SDG 12: Advancing Circularity Through Changes in Products, Processes and Policy

This webinar brings together two internationally recognized scholars, **Dr. Sudha Goel** and **Dr. Roberto Rinaldi** whose work contributes to advancing circularity across technological, industrial and societal systems. Although circular economy principles are widely promoted, their practical implementation requires interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence‑based strategies that address material flows, technological constraints and governance structures. Dr. Sudha Goel, Professor of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India specializes in water quality, waste management and sustainable infrastructure, with a strong focus on resource‑efficient systems in rapidly urbanizing contexts. Dr. Roberto Rinaldi, Associate Professor of Sustainable Chemistry at Imperial College, London, UK is known for his pioneering research on lignocellulosic biomass, catalytic transformations and the development of sustainable materials. Their talks will explore how transitions in product design, production processes and policy frameworks can support the shift toward more circular and resource‑efficient systems. The discussion will highlight the importance of interdisciplinary research, technological innovation and governance mechanisms in enabling more sustainable patterns of production and consumption. This session forms part of a broader webinar series dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice related to responsible production and consumption. This webinar is part of the ongoing SDG Talks series curated by the **SDG 12 Working Group**, under the overarching theme **“Sustainable Industries for SDG 12.”** The series highlights critical dimensions of sustainable practices across diverse sectors, showing innovative approaches to responsible production, consumption, and systemic transformation.