Hosted at Edinburgh Napier University’s Centre for Business Innovations and Sustainable Solutions (CBISS), and led by our Circular Economy, Sustainable Consumption and Supply Chains theme lead, Professor Eoin Plant-O’Toole PhD , this focused and practical session will explore how Scotland can take the lead in driving a sustainable, circular future.

Over two hours, you’ll hear from leading voices, including:

 ✅ Leah Gallacher – The Scottish Government Circular Economy Division, setting the broader Scottish CE context

 ✅ Sophie Rippinger – Freelance Circular Economy Advisor & Dr Alex Speakman – NHS Lothian, sharing practical applications of the Earth Centred Business Design Framework with EVA Biosystems

 ✅ Colin Brown – Sustainability Connects, on embedding sustainability in practice

You’ll gain:

 🌱 Insights into Scotland’s circular economy strategy

 🌱 Practical tools and frameworks like Earth Centred Business Design

 🌱 Real-world examples you can apply in your own organisation

The event will close with a networking session – your chance to connect with professionals, policymakers, and innovators who are committed to creating a sustainable future for Scotland.

📅 Date: 16th September

 📍 Venue: Craiglockhart Campus, Edinburgh Napier University (Room 3/09)

 ⏰ Time: 10:00 – 12:00

✨ Whether you’re a business leader, policymaker, academic, or student – this is your opportunity to gain practical tools, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections.