Introduction to the Circular Economy

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

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?

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