About Project

Image removed.Project Number: 101126874
Full Title: Digitalization and the Circular Economy: Building Resilience and Sustainability through Policy in the EU
Acronym: REUSE

Project Overview

The REUSE project is an innovative initiative that explores the synergies between digitalization and the circular economy within the European Union context. Our research aims to uncover how these two transformative forces can be harnessed through policy to enhance resilience and sustainability across the EU.

Objectives

  1. Investigate the potential of digital technologies in promoting resilience and sustainability within the EU.
  2. Analyze EU policymaking in relation to the circular economy and sustainable development.
  3. Provide insights into leveraging digitalization for improved resource efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable business models.
  4. Integrate perspectives from diverse fields including business, economics, logistics, finance, banking, entrepreneurship, and technology.

Alignment with EU Policies

REUSE is closely aligned with several key EU initiatives and it aims to contribute to the implementation of these policies and help achieve their targets, fostering a more sustainable and resilient European economy.

  • Circular Economy Package
  • 2030 Climate and Energy Framework
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Industry 4.0 strategy

 

Expected Outcomes

  1. Enhanced knowledge and understanding among policymakers, stakeholders, and the public regarding the intersection of digitalization and the circular economy.
  2. Insights into the potential of digitalization for promoting resilience and sustainability in the EU.
  3. Facilitation of new, more sustainable and resilient business models and value chains.
  4. Policy recommendations for EU decision-makers on promoting circular economy and digitalization in support of sustainability and resilience.

 

Interdisciplinary Approach & Impact

REUSE adopts a multifaceted approach, drawing expertise from various disciplines to provide a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities in this domain.

By exploring innovative solutions at the nexus of digitalization and circular economy, REUSE aspires to make a significant contribution to European integration and the advancement of sustainability and resilience across the EU.