This study investigates the relevance of the circular economic system for emerging economies – and the poorest people in those countries – on the basis of recent experience in Brazil. It presents evidence to suggest that emerging economies can implement an economic model that is better both for society and for the environment. It also highlights the role the government can play in helping existing production chains to adopt the circular production model.
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Closing the loop
The benefits of the circular economy for developing countries and emerging economies
2016 Available in Portuguese and English
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