187: Saving the Planet, One Circular Economy At a Time with Elin Bergman

Elin Bergman Bio Elin Bergman is the Executive Director of CradleNet Sweden and co-founder of the Nordic Circular Hotspot, alongside her role as Senior Advisor at SUCCESS Stockholm University. With over a decade of leadership in circular economy initiatives, she has transformed Cradlenet into one of the world's oldest and most influential circular economy networks. Beginning her career in the gaming and film industry, Bergman pivoted to environmental work and has since become a leading voice in sustainability and circular economy practices across the Nordic region. She leads weekly "Circular Fridays" educational sessions with 50 member companies, authors influential reports on circular economy implementation, and advocates for policy changes to accelerate sustainable business practices. Her work in promoting circular economy education, business transformation, and resource efficiency has established her as a key figure in Europe's transition to sustainable economic models, particularly in areas of corporate sustainability and circular design. Episode Resources

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