Regions, Cities and the Circular Economy
Theory and Practice
Editors:
Sébastien Bourdin, Professor of Economic Geography, EM Normandie Business School and Chairholder of the European Chair of Excellence “Circular Economy and Territories”
André Torre, Professor of Regional Economics and Head of Research, University of Paris-Saclay, INRAE, France
Eveline van Leeuwen, Professor of Urban Economics, Wageningen University & Research and Scientific Director, Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions, the Netherlands
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
About the Book
This timely book presents a theoretical and practical reflection on the circular economy and its potential to reduce, reuse and recycle for the world of tomorrow. Investigating how to avoid resource depletion, it provides an in-depth study into how cities and regions have engaged with this concept in an effort to enhance resource efficiency and minimise environmental damage.
An array of expert contributors emphasise the critical role of individuals and communities in transitioning toward a circular society, establishing the importance of local actions alongside stakeholder and societal engagement. The critical impact of policymaking and collaborative efforts in fostering circular economic activities is also examined, including comparisons of regional approaches and the development of inclusive strategies to address challenges. Regions, Cities and the Circular Economy further analyses the key drivers and issues when safeguarding natural resources, reducing waste and energy usage, and fostering an ecologically virtuous and socially equitable society.
This engaging book is an essential read for scholars of geography, economics and urban and city planning. It is also an excellent resource for policymakers and those making key organisational decisions at both local and national levels.
Publication Date: 5 December 2024 ISBN: 978 1 03531 640 3 Extent: 324 pp
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