Waste is a valuable resource and the key to sustainability

By 2050, when net-zero becomes a reality, we will need to have shaped our world where biomimicry and industrial symbiosis are at the heart of the economy, ensuring that resources are used wisely and sustainably, paving the way for a brighter, more resilient planet.

Biomimicry—the term used for engineered solutions that draw inspiration from nature—offers a path forward. While nature alone might not suffice to address all of the waste we've generated, engineered solutions that mimic and speed up organic or inorganic natural processes can play a crucial role, writes Madison Savilow. Image courtesy of Pixabay

Opinion

BY MADISON SAVILOW

June 19, 2024

We live, and have always lived, in a linear economy that produces immense amounts of CO2 and solid waste. This unsustainable model jeopardizes the ability of future generations to access the resources necessary for high-quality living.

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