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This paper, The Macroeconomics of the Circular Economy Transition, reviews the existing literature on modelling the macroeconomic consequences of the transition to a circular economy.

This briefing note highlights and recommends further actions the government should take to enhance the effectiveness of its efforts to develop a circular economy.

The report, From Niche to Norm, provides the experts' view on the opportunities offered by a 'systemic approach to eco-innovation and circular economy' in terms of jobs, growth, and resource efficiency in Europe.

By 2050, about 70% of the world’s population will live, commute and work in urban areas. Between now and then, cities and suburbs will undergo significant transformations to create sustainable living conditions for their residents. Mobility and energy are the twin pillars of these transformations, and both will require radical adaptation to meet demographic and economic growth without increasing congestion and pollution. Cities will require mobility and energy solutions that are sustainable, affordable, secure and inclusive, and integrated with customer-centric infrastructure and services. Thus, the convergence of energy and mobility is critical.

These are exciting times in which new technologies allow people to rethink the way they live in a more sustainable and efficient manner. Smart mobility. Smart water. Smart grid. Smart integration. These are the foundations of tomorrow’s cities, which are being realized today.

Early engagement with the disclosure of climate risks and opportunities enables companies to get ahead of forthcoming regulations, particularly in Europe. It allows them to anticipate and respond to investor concerns, and play an active role in shaping the field and establishing the standards that will eventually become the norm. This EBRD-GCECA report, Advancing TCFD Guidance on Physical Climate Risks and Opportunities, aims to inform and support early adoption efforts of this kind, recognising that the field is evolving rapidly and that best practices will emerge over time.