Circular Economy Practices in Solid Waste Value Chains: A Developing Economies Perspective (Africa Circular Economy Series) - Couverture rigide

Mutono-Mwanza, Bupe Getrude

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 103295891X ISBN 13 : 9781032958910

Editeur : CRC Press, 2026

Synopsis

This book presents a detailed analysis of the potential of the circular economy (CE) to revolutionize solid waste management (SWM) in developing economies. It bridges the gap between theory and practice by offering real-world, actionable insights and examples to support the development of sustainable and resilient SWM systems. It focuses on developing economies across several regions, including (but not limited to) sub-Saharan Africa, South and Southeast Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Middle East and North Africa, and includes relevant case studies. Key features include:Detailed coverage of the solid waste value chainStrong emphasis on practical circular economy practicesReview of measures for implementing practical strategiesFocus on perspectives from developing economiesUse of case studies to demonstrate circular economy practices in developing contexts. This book is intended for students, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and community leaders working in the field of environmental engineering.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Bupe Getrude Mutono‑Mwanza is Associate Professor in Sustainable Supply Chains and Circular Economy and Associate Director at the Graduate School of Business, University of Zambia. She is also a Professor Extraordinarius at the University of South Africa. With over a decade of academic leadership, research, postgraduate supervision, and teaching experience, she is a recognized scholar in sustainable supply chains and circular economy transitions. She holds a BSc in Production Management, an MEng in Manufacturing Systems and Operations Management, and a PhD in Engineering Management. She has published widely in international journals, authored a book on the circular economy and sustainable operations, and presented award‑winning papers at global conferences. Her research focuses on sustainable operations, resource recovery, and waste valorization, making significant contributions to Zambia’s scholarship on circular value chains. She also serves in professional and governance roles and actively engages in public scholarships, promoting sustainability and inclusive development.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: CRC Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 103295891X
• ISBN 13: 9781032958910
• Reliure: Gebundene Ausgabe
• Nombre de pages: 154
• Coordonnées du fabricant: CRC Press; https://www.routledge-ny.com; ; 6000 BROKEN SOUND PARKWAY, NW SUITE 300; BOCA RATON; FL; 33487; Etats-Unis
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