228: Cynthia Power | Circular Economy In Fashion And Beyond

Countless clothing items are produced every single day, and when they get worn out or destroyed, they simply pile up in landfills. Cynthia Power is raising awareness about circular economy to address this alarming problem, maximize the lifespan of products, and greatly minimize waste. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she brings her knowledge as a circular programs expert to discuss how the fashion industry can ditch the Make-Use-Dispose Model and focus more on the sustainable repair economy. She explores how current technologies are being employed to level up resale programs and recycling processes. Cynthia also shares practical tips on how to be mindful of your consumption and start your own sustainable clothing.About Guest:Cynthia is a circular-programs expert with 17 years of experience. She previously managed EILEEN FISHER Renew for many years before working at a tech-resale startup. She now works independently across the circular supply chain to enable a circular economy, including building and scaling resale, reuse and recycling programs. Cynthia loves storytelling and building community, which she does with The Untangling Circularity Podcast and member cohorts.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-power-24963513/Guest Website: https://moltevolte.com Guest Social: https://untanglingcircularity.square.site/https://www.instagram.com/untanglingcircularityAdditional Resources Mentioned:Sustainability In The Fashion Industry: What You Need To Know With Britt HowardRegenerative Wool With Caroline PriebeFast Fashion and How to Style Sustainably with Caroline Priebe of The Center for the Advancement of Garment MakingFURTHER READING on Fast Fashion & CircularityFibershed by Rebecca BurgessFashionopolis by Dana ThomasUnraveled: The Life & Death of a Garment by Maxine BedatShow Notes: Final VideoCynthia And The Untangling Circularity Podcast - 03:57Journey From Fashion To Software - 05:41Understanding The Concept Of Circular Economy - 13:50Circular Economy In The Fashion Space - 21:09Using Technology In Circular Economy - 36:21How To Start Your Own Sustainable Clothing - 42:02Predicting The Future Of Circular Economy - 53:25Recommended Resources And Podcasts - 58:38Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words - 01:03:27JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we’ll plant a tree in your honor!🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we’ll plant another tree🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet. Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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