ECONOMIA CIRCOLARE E SVILUPPO SOSTENIBILE: IL CASO VIETNAM

In recent years, the situation of waste generation through economic growth and increasing population, and the transition from a traditional linear economy to a circular economy has become a global trend. Through this process, the intake of raw materials and output of waste to the environment can be minimized. Not only that, the social and economic aspects are also actively improved towards Sustainable Development. The circular economy concept is viewed as a new industrial revolution, whereas the sustainable development concept is seen as a comprehensive pathway for growth and existence of human in many aspects. The purpose of the thesis is to explore the relationship between the two concepts. The implementation of each country may vary, depending on its priorities. Vietnam, a middle-income nation with a fast-growing economy in the last 30 years, is no exception when it comes to the difficulties posed by rising waste, depleting natural resources, and environmental degradation. As a result, a circular economy and sustainable development are required for Vietnam to surmount the current obstacles and hurdles. The purpose of this study is to explore the opportunities offered (and barriers encountered) by a transition towards sustainable development, including a more diffused implementation of a circular economy approach, for a country such as Vietnam. In addition, based on information on four variables: the Index for Sustainable Development Goals (SDG index), legislation, renewable energy consumption, and GDP contribution from waste management. Then, a linear regression model was constructed to see any link between these quantities. The results show that some circular economy policies already implemented in Vietnam do contribute to progress towards the SDGs. Finally, in light of the international experience, some policy implications for Vietnam will be reviewed.