
The Circular Economy and Repair
The Circular Economy Show Podcast
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Introduction
Circular economy aims to keep goods and materials in circulation at high value for as long as possible. When goods stay in use longer we don't need to replace them which releases pressure on material and energy use. Repair keeps goods out of landfill but it should also boost skilled jobs and can even have a social benefit. Any act of engaging in repair could be said to provide the means by which societies learn. It's a relational act that should help us get know our stuff better from which innovation may well spin off.
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