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Why Repair Culture Must Return to Our Cities

By Amb. Canon Otto, Convener, Global Sustainability Summit & Founder, CleanCyclers There was a time when broken did not mean useless. Across our cities and communities, people repaired what they owned. Shoes were stitched. Radios were fixed. Clothes were adjusted and redesigned. Household items were maintained, not discarded. This culture of repair was not just…

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Before You Buy: The Sustainability Questions Every Consumer Should Ask

By Amb. Canon Otto, Convener, Global Sustainability Summit & Founder, CleanCyclers In today’s world, buying something has become incredibly easy. With a few clicks or a quick visit to a store, we can acquire almost anything we want. Yet behind every product we purchase lies a long story — a story of raw materials, energy,…

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The Dark Side of Electric Vehicles

Mining, Labour, Waste Batteries, and the Sustainability Gaps We Rarely Discuss By Canon Otto Convener, Global Sustainability Summit, Founder, CleanCyclers Contributor, SustainabilityUnscripted Electric vehicles are often presented as the moral endpoint of climate responsibility. Drive electric. Cut emissions. Save the planet. The narrative is simple, compelling—and dangerously incomplete. As the global transition accelerates, it…

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Sustainability Fatigue: Why People Are Tuning Out — and How to Reignite Action

An Honest Reflection on Burnout, Greenwashing, and the Power of Authentic Systems Change By Amb. Canon Otto Convener, Global Sustainability Summit Founder & Systems Advocate, Cleancyclers There is a quiet exhaustion spreading through the sustainability movement. People care about the climate. They care about waste, pollution, inequality, and the future of their children. Yet…

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Recycling: What Are the Odds?

Recycling has become a cornerstone of environmental sustainability efforts worldwide. It promises to reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and mitigate the environmental impact of human activities. However, despite its widespread promotion, the effectiveness and efficiency of recycling are often questioned. What are the odds that recycling truly makes a significant difference, and what challenges does…

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