The use of materials is growing globally – and so are the associated emissions. Today, a few key materials – steel, plastics, aluminium and cement – account for 20% of global emissions. If their use is unchecked, the emissions from the use of these materials alone will cause a global warming of two degrees. Therefore, significant changes are required in the way materials are produced, used and disposed of. The circular economy can reduce emissions and offer a competitive advantage to pioneers in this sector. The session brings together experts and those from the industry to discuss how a net zero-emissions materials industry can be achieved in Europe and globally.
14.00 | Opening words |
Keynote: Circular economy potentials in key raw materials sectors Per Klevnäs, Co-founder, Material Economics See the presentation |
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Commentary note from European Commission perspective Gwenole Cozigou, Director, DG GROW, European Commission |
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Industry comments Martin Pei, Executive Vice President and CTO, SSAB See the presentation Lorraine Francourt, Director of Chemicals Management and Circular Economy, Dow Egil Hogna, Executive Vice President, Head of Extruded Solutions, Hydro See the presentation |
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Panel discussion | |
15.30 | Key takeaways |
Moderator:
Janne Peljo, Project Director, Sitra
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