Browsing UNEP Publications Pre-2023 by Subject "RECYCLING"
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Metal Stocks in Society: Scientific Synthesis
(2010)The continued increase in the use of metals over the twentieth century has led to a substantial shift from geological resource base to metal stocks in society. This report reviews the relevant literature on this topic. ... -
Recycling Rates of Metals: A Status Report
(2011)In theory, metals can be used over and over again, minimizing the need to mine and process virgin materials and thus saving substantial amounts of energy and water while minimizing environmental degradation. Raising levels ... -
Responsible Resource Management for a Sustainable World: Findings from the International Resource Panel
(UNEP, 2012)This synopsis highlights key findings from the following reports of the International Resource Panel: A) Priority products and materials: assessing the environmental impacts of consumption and production; B) Decoupling ... -
The Role of Business in Moving from Linear to Circular Economies - GEO for Business Brief No. 2
(2021)The analysis presented in this brief shows there is a need for businesses to act, rather than continuing to assume that old business models will remain profitable. Crucial to transforming the global economy towards full ... -
Single-Use Face Masks and their Alternatives: Recommendations from Life Cycle Assessments
(2022-06)This study by UNEP and the Life Cycle Initiative, reviews five scientific Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) on face-masks to draw conclusions on which among the available alternatives, single-use or reusable, have the lowest ... -
Theo and the Giant Plastic Ball
(UNEP, 2004)Theo was sad. He wanted to join the school soccer team. But he hadn’t been picked because when he kicked, the ball usually went someplace it shouldn’t. The other players had laughed at him when he tried out... Theo and the ... -
Waste Management Outlook for West Asia 2019: Waste to Wealth
(2019)This Regional Outlook builds upon the Global Waste Management Outlook published in 2015. Focusing on waste management systems, finance and governance, it articulates a means of future progress toward sustainable waste ... -
Waste to Energy: Considerations for Informed Decision-making
(2019)This report provides a balanced overview of trends in the numbers of municipal solid waste-to-energy plants around the world, and their impacts on people and the environment, including climate. It outlines key considerations ...
