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Introduction to the Circular Economy An Integral Dimension of Sustainable Development.

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1 Introduction to the Circular Economy An Integral Dimension of Sustainable Development

2 The Old View Before, production was considered to be a linear process Inputs go in, and waste comes out

3 The Changing View Production should not be a linear process, but a circular one Reusing natural resources and regenerating natural capital is integral for SD

4 The Benefit of Going “Circular” It is estimated that the total value of savings of going “circular” is $700 billion world-wide In Egypt alone it could create billions of EGP in value

5 The Concepts Related to the Circular Economy The Circular Economy is based on several pillars, namely the following: – Waste is Food – Diversity – Renewable Energy – Systems Thinkins

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9 Diversity Why Diversity can be considered a Strength? How Diversity fits into the Circular Economy

10 Renewable Energy Garbage as a Renewable Source of Energy Alternative sources of Energy to ensure a Circular Economy

11 Systems Thinking Understating Systems Thinking ESD promoting Systems Thinking

12 HUSD and the Circular Economy HUSD is always working to promote a sustainable future The Institute of Applied Cradle to Cradle Design

13 Consumption Reducing our consumption and our footprint for the circular economy In this economy, consumption won’t matter

14 Small ways to move towards this economy Reducing waste Improving Recycling Methods Tackling major cultural issues

15 The Complexities of the Circular Economy The complexity of systems The complexity of diversity The complexity of a revolving economy

16 The Workshops There will be four workshops named: – Cradle to Cradle Systems – The Value of Waste – Efficiency in the Circular Economy – Education in Systems Thinking

17 Questions?

18 Thank You


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