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The concept of the circular economy dates back several decades, but it wasn’t until the late 1970s when it began to take hold and gain momentum. Today, the economic system that focuses on eliminating waste and the unnecessary use of resources has been instrumental in the effort to reduce dependency on natural resources, many of which are becoming scarce. Developed by German chemist Michael Braungart and American architect Bill McDonough, the circular economy pursues four main goals:
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