Patrick Schröder

Patrick Schröder

Patrick Schröder is a senior research fellow in the environment and society program at Chatham House. He specializes in research on the global transition to an inclusive circular economy, with a focus on closing the investment gap and the contribution of circular approaches to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Latest Articles

Opinion: Globalizing the circular economy at Stockholm+50

Opinion: Globalizing the circular economy at Stockholm+50

over 3 years ago // Environment

The need for a global vision and road map for a just and inclusive circular economy should be formally recognized at Stockholm+50 on June 2-3, with commitments to initiate such a process thereafter.

Opinion: Why we need to fund the circular economy

Opinion: Why we need to fund the circular economy

over 4 years ago // Environment

Investing in the informal economy of waste pickers, recyclers, and repair and could play a pivotal role in tackling the global waste crisis — and help stem poverty.

Opinion: A green recovery won't happen by accident — here's how to get our investments right

Opinion: A green recovery won't happen by accident — here's how to get our investments right

over 5 years ago // Environment

The post-coronavirus recovery will only be green and equitable if we can build international consensus and coordination. Here's how "green recovery" can be more than a glib phrase.