In this TEDx talk, Ambreen explores how some of the most powerful businesses are born from society’s hardest problems. She reflects on how the COVID-19 lockdown exposed a critical contradiction: while cities shut down, waste continued to accumulate, revealing deep gaps in waste management, environmental responsibility, and opportunity. The talk challenges the stigma around waste collection, highlighting the systemic barriers, informal networks, and resistance faced by anyone attempting to formalize the sect ...

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[Music] We've all heard about it before, haven't we. Um, climate change. You know, I first heard of the subject when I was still in primary school.And many years later after completing my metric, you know, I still ask myself where are the results. Where are the tangible results we can actually see and feel in our communities. Because you know, while the world debates, while our leaders sign papers and make statements, there's been a group of people that have been silently and consistently doing all the work ...

Core Insights - The Northeast United States experienced a decline in average prices for nearly all recycled commodities in Q3 2025, with glass and bulky rigids being exceptions [1][4]. Price Trends - The average blended commodity value without residuals was $75.14, a decrease of 21.9% from the previous quarter, while the value with residuals was $60.16, down 27.24% [2]. - Single-stream MRFs saw values decrease by 23.32% without residuals and 28.86% with residuals, while dual-stream MRFs experienced decreases of 17.33% without residuals and 21.76% with residuals compared to the last quarter [2]. MRF Representation - The report included data from 19 MRFs across 12 states, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Virginia [3]. NERC Report Purpose - The NERC report aims to provide a regional overview of price trends and is part of efforts to enhance recycled commodity supply and demand in the Northeast [4]. - The report adopted a new format in 2025, offering average prices for specific commodities alongside aggregate values, highlighting significant declines in most categories except for glass and bulky rigids [4]. Specific Commodity Prices - The average price for bulky rigids was $43.26, reflecting a 93% increase from the previous quarter, although no explanation for this increase was provided [4]. - The average price for PET was $125.58, down 60%, Natural HDPE was approximately $955.31 per ton, down 46%, and OCC averaged about $86.23, down 10% [5]. Company Performance - Casella reported a 29% year-over-year decline in average recycled commodity revenue per ton in Q3, and the company mitigates the impact of low commodity values by adjusting tip fees [7].

Core Perspective - The recycling industry operates on a belief-based system rather than a trust-based system [1] Group 1 - The statement emphasizes the fundamental nature of the recycling system, highlighting its reliance on beliefs rather than trust [1]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful implementation of carbon reduction projects in Sichuan, emphasizing the role of financial institutions like Industrial Bank Chengdu Branch in supporting sustainable development and carbon neutrality initiatives [1][4]. Group 1: Carbon Reduction Projects - Sichuan has fully implemented the new development concept and actively promoted carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals, with the support of financial institutions [1]. - Sichuan Yingu Carbon Sink Recycling Resource Co., Ltd. has successfully developed the first carbon reduction project in the province, achieving over 120,000 tons of CDCER issuance [1][3]. - The company has established a recycling system for waste materials and has been recognized as a pilot enterprise for the "Recycling System of Recycled Resources" by the Ministry of Commerce [3]. Group 2: Financial Support and Innovation - Industrial Bank Chengdu Branch has provided a loan of 4 million yuan to support the "Carbon Benefit Tianfu" mechanism carbon reduction project, demonstrating its commitment to green finance [1][4]. - The bank has developed customized financial service plans linked to the success of carbon reduction projects, offering interest rate reductions upon successful project completion [3]. - The Chengdu Branch has introduced various innovative financial products, including "carbon footprint" loans and regional carbon rights pledge loans, to support carbon neutrality goals [4]. Group 3: Commitment to Sustainable Development - The company plans to donate 80,000 tons of carbon reduction to support the carbon neutrality initiative for the Chengdu World Universiade [4]. - Industrial Bank Chengdu Branch is recognized as a pioneer in green finance, actively promoting sustainable development and contributing to the "Beautiful China" initiative [4].

Core Insights - The partnership between ERI and ReElement Technologies aims to establish a domestic supply chain for refined rare earth oxides from recycled magnet waste, enhancing U.S. capabilities in the rare earth sector [1][2][3] Group 1: Partnership Details - ERI will utilize its international collection network and eight U.S.-based recycling centers to process end-of-life magnet materials, which ReElement will refine into high-purity rare earth oxides [2][3] - This collaboration is expected to create a circular and secure supply chain for rare earth elements, addressing the growing strategic demand for these materials [3][4] Group 2: Production and Technology - ReElement has begun trial shipments of 99.99%+ pure rare earth oxides to commercial and defense partners, with production currently taking place at its Noblesville, Indiana facility [5] - Large-scale commercial output is set to transition to ReElement's 400,000-square-foot facility in Marion, Indiana, starting in early 2026 [5] Group 3: Company Profiles - ReElement Technologies focuses on refining recycled materials from rare earth permanent magnets and lithium-ion batteries, aiming to create an environmentally safe circular supply chain [8] - American Resources Corporation, the parent company of ReElement, is involved in the extraction and processing of critical minerals, including rare earth elements, to support the electrification market [9] - ERI is recognized as a leading material resource recovery company, certified for environmentally responsible recycling and capable of processing over a billion pounds of electronic waste annually [10]

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Core Insights - HyProMag USA has expanded its feedstock supply agreement with Intelligent Lifecycle Solutions, indicating a strategic partnership in the electronics recycling sector [1] Group 1: Company Developments - The expansion of the supply agreement signifies a commitment to enhancing the supply chain for recycled materials [1] - This collaboration may lead to increased efficiency in sourcing feedstock for HyProMag USA's operations [1] Group 2: Industry Implications - The partnership reflects a growing trend in the electronics recycling industry towards sustainable practices and resource recovery [1] - By aligning with a global electronics recycling company, HyProMag USA positions itself to capitalize on the increasing demand for recycled materials in various applications [1]

Core Concept: Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik) - Collaboration & Leverage - The presentation centers around the concept of Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik), emphasizing that "multitude is strength" and highlighting the power of collaboration and leverage in various aspects of life, including business, culture, and politics [2][3][4] - Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik) is presented as a key tool for achieving more together than individuals can alone, enabling resource pooling and problem-solving [6][7] Business Applications of Leverage - Local traders in markets utilize Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik) to collectively import goods, reducing individual costs for agency fees, freight, import duties, and logistics [5][7][8] - Franchise businesses like Chicken Republic and Shoprite leverage the Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik) spirit by partnering with individuals to expand their reach while maintaining standards [9][10] Community Building & E-waste Recycling - The speaker shares a personal experience of using Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik) to build a community that hosts SMFest in Anambra, demonstrating its effectiveness in organizing large-scale events [14][15][16] - Umpire, an e-waste company, embodies the principles of Iụgụ Abịakwụm (Iguabik) by responsibly recycling e-waste and planting an economic tree for every item recycled, promoting environmental sustainability and community benefit [17][18][19][20] Call to Action - Individuals are encouraged to collaborate, share ideas, and support each other's ventures rather than competing [11][12][13] - The audience is urged to recycle their electronic waste through Umpire to contribute to planting economic trees and improving Nigeria [20][21]