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Implementing the Circular Economy for Sustainable Development
Presents the concept, facts, and implementation needs of a circular economy
Hans Wiesmeth (Author)
9780128217986
Paperback, published 26 November 2020
326 pages
23.4 x 19 x 2.1 cm, 0.66 kg
"Circular economy (CE) is a mainstream concept, yet a quick glance is enough to understand that its definition and application is heterogenous, and highly context dependent. What is the difference between the economy as we know it and the circular economy? And what are its boundaries? The book “Implementing the circular economy for sustainable development? addresses these questions and beyond, giving a comprehensive and detailed overview both on the theory and on practical applications of CE, thus supporting those who approach the topic for the first time and those wishing to acquire in-depth knowledge. Overall, this book examines all the aspects that can determine the success or failure of the CE application; the theoretical discussion is complemented with the analysis of both specific IEP pillars and single case studies. Anybody who wants to learn about circular economy in theory and practice may benefit from it, as the content is highly technical, but the language is easy-going. The book is recommended for professionals, consultants, policy makers and researchers. Master students may benefit from it as well." --Detritus, Volume 17, 2021
Implementing the Circular Economy for Sustainable Development presents the concept of the circular economy with the goal of understanding its present status and how to better implement it, particularly through environmental policies. It first tackles the definition of a circular economy in the context of sustainability and the differences in defining the concept across disciplines, including its fallibilities and practical examples. It then goes on to discuss the implementation of a circular economy, including the increasing variety of technological, mechanical, and chemical procedures to contend with and the need for stakeholder support in addition to improved business models. The second half of the book, therefore, presents tools, approaches, and practical examples of how to shape environmental policy to successfully implement a circular economy. It analyzes deficiencies of current regulations and lays the groundwork for the design of integrated environmental policies for a circular economy. Authored by an expert in environmental economics with decades of experience, Implementing the Circular Economy for Sustainable Development is a timely, practical guide for sustainability researchers and policymakers alike to move more efficiently toward a circular economy and sustainable development.
1. Introduction Part I: The Circular Economy – Concept and Facts2. The Circular Economy – Understanding the Concept3. The Circular Economy in Literature and Practice4. Circular Economy – A Hierarchy of Leaders and Followers5. Environmental Regulations with a View on the Circular EconomyPart II: Integrating the Economy and the Environment6. Economic Foundation of a Circular Economy7. Allocating Environmental Commodities8. Behavioural Environmental Economics9. The Economics of Implementing a Circular EconomyPart III: The Circular Economy in a Technological Context10. The Technological Environment of a Circular Economy11. Technology and Information12. The Rebound Effect and Path Dependencies13. The Digital Transformation – An Ongoing Process Part IV: Features of Environmental Policies14. Environmental Policies for Implementing a Circular Economy15. Environmental Standards16. Market-Oriented Policy Tools17. Holistic Policy Approaches18. The Economics of the Waste HierarchyPart V: Implementing a Circular Economy19. Where are We on the Road to a Circular Economy?20. Packaging Waste in a Circular Economy21. WEEE and ELV in a Circular Economy22. Climate Change Mitigation in a Circular Economy23. Plastics in a Circular Economy24. Textiles in a Circular Economy Part VI: Concluding Remarks25. Circular Economy - A Summary in Times of Corona
Subject Areas: Sustainable agriculture [TVF], Waste treatment & disposal [TQSR], Environmental science, engineering & technology [TQ], Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology [THX], The environment [RN], Environmental economics [KCN]
