The growing gap between ambition and reality threatens the stability of our planet and the resilience of global communities. Yet, this challenge also presents a powerful opportunity. With investment in impact funds expected to surge, the potential is there to drive transformative action.

The Financial Times’ Climate & Impact Summit provides a forum for leaders in business, finance, and policy to tackle climate challenges and drive progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on actionable solutions and meaningful impact.

Panel Discussion: The Circular Economy – Transforming Industries and Consumer Behaviour

At this session, Stientje van Veldhoven, Global Vice-President and Director at WRI Europe, will share insights on how industries and governments can integrate circular economy principles, focusing on high-impact sectors like food and infrastructure. She will be joined by Mark Sandys, Chief Innovation Officer at Diageo, and Brandon Spencer, President of Motion Business Area.

Also hear from and meet leaders including:

  • Johan Rockström, Director, Potsdam-Institute of Climate Impact Research
  • Patricia Espinosa, Former Executive Secretary of UNFCCC
  • Florika Fink-Hooijer, Director-General of the Environmental Department, European Commission

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