Vogel Johanna, Alaux Nicolas, Hoff Holger, Wallenko Laura:

    Policies for the transition to a climate-neutral circular economy.

    A spotlight on innovation in Austrian industry.

    Wien, 2025
    Reports, Band 0965
    ISBN: 978-3-99004-812-2
    44 S.
    The INTEGRATE project highlights the contribution of circular production technologies to achieving climate neutrality in Austria. This report presents policies to advance circularity in the Austrian steel, plastics, cement and timber industries, developed in collaboration with experts and stakeholders. Austria is currently implementing an ambitious Circular Economy Strategy and performs well in recycling technology innovation, yet overall circularity remains low and barriers remain, such as cost disadvantages for recycled materials. Key recommendations to accelerate Austria’s transition to a circular economy therefore include further market price incentives, stringent implementation of ecodesign rules, continued funding for R&D and technology adoption, additional awareness and training measures and initiatives for stakeholder networks.

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