The research was undertaken by International Synergies, a specialist circular economy consultancy, International Synergies CEO Dr Rachel Lombardi will lead the panel discussion, following on a presentation from Stuart Mathieson, Policy & Research Manager at InterTradeIreland.

The panel draws together experts in policy and business across the island to explore the delivery of circular economy principles in strategy and legislation, and how businesses can benefit from these. Discussants joining Stuart Mathieson include Philip Nugent (Assistant Secretary, Circular Economy and Governance, Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications), Heidi Redmond (Circular Economy Advisor, Department for the Economy), Sally O’Kane (Sustainability Consultant) and John Greer (Director of Economic Development, Belfast City Council). Each discussant will have the opportunity to make a short opening statement.

You can get your tickets via the website, www.allirelandsustainability.com, AND as a partner in this year’s event, partners, colleagues and friends can  take £15 off your transaction cost, so just use PARTNERS15 at the checkout, before putting in your payment details.