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Media release: The circular economy is crucial to achieving the Paris climate goals

A circular economy should be an integral part of the agreements made in the Paris Climate Agreement, says Ministry of Infrastructure and Water management of the Netherlands and Sitra in their joint press release.

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Tuula Sjöstedt

Specialist, Communications and Public Affairs

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If we are to achieve the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, the world needs to transition to a circular economy. A circular economy will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by around 20 per cent and should thus be an integral part of the agreements made in the Paris Climate Agreement. The World Circular Economy Forum + Climate is the online conference to draw attention to the importance of a circular economy in reaching the climate goals.

Read more in the joint press release by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water management of the Netherlands and Sitra.

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