What does Ellen MacArthur Foundation do?

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a UK-registered international charity and think tank established in 2010 by Dame Ellen MacArthur. Its mission is to accelerate the transition to a circular economy, focusing on eliminating waste, circulating products and materials, and regenerating nature. With offices in Brazil, Brussels, China, the US, and the UK, the Foundation employs over 200 people who collaborate with businesses, policymakers, academia, and institutions worldwide. The Foundation operates through five key areas: education, business and government collaboration, insight and analysis, communications, and creating a platform for impact. It promotes the principles of designing out waste, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating nature. Notable initiatives include the New Plastics Economy, Make Fashion Circular, and various campaigns in the food and finance sectors. The Foundation serves as a thought leader and solutions activator, working to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution through systemic change.