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From the deep abyss to the surface, making the ocean economy a circular model won't be easy. Intensive fishing, decarbonization of ports and sea highways, clean energy production, and new frontiers in deep-sea mining are just some of the open topics to make the Blue Economy, as defined by Gunter Pauli, based on ecosystem regeneration in a logic of abundance and autonomy.

As technology advances, waste from electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) is steadily increasing, especially small items. Often abandoned in cupboards and drawers, they are a valuable source of raw materials. Systematically collecting and recycling them is important both ecologically and economically: they contain precious metals, extracting which requires complex processing, and other materials that fall in the critical raw materials category. Improving the collection of this waste is therefore very important for the circular economy.

The transport sector is one of the biggest emitters of air pollutants after industry. Within it, the freight sector, which predominantly uses heavy diesel-powered vehicles, is a critical point, but also one of enormous potential, particularly if incorporated into intermodal transport and sustainable development.

Innovation, long-term vision, multidisciplinarity. Three aspects that simultaneously become necessary to abandon the "old" linear economy model and define the characteristics of the new generations of entrepreneurs. As evidence of the advancing new era, here are 5 under 30 individuals who are contributing to revolutionizing the world of the circular economy.

At the core of Africa's sustainable development challenge lies a multifaceted puzzle, where the crucial pieces of water, energy, and food deeply intertwine. These elements are the linchpin of progress and prosperity, as well as the backbone of sustainable and climate-resilient communities.