When talking about the cycling of flows is the relevant scale, at what time, space and social context does it start to make sense to close loops? Should closing loops locally always be the solution or might collaboration on a regional, national or even continental scale be beneficial?

This talk focuses on the 4-step approach Metabolic takes to address these questions and follows the principles of the circular economy through different layers from national analysis on material flows to the concrete application of circular design principles on the building level.

Speaker: Nico Schouten, Metabolic

Nico joined Metabolic as a Green Building Consultant. He focuses on the implementation of circular principles and system thinking in building projects, working with architects to create clear frameworks on how to design and realize the circular buildings of the future.