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Coffee Break – Facilitating a Transition to a Circular Economy in the Built Environment
July 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am
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This month’s Coffee Break will provide a comprehensive overview of an ongoing PhD research endeavor focused on the concept of the circular economy, examining tailored strategies for circular economy transitions and shedding light on the diverse scales and directions of circular economy implementation. Additionally, the talk highlights the utilization of systems-based approaches such as system dynamics modeling to inform policy interventions.
FEATURED SPEAKER: Radwa Eissa, PhD student at Missouri University of Science and Technology
Radwa Eissa has a Bachelor’s degree in Building Engineering and a Master’s degree in Construction Engineering and Management. She is a recipient of the Kummer Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctoral Fellowship at Missouri University of Science & Technology. Radwa’s research is enriched by a diverse background encompassing sustainable practices, construction joint ventures, and the application of game theory principles. Radwa’s current PhD focus centers around accelerating circular economy transitions for a sustainable built environment. Her research aims to explore innovative strategies and approaches to drive the adoption of circular economy principles, fostering sustainability throughout the value chain of the construction industry.
Need a break? Or a quick face-to-face with your green building community? New thoughts, ideas, and conversation to jump start your day? Join your Green Buildings Are Better community every 3rd Friday on Zoom for a quick (free) coffee break discussing green building and sustainability hot topics with local and national featured guests!
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