Economic Performance of Recycling Systems in the Circular Economy
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| Pages: | 4 : 14 |
| Abstract: | The transition to a circular economy heightens the relevance of recycling-system performance from both an environmental and an economic standpoint. This paper examines the economic performance of recycling systems within the circular-economy framework, focusing on the municipal waste recycling rate and the packaging waste recycling rate, which are regarded as key indicators of resource-management efficiency. The findings suggest that improving recycling performance contributes to higher economic efficiency, lower costs associated with waste management, and a stronger transition toward a circular economic model. At the same time, the analysis highlights the presence of structural disparities that constrain the achievement of recycling targets, underscoring the need for coherent public policies and appropriate economic instruments to support long-term sustainability. |
| JEL classification: | Q53, Q56 |
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Q53, Q56
