A Circular Economy Handbook: How to Build a More Resilient, Competitive and Sustainable Business

by Catherine Weetman

Overview

WINNER : 2018 Les Plumes des Achats & Supply Chain - The Committee Special Prize

The growing global consumption of resources highlights that our current approaches to production and business are fundamentally flawed and will rapidly become outdated and problematic. Engaged businesses are now increasingly re-thinking product design, material choices, business models and supply chains, and adopting the principles of the circular economy. Through decoupling resources from consumption, products and materials remain in use, waste is reduced and cost-savings are increased. A Circular Economy Handbook is the comprehensive guide to the circular economy and is designed to help the reader create future-fit, sustainable strategies moving forward.

Now in its second edition, A Circular Economy Handbook provides a holistic framework for the design of supply chain and supporting business models and includes tools the reader can use to generate ideas. Using real examples across a range of market sectors, this is a must-read for businesses, students and policymakers to understand the theory and fast-developing practice of the circular economy.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781789665314
Publisher:	Kogan Page, Ltd.
Publication date:	11/24/2020
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	496
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.17(h) x 1.14(d)

About the Author

Catherine Weetman is a Visiting Fellow at the University of Huddersfield, a Vice-Chair of the Environment and Sustainability Forum at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transportation and holds an MSc in Logistics from Cranfield University. She has experience working for Tesco, Kellogg's and DHL, and has a background in industrial engineering in manufacturing and retail distribution, logistics solution design and logistics product development and supply chain consulting.

Table of Contents

• Section - ONE: An overview of the circular economy;
• • Chapter - 01: The circular economy – What is it?;
  • Chapter - 02: The design and supply chain;
  • Chapter - 03: Circular economy business models;
  • Chapter - 04: Circular economy enablers and accelerators;
• Section - TWO: How are businesses adopting circular economy models?;
• • Chapter - 05: The 'Great Acceleration';
  • Chapter - 06: Food and agriculture;
  • Chapter - 07: Fashion and textiles;
  • Chapter - 08: Consumer electricals and electronics;
  • Chapter - 09: Industrial manufacturing;
• Section - THREE: What does this mean for supply chains?;
• • Chapter - 10: Supply chain strategy and planning;
  • Chapter - 11: Supply chain – Upstream – Product design, sourcing and procurement;
  • Chapter - 12: Supply chain – Midstream – The manufacturing process;
  • Chapter - 13: Supply chain – Downstream – Distribution and reverse logistics;
• Section - FOUR: Implementation;
• • Chapter - 14: Making the business case and starting the journey

Editorial Reviews

"The circular economy is smart, strategic thinking for profitable and purpose-led business. This book presents a catalogue of practical frameworks and inspiring examples for organizations of all sizes and shapes, in every sector, around the world."

Anna Tari

"Making the shift towards a circular economy model can be a huge challenge. Catherine's book is useful to what's needed most in this day and age: getting into action and shifting the existing paradigm. The book offers a range of insights and tools to help you make that shift, and deliver value along the way. Have fun, use it and join, please, our global community of change makers."

Harald Friedl

"When considering the change of gear from a linear to a circular economy, and the need to accelerate this transition, then this handbook delivers on all levels. A well-versed specialist, Catherine describes the themes, measurements and outcomes in a non-technical manner shining a light and giving practical guidance to implementing this change."

Steve Haskew

"This book has got it all and is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand and apply the circular economy today. The enablers, accelerators and drivers are illustrated with practical examples and applications. For an assessment of the challenges that lie ahead, read this book and learn from one of the best."

Dr Julieanna Powell-Turner

"An extremely useful handbook on the circular economy, a great reference base interweaved with a richness of case studies. It's easily digestible and bridges from theory to implementation seamlessly. I would recommend it as a go-to reference for anybody looking to learn about, or adopt, circular economy models."

Steve Smith

"Making maximum use of resources and extracting value multiple times over is at the heart of the transition to a circular economy. This handbook is perfectly timed to help businesses adapt and thrive by implementing circular economy principles and practices."

Martin Baxter

"A clearly written and accessible introduction to the development and implementation of circular thinking, with tangible and meaningful examples to help organizations and their partners making the journey towards circularity."

Dr Matthew Hunt

"Introduces the central concepts and ideas for sustainable ways of working in a clear, pragmatic manner. The many practical examples make tangible the supply chain models increasingly required to conserve scarce resources whilst supporting economic growth. Here is a handbook for change that could not be timelier."

Calum Lewis

"The circular economy is a fast-rising theme among academics and practitioners. This book consists of wide-ranging references and in-depth knowledge, which crystallizes the idea of the circular economy for implementation and research needs."

Professor Ming K Lim

"If you are looking for a comprehensive and practical guide to the supply chain aspects of the circular economy, this book should comfortably meet your needs. It is cleverly structured, highly informative and written in a very engaging style by one of the foremost specialists in the subject."

Professor Alan McKinnon

"A confident, comprehensive text allowing access to all the major strands contributing to business opportunities in a circular economy. It is brimming with facts, case studies and references for further study. A very timely publication indeed!"

Ken Webster

"A fascinating and insightful look at the circular economy, from laying out the history, principles and underlying concepts through to practical guidance for considering and implementing a more circular approach for any business. Transitioning to circular business models should be at the top of every organization's agenda and this book will help to stimulate and guide that change."

Innovate UK Nick Cliffe

"The need for sustainable supply chain management and in particular the management of the closed loop economy (circular economy) is both topical and important. Supply chain practitioners have the challenge to not only learn and understand these new concepts but also utilize a number of tools and techniques to effectively manage their chains. This book provides a comprehensive treatment of topics influencing the circular economy across a variety of sectors and provides valuable guidance for managing supply chains. An abundance of case examples, tools and learning resources within this book will be extremely beneficial to students, academics and practitioners."

Professor Samir Dani

"Sector by sector, Catherine Weetman systemically unpicks why we need to build a circular economy and, crucially, complements this analysis to explain how we can do this."

Mike Barry

"Catherine Weetman's ambition seems to me to be to set the agenda for businesses and their supply chains in our globalized economy, and her book , A Circular Economy Handbook for Business and Supply Chains , does just that. With elegance and flair, this book promises to open people's eyes, rewire their thinking and reset aspirations for what can be achieved by the intelligent application of these ideas. Weetman is a provocative thinker and has put together a book which will help businesses and those who lead them to stay ahead of the process of organizational adaptation and introduce real and much needed change."

Gerard Chick

"This book fills a need by bringing together a wide range of insights and examples about the growing importance of the circular economy and its impact on traditional business models and the supply chain networks with which we are currently familiar. The many practical cases are supported by the very clear structure and the way that the wider context is integrated into the discussion and analysis. The author has a wealth of experience and this is evident throughout the text. This book is a major and timely contribution to improving our understanding of the circular economy and its implications for supply chain and logistics management."

Michael Browne

"A very good guide, avoiding jargon and bringing concepts to life with clear explanations and concrete examples. It covers everything you need to know about 'going circular' but also goes further, reviewing criticisms and setting the bar higher."

Stephan Sicars

"This is a book for everyone in business, or who wants to shape the future of business. The circular economy is the best toolkit we have for future sustainable business and this book leads you through what it is and why so many businesses and governments are getting on board."

Tom Szaky

"Ensuring that the transition to a new economic model takes place under the best possible conditions is no easy task. Thanks to Catherine Weetman and her contributors, this book once again solidifies the foundations and reinforces the credibility of a circular economy helping us to move towards this paradigm shift that we all wish for. This is now your tool to change everything for the better. Use and reuse it, then pass on to others!"

The Circular Humansphere Alexandre Lemille

"I truly believe that awakening a taste for change - and making it happen - requires a good understanding of the circular economy while being already immersed in its practicality. It is precisely what this unique handbook does, thanks to its collection of content, its structure, and its perspective. Indeed, it provides a wealth of information gathered in one place: a straightforward way to learn fast and get inspired for your circular initiatives. It demonstrates many existing cases and strategies you might apply. You can peruse it in one go, choose a piece of a chapter that applies to your case or read it back and forth. The icing on the cake for this second version? The added chapter about packaging gives an easy-to-follow overview of this complex problem! Expert without falling into jargon, Catherine Weetman makes the Circular Economy attractive to anyone!"

Colienne Regout

"A perfect mix of theory and practical arguments to convince the reader that our future is circular. We must think differently, create new business rules, values and attitudes. With an outstanding compilation of cases, Catherine demonstrates how to find the right balance between growth, competitive advantage and value creation for all. Essential reading for political and businesses leaders, in countries like Brazil, that seek knowledge and inspiration to accelerate the transition."

Beatriz Luz

"As the world adopts strategies to address the stress that the planet is under, more organizations are realizing that their knowledge and skills need updating and developing. A key aspect of this new sustainable approach is understanding where stuff comes from, how a business uses it and what happens to stuff after its first life. This is where the circular economy comes in and this book provides a range of knowledge inputs, across a number of key sectors and uses business examples which allow any organization to develop new pathways forwards."

Dr. David Peck

"Every business leader and Universityshould include this book in their programme for the next generation of aspiring professionals. In this latest edition, Catherine provides even more case studies in the constantly evolving landscape of circular economy developments around the world. A clear and comprehensive 'must-read' for any seasoned or aspiring circular economy or supply chain professional. From electronics to food to fashion, Catherine has considered a wide range of how CE frameworks have been engaged across sectors so in whatever industry your organisation resides, there are key takeaways and learnings to help any business transition towards a more circular world. Highly recommended!"

Noreen Kam

"Catherine provides rich insight into the business opportunity of the circular economy. The Circular Economy Handbook covers various company cases and frameworks which are of great practical value to those looking for inspiration. It is a great resource for organisations aiming to close the 'idea-action gap' to accelerate the transition towards a circular economy!"

Dr Nancy Bocken