Sustainability VS Circularity

Concepts such as sustainable development, green transition, and circular economy are frequently used interchangeably. At other times, they are argued to be distinctly different. While the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development makes no specific mention of the terms "circular" or "economy," SDG 12 on Responsible Consumption and Production appears to be as far away as ever. What are the interdependence and overlaps between sustainability and circularity? Is the circular economy a pathway to more sustainable systems that can provide economic benefits while lowering environmental impacts? 

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