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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Summit is an annual event where we convene our Network to discuss and demonstrate the power of the circular economycircular economyA systems solution framework that tackles global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. It is based on three principles, driven by design: eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials (at their highest value), and regenerate nature. as a solution to help tackle global challenges. Presented by the Foundation's team and guest speakers, Summit sessions tackle some of the biggest themes in circular economy thinking. It is an opportunity to meet delegates from other Network organisations and make connections.

Session recordings from Summit 23

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Redesigning the future: a circular economy showcase

Showcasing exciting and innovative examples of the circular economy in action today, and exploring...

  • Circular economy explained
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Designing regenerative food systems

The Foundation’s Food Lead, Reniera O’Donnell, discusses how design is key to unlocking...

  • Food
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How can the fashion industry scale circular solutions?

How can the fashion industry overcome the barriers to scaling circular economy solutions? The...

  • Fashion
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How can buildings regenerate nature?

How can we design our built environment to be regenerative, rather than extractive? Sean Quinn,...

  • Built environment

Session recordings from Summit 22

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Design turns ambition into action | Summit 2022

Streamed on 5th July 2022

  • Design
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Session three — Making the economics work | Summit 2022

Streamed on 5th July 2022

  • Policy

Session recordings from Summit 21

Session recordings from Summit 20

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Let's talk about solutions to plastic pollution | Summit 2020

  • Plastics
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How Credit Suisse is seizing the circular economy opportunity | Summit 2020

  • Finance
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How are cities transitioning to a circular economy for food? | Summit 2020

  • Business
  • Cities

Session recordings from Summit 19

Session recordings from Summit 18

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Summit: The Foundation's flagship event

The Summit is attended by a diverse group of representatives from different sectors and industries, including businesses, policymakers, financial institutions, and academics. The annual event celebrates the cutting edge of circular economy thinking.

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