Market-based approaches can be effective in facilitating a more circular economy.

Government leadership is needed to incentivize a more widespread adoption of circular economy principles, including through the support of businesses that employ them.

Collaboration and leadership from all parts of society - academia, business, NGOs, and government - is essential to solve today's complex global challenges. No single sector can address issues like climate change and inequality alone.

Progress will be achieved through incremental continuous improvement, not overreaching plans for perfection.