Representing nature and business in a circular economy

For a long time, the effect of business activities on nature was largely ignored on economic or commercial grounds. This short-sightedness is now largely recognised by governments and businesses, and attaining a circular economy and long-term sustainability are given higher priority. Nevertheless, problems remain. Damage to nature can be hard to predict and difficult and time-consuming to rectify. This can occur because legal responsibility for damage is unclear or regulators lack enforcement powers. Reuse of materials can be both good for the environment and good for business, but recycling procedures are frequently inadequate. This meeting, led by Mary Creagh CBE MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Nature) will discuss such issues, government plans, and business priorities.