Waste Management in the Circular Economy Context explores sustainable waste management within the context of a circular economy through a comprehensive exploration of policies, innovative technologies, and case studies aimed at fostering a greener future. This practical reference book dissects the critical interplay between energy waste management and economic considerations, offering invaluable insights into circular economy frameworks, waste management challenges, regulatory policies, circular business models, consumer behavior transformations, and the design and development of waste heat recovery technologies. Key chapters discuss waste management challenges, policy frameworks, circular business models, consumer behavior shifts, and the development of waste heat recovery technologies.
Further, it digs into practical applications contexts such as municipal waste management, e-waste management, wastewater management, and integrated waste management, culminating in a forward-looking conclusion and future outlook on sustainable waste practices. With a focus on promoting responsible consumption and harnessing innovative technologies like heat pipe heat exchangers, this book serves as a valuable resource for consultants, policymakers, and organizations striving to advance circular economy principles in waste management practices.
- Provides a comprehensive review of current policies and regulatory frameworks pertaining to waste management and the extent to which they reinforce the principles of a circular economy
- Contributes to, and expands upon, existing knowledge of waste management in three main waste streams while also noting sustainable business models with potential business opportunities
- Utilizes real-world case studies to illustrate how innovative technologies can provide circular economy solutions, transforming ‘unwanted’ materials into valuable energy-producing resources
