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The Surprising Thing I Learned Sailing Solo Around the World

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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TED Courses Sustainability Courses Circular Economy Courses Economic Models Courses

Course Description

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey with Dame Ellen MacArthur in this 17-minute TED Talk as she shares profound insights gained from her solo sailing expedition around the world. Discover how this remarkable voyage reshaped her perspective on global economic systems, revealing the interconnectedness of cycles and the finite nature of resources. Explore MacArthur's bold proposition for viewing economic structures through a circular lens, emphasizing the impact of present decisions on future sustainability. Gain a fresh understanding of resource management and the potential for a more sustainable economic model inspired by the lessons learned from a solitary circumnavigation of the globe.

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The surprising thing I learned sailing solo around the world | Dame Ellen MacArthur


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