{"id":852,"date":"2024-02-16T10:59:23","date_gmt":"2024-02-16T09:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/?p=852"},"modified":"2024-02-16T10:59:35","modified_gmt":"2024-02-16T09:59:35","slug":"vsem-a-obehova-ekonomika","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/vsem-a-obehova-ekonomika\/","title":{"rendered":"BUEM and circular economy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"852\" class=\"elementor elementor-852\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fbd0da4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fbd0da4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;full&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40cc97a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"40cc97a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.16.0 - 09-10-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Circular economy as method of working with resources and materials is trying to minimalize waste and optimize the use of resources. In contrast with linear economy, which is based on model \u201cmine-produce-use-throw away\u201d, circular economy creates closed cycle, where resources, products and waste are constantly recycled and use repeatedly.<\/p><p>In circular economy, the emphasis is put on products\u2019 design with regard its longer lifetime, easier repairability and subsequent recycling. As well, it emphasizes repeated use and renewal of materials and products, what minimizes negative impact on environment.<\/p><p>The objective of circular economy is to not only decrease the amount of waste, but also create economic value and support sustainable growth. In its model, it is important to explore and transform existing business models to be more environment friendly and contributing towards sustainability of society.<\/p><p><strong>Within the project \u201cChallenges of circular society in economy 4.0\u201d BUEM has undertook the improvement of its education process and thus has set itself the following tasks: <\/strong><\/p><ol><li>To combine new post-pandemic crisis era IT technologies into field of education and professional preparation, with aim to implement pedagogical models and professional procedures. Solution would be to create new courses, which will enable students to practice principles of circular economy and integration of these topics into various fields can support multidisciplinary approach.<\/li><li>To innovate educational modules and curriculum for the field of Environmental economy, Environmental management, and Circular economy.<\/li><li>To analyze and update content of selected courses, that is to identify courses; Quality management, Innovations management, Integration processes in Europe, Economy and environment, update them and create new modules.<\/li><li>To adjust education methods while creating new modules.<\/li><li>To connect academia with business world.<\/li><li>To deepen awareness about ecology among students and graduates of universities with the perspective of successful job application for innovative green positions among public and private organizations in Slovakia.<\/li><li>To intensify environmental awareness of university teachers with goal to equip them with new teaching skills, which are applicable for further education of full-time and part-time students.<\/li><li>To cooperate with partners from public and private sector, with direct focus on H\u00f8gskulen for Gr\u00f8n Utvikling (University for Green Development}. The goal of this cooperation is the exchange and transfer of knowledge and best practices.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Education at universities in the field of circular economy is facing various challenges, which require to find effective way, how to achieve positive changes. Some of the major challenges include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2022\tIntegration of circular topics into existing study programs is difficult process of adjusting study plans. Solution could be to create new courses, which will enable students practice principles of circular economy and integration of these topics into various fields can enhance multidisciplinary approach.<\/li><li>\u2022\tInnovation of pedagogical methods is necessary, when traditional methods are insufficient and new methods require practical experience and interactive approaches. The measure is to impose new teaching methods, such as case studies, field projects, or cooperation with students on real circular initiatives with the use of modern technologies.<\/li><li>\u2022\tProviding sufficient support for research in the field of circular economy is development process, therefore it can be hard to keep up with the newest research. The solution is to provide support for scientific projects focusing on circular economy and support of research laboratories and innovation centers.<\/li><li>\u2022\tConnection of students with practice gives them experience with real projects in academic environment. The sufficient solution to this challenge is cooperation with business sector, organizations, or communities where students could do internships already during their studies.<\/li><li>\u2022\tDevelopment of circular competencies among university teachers, who need sufficient knowledge for effective teaching. Therefore, professional education at trainings, workshops and conferences is for them necessary.<\/li><li>\u2022\tSupport of international cooperation including global challenges and exchange of best practice is important as well. Solution is to create partnerships and agreements with other universities and institutions focusing on circularity and support of international mobilities and exchange programs.<\/li><\/ul><p>All these challenges require active effort from point of educational institutions for adaptation of circular economy dynamics and preparation of students for effective application of circular principles in their professional life.<\/p><p><strong>Circular economy and job market<\/strong><\/p><p>Independent part of the project are <strong>tasks, which are related to connection of education and requirements of job market because circular economy requires from job applicants new abilities, skills, and adaptation to new trends.<\/strong>, preto\u017ee cirkul\u00e1rna ekonomika vy\u017eaduje od uch\u00e1dza\u010dov o zamestnanie nov\u00e9 schopnosti, zru\u010dnosti a prisp\u00f4sobenie sa nov\u00fdm trendom. <strong>Major tasks are:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>\u2022\tNew skills and expertise:<\/strong> With transition from linear to circular economy requirements for workforce change as well. It is important to develop new skills, for example in field of recycling and sustainable design.<\/li><li><strong>\u2022\tInnovations in business:<\/strong> Companies will have to reevaluate their business models and search for ways how to integrate principles of circularity. That requires innovative thinking and ability to adapt to new economic paradigms.<\/li><li><strong>\u2022\tChanges in employment:<\/strong> There is need for reorientation for new types of employment in field of recycling, renewal, and administration of circular processes.<\/li><li><strong>\u2022\tCooperation and job market ecosystem:<\/strong> Circular economy supports cooperation and creation of ecosystems, what requires flexible working models and new forms of partnerships.<\/li><li><strong>\u2022\tEducation and awareness program:<\/strong> With growing emphasis on sustainability, it is necessary to offer employees education and awareness programs for better understanding and contribution towards circular economy.<\/li><li><strong>\u2022\tChanges in view on ownership:<\/strong> Models of shared-economy and focus on services rather than ownership can have significant impact on job markets because nature of some industries is changing.<\/li><\/ul><p>In general, education and job markets are facing challenges and adaptation to requirements of circular economy will be necessary. That requires flexibility, innovations, and fast adaptation on changing conditions.<\/p><p>Despite positive challenges among circular economy <strong>in relation to job market, it is important to perceive associated risks. Some of these risks include:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2022\tLoss of jobs in traditional industries, such as mining, which faces loss of jobs due to decreasing demand for its products.<\/li><li>\u2022\tNeed for new job skills, which represent changes in work processes and business models.<\/li><li>\u2022\tUnequal distribution of benefits between various social groups, industries and regions can lead to social tensions and uncertainty.<\/li><li>\u2022\tDependance on new technologies can lead to addiction on digital and technological innovations. It can impose risk on those who do not have access to such technologies, or do not have adequate technological skills.<\/li><li>\u2022\tUncertainty of employment for some industries, especially if the transition is not effectively managed and planned.<\/li><li>\u2022\tNegative impact on some industries, for example production of new goods can face difficulties, what can have negative impact on employment in such industries.<\/li><li>\u2022\tHardships with social inclusion in case if measures focused on circular economy are not properly managed can lead to exclusion of certain groups of employees and communities, what can create social instability.<\/li><\/ul><p>Effective transition towards circular economy requires proper management to minimize negative impacts on job market and maintain sustainable and inclusive economic environment.<\/p><p>In relation to circular economy and job market is necessary to draw attention on <strong>job market target groups, which are diverse and consider different types of people and their needs.<\/strong> Some of major target groups include:<\/p><ul><li>\u2022\tStudents and graduates: People who are enrolled, or ended education program are important target group. Their needs are different if are searching for first job opportunity, career development, or acquiring relevant experience.<\/li><li>\u2022\tProfessionals and experienced employees are already on job market and can search for new opportunities for career development, job change, or acquiring new skills.<\/li><li>\u2022\tUnemployed and people looking for job are important group. Their needs can include help with job search, professional preparation and support when reentering job market.<\/li><li>\u2022\tWomen on job market are separate target group and can face specific challenges, ranging from equality of pay, job opportunities and balance between work and family life.<\/li><li>\u2022\tPeople with disabilities and specific needs can need adjustments to be able to fulfill job tasks effectively.<\/li><li>\u2022\tEmployees in retirement age, or close to retirement can still be active on job market and search for part-time jobs, consultations, or other flexible forms of employment.<\/li><li>\u2022\tMigrants and minorities can face specific challenges on job market, including language barrier, prejudice, and discrimination. Their needs include access to opportunities, which are inclusive and fair.<\/li><\/ul><p>Each of these target groups has specific needs and requires accessible and adjusted solutions on job market.<\/p><p><strong>From point of competencies and requirements of circular economy it is necessary to allow individuals to contribute towards sustainable and effective use of resources. Therefore, we set for our students the following key competencies:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u2022\tKnowledge of circular economy principles and values and ability to understand this model.<\/li><li>\u2022\tSystem thinking ability and understanding of interrelationships and consequences within ecosystem.<\/li><li>\u2022\tExpertise in recycling is important for effective use of resources and minimizing waste.<\/li><li>\u2022\tSustainable design and innovations, product, and service design with focus on their life cycle.<\/li><li>\u2022\tDigital skills and use of digital technologies and platforms.<\/li><li>\u2022\tCooperation and communication skills with shareholders, including customers, business partners, and public institutions is important for success of circularity projects.<\/li><li>\u2022\tBusiness and managerial skills in solving complex challenges connected with circular economy and opportunity identification, project management and development of market strategies.<\/li><li>\u2022\tSkills in education and awareness of shareholders, ability to mediate information and knowledge sharing.<\/li><li>\u2022\tAcquisition and development of these competencies allow individuals to contribute towards circular economy and effectively response to needs of job market in this field.<\/li><\/ul><p><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p><p><em>Concept of circular economy emerged gradually in response to reality, that all but mainly energy resources are limited. But there is great potential for implementation of circular solutions. Support of science and research is becoming key tool for reaching necessary technological and logistical progress. Important task is to increase awareness, knowledge development and skills acquisition altogether with formulating of attitudes through targeted education about principles of circularity \u2013 the main task for field of education is whether these challenges are directed towards target groups on job market.\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cirkul\u00e1rna ekonomika sa ako sp\u00f4sob nakladania so zdrojmi a materi\u00e1lmi sna\u017e\u00ed minimalizova\u0165 odpad a optimalizova\u0165 vyu\u017eitie surov\u00edn. Na rozdiel od p\u00f4vodne line\u00e1rnej ekonomiky, ktor\u00e1 je zalo\u017een\u00e1 na modeli &#8222;vy\u0165a\u017e-vytvor-pou\u017ei-zaho\u010f&#8220;, cirkul\u00e1rna ekonomika vytv\u00e1ra uzavret\u00fd cyklus, kde suroviny, v\u00fdrobky a odpad s\u00fa neust\u00e1le recyklovan\u00e9 a znovu vyu\u017e\u00edvan\u00e9. V cirkul\u00e1rnej ekonomike sa klade d\u00f4raz na n\u00e1vrh v\u00fdrobkov s [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/852"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=852"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/852\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":856,"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/852\/revisions\/856"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=852"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=852"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cscheco40.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=852"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}