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Olivia Smith
Student Ambassador
United States
Student AmbassadorCircular Economy and Sustainable MaterialsUniversity of California, BerkeleyUnited States

Olivia Smith is a passionate student dedicated to advancing sustainability through circular economy principles and innovative material science. With a strong interest in regenerative design, she explores ways to rethink material lifecycles to minimize waste, optimize resources, and develop environmentally responsible solutions. Her academic focus revolves around sustainable design, biodegradable materials, and circular business models that drive real-world impact.

Beyond her studies, Olivia actively engages in collaborative projects, advocating for community-led reuse systems and product-as-a-service models. She believes that transforming industries toward resource-efficient practices is key to long-term sustainability. By joining Sustainability Global, Olivia aims to contribute to scalable solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration and equitable access to sustainable products. Her vision is to champion sustainability as a foundation for innovation, ensuring that responsible production and consumption become an integral part of a thriving global economy.

My mission is to accelerate the transition to a regenerative and resource-efficient economy by rethinking material lifecycles through sustainable design, innovative materials science, and circular business models. As a student passionate about sustainability, I believe in transforming conventional systems to minimize waste and promote responsible resource use.

Through research, collaboration, and advocacy, I seek to drive scalable solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration. I am committed to exploring biodegradable materials, product-as-a-service models, and community-led reuse systems that foster resilience and equity. Engaging with industry leaders, academic institutions, and grassroots organizations, I aim to bridge knowledge gaps and inspire sustainable practices at all levels.

Joining Sustainability Global allows me to connect with changemakers focused on circular economy innovations. My goal is to shape a future where sustainability is embedded in production, consumption, and design, ensuring long-term environmental and social well-being for generations to come.

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Olivia Smith is a passionate student dedicated to advancing sustainability through circular economy principles and innovative material science. With a strong interest in regenerative design, she explores ways to rethink material lifecycles to minimize waste, optimize resources, and develop environmentally responsible solutions. Her academic focus revolves around sustainable design, biodegradable materials, and circular business models that drive real-world impact.Beyond her studies, Olivia actively engages in collaborative projects, advocating for community-led reuse systems and product-as-a-service models. She believes that transforming industries toward resource-efficient practices is key to long-term sustainability. By joining Sustainability Global, Olivia aims to contribute to scalable solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration and equitable access to sustainable products. Her vision is to champion sustainability as a foundation for innovation, ensuring that responsible production and consumption become an integral part of a thriving global economy.

Statement of Interest

My mission is to accelerate the transition to a regenerative and resource-efficient economy by rethinking material lifecycles through sustainable design, innovative materials science, and circular business models. As a student passionate about sustainability, I believe in transforming conventional systems to minimize waste and promote responsible resource use.Through research, collaboration, and advocacy, I seek to drive scalable solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration. I am committed to exploring biodegradable materials, product-as-a-service models, and community-led reuse systems that foster resilience and equity. Engaging with industry leaders, academic institutions, and grassroots organizations, I aim to bridge knowledge gaps and inspire sustainable practices at all levels.Joining Sustainability Global allows me to connect with changemakers focused on circular economy innovations. My goal is to shape a future where sustainability is embedded in production, consumption, and design, ensuring long-term environmental and social well-being for generations to come.

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Student Ambassador
Circular Economy and Sustainable Materials

Olivia Smith is a passionate student dedicated to advancing sustainability through circular economy principles and innovative material science. With a strong interest in regenerative design, she explores ways to rethink material lifecycles to minimize waste, optimize resources, and develop environmentally responsible solutions. Her academic focus revolves around sustainable design, biodegradable materials, and circular business models that drive real-world impact.

Beyond her studies, Olivia actively engages in collaborative projects, advocating for community-led reuse systems and product-as-a-service models. She believes that transforming industries toward resource-efficient practices is key to long-term sustainability. By joining Sustainability Global, Olivia aims to contribute to scalable solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration and equitable access to sustainable products. Her vision is to champion sustainability as a foundation for innovation, ensuring that responsible production and consumption become an integral part of a thriving global economy.

University of California, Berkeley
United States
Best Poster Presentation 2020

My mission is to accelerate the transition to a regenerative and resource-efficient economy by rethinking material lifecycles through sustainable design, innovative materials science, and circular business models. As a student passionate about sustainability, I believe in transforming conventional systems to minimize waste and promote responsible resource use.

Through research, collaboration, and advocacy, I seek to drive scalable solutions that prioritize environmental regeneration. I am committed to exploring biodegradable materials, product-as-a-service models, and community-led reuse systems that foster resilience and equity. Engaging with industry leaders, academic institutions, and grassroots organizations, I aim to bridge knowledge gaps and inspire sustainable practices at all levels.

Joining Sustainability Global allows me to connect with changemakers focused on circular economy innovations. My goal is to shape a future where sustainability is embedded in production, consumption, and design, ensuring long-term environmental and social well-being for generations to come.