Commentary

Crucial Role of Circular Economy in Accelerating Climate Action

An editorial piece in Urban Update argues for integrating circular economy principles in education and policy framework to foster sustainability.

Date Published
21 Aug 2024
Author
Anupam Khajuria
Read the article

On 21 August 2024, Urban Update published an opinion piece by Anupam Khajuria (Research Fellow and Academic Associate, UNU-IAS) discussing the role circular economy can play in advancing climate action. Urban Update is an English-language monthly magazine reporting on day-to-day urban affairs and covering Indian and global cities.

The piece argues that by integrating circular economy principles into education and policy framework, we can foster a culture of sustainability and resilience. 

Excerpt:  

By integrating Circular Economy concepts into educational curricula, we can equip future generations with the knowledge and skills needed to implement sustainable practices. Educational initiatives can help individuals understand the importance of resource efficiency and encourage them to make informed decisions regarding their consumption patterns.

The full article is available on the Urban Update website and in print (August 2024 edition).  

Related content

Journal Article

Circularity and no regrets? Multi-sector interaction in circular open innovation ecosystems in building and construction

This publication was released as part of the UNU-FLORES focus area Sustainable Buildings and Constructions.

23 Jun 2026

Event

Launch of the 2026 Environmental Performance Index

Reflecting on 25 years of environmental benchmarking while looking ahead to the future of sustainability governance.

-