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CIRCULAR

ECONOMY

Growing in both popularity and importance, the circular economy

aims to keep current products in use for longer. Rather than

throwing away items and objects that may have been deemed as

old or worthless, they are instead repurposed or repaired and sold

or given away. Doing this allows things that would normally be

dumped to stay in circulation and have a longer life. It encourages a

certain ‘love’ of things that may not have been up until now as

trendy or fashionable, but instead relies on practicality, money-

saving, and consideration for the planet. Benefits of the circular

economy,

Can help combat climate change through the wiser and more

sparring use of materials.

Saves money due to not always buying new and creates value

for both the consumer and the artisan/crafter.

Can help to regenerate national systems. It can help protect and

sustain everything from food to materials to natural resources.

Eliminates waste.

It can support local economies by utilising the resources

available in the area and helps to keep money in the locality

which goes towards supporting smaller or more disadvantaged

towns and villages.

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