How far can circular economy practices contribute to a carbon-neutral Europe? The case of flat glass production in the construction sector [Resumo]

Barbosa, Juliana; Simoes, Sofia; Aloini, Davide; Zerbino, Pierluigi; Mabroum, Safaa; Montalbano, Giammarco; Lima, Ana Teresa

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Montalbano, Giammarco

Lima, Ana Teresa

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ABSTRACT: The construction sector heavily relies on non-renewable resources for energy and materials. Addressing this, Circular Economy (CE) is frequently suggested as a means to foster sustainable growth while reducing global emissions. Yet, the actual impact of CE in the long term is still uncertain due to limited empirical evidence and various factors that may hinder its widespread adoption. Indeed, the transition to CE might necessitate a substantial transformation in production capabilities, supply chain modifications, the phasing out of existing capital, and investment in new technologies and facilities.

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Circular economy Carbon neutrality Construction materials Glasses Europe

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http://hdl.handle.net/10400.9/4467

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Barbosa, J., Simoes, S., Aloini, D., Zerbino, P., Mabroum, S., Montalbano, G. & Lima, A.T. (2024) How far can circular economy practices contribute to a carbon-neutral Europe? The case of flat glass production in the construction sector. In: icRS 2024: International Conference on Resource Sustainability, Abstract Book, Bangkok, Thailand, 5-8 November, 2024. Paper ID 238