Sustainability: Circularity (Ep. 3/6)

In the third episode of the 'Sustainability' series. host Andrea Gauss and Lisa Brunie-McDermott, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at HNI Corporation, discuss the topic of circularity and its importance in sustainability. They define circularity as the transformation from a linear model of take-make-waste to a circular model that focuses on refurbishing, refreshing, and recycling. The conversation explores various initiatives and examples of circularity, such as reusing waste in products, utilizing recycled materials, and partnering with organizations like ANEW to redistribute furniture. The episode highlights the need for a better approach to waste management and emphasizes the industry-wide challenge of reducing office furniture waste. The hosts also discuss the importance of planning for decommissioning and thinking about the end of a product's lifecycle from the beginning. Learn more: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more