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Janez Potočnik

CO-CHAIR, UNEP INTERNATIONAL RESOURCE PANEL

Janez Potočnik brings the knowledge of a scientist and economist to resource use and the environment.

As an academic in economic studies Potočnik headed the negotiating team for Slovenia’s accession to the EU. He has served two terms as European Commissioner, first leading Science and Research and then directing Environment. Now at the International Resource Panel, Potočnik leads scientific experts as they help countries use natural resources sustainably without compromising economic growth and human development. He is also a partner in SystemiQ, an enterprise designed specifically to tackle system failures.

Speaking at the following WCEF2019 sessions:

Monday 3 June at 14.30-16.00: Governance and circular economy roadmaps
Monday 3 June at 16.30-18.00: Building an enabling environment for circular businesses

 

What's this about?

Project

WCEF2019

The World Circular Economy Forum 2019 in Helsinki, Finland on 3-5 June 2019 built the next era of the circular economy.

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Topic

A circular economy

Circular economy solutions are needed to safeguard biodiversity and solve the climate crisis. In a circular economy we maintain the value of what we produce through smarter design and shifting from owning products to using services.

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Theme

Sustainability transition

The life, well-being and economy of Finns fully depend on nature. How can we change the way we operate so that we build a good life, successful business and sustainable public finances within the limits of nature’s carrying capacity?

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