Bio-based, circular economy just on the horizon, says GDI
A bio-based economy is just around the corner, a new study by the Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute (GDI) has suggested, given recent technological breakthroughs.
Circular Economy
The circular economy is an economic model that aims to eliminate waste and keep products and materials in use for as long as possible through strategies such as reuse, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing and recycling. Moving away from the traditional linear “take, make, dispose” model, the circular economy helps reduce resource consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions and improve resource efficiency, making it a cornerstone of corporate sustainability and climate action.
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