Case Study: Extended Producer Responsibility in the Philippines Read more about Case Study: Extended Producer Responsibility in the Philippines This presentation gives an overview of the brief history of the EPR Law in the Philippines and how and when it started.
Policies for a Circular Economy Read more about Policies for a Circular Economy This presentation gives an overview of the components of a circular economy policy that will make it a “good” policy(e.g., just transition, social inclusion, gender equality, and circular economy).
Case Study: Circular Economy in the People’s Republic of China Read more about Case Study: Circular Economy in the People’s Republic of China This presentation gives an overview of the brief history of the CE policies in the PRC and what has inspired the policies/legal frameworks to be passed.
Maria Hughes Keywords circular economy plastic solid waste management global plastics treaty Read more about Maria Hughes Maria Hughes is an Associate Programme Management Officer at the UNEP Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific. In her work, she focuses on accelerating circularity and sustainable consumption and production in collaboration with regional and global partners. Before joining UNEP, Maria gained experience in accelerating the circular economy on a global level through the World Circular Economy Forum and by working with a network of stakeholders from the public and private sectors. Maria has a Master’s Degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of Turku, Finland.
Progress on the Global Plastics Treaty: Updates from the 4th International Negotiating Committee Session Read more about Progress on the Global Plastics Treaty: Updates from the 4th International Negotiating Committee Session This presentation gives an overview of the GPT, where it is now, the topics discussed in the INC4, and how can ADB support DMCs during the intersessional period.
Opportunities for Support in the Global Plastics Treaty Read more about Opportunities for Support in the Global Plastics Treaty This presentation gives an overview of the investment opportunities and areas for ADB country support concerning the implementation of the treaty.
Opportunities in the Global Plastics Treaty for Asia and the Pacific Addressing Plastic Pollution for Climate Benefits (Circular Economy Webinar Series Session 25) Read more about Opportunities in the Global Plastics Treaty for Asia and the Pacific Addressing Plastic Pollution for Climate Benefits (Circular Economy Webinar Series Session 25)
The Challenges of Applying Circular Economy Principles to Food Waste and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Read more about The Challenges of Applying Circular Economy Principles to Food Waste and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment This presentation gives an overview of practical experiences in applying circular economy principles to food waste and electrical wastes.
Elvis Au Keywords circular economy food waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment environment CE ADB plastic pollution global plastics treaty Read more about Elvis Au Professor Elvis Au, BBS, is currently an Adjunct Professor at the University of Hong Kong, teaching circular economy, sustainable waste management, and carbon neutrality, among others. He is the former Deputy Director of the Environmental Protection Department of the HKSAR Government and the former President of the International Association for Impact Assessment. He has over 40 years of experience (including 32 years in the Government) in environmental protection and sustainability.
The Challenges of Applying Circular Economy Principles to Food Waste and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment in Hong Kong, China (Circular Economy Webinar Series Session 24) Read more about The Challenges of Applying Circular Economy Principles to Food Waste and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment in Hong Kong, China (Circular Economy Webinar Series Session 24) The session covered the challenges and opportunities of circular economy in the Asian context and discussed Hong Kong, China’s practical experiences in applying circular economy principles to food waste and waste electrical and electronic equipment. Note: In this presentation and video, ADB recognizes "Hongkong" and Hong Kong" as Hong Kong, China.