Barry
O’Kane
Circular Hope: agility and technology for a regenerative circular economy
If we are to successfully tackle major issues such as climate change, rampant waste and biodiversity loss, we must evolve beyond the current, linear economy model of take-make-waste, to one that is circular. We have the opportunity to transform how we manage resources, how we make and use products, and what we do with the material afterwards.
Technology - created and implemented with love, attention to context and an agile mindset - is a vital enabler for this transformation.
This lightning talk is just a little inspiration about how circular economies offer a way to rethink our connection to nature, the challenges of global social inequality and the impact of our complex supply chains. And how this is a place for a little hope
Sept 18th @ 10:50am - 11:00pm EST/16:50pm - 17:00pm CEST
About the Speaker
Barry is a software engineer, leader, and entrepreneur with over 20 years' experience. He founded HappyPorch to create web and software solutions that support the shift to a regenerative, circular economy. Barry champions the role of thoughtful technology in addressing global challenges and enabling sustainable business innovation.