Panel - Engineering biology for a circular economy

Engineering biology for a circular economy: How can we seize the opportunities and benefits in this new industrial revolution? A panel discussion with researchers, business, and government, followed by questions and answers.

How can this fast-advancing field accelerate the transition to a circular economy economy? What is needed to support adoption and scale up of the technology to capture commercial opportunities and deliver co-benefits for environment, economy and society?

The panel sessions consist of a moderated panel discussion with researchers, business, and government, followed by time for questions and answers.

Moderator: Dr Lucy Wishart, University of Edinburgh

Speakers:

Kerry Dinsmore, Principal Science Advisor at Scottish Government Environment and Forestry Directorate

Prof Louise Horsfall, University of Edinburgh

Dr Michael Picard, University of Edinburgh

Prof Stephen Wallace, University of Edinburgh

Additional speakers and details to be announced.

With the panel sessions we aim to:

• showcase University of Edinburgh expertise in climate and environment

• highlight opportunities and barriers to key sustainability transitions

• inspire action and collaboration to accelerate change

We invite attendees to contribute their questions and perspectives during the time for questions and answers.