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Join us at the Circular City Exchange at Plus X Innovation to explore how two entrepreneurs turned circular ideas into real-world products—and what they learned along the way. Discover how circular thinking can spark innovation, overcome challenges, and lead to solutions that benefit both people and the planet. Paris May – Founder of Sustainable Ply Paris is reimagining how materials are made, used, and reused. Sustainable Ply pushes the boundaries of design and manufactur

Exploring Brighton's Local Circular Economy in Action. Circular Brighton & Hove Co‑Founder Steve Creed recently led MSc International Business and Development students from the University of Sussex on a “walkshop” through the city, as part of their Business Activity and Sustainable Development module. The walkshop brought theory to life, showcasing how Brighton’s independent businesses are applying circular economy principles: designing out waste; keeping resources in use; r

As the UK moves toward a circular economy, reuse organisations are proving their worth—not just through carbon savings, but through creating jobs, tackling digital exclusion, and reducing waste. Yet many of these benefits remain “invisible” in traditional reporting. This session introduces the principles and tools behind Social Value measurement and shows how they can help your organisation evidence wider impact, attract funding, and strengthen public sector bids. Drawing on

How Tech-Takeback's circular approach keeps technology in use and communities connected. On October 14th 2025, Microsoft will officially...

Image from the mapping event depicting attendants discussing circular businesses and initiatives . Eight months ago, Circular Brighton &...

Tuesday, September 30 · 5 - 7pm Plus X Innovation Brighton Lewes Road Brighton and Hove BN2 4GL Discover how circular thinking can boost sustainability, cut costs, and strengthen your business. Join us to explore practical ways to reduce waste, reuse resources, and create value through local supply chains. Hear insights from the Universities of Brighton and Sussex, Circular Brighton & Hove, and Restaurants Brighton, with real examples of cost savings, customer loyalty, and im

A new chapter for a community that helped bring the circular economy to life in our city.