3. Waste Management

This chapter delves into the importance of waste management as a crucial step in transitioning to a circular economy. It examines current waste management practices, highlighting the negative environmental and health impacts of waste, particularly hazardous and electronic waste. The text also scrutinizes the existing legal frameworks, including international conventions and regional regulations, to identify gaps and areas for improvement. A significant focus is placed on the human rights implications of waste management, emphasizing the need for preventive measures to protect human health and the environment. The chapter concludes by integrating the findings on resource depletion and waste management, suggesting that a holistic approach is necessary for an effective transition to a circular economy. Readers will gain insights into the legal, environmental, and human rights aspects of waste management, as well as the potential for a circular economy to address these challenges.