Most countries in the global south are considered “Build” or “Grow” countries under Circle Economy’s Circular Gap Report 2023 Framework. These countries are in desperate need of infrastructure development to improve their quality of life. However, under current development models, this would require significant resource use, which is constrained by growing scarcity of resources, exceeding planetary boundaries, and increasing climate uncertainty. The circular economy offers a different development trajectory for the Global South: a more resource efficient, low carbon, just and climate-resilient growth path.
During this session, the speakers will explore how we can rethink the use of resources within urban environments to create cities that are more liveable, resilient and circular.
Suzan Oelofse
Usha Iyer-Raniga
Mark Napier
