Digitalization and the Circular Economy: Building Resilience and Sustainability through Policy in the EU

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This project aims to examine the intersection between digitalization and the circular economy, and how this can be utilized to enhance resilience and sustainability through EU policy. The project is aligned with EU policies such as the Circular Economy Package, the 2030 Climate and Energy Framework, the SDGs, and the Industry 4.0 strategy. The general objectives of the project are to understand the potential of digitalization in promoting resilience and sustainability in the EU, analyze EU policymaking in the context of promoting the circular economy and sustainable development, and provide insights into how digitalization can be leveraged to improve resource efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainable business models. It will also incorporate perspectives from various fields such as business, economics, logistics, finance, banking, entrepreneurship, and technology. The project has the potential to help the EU build a more sustainable and resilient economy by contributing to the implementation of EU policies and achieving their targets. The expected outcomes of the project include a comprehensive enhancement of knowledge and understanding by policymakers, stakeholders, and the wider public of the intersection between digitalization and the circular economy, the potential of digitalization in promoting resilience and sustainability in the EU, and insights into how this potential can be leveraged through policy. It will facilitate the development of new business models and value chains that are more sustainable and resilient. The project will also provide recommendations for EU policymakers on how to promote circular economy and digitalization in a manner that supports sustainability and resilience. To conclude, the project is a timely and relevant project and its expected outcomes and impact, along with its interdisciplinary approach, make it a valuable contribution to the field of European integration and the promotion of sustainability and resilience.