Circular Economy
An economic system designed to keep resources and materials in use as long as possible, minimising waste and maximising reuse and recycling.
Real World
Renault's factory in Choisy-le-Roi, France, remanufactures old car parts — engines, gearboxes, and injectors — back to original specification, saving 80% of the energy compared to making new parts.
Exam Focus
Don't confuse circular economy with recycling alone; always reference the hierarchy: reuse → repair → remanufacture → recycle.
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