Exploring the Doughnut Economy

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What are the key principles of a circular economy?

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Key principles of a circular economy include designing for longevity, maintaining product value, promoting reuse and recycling, and creating closed-loop systems.

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How does the circular economy differ from a linear economy?

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The circular economy focuses on sustainability and resource efficiency, while the linear economy is based on a one-way consumption model.

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What role do sustainable business practices play in the doughnut model?

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Sustainable business practices help balance ecological limits and social needs in the doughnut model.

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Name a company that exemplifies sustainable business practices.

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Patagonia

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What is the economic impact of adopting the doughnut model?

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The economic impact includes enhanced sustainability, equitable resource distribution, and long-term resilience.

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How does the doughnut model address environmental sustainability?

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The doughnut model addresses environmental sustainability by advocating for a balance between ecological limits and social needs.

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What are the social equity goals within the doughnut economy?

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The social equity goals within the doughnut economy include ensuring access to essential resources, promoting fair distribution of wealth, eliminating poverty and inequality, and fostering a thriving society.

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How can businesses measure their social impact?

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Businesses can measure their social impact through surveys, SROI analysis, KPIs, case studies, and third-party assessments.

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What challenges do businesses face when implementing circular economy principles?

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Challenges include supply chain changes, technology needs, high initial costs, resistance to change, regulatory issues, and consumer awareness.

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In what ways can consumers support the doughnut economy?

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By choosing sustainable products and supporting local economies.