General Article Circular economy: definition, importance and benefits

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The circular economy: find out what it means, how it benefits you, the environment and our economy.

The European Union produces more than 2.2 billion tonnes of waste every year. It is currently updating its legislation on waste management to promote a shift to a more sustainable model known as the circular economy.

But what exactly does the circular economy mean? And what would be the benefits?

What is the circular economy?

The circular economy is a model of production and consumption, which...

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