S7E13: Driving Circular Economy Transformation with Christian van Maaren and Anne Rademaker

HappyPorch Radio: Circular Economy & Technology

Welcome back to a new episode of Season 7!

In this episode we interview incredible guests Christian van Maaren, founder and CEO of the Excess Materials Exchange and Anne Rademaker, an independent adviser and consultant in the Circular Economy space.

We continue the theme of zooming out to gain a higher perspective on the transition to a Circular Economy. Christian and Anne discuss the passion and personal motivation driving individuals in this field, emphasising the importance of collaboration and collective action. The conversation delves into the work of the Excess Materials Exchange, which uses machine learning to connect buyers and sellers of secondary materials.

The guests express their dedication to the Circular Economy and the challenges they face in making the transition happen. They draw inspiration from the tenacity of visionaries in history and the opportunity to shape the future.

Tune in to hear about the passion, challenges, and collaborative efforts involved in transitioning to a Circular Economy and the importance of persistence and tangible actions in making this transformation a reality!