The circular economy has become, in recent decades, an essential pillar of sustainable development. In a world where the use of natural resources exceeds the planet's capacity to regenerate, circularity is no longer just an option, but a necessity to reduce pressure on the environment and strengthen economic competitiveness.
However, progress is slow globally: the rate of circularity has declined in recent years, while resource extraction continues to grow at an accelerated pace. The European Union remains a leader in integrating circular principles into its policies, but the differences between countries are considerable – some are advancing rapidly, others are lagging far behind.
For the Republic of Moldova, E-Circular conducted for the first time the analysis of the circularity rate at the national level. Although the value of the indicator is very low, this premiere gives us a realistic picture of how we manage resources and waste, but also of the challenges we must overcome. More than just a simple statistical figure, this indicator becomes a instrument strategic de orientare, able to highlight opportunities for improvement and directions for action to build a more sustainable and resilient economy.
