Circular economy in Europe — Developing the knowledge base

Publication Created 07 Dec 2015 Published 18 Jan 2016
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The report describes the concept of the circular economy and outlines its key characteristics. It draws attention to both the benefits and challenges in transitioning to such an economy and highlights possible ways to measure progress.
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Publication Created 07 Dec 2015 Published 18 Jan 2016
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EEA Report No 2/2016
The report describes the concept of the circular economy and outlines its key characteristics. It draws attention to both the benefits and challenges in transitioning to such an economy and highlights possible ways to measure progress.

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