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This WIKI documentation provides an overview of the Circular Economy Stylized Models developed by the partners of the CIRCOMOD project. It provides a brief description of the models, their Circular Economy features and their significance in climate mitigation. It also provides external links for further reading. This documentation supports the analytical framework of the CIRCOMOD project and stands for the deliverable 1.2 of the project.

The Circular Economy and Climate Mitigation

The Circular Economy aims at redefining the traditional linear economy of "take-make-dispose" into a closed-loop system where waste is minimized and resources are kept in use for as long as possible. It involves redesigning products, processes, and business models to prioritize sustainability, with a focus on reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and creating value from waste materials.

The Circular Economy can play an important role in climate change mitigation by helping in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. By reducing waste, reusing products, and recycling materials, it reduces the need for extracting raw materials and producing new goods, which in turn reduces energy consumption and associated emissions. Additionally, the Circular Economy encourages the use of renewable energy and the development of new low-carbon technologies.

The Circular Economy is an essential tool for addressing climate change, as it provides a framework for achieving sustainable development and reducing our impact on the environment. Transitioning to a circular economy will reduce waste and pollution, conserve resources, and create a more resilient and sustainable future.

R words coverage

R words coverage (Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle, and Recover) and their role in defining the core principles of CE

Stylized Models Gallery

• CIRCEE, Fondazione CMCC

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