Circular Coffee Break Podcast

🌟 What an incredible journey at #Slush2024! 🌟 Two unforgettable days filled with inspiration, innovation, and deep conversations on the future of circularity. We’re leaving this year’s event brimming with new ideas and a world wiser. 💡🌍 🎙️ In this Special Episode of #TheCircularCoffeeBreak, we had the honor of capturing the freshest insights from 8 visionary guests, live from the heart of the action. Over the next 40 minutes, you'll discover groundbreaking StartUps reshaping industries and their unique perspectives on the evolving world of circularity. 💬 From revolutionary materials to tech-driven sustainability, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about innovation and impact. A massive thank you to #Slush2024 for hosting such an extraordinary event—we can’t wait to return next year! 🙌 And, of course, an even bigger thank you to our brilliant guests who shared their time and vision with us: Ginette Blackbeard, ENOUGH. Upcycled Beauty-Health Jordi de Vos, Circularise Karri Lehtonen, Winterent Michaela Stephen, MATR® Michelle Spitzer, eco:fibr Nic Gorini, Spin Ventures Sarah Harbarth, KUORI Ulrikke Lien, Sensorita 🎧 Ready to be inspired? Tune in now to the episode and let’s shape the future of circularity together! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/g79g3yxb

🌍 Join the #CircularMonday Movement with The Circular Coffee Break Podcast! 🎙️♻️   This Circular Monday, let’s come together to rethink, reuse, and recycle! At The Circular Coffee Break podcast, we’re all about accelerating the transition to a sustainably circular world, and this movement is the perfect way to take action.   💡 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲? Circular Monday is the antidote to Black Friday, a global movement that encourages us to prioritize sustainable consumption. It’s a call to embrace repair, second-hand, sharing, and circular business solutions instead of buying new.   🚀 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝? 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫: Choose second-hand, refurbished, or upcycled items. 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞: Extend the life of your belongings by fixing what you can. 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: Post about your circular choices using #CircularMonday and tag us @Circular Coffee Break Podcast. 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 & 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧: Check out our latest podcast episodes for inspiring stories and actionable insights into circular economy solutions.   Let’s lead the way to a more sustainable future, one circular action at a time. 💬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲? Share your ideas and inspire others in the comments below!   #CircularMonday #CircularCoffeeBreak #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #ThinkCircular #ActCircular

🌟 Anne Larilahti inspired us in this #Throwback episode of the #CircularCoffeeBreak podcast with her extensive experience across diverse industries, including high tech, telecommunications, airlines, and now sports and outdoor apparel! 🌍♻️ Anne, Vice President of ESD at Amer Sports explored with us the fundamentals of sustainability, the impact of regulation, and the importance of cross-company collaboration. 🏔️✈️📡 Discover how Amer Sports is tackling circularity, climate change, and responsible procurement, and learn about innovative practices like 3D modeling for reducing waste. Tune in to hear about the role of athletes in promoting sustainability and the exciting future of second-hand markets. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g429_pJG #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Innovation #Podcast #SportsIndustry #SustainableBusiness Michael Hanf

“Circular economy needs operators and needs sort of orchestrators to be able to really deep dive into the systemic change-related issues.” -  Karoliina Tuukkanen ✨ In our 43rd episode of #TheCircularCoffeeBreak podcast, Michael Hanf and his guest Karoliina Tuukkanen, Senior Specialist at KIPI – Kiertotalous Pirkanmaa operated by Ekokumppanit Oy - Ecofellows Ltd., explore the role of cities and regions in driving the circular economy forward, particularly through public-private collaboration. ✨ ✅ They dive into how municipalities can create conditions for circular markets, share success stories like land allocation criteria for sustainable building projects, and discuss how collaboration between businesses and public entities is essential for systemic change. 📍 New episodes of The Circular Coffee Break will launch every other week so stay tuned, subscribe to the podcast on your favourite podcast directory, and follow us on LinkedIn, so you don’t miss the episodes. #circulareconomy #podcast #circularity #sustainability #regionaldevelopment #publicprivatepartnerships https://lnkd.in/d-ZYvz9Q

🌟 In another #Throwback episode of the #CircularCoffeeBreak podcast, we had a chat with Julian Lauten-Weiss, a circular economy researcher and consultant. Julian shared his expert insights on the importance of norms and standards in driving circularity. We discussed the complexities of the circular economy, the role of technology and innovation, and the need for a common language to advance our sustainability goals! 🌍♻️ Discover how standardization can foster innovation and why circularity is crucial for businesses and societies alike. Tune in to this engaging discussion and get inspired to join the movement towards a more sustainable future. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gFuMf_xV #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Innovation #Podcast #Standards #SustainableFuture Michael Hanf

“Circularity ties to climate and the climate actions very closely, so we need to start looking at the business models and all of that related to circularity.” - Päivi Koivisto ✨ In our 42nd episode of #TheCircularCoffeeBreak podcast, Michael Hanf and his guest Päivi Koivisto, VP of Sustainability at Kalmar, dive into the heavy machinery industry. ✨ ✅ They discuss Kalmar’s approach to product durability, modularity, and using recycled materials, share insights into transitioning to electric fleets, and explore the collaborative role of partners in achieving long-term sustainability goals. 📍 New episodes of The Circular Coffee Break will launch every other week, so stay tuned, subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on LinkedIn so you don’t miss an episode. #circulareconomy #podcast #circularity #sustainability #heavymachinery #climateaction https://lnkd.in/dAFpecfD

𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝐶𝑖𝑟𝑐𝑢𝑙𝑎𝑟 𝐶𝑜𝑓𝑓𝑒𝑒 𝐵𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑘 podcast has been invited to cover Slush from a circularity and sustainability perspective! We’re thrilled to bring the latest insights, innovations, and ideas from Slush to you, our audience. To make this episode truly special, we’re inviting all participants, whether you’re a startup innovator, an investor, or a company representative with a sustainability or circularity focus, to join us for a short interview. 🎙️ Let’s showcase the power of circular solutions and sustainable innovations shaping the future! Interested in joining The Circular Coffee Break for our Slush episode? Drop us a message or comment below. Let's amplify your impact! 🌱🌐 #Slush2024 #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Podcast #TheCircularCoffeeBreak #Innovation #CircularSolutions

🌟 #Throwback to an exciting episode of the #CircularCoffeeBreak podcast with Max Sorst, Senior Director of Sustainability at SPORTFIVE! 🏟️♻️ Max shared how sports can drive sustainability and circularity. From innovative waste management solutions in stadiums to engaging communities through sports, his insights were a game-changer! 🌱⚽ Learn how sports can lead the way in sustainability and inspire positive change. Tune in to this fascinating discussion and get motivated to make your favorite sports clubs more sustainable. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gdwqP5Ae #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #Sports #Podcast #Innovation Michael Hanf

“Circular economy is the same as any kind of innovation concept …you have to create a product people want and you have to create it in a way that people want it.” - Justus Kammüller ✨ In our 41st episode of #TheCircularCoffeeBreak podcast, Michael Hanf and his guest Justus Kammüller, Senior Manager Sustainable Business & Markets at One Planet Business by WWF Germany, explore the One Planet Business Framework and the Circular Economy Business Assessment. ✨ ✅ They discuss the common challenges in the transition towards circularity, elaborate on some strategies that companies have implemented to overcome the adoption of CE principles, and explore how WWF Germany supports businesses in fostering the mindset and operational changes necessary for a circular shift. 📍 New episodes of The Circular Coffee Break will launch every other week so stay tuned, subscribe to the podcast on your favourite podcast directory, and follow us on LinkedIn, so you don’t miss the episodes. #circulareconomy #podcast #circularity #sustainability #wwf https://lnkd.in/dMQ4HNrS

🌟 Welcome to the #Throwback episode featuring Shahriare Mahmood, PhD! 🌿👕 Shahriare, Chief Sustainability Officer at SPINNOVA®, shared groundbreaking advancements in sustainable textiles. From transforming waste into high-quality fibers without harmful chemicals to promoting circularity in the fashion industry, his insights are a game-changer! 🌱♻️ Discover how innovations in the textile sector are making a real impact on sustainability and what we can do to drive further positive change. Dive into this fascinating discussion and get inspired to make greener choices in fashion. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gvUdY_-a #CircularCoffeeBreak #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #Podcast #Innovation Michael Hanf