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The Circular Economy in the European Union
The implementation of the circular economy will entail a major transformation from a resource-destroying, linear economy to a circular one that operates within the planet’s regenerative boundaries. This book presents an interim assessment of the implementation of a circular economy in the EU. It reveals what achievements have been made in various EU institutions, but which are scarcely perceived by the public; which basic scientific principles can be applied in this context; and what NGOs are demanding beyond this progress. It provides convincing arguments for abandoning the “hamster wheel” of material-based satisfaction of our needs, and shows that the primacy of the economy stands in the way of a good life for all. Given its focus, it will appeal to everyone interested in an ecologically sustainable economic system.
Observations on the Castrati in Britain
This book highlights the experiences of castrato singers in Britain during the long eighteenth-century. These singers stood apart from traditional cultural and sexual norms of the period by nature of their altered bodies. The work investigates the fears surrounding the possibility of Catholic influence in the nation, and the ability of sensual Italian operatic music to feminize the male population and weaken the country’s leaders. The castrato as a possible romantic rival to “normal” men is also discussed, while the contributions of the castrati to cultural leadership in the areas of teaching, concert direction and social influence are examined. This book will appeal to music historians and those interested in cultural and gender studies.
Place-Based Sustainability
Global challenges instigated by climate change and urbanisation are driving research seeking appropriate and effective strategies for social, economic, and environmental sustainability. While technical advancements are a major focus for sustainable development, there are important research avenues that explore the relationship of place and sustainability from a number of perspectives. Place-based sustainability research identifies activities and initiatives that need to be layered and integrated with technological advances, but also help drive them. This research can facilitate the well-considered steering of sustainable development and practices, the essence of stewardship of place. This vo...
Factor X
This book describes and analyses necessities for a more resource-efficient world. It discusses solutions for a more sustainable use of natural resources, addressing decision-makers and experts from the fields of policy development, industry, academia, civil society, and the media. The book presents strategies, concrete ways and examples of achieving more sustainable resource use in practice. Following on from two previous titles published on Factor X by the Umweltbundesamt (German Environment Agency), entitled “Factor X: Policy, Strategies and Instruments for a Sustainable Resource Use” (2013) and “Factor X: Re-source – Designing the Recycling Society” (2014), this book further inv...
Kreislaufwirtschaft in der EU
Die Implementierung der Kreislaufwirtschaft bedeutet eine große Transformation von einer ressourcenvernichtenden, linearen zu einer enkeltauglichen, zirkulären Wirtschaftsweise. Sie ist nicht konzipiert ohne Wachstum auszukommen. Allerdings ist die Postwachstumsökonomie, wie sie einige Autoren zu Recht fordern, derzeit politisch nicht anschlussfähig. Progressive Wissenschaftler empfehlen seit Jahrzehnten Dienstleistungen statt Produkteigentum, Sharing- und Reuse-Modelle und eine generelle Abkehr vom Wachstumsparadigma, um unsere imperiale Lebensweise auf ein sozialökologisch vertretbares Maß zu reduzieren. Dieses Buch stellt eine Zwischenbilanz zur Implementierung einer Kreislaufwirtschaft in der EU dar. Es wird offengelegt, was sich, öffentlich weitgehend nicht wahrgenommen, in den EU-Institutionen getan hat, welche wissenschaftlichen Grundlagen vorhanden sind und was NGOs darüber hinaus fordern. Renommierte Autoren liefern überzeugende Argumente für den Ausstieg ausdem Hamsterrad der materiellen Bedürfnisbefriedigung und zeigen auf, dass das Primat der Wirtschaft einem guten Leben für alle im Wege steht.
Konsumtrottel
Sie manipulieren uns mit ihren Werbetricks, bauen in ihre Produkte Sollbruchstellen ein und wenn wir etwas reparieren lassen wollen, sagen sie, dass es sich nicht mehr auszahlt. Wir spielen mit, weil es alle tun, und merken nicht, dass wir die Konzerne immer reicher machen und wir selbst die Dummen sind. Denn so bekommen wir zu schlechte Ware für zu viel Geld. Ein System, das auch noch die Umwelt belastet, egal, ob die neue Waschmaschine ein Ökoprogramm hat oder nicht. Denn das ist auch nur ein Trick.
Older People in Working Life
Retaining the over-55s in the labour Market is seen as being increasingly important for the sustainability of the social security system. However few countries have managed to reverse the trend of earlier retirement. This study sets out the background to the demographic changes and their implications for the workforce. It then examines the practice in 15 EU Member states.
EQUAL Success Stories
The 30 EQUAL projects presented in this publication are organised by theme, and each story includes an index to show which of the different EQUAL principles are best illustrated by the project.
