The shift to a circular economy is key to building a sustainable and resilient future. Instead of the old “take, make, throw away” approach, the circular economy keeps materials in use for as long as possible, reducing waste and protecting resources.
This report shows how cities and regions are leading the way in making this shift happen. Local governments are in a powerful position to create the right rules, build partnerships, and support businesses and communities to adopt circular practices.
It also looks at how new EU initiatives, like the Circular Economy Act and the New European Bauhaus, are pushing circular solutions even further.
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This report showcases 13 projects covering eight fields, namely, biodiversity and ecosystem, clean energy, clean water, sustainable transportation, solid waste treatment, sustainable consumption and production, green buildings, and corporate social responsibility.
The case study details the use of the SOURCE platform to strengthen Ukraine's capacity for sustainable infrastructure.
This is the third Environmental Performance Review of Ireland. Ireland’s progress in delinking the economy from environmental pressures has been uneven in the last decade. Encouraging businesses and households to take action is key.
This Country Planning Framework (CPF) outlines the five-year program and joint commitment that the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and the Government of Nepal (GoN) have pledged to achieve in the period 2017-2021.