The circular economy is one aspect of sustainable development. It helps mitigate climate change and reduces overconsumption of materials.It means we don't need to source raw materials from nature, but can instead use processed materials and energy again and again.
A large number of technological innovations, experiments and solutions to this end have already been identified.
There is still a need for people's support, understanding and willingness to place their habits on a more sustainable footing. In this transformation, what children and young people learn has a key role to play, as core circular economy values are formed at a young age.
The circular economy handbook for schools, which was put together in Oulu, includes ideas for implementation, tips for cooperation with different organisations, a materials bank and local places to visit with a circular economy theme. The guide brings together circular economy issues in a comprehensible form as a way of supporting education..
