Different Scenarios for the Development of the Circular Economy Based on the Deposit System The Case of Romania

Abstract

The circular economy aims to minimise waste, make the most of resources, and create a closed-loop system where products and materials are reused, refurbished, remanufactured, and a recycled and deposit system may be a solution. Deposit systems align with the principles of the circular economy by promoting resource conservation, waste reduction, closed-loop systems, and extended producer responsibility. They represent a practical application of circular economy concepts in the management of specific product life cycles, contributing to a more sustainable and regenerative approach to consumption and production. Taking into consideration the fact that Romania is a relatively large country, with a still considerable number of rural population and a vast area, the implementation of deposit system should be applied in different manner specific for each area, county level individual explicit approaches. The present paper aims to find the proper scenarios for the successful implementation of deposit system, with the magnifying glass on the RetuRO system, specific for Romania.