Circular Economy: Principles, Policy Frameworks and Strategic Potential

Vincenza Vota ()
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Vincenza Vota: University of Insubria

Chapter 3 in Corporate Sustainability and Circular Economy, 2026, pp 75-99 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract The chapter introduces the circular economy as an alternative systemic model to the linear paradigm, explaining its theoretical foundations, key principles (eco-design, regeneration, efficient use of resources) and environmental, economic and social benefits. One section is dedicated to European regulatory developments, from the CEAP to the Circular Economy Package II, to national plans and the PNRR. It highlights how circularity represents a strategic infrastructure for industrial competitiveness, resilience and resource security.

Keywords: Circular economy; Linear model critique; Eco-design; CEAP; EU circular policies; Resource efficiency; Regeneration (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-17439-0_3

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