Circular economy strategies aim to redesign products, processes, and supply chains to minimize waste and use resources more productively. As consumers and regulators hold companies more accountable for sustainability, some companies are exploring circular economy solutions—from new product rental and resale business models to innovative packaging and new uses for waste products. This briefing summarizes the challenges and the promises of the circular economy.

The Circular Economy: What Every MBA Needs to Know

MBAs need to understand the drivers and opportunities for sustainability and be prepared to think about sustainability implications for their business department, no matter where they sit in the company. This briefing highlights key sustainability issues and summarizes some of the most critical risks and opportunities for business. MBA EDGE: Sustainability and Business: What Every MBA Needs to Know