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Alice Casiraghi is a designer in the circular economy, an expert in sustainable food systems and climate tech, and a master lecturer on how to rethink business for a greener future.
Alice isn’t just talking about sustainability — she’s redesigning the way we think about waste, business, and the world around us. Instead of fixing problems after they happen, she believes we need to stop creating them in the first place.
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Takeaways from Alice’s episode:
1️⃣ Why recycling won’t save us — and what will
Recycling is the last resort, not the solution. The real game-changer? Designing waste out of the system from the start.
2️⃣ Business needs a circular rethink
Most businesses focus on profit first and impact later. The future belongs to those who make sustainability profitable from day one.
3️⃣ Consumers, companies, and governments are all connected
It’s not just up to individuals or businesses. System-wide change needs all three working together, from policy shifts to better business models.
4️⃣ The economy isn’t broken, it’s outdated
Our post-WWII growth model was built for a different time. Now, we need to rethink how we produce, consume, and design everything.
5️⃣ Stay curious or stay stuck
The biggest barrier to change? Not asking questions. Challenge assumptions, look outside your industry, and rethink what you take for granted.
In this episode we cover:
00:00 Introduction to Alice Casiraghi
03:17 A Passion For Design & Sustainability
04:19 Challenges in Sustainability and Circular Economy
06:21 The Historical Context of Climate Change
09:53 Starting Points for Sustainable Design
11:38 Recycling: A Misunderstood Solution
14:14 Innovative Reuse Initiatives
18:10 The Role of Legislation in Sustainability
23:32 Collaboration Over Competition in Global Sustainability
28:21 The Meat Debate: Veganism vs. Sustainable Practices
32:34 The Feminist Perspective on Animal Farming
33:29 The Environmental Impact of Fishing Practices
34:35 Consumer Responsibility in a Profit-Driven Industry
36:21 The Role of Citizens, Government, and Businesses
40:10 Education and Reskilling for Sustainability
43:03 Rethinking Business Models for Sustainability
46:57 Habits For Sustainability
51:19 Lessons from Space for Earth Sustainability
56:30 Global Innovations in Sustainability
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