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Women in Circularity® founder and author, MaryEllen Etienne, is thrilled to announce her upcoming book, "Women in Circularity: Stories of Innovation and Resilience in the Circular Economy". Here is a sneak peek at the table of contents. More to come.
About the Book
The book sets out to create a roadmap for action in circularity, drawing together lessons, frameworks and stories from across sectors and around the globe. Readers will find narratives at the intersection of strategy and heart — exploring how leadership shapes policy, how behavior change drives impact and how business innovation, environmental action and social change are deeply interconnected. Readers will also encounter career transformations, hard-won breakthroughs and the real tensions of scaling impact. MaryEllen's hope is that the book goes beyond celebrating achievements to fuel what's possible next in the circular economy.
About the Author
MaryEllen Etienne, founder and author of the Women in Circularity®, MaryEllen Etienne is a director of market development for the US Green Building Council, a board member for the National Recycling Coalition, a co-founder of Donify USA and a co-developer of TRUE. She has over 20 years of experience in sustainability and is a champion of the circular economy.
Chapter 1: An Introduction: to the Circularity Movement
Purpose and Inspiration: Overview of the Women in Circularity® series and its dedication to spotlighting women leaders advancing the circular economy.
Series Overview: How each story highlights unique pathways and challenges in creating a sustainable, circular economy.
Brief history of the Circular Economy
Chapter 2: Early Adopters of the Circular Economy
Building Circular Frameworks
Local to Global Leadership
Sustainable Design and Circularity
Chapter 3: Strategic Shifts and Career Transformations
Bringing Circularity to Global Corporations
Advocating for Zero Waste Policies
Sparking Creativity in Environmental Education
Chapter 4: Innovation in Circular Economy Across Industries
Policy Advocacy and Plant-Based Products
Circular Solutions for Food and Packaging Waste
Sustainable Materials Management in Island Communities
Chapter 5: Leadership and Vision for Circularity
Strengthening Statewide Circular Economy Efforts
Innovating Recycling and Zero Waste Policies
Linking Waterway Advocacy and Waste Reduction
Chapter 6: Education, Behavior Change, and Community Impact
Social and Behavioral Science in Circularity
Backyard Composting and Community Education
Supporting Circular Startups and Innovation
Chapter 7: Business Leadership and Scaling Circularity
Strategizing Reuse within Organizations
Implementing Large-Scale Zero Waste Programs
Building a global network for community repair events.
Chapter 8: Reuse Leadership and Environmental Equity
Creating Local and Global Reuse Networks
Deconstruction for Workforce Development
EPR Compliance and Recycling Solutions
Chapter 9: Insights and Inspirations for Future Generations
Community Building Through Reuse and Deconstruction
Driving Climate-Conscious Manufacturing
Pioneering Circular Economy in Green Buildings
Chapter 10: The Road Ahead in Women-Led Circularity
Reflections and Future Goals: The continuing journey to support and expand women’s leadership in circularity.
Empowering a New Generation: Resources, tools and advice for those inspired to make a difference in the circular economy.
💡 Important Note: “Women in Circularity®” is the intellectual property of MaryEllen Etienne. All uses of the name or format must be licensed and/or approved by her.
