Revitalizing the Sustainable Development Goals through the Circular Economy
Master, PhDArticleConcepts of Sustainability and SDGs, Development Economics, Sustainable Economy Transformation, Sustainable Value Chain Management and Circular Economy< 1hPatrick Schroeder, Jack Barrie
Students learn how circular economy principles can advance sustainable development goals. Develops understanding of policy mechanisms and systemic changes needed for sustainability transitions.
Suitable for policy courses or advanced sustainability classes focusing on economic transformation. Compatible with modules about SDGs or sustainable economic systems.
Faculty should emphasize the five priority areas identified for action. Consider using the paper’s analysis of circular economy impacts on specific SDGs for structured discussions or assignments.
Includes detailed policy recommendations and metrics that can support deeper analysis.
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