OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Cities and Regions Synthesis Report

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Cities and Regions Synthesis Report
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2020-10-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9264976124

Cities and regions play a fundamental role in the transition from a linear to a circular economy, as they are responsible for key policies in local public services such as transport, solid waste, water and energy that affect citizens’ well-being, economic growth and environmental quality. This synthesis report builds on the findings from 51 cities and regions contributing to the OECD Survey on the Circular Economy in Cities and Regions and on lessons learnt from the OECD Policy Dialogues on the circular economy carried out in Groningen (Netherlands), Umeå (Sweden), Valladolid (Spain) and on-going in Glasgow (United Kingdom), Granada (Spain), and Ireland.

The Circular Economy in Groningen, the Netherlands

The Circular Economy in Groningen, the Netherlands
Author: OECD
Publisher: Org. for Economic Cooperation & Development
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020
Genre: Economic development
ISBN: 9789264649729

This case study presents the state of the art of the circular economy in Groningen, the main challenges for designing a circular economy strategy and the ways forward for the city's circular transition.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Ireland

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Ireland
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2022-04-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9264332421

Ireland is at a turning point for the transition to a circular economy. The 2022 Whole of Government Circular Economy Strategy provides the policy framework for the circular economy in the country, and the forthcoming Circular Economy Bill is expected to strengthen waste and circular economy legislation.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Tallinn, Estonia

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Tallinn, Estonia
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 93
Release: 2023-06-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9264938796

This report provides the main components of existing circular economy initiatives promoted in Estonia and in the city of Tallinn, key challenges and policy recommendations to help the city develop its long-term vision on the circular economy, setting targets for the future.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Granada, Spain

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Granada, Spain
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2021-05-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9264510346

While the COVID-19 crisis has put many economic activities on hold, notably tourism, a pillar of Granada’s economy, it has also created a momentum towards more sustainable production and consumption patterns, in line with carbon neutrality goals.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Glasgow, United Kingdom

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Glasgow, United Kingdom
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2021-11-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9264337172

The transition to a circular economy in Glasgow is part of a broader journey of the city aiming to transition from being one of the greatest industrial places in the world back in the 19th century, to becoming a carbon-neutral city by 2030. The 2020 Glasgow Circular Economy Route Map seeks to enable a system where people can access local jobs and where green business practices contribute to achieving zero carbon goals.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Umeå, Sweden

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Umeå, Sweden
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 87
Release: 2020-03-31
Genre:
ISBN: 9264739114

This report aims to support the city of Umeå in becoming the leader in the circular economy as stated in its strategic plan for 2016-2028. This is in line with the Swedish Government’s objective to strengthen society’s transition to a resource-efficient, circular and bio-based economy.

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Valladolid, Spain

OECD Urban Studies The Circular Economy in Valladolid, Spain
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD Publishing
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2020-03-31
Genre:
ISBN: 9264813551

The transition to the circular economy for the city of Valladolid, Spain represents an opportunity for greater attractiveness and competitiveness, while providing responses to environmental challenges. The city of Valladolid aims to be a reference as a sustainable city, reducing waste, lowering the use of raw materials and increasing the use of renewable energy while stimulating economic growth and social well-being.

The Circular Economy in Groningen, the Netherlands

The Circular Economy in Groningen, the Netherlands
Author: Organisation de coopération et de développement économiques
Publisher:
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2020
Genre: Environmental policy
ISBN: 9789264484382

The City of Groningen is the biggest urban centre of a prevalently rural region and hosts the youngest population in the Netherlands. The presence of renowned universities, the high number of students and a fast growing start-up scene alongside a vibrant business and innovation environment, make Groningen a knowledge hub for the region. Since the Dutch national cabinet decided to phase out natural gas production by 2022, Groningen has intensified its regional leading role in the energy transition aiming to become energy neutral by 2035, according to which the energy demand is met entirely by renewables. In 2018, the Municipal Council took the unanimous decision of making the circular economy a priority for the city, identifying three priority areas: public procurement, waste and knowledge. This case study presents the state of the art of the circular economy in Groningen, the main challenges for designing a circular economy strategy and the ways forward for the city's circular transition.