Hierarchy view
circular economy
Description
Description
The circular economy aims to keep materials and products in use for as long as possible, extracting the maximum value from them while in use and recycling them at the end of their life cycle. It improves resource efficiency and helps to reduce the demand for virgin materials.
Alternative Labels
resource-efficient economy
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
cross-sector skills and competences
Relationships
Broader concepts
Narrower skills
Essential for
design engineer
food technician
product development engineering drafter
waste treatment engineer
recycling specialist
alternative fuels engineer
food technologist
environmental programme coordinator
marine mechatronics technician
clothing CAD patternmaker
sustainability manager
environmental engineer
Concept URI
Status
released