Prince Charles speech to business leaders on working to reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste

The video emphasizes the urgent need to transition to a circular economy, particularly to combat plastic pollution in oceans. It highlights the importance of innovation in product design to promote reuse and sustainability. Workshops and collaboration among businesses are crucial for developing solutions. Leadership and practical actions, such as Unilever's commitment to sustainable packaging, are essential for achieving these goals.

Why is it urgent to transition to a circular economy according to the speaker?

• To improve technology

• To reduce the flow of plastic into oceans

• To increase business profits

• To create more jobs

What is a critical aspect of transitioning to a circular economy in relation to plastics?

• Increasing production

• Encouraging a throwaway mentality

• Innovating product design

• Reducing product quality

What does the speaker suggest about the design phase of a product's life?

• It is only important for marketing

• It should be ignored

• It has no impact on the environment

• It is crucial for the product's environmental impact

What is necessary for finding innovative solutions to rapid decarbonization?

• Increased taxation

• Collaboration between industries

• Government regulations

• Individual efforts

What commitment has Unilever made regarding its plastic packaging?

• To increase plastic use for better durability

• To eliminate all plastic use

• To make it fully reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2025

• To reduce production by 50%