The circular economy : conceptual and theoretical framework

الملخص EN

In the world of limited resources, there is an urgent need to develop new economic models, among them is the circular economy model, an economy that has no place for waste and does not produce pollution.

Therefore, we have tried through this paper to identify the origin and concept of the circular economy, its principles and objectives of transition to it, in addition to mentioning the obstacles to its application on the one hand, On the other hand, we made a strategic diagnosis of the circular economy through the SWOT matrix and in the end, we concluded that The circular economy aims is to use resources in different and more effective ways, through recycling, reduction and reuse of material resources and the use of waste as a resource.