Circular Economy Introduction
What is The Circular Economy?
The Circular Economy (CE) is an innovative approach to production and consumption that aims to minimize waste, extend the lifecycle of materials, and promote sustainable resource use. Unlike the traditional linear model of “take, make, dispose,” CE focuses on designing products for longevity, reusing materials, and regenerating natural systems. By implementing circular strategies—reduce, reuse, repair, repurpose, recycle, refurbish, remanufacture—businesses and communities can reduce environmental impact, drive economic efficiency, and foster long-term sustainability. This transition is essential for tackling global challenges like resource scarcity, climate change, and waste management while creating new opportunities for innovation and value creation.
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This modular online course supports the real-world application of circular economy principles in key sectors such as food, textiles, batteries, packaging, and smart cities.
Structured into three main parts, the e-learning course covers circular economy principles, the application of the DECIDE Toolbox (including tools such as ADOxx, BPMN, e3Value and Vensim), as well as real-world case studies developed through the project’s TANDEM methodology.
The course includes short, focused lessons, step-by-step tool tutorials, interactive exercises, and self-assessment components.
