Circular Bioeconomy: A Sustainable Future for the Planet

Abstract

The circular bioeconomy is a concept that has become very relevant in recent years as a strategy to promote sustainable economic growth with care for the environment. It originated in Europe in the 1990s, based on knowledge and innovation, and unlike the traditional linear model of "extract, use and dispose of," it proposes a closed cycle where biological resources are used efficiently, waste is minimized, and value is maximized at each stage. It is considered the combination of the bioeconomy and the circular economy, which promotes the use of resources and eco-efficiency, the reduction of the carbon footprint and the demand for fossil carbon, and the valorization of waste. Its implementation requires a joint effort by governments, businesses, consumers, and civil society. Despite these challenges, it has enormous potential to transform our economic system towards a more sustainable and resilient one.