Walter R. Stahel

Qu es la Econom a Circular? La Econom a Circular plantea un cambio del modelo de producci n y consumo global actual, hacia un desarrollo sostenible, teniendo en cuenta los aspectos econ micos, ambientales y sociales. A diferencia de la Econom a Lineal de Tomar-Producir-Usar-Tirar, la Econom a Circular considera que los recursos disponibles no son infinitos, y por ello se centra en alargar la vida til de los productos, reducir la producci n convirtiendo productos en servicios, prevenir la contaminaci n y generaci n de residuos, y extraer las materias primas de los residuos que no se puedan evitar. La Econom a Circular es, por tanto, un aliado perfecto en el camino hacia la Sostenibilidad, ya que ofrece nuevas oportunidades de negocio sostenibles especialmente en el mbito local y regional, aunque tambi n a nivel nacional y global. Qu encontrar s en este libro? En este libro, Walter R. Stahel presenta de manera accesible los aspectos clave de la Econom a Circular, junto con algunas de las ideas m s recientes sobre el tema y su aplicaci n a nivel industrial. Se trata de una gu a perfecta para cualquier persona que desee conocer los fundamentos de la Econom a Circular de la mano de uno de los principales referentes mundiales en la materia. Contenido Pr logo de la versi n en espa ol Introducci n Cap tulo 1 - Circularidad, Sostenibilidad y Trabajo en la Econom a Circular. Cap tulo 2 - La Econom a Industrial Circular: abundancia de nuevas oportunidades para pasar de la producci n de bienes a la producci n de servicios. Cap tulo 3 - El ciclo de las existencias de productos f sicos: la era de la R - el propietario decide. Cap tulo 4 - El ciclo de las existencias de material

A Circular Economy seeks to rebuild capital, whether this is financial, manufactured, human, social or natural, and offers opportunities and solutions for all organisations. This book, written by Walter Stahel, who is widely recognised as one of the key people who formulated the concept of the Circular Economy, is the perfect introduction for anyone wanting to quickly get up to speed with this vitally important topic for ensuring sustainable development. It sets out a new framework that refines the concept of a Circular Economy and how it can be applied at industrial levels. This concise book presents the key themes for busy managers and policymakers and some of the newest thinking on the topic of the Circular Economy from one of the leading thinkers in the field. Practical examples and case studies with real-life data are used to elucidate the ideas presented within the book.

A Circular Economy seeks to rebuild capital, whether this is financial, manufactured, human, social or natural, and offers opportunities and solutions for all organisations. This book, written by Walter Stahel, who is widely recognised as one of the key people who formulated the concept of the Circular Economy, is the perfect introduction for anyone wanting to quickly get up to speed with this vitally important topic for ensuring sustainable development. It sets out a new framework that refines the concept of a Circular Economy and how it can be applied at industrial levels. This concise book presents the key themes for busy managers and policymakers and some of the newest thinking on the topic of the Circular Economy from one of the leading thinkers in the field. Practical examples and case studies with real-life data are used to elucidate the ideas presented within the book.

Whether you are undertaking the exercises for your own purposes or with the intent of completing a certification course in sustainable development, this workbook will be of help. The companion text for this publication is The Sustainable Business: A Practitioner's Guide to Achieving Long-Term Profitability and Competitiveness (2nd edition). Read the companion text thoroughly before beginning this workbook. Follow a step-by-step approach using the 7-P Roadmap to Sustainability Model and work your way through the seven sections that comprise the companion text (Preparation, Processes, Preservation, People, Place, Product and Production). This workbook focuses on Waste Elimination. A forthcoming workbook will focus on Resource Extension. This workbook will increase your knowledge and understanding, subject-specific skills and personal and transferable skills.