Reuse in Retail: Circular Economy Breakfast
This event is exclusive to BRC Retail Members and by invitation only.
Join industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators for a focused morning exploring reuse and the circular economy in retail. The event features keynotes from Defra, insights from BRC, and real-world case studies, followed by a panel discussion tackling both challenges and opportunities for reuse across the retail sector. Attendees will gain practical takeaways, connect with peers, and discover new partnership opportunities to drive sustainable change in retail.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Actionable Insights from Industry Leaders
Retail members will hear directly from government, retail, and reuse experts—including Defra and leading retailers—on the latest developments and practical approaches to implementing reuse and circular economy strategies in retail.
Real-World Case Studies and Collaboration
The event features examples and case studies from retailers actively working on reuse initiatives, fostering open discussion and collaboration on what’s working, what’s challenging, and where support is needed.
Navigating the Evolving Regulatory Landscape
Members will gain clarity on current and upcoming regulations promoting reuse, with opportunities to discuss implications and share perspectives with policymakers and peers.
Building Partnerships for Sustainable Change
This breakfast provides a platform to connect with peers, innovators, and potential partners, enabling attendees to discover new opportunities and practical solutions for advancing reuse and circularity in retail.
Agenda
- 09:00 – 09:30 Arrival and Networking
Informal coffee and networking opportunity - 9:30 – 9:35 Welcome and Introduction
- 9:35 – 10:30 – Presentations
Keynote: Emma Bourne OBE – Defra - Circular economy taskforce and reuse
BRC overview and intro to retail and reuse space
Member presentation: James Bull – Tesco, Retailer Reuse Packaging - 10:30 – 10:55 – Panel Discussion
Challenges and opportunities of reuse in retail
Retail members and industry experts discuss the key challenges and emerging opportunities, discussion to focus on what’s working well, what support would be needed, what needs to change, Q&A - 10:55 – 11:00 – Closing Comments
- 11:00 – 11:30 – Optional Networking Coffee
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