Convenor

Convener

Riverreycle Oy

 

Venue

TBC

 

Overview

Drawing from its extensive experience managing 10 river cleaning sites and 4 recycling facilities, RiverRecycle exemplifies how an innovative circular business model and robust multi-stakeholder collaboration can effectively address ocean plastic pollution. Transitioning to a circular economy is crucial for sustainability, necessitating a fundamental shift in strategy and operations, starting with a change in mindset.

 

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion at the East Sea Congress 2024, where experts from diverse sectors will explore approaches to addressing ocean plastic pollution through circular economy models and multi-stakeholder collaboration. This session will delve into the effectiveness, challenges, and benefits of circular business models, drawing on the extensive experience of RiverRecycle and its projects across five countries. 

 

Topics Covered:

• Effectiveness of Circular Economy Models: Assessing the success and potential improvements of current circular economy initiatives in waste management. 
• Multi-stakeholder Collaboration: Exploring the dynamics of collaboration among local communities, international organizations, financial institutions, governments, and private companies. 
• Economic Viability and Scalability: Evaluating the long-term sustainability and scalability of the “river cleaning as a free service” model. 
• Role of Governments and Policy: Identifying critical policies that support circular economy initiatives and balance regulation with incentivization. 
• Community Engagement and Impact: Ensuring meaningful engagement and equitable benefit-sharing for local communities. 
• Technological Innovations: Discussing promising technologies in waste management and their integration into existing systems. 
• Corporate Responsibility and Accountability: Examining the role and responsibilities of global brands in reducing plastic pollution and supporting circular economy initiatives. 

 

This session promises to provide an open discussion platform for stakeholders from NGOs, charities, international organizations, financial institutions, governments, and the private waste management sector. Join us to be part of a transformative conversation on creating a sustainable future free from ocean plastic pollution.

 

Expected Outputs:

• Participation from various sectors, including international organizations, financial institutions, public sector, and private sector representatives. 
• Engagement of a diverse audience. 

Expected Outcomes:

• Showcasing best practices and lessons learned from RiverRecycle’s operations, providing a comprehensive understanding of successful circular business models. 
• Gaining insights into the perspectives and common interests of each stakeholder, fostering a collaborative approach to tackling ocean plastic pollution.

Program

Time	AGENDA
14:00-14:05	Welcome and divide audience into groups  Each group includes participants from various sectors
14:05-14:20	Presentation on RiverRecycle experiences in implementing circular projects to stop plastic waste leakages into the oceans by intervening river-borne plastic
14:20-14:40	Members ask clarifying questions (5 minutes)  Debatable questions (sample list of questions are as below)  Silence while members write down ideas and thoughts regarding situation presented (3 minutes)  Each group shares ideas and suggestions or experience that relates to the situation (10 minutes)
14:40-14:45	Presenter offers feedback to suggestions and ideas from each member  Wrap up and session