Circular Economy and Waste Valorisation: Theory and Practice from an International Perspective

The authors and editors of this volume argue that the intensive growth of global industrialization and urbanization is putting immense pressure on material resources, leading to low efficiency, waste, and environmental pollution. To achieve sustainable development, it is necessary to improve resource efficiency and transition to a circular economy and waste valorization. This book provides an in-depth description of these concepts, their measurement and assessment, and the pathways and prospects for achieving them.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 247 pages
Publication date: 25 August 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The authors and editors of this volume assert that the rapid growth of global industrialization and urbanization, coupled with the consumption of various resources and materials such as energy, minerals, and water, is exerting immense pressure on material resources. Moreover, the extensive utilization of materials has resulted in low efficiency, leading to significant waste and environmental degradation, which has hindered the sustainable development of the economy and society. To achieve sustainable development, it is imperative to enhance resource efficiency and explore circular economy and waste valorization as viable alternatives. This book aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of circular economy and waste valorization, evaluate their implementation in different regions and countries, and establish technological pathways and a roadmap for achieving sustainable development. Specifically, the book covers the following aspects: 1. Conceptions and Theories: Explains the concepts and definitions of circular economy and waste valorization, their interrelationships, and their contributions to sustainable development. 2. Policy and Practice: Assesses and measures the performance or sustainability of circular economy and waste valorization initiatives. 3. Pathways and Prospects: Identifies and prioritizes the barriers, strategies, technologies, and pathways required for achieving circular economy and waste valorization. The book systematically and thoroughly introduces the definitions, concepts, framework, and interconnections of circular economy and waste valorization, analyzes and evaluates their performance and sustainability, and offers valuable insights.

Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031047275
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022