# 196 - Circularity day 1 recap with Cory Connors

- Show: [People of Packaging](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging)
- Published: 2023-06-07
- Length: 13m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors
- Listen: https://encase.substack.com/p/196-circularity-day-1-recap-with

## Summary

Adam Peek and Cory Connors recap Day 1 of the Circularity 23 conference in Seattle, focusing on the momentum behind reusable packaging and the circular economy. They discuss the logistical complexities of implementing reuse systems, citing Bold Reuse’s operations at Portland’s Modus Center and potential applications for Delta Airlines and airport hubs. The conversation highlights the importance of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, featuring Washington Governor Jay Inslee, and notes the growing energy around sustainable initiatives in the Pacific Northwest.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors#t=0) Introduction: Circularity 23 Conference Recap
- [1:48](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors#t=108) Overview of Reusable Packaging Sessions
- [3:35](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors#t=215) Stakeholder Complexity and Circular Economy Challenges
- [5:21](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors#t=321) Bold Reuse at the Modus Center and Airline Opportunities
- [7:45](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors#t=465) Logistical Realities of Airport Reuse Systems
- [9:22](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2023-06-07-196-circularity-day-1-recap-with-cory-connors#t=562) Governor Inslee, EPR Laws, and Seattle's Sustainability Culture

## Topics

- [Sustainability & circular products](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sustainability-and-circularity)
- [Design for manufacturing & NPI](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/design-for-manufacturing)
- [Policy, trade & tariffs](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/policy-trade-and-tariffs)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Better Packaging (company)
- Codapaxi (company)
- Bold Reuse (company)
- Modus Center (other)
- Delta Airlines (company)
- Hyatt Regency (company)
- Boomerang Water (company)
- Washed Ashore (company)
- Google (company)
- Apple (company)
- Dude Wipes (company)

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