Environment & Ecology
Circular Economy
Circular Economy articles for UPSC exam preparation under Environment & Ecology.
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Articles on Circular Economy
Role of Biomaterials in Advancing Sustainable Manufacturing
In News Biomaterials are becoming a central focus in the development of materials for products as nations transition to more sustainable manufacturing methods. Biomaterials Biomaterials are materials derived wholly or partly from biological sources, or engineered using biological processes, that are designed to replace or interact with conventional materials. They are increasingly used across sectors such as packaging, textiles, construction, and healthcare.
Finland to Hold Road Shows on Circular Economy in India
Context Ahead of India hosting the World Circular Economy Forum 2026, Finland will conduct roadshows in major Indian cities to promote circular economy awareness and explore business opportunities. What is Circular Economy? The circular economy (CE) is a model of production that prioritises waste reduction or elimination at all stages of the product life cycle, from raw materials extraction and manufacturing to disposal and reuse.
Public Procurement of Green Steel
In News The Indian government is finalising a green steel procurement policy, potentially mandating that 25% of public steel purchases be low-emission green steel. What is Green Steel? It refers to steel produced using low-carbon technologies, primarily by replacing coal-based blast furnaces with hydrogen-based direct reduced iron (DRI) processes or electric arc furnaces powered by renewable energy.