The concept of the circular economy has gained significant traction in recent years as a response to the linear 'take-make-dispose' model that dominates industrial production. Unlike the traditional approach, which extracts resources, converts them into products, and ultimately discards them as waste, a circular economy emphasizes the continuous use of materials through recycling, remanufacturing, and repair. This paradigm shift not only reduces environmental degradation but also offers economic benefits by lowering raw material dependency and creating new business opportunities. However, the transition is not without challenges, including the need for substantial investment in infrastructure, changes in consumer behavior, and the development of effective policy frameworks. Critics argue that without addressing the root causes of overconsumption, circularity alone may merely delay rather than prevent resource depletion.
❓ Theo đoạn văn, đâu là hạn chế chính của nền kinh tế tuần hoàn mà các nhà phê bình đã nêu ra?
A. A. Nó đòi hỏi quá nhiều đầu tư vào công nghệ mới.
B. B. Nó có thể không giải quyết được vấn đề cơ bản của việc tiêu dùng quá mức.
C. C. Nó không mang lại lợi ích kinh tế cho các doanh nghiệp.
D. D. Nó quá tập trung vào việc tái chế thay vì giảm thiểu chất thải.
✅ 正确答案
B. It may not solve the fundamental problem of excessive consumption.
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