Equitable Circular Economy
Developing scalable, regenerative, and equitable solutions for communities across the globe.
We can’t recycle our way out of climate change. Sustainable packaging won’t solve inequality. But a move to an inclusive circular economy can accelerate progress for the most challenging issues we face.
An economic model fit for our planet requires going deeper into our communities and expanding our understanding of material flows and Earth’s resources.
Manufacturing and waste are challenges for everyone, yet marginalized and indigenous communities have historically been the most severely impacted. Ironically, these groups often hold the keys to developing scalable, regenerative, and equitable solutions for communities worldwide.
Pyxera Global is committed to supporting the transition to a circular economy.
By shifting the power and decision-making dynamics to engage communities, they can own the solutions and scale their effort. Ultimately, the broader population benefits from local experience and collective wisdom.
Our Service, In Focus
Through our Equitable Circular Economy service, Pyxera Global:
- Connects community knowledge, industry and municipal insights, and the resources of committed companies and governments.
- Designs systems together to address circular challenges and improve the lives of local communities.
- Creates circular and sustainable strategies through our Insights and Advisory service and supports businesses in embedding them in their operations.
Circular Economy Coalition Building
Cleveland is an excellent example of how Pyxera Global brings together leading companies, NGOs, and circular start-ups to develop circular economies. Together with our coalition partners, such as Enel Group, Rheaply, Metabolic, and First Mile, we establish regenerative and equitable solutions at scale in cities worldwide through endeavors like Circular City Coalition.
Zero Waste Communities
We work with local communities to identify pain points and opportunities to turn waste into resources. This resolves waste issues and creates sustainable circular solutions owned and operated by the community. In Ghana, Alaska, Montana, and Louisiana, we’ve brought together tribal nations, waste collectors, and experts to assess waste management streams and mitigate their adverse effects.
Material Reverse Logistics Hubs
By aligning public and private sectors, we can provide a local answer to reusing waste like electronics, plastics, and metals. These regional hubs process and redistribute these materials, bolstering the local economy.
Why It Matters
Upstream business models and legislation enable sustainable solutions that incentivize consumers, manufacturers, and communities to reuse materials rather than adding waste and carbon to the planet.
When vulnerable communities have an influential seat at the table, it produces lasting solutions because they can participate in the opportunities these new business models create.
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Equitable Circular Economy is only one of our tools for catalyzing change.
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