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BEYOND RECYCLING
BEYOND RECYCLING
Investment in zero-waste systems presents an opportunity for economic revival and social justice
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a strong economic and social impact. That is why revitalization, job creation and poverty reduction are top priorities for Governments around the world. The health crisis has also triggered the use of single-use products, such as masks or gloves, and has placed plastic as an element of protection against the virus.
Solutions for a circular, low-carbon Europe
The linear model of “take, do, throw” must be kept in the background. Not only is it a wasteful model, but it is also a major contributor to climate change. And the latter’s costs to the world economy are projected to reach $ 54 trillion by the end of the century. But not only will it be an economic crisis, but there will also be social repercussions. Climate change mitigation and adaptation policies are therefore as essential to the future of the economy and society as they are to the environment.
The circularity of the global economy must be doubled to preserve a habitable planet
The next decade is decisive to improve the future of the Earth and, for this, to continue moving towards a circular model is essential. The current economy is only 8.6% circular, which leaves a large gap open, which would be closed by increasing circularity by 8.4%, that is, practically double…
Why do we need universal policy goals on circular economy?
Climate change, pollution and loss of biodiversity. Three major global problems that the circular economy can address. In addition, circularity has many health benefits, thanks to the reduction of environmental impacts, better management of resources and advances in food security. Ultimately, the circular economy is essential to achieving the United…
The waste management sector can generate 2.9 million jobs in Europe
An economy capable of creating employment opportunities is essential. However, it is even more so in times of recession like the present. Therefore, now that both governments and the private sector have opted to invest in “green” or neutral economic recovery strategies, it is important to assess the potential use…
The pandemic breaks the upward trend in waste recycling
The COVID-19 pandemic has penalized many sectors. Among them, the one dedicated to the recycling of waste, since its production and results have been affected by the health crisis. So much so that the trajectory of sustained growth in the volume of recycled waste decreased by 8% in 2020 compared…
Digitalization will offer more efficient waste management in Europe
Digitalization is transforming the way we live, interact and work in the 21st century and is permeating into all areas and sectors, including environmental technology. This progress has allowed a more efficient waste management regime and thus reduce the amount of raw material extracted or imported, avoiding the environmental and climatic…
What is the environmental footprint of the pandemic?
If Internet data traffic continues to increase, by the end of 2021 a forest of approximately 115,000 km2 will be needed to absorb the carbon emitted The COVID-19 pandemic brought with it, almost a year ago, the paralysis of the country. The population was under strict confinement for several months,…
Why the recycling rate of the most recyclable plastic on the market (PET) is not increasing as it should
According to the R-PET industry study by ICIS, the collection volume of post-consumer PET bottles reached 2.2 million tonnes in 2019, an increase of a 5% compared to 2018, which is the highest growth rate recorded in several years. However, the overall collection rate in the European Union increased by…
Why measurement and data are key for companies to transition to a circular economy
Achieve a carbon-neutral, environmentally sustainable, toxic-free and fully circular economy by 2050 at the very latest. This is the goal that the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety Committee of the European Parliament has set itself when it approved the report on the new Circular Economy Action Plan. To this…
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