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Introduction to the Circular Economy An Integral Dimension of Sustainable Development
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The Old View Before, production was considered to be a linear process Inputs go in, and waste comes out
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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
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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
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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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Diversity Why Diversity can be considered a Strength? How Diversity fits into the Circular Economy
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Renewable Energy Garbage as a Renewable Source of Energy Alternative sources of Energy to ensure a Circular Economy
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Systems Thinking Understating Systems Thinking ESD promoting Systems Thinking
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HUSD and the Circular Economy HUSD is always working to promote a sustainable future The Institute of Applied Cradle to Cradle Design
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Consumption Reducing our consumption and our footprint for the circular economy In this economy, consumption won’t matter
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Small ways to move towards this economy Reducing waste Improving Recycling Methods Tackling major cultural issues
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The Complexities of the Circular Economy The complexity of systems The complexity of diversity The complexity of a revolving economy
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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
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Questions?
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