The relationship between trade and material flows is examined by viewing theglobal economy from the perspective of international material-product chains(MPC). The international MPC covers the complete lifecycle of a material or aproduct in two or more regions, including extraction, production,...

The transition towards a more resource efficient and circular economy has broad linkages with international trade through the emergence of global value chains as well as trade in second-hand goods, end-of-life products, secondary materials and waste. Despite of the potential linkages between...

1. Introduction: examining the concept of the circular economy Terry Tudor and Cleber JC. Dutra SECTION I The need for and challenges surrounding circularity 2. Natural resources. Consumption, pollution, and health risks: developed versus developing economies Giovanni Vinti and Mentore Vaccari...

Introduction: Examining the concept of the circular economy / Terry Tudor and Cleber JC. Dutra -- SECTION 1. The need for and challenges surrounding circularity -- SECTION 2. Measuring and implementing circularity -- SECTION 3. Policy and legislative considerations -- SECTION 4. Sharing...