WISP6020 Introduction to the circular economy (1 cr)

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Study level:
Other studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science, Open University, Faculty of Mathematics and Science
Coordinating organisation:
Open University
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028

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Haluatko tietää, mitä eroa on kierrätyksellä ja kiertotaloudella? Opi, miten materiaalien käyttö saadaan kestäväksi ja hyödynnetään uusia liiketoimintamalleja.

Description

The course introduces the student to the problems related to the use of virgin raw materials and the basic principles of the circular economy. The course also includes information on the preconditions of the circular economy in society and the related business opportunities. The main contents are: risks of raw materials, from linear to circular economy, risks and regulation related to the circular economy, and business models for the circular economy.  

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student:

  • Knows the main risks related to use of raw materials,

  • Understands the difference between recycling and circular economy.

  • Can use common terms related to the circular economy.

  • Is familiar with circular economy business models and their challenges. 

Study materials

The material consists of content and literature distributed in the learning environment. 

Completion methods

Method 1

Description:
Independent work, online course (onlinecourses.jyu.fi).
Time of teaching:
Period 3, Period 4, Period 5
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Independent study (1 cr)

Type:
Independent study
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
Finnish

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