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1. Waste Management and Circular Economy

Authors : Suhaib A. Bandh, Fayaz A. Malla, Shahid A. Wani, Anh Tuan Hoang

Published in: Waste Management in the Circular Economy

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Waste management and the circular economy are two interrelated concepts that promote sustainable approaches to environmental sustainability. The former aims to reduce environmental risks, waste production, and waste disposal through recycling, reuse, and proper disposal. Meanwhile, the latter seeks to create sustainable products, reduce waste, and increase efficiency to address environmental, economic, and social challenges. In a circular economy, the principles of designing out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating natural systems are essential. By adopting these principles, we can create a closed-loop system for recycling and transforming waste into new products, which reduces our environmental footprint, creates jobs, and supports eco-friendly industries. Waste management plays a crucial role in the circular economy. It enables us to create a sustainable system that reduces waste and transforms it into new products. This, in turn, helps to reduce our environmental impact, create jobs, and support the growth of eco-friendly industries. The three Rs of the circular economy—reduce, reuse, and recycle—are fundamental principles that guide our actions. By reducing waste through minimal packaging and energy-efficient appliances, we can effectively reduce our environmental impact. Recycling offers numerous benefits, including energy savings, job creation, and reduced raw material costs. Waste management and the circular economy are two critical concepts that promote sustainable approaches to environmental sustainability. By adopting these principles, we can create a more sustainable future for ourselves and future generations.

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Title: Waste Management and Circular Economy
Authors: Suhaib A. Bandh
Fayaz A. Malla
Shahid A. Wani
Anh Tuan Hoang
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Book: Waste Management in the Circular Economy
Print ISBN: 978-3-031-42425-0

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-42426-7

Copyright Year: 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-42426-7_1

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