Resource recycling as new field for innovative technologies

L.L Kamenik,A.A Radionov,A.V Babkin,A.V Keller,A.V Shmidt,Y.B Kolbachev,V.V Savaley,T.A Khudyakova,I.A Bayev

doi:10.1051/shsconf/20173501047

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https://doi.org/10.1051/shsconf/20173501047

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Abstract

This study substantiates the necessity of transition from the natural resource model of socioeconomic development towards an industrially reproducible type of raw material, which is particularly relevant in the context of the global resource crisis. The key role of innovative technologies in the solution to this problem is questioned. Theoretical and methodological principles of the modern economy functioning are examined based on the resource factor. A new concept of “resource recycling”, which reflects industrial resource recovery, is introduced. An innovative model of a resource base for economic reproduction is provided, the necessity of transition from the existing linear economic model towards a closed resource cycle model is shown, and three resource cycle models are examined in terms of their objectives, forms, and content. The major problems in the implementation of the innovative model and ways of solving them are defined, which makes it possible to reduce the risk of a resource provision crisis. The conclusion that resource recycling serves as a new sphere of innovative technologies is substantiated. The historical analogy method and the evolutionary systems approach are used.

Highlights

Humanity is on the brink of a new period in its history, with nature's capability of sustaining the society decreasing rapidly
Humanity is entering an era of resource crisis that affects every area of life in the society
“The previous sustainable development has come to an end

Summary

Introduction

Humanity is on the brink of a new period in its history, with nature's capability of sustaining the society decreasing rapidly. The author believes that a new lasting period of economic growth can only facilitate the transition from a natural resource model of socioeconomic development towards an industrially reproducible type of raw material. This is a fundamental and difficult task. Vernadsky [6,7] was far ahead of his time when he developed the foundations of his concept of harmonious interaction between mankind and nature – the noosphere The ideas of these brilliant scientists should find their way into a new model of resource provision, shifting its focus towards evolution, technological innovations, and systems approach. In order to achieve this, new innovative technologies are required

Fundamental contradiction and its solution

Problems of resource recycling implementation

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