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Gaelle Legrand
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Digital Video and Social Producer, CNBC
Liverpool, Lyon
Beats
Impact , Human Rights, Identities , Activism, Social Good , Innovation, Medical Humanitarian Aid
Finance, sport, motoring
Content
134 million tons of textiles will be wasted annually by the end of the decade. What if we could recycle it instead?
By Gaelle Legrand Verified| CNBC Verified When polyester was invented, the goal was to create a durable and resistant fabric that could retain its colour and shape — without wrinkles. Almost 85 years later, polyester is everywhere. According to standards body Textile Exchange, polyester is the clothing industry's most popular fabric. About 49% of clothing contains the synthetic fabric. Unfortunately, polyester is not biodegradable.
About 35,000 pieces of space debris are flying around our Earth — meet the Swiss partnership determined to clear it up
By Gaelle Legrand Verified| CNBC Verified Every week, about 50 satellites are launched into space. This number is expected to grow rapidly over the next few years, and with it, an increased risk of collisions — creating debris. These collisions would create problems for us on Earth — whether that be through taking down communications, transport or even banking systems. But one team in Renens, Switzerland is actively working to find a solution for Earth's space junk problem, through a world-first initiative: ClearSpace Mission-1.
By Gaelle Legrand Verified| CNBC Verified What if you could capture energy from the dance floor? It was an unconventional idea conceived and brought to life by two Scottish business leaders from completely different sectors. The result was Bodyheat, a heating and cooling system which captures the heat produced by patrons at the iconic SWG3 venue in Glasgow, Scotland - and then stores it underground until it needs to be reused.
Company Info
CNBC
CNBC, or the Consumer News and Business Channel, is a prominent global business news television channel that launched on April 17, 1989. Founded by former NBC President Bob Wright, CNBC aims to provide viewers with insights into how business events impact their lives and finances. The network has grown to become the world's leading business news media company, reaching over 450 million consumers each month. CNBC offers a variety of services, including 23 hours of live TV programming each weekday, featuring popular shows like *Squawk Box* and *Fast Money*. It operates a 24/7 digital platform that delivers real-time news, analysis, and market data through its website and mobile apps. Additionally, CNBC provides subscription-based services for exclusive content and hosts numerous business events and conferences for networking among executives and thought leaders. With a global presence and more than 20 bureaus worldwide, CNBC also tailors its content for regional audiences through channels like CNBC Asia and CNBC Europe.
Los Gatos, California, United States