Sustainability Week: Sustainability & Circularity - Complex Ideas Made Simple

Have you ever wondered how sustainability and the circular economy are related or how these complex notions can be applied and measured?

In this casual event, Emily will share how sustainability and circularity can be measured in a simplified manner within the waste product context. Come join us to share your thoughts and ask questions!

About the facilitator: 

Emily is a PhD graduate at the Faculty of Engineering and IT at The University of Melbourne. Her research interests include sustainability and circular economy analysis, especially in the waste product context. Emily practiced as a geotechnical engineer at a consulting firm in Melbourne from 2019 to 2023. She has been teaching civil engineering and engineering mathematic subjects at the University.

In person attendance is encouraged however if you need to join online please join via this link: https://unimelb.zoom.us/j/85482137689?pwd=ASduaD6kbu9D3T8dxcRG0xzqoUIgiM.1

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