Preparedness for emergencies and sustainability may seem, at first glance, like opposing concepts. The former evokes crises and conflict; the latter conjures a vision of a sustainable, peaceful future. Yet because energy and resources are the very foundation of society, securing a stable supply of both is a condition common to peacetime and crisis alike.
In recent years, these two ideas have increasingly been discussed together under the keyword “resilience.” The energy transition and resource circulation are being redefined beyond the framework of environmental policy, now viewed through the lens of security and industrial strategy as well.
This article focuses on Japan-Finland cooperation and examines how the circular economy (CE) is contributing to greater societal resilience.
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