, Ellen MacArthur Foundation, and FOR Cardiff for sharing the impact they've created in their communities. This event was made possible thanks to our wonderful producer Holly Tarquini. In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing key takeaways, speaker highlights and from our exhibitors. Stay tuned! #GlobalReuseSummit #ReuseRevolution #CircularEconomy #Sustainability

Welcome back to the Global Reuse Summit 2025 livestream, in partnership with Ecosurety. Coming up: ✅ Politics of Reuse ✅ Material World ✅ Making Reuse Second Nature

The Global Reuse Summit is here! ♻️ In partnership with Ecosurety, we’re bringing together innovators, thought leaders, and changemakers to drive the shift towards a thriving reuse economy. Get ready for powerful discussions, real-world case studies, and inspiring speakers — all focused on making reuse the norm everywhere.🌍 Thank you to We The Curious for hosting us. If you haven't already, join us online! Our free livestream begins at 10AM GMT. Find it here on LinkedIn or register via our website: https://lnkd.in/efs2mtBM It's time to take reuse seriously. 💪 #GlobalReuseSummit #ReuseRevolution #CircularEconomy #Sustainability

Welcome to the Global Reuse Summit 2025 livestream! Join us today from 10:00 - 17:00, live from We the Curious, Bristol.

Last day before the Global Reuse Summit, our one-day transformative event dedicated to delivering the new reuse economy, in partnership with Ecosurety. Ahead of tomorrow, we’re sharing a snippet of one of our pre-recorded panels – Global Leaders of the Reuse Revolution starting at 11:45AM GMT. In this session, global trailblazers will share their valuable insights and first-hand experiences in implementing reuse futures across the globe. From grassroots community-driven projects that spark local change to large-scale systems supported by policy and institutional frameworks, these experts highlight innovative strategies, challenges, and successes in building a more circular future for all regions. Hear from the reuse leaders, including: ✅ Dr Dagny Tucker, PhD - Co-Founder of Perpetual, Founder|CEO of Vessel ✅ Celia Rennesson 🌎 - Co-founder and Director Général Réseau Vrac & Réemploi, France ✅ Alejandra Warren - Co-Founder and Executive Director at Plastic Free Future, USA ✅ Eline Leising - Head of Zero Waste Living Lab, Enviu, Indonesia If you can’t join us in person, there’s still time to register for the free live stream of the full event. Sign up here for free: https://lnkd.in/dQjzJWnp It's time to take reuse seriously. ♻️ #GlobalReuseSummit2025 #ReuseRevolution #RefillReturn