Sustainability (Except it's only the Circular Economy) Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are the principles of the Circular Economy?
A
- Cycling of Materials
- Energy from renewable resources
- Human activities support ecosystems
- Connected systems, waste from one fuels another
- Design products for extended use and end of life reuse
- Optimum over Maximum
- Diverse Systems
2
Q
How can we change land use to apply the Circular Ecnonomy?
A
- Urban developments can include gardens, parks and green spaces for wildlife colonisation
- Agri-environmental schemes
- Sustainable forestry
- Site restoration after mineral extraction
3
Q
How can we manage resources to apply the Circular Economy?
A
- Water conservation
- Increase reserves using new low-temp processes
- Extend product lifespan
- Replaceable parts and batteries
- Reduced unnecessary use
- Include natural processes in food production
4
Q
How can we control pollution in line with the Circular Economy?
A
- Industrial synergy
- Change internal combustion to fuel cells
- Desulfurized or low-sulfur fuels
5
Q
How can we use energy supplies in line with the Circular economy?
A
- Renewable energy sources
- Better storage and transport methods
6
Q
Why is a diverse system ideal?
A
Diverse technical systems are more stable (e.g. multiple renewable energy sources is more stable than relying on one)
