#511: Annanya Agarwal on the future of sustainability and waste management in India

“The essence of a circular economy lies in the transformative shift from a disposable mindset to embracing multiple-use perspectives. It's about reinstating the tradition of reusing items that have long served their initial purpose, infusing new life into products and materials."

In this episode of The Shape of Work podcast, we bring to you a riveting conversation with Annanya Agarwal, the CEO and Co-Founder of Runaya. With an extensive decade-long career, he has held pivotal roles across renowned organizations such as Standard Chartered Bank, McKinsey & Company, and Boston Consulting Group. His academic foundation includes a BA in Economics attained from Emory University.

In this episode, Annanya brings a fresh perspective to the resources industry, emphasizing the importance of ESG and carbon neutrality. He shares the transformative journey of Runaya and how their passion for sustainability is shaping the future of the sector. He also enlightens us about the concept of a circular economy, a potent solution for our resource-intensive lifestyle.

Episode Highlights

• What is the concept of circular economy and how to be a leading player?
• How does the resources sector contribute to circular economy practices and sustainability?
• Importance of sustainable waste management in the resources sector
• Highlights India's potential for manufacturing high-quality products at lower costs

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Produced by: Priya Bhatt
Podcast Host: Archit Sethi

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