Closing the loop or widening the gap? The unequal politics of Thailand's circular economy in addressing marine plastic pollution
Danny Marks, Michelle Ann Miller, Sujitra Vassanadumrongdee
Abstract
• Inequalities affecting the circular economy of plastic waste remain largely unknown. • We address this gap through a case study of Thailand. • Social inequalities are embedded in and perpetuated by the circular economy model. • These inequalities therefore compromise the model's overall objectives. • State deficiencies exacerbate informal sector inequalities.
Topics & Concepts
Circular economyCompromiseInequalityPlastic pollutionClosing (real estate)PoliticsEconomicsState (computer science)Informal sectorEconomic systemPollutionEconomic growthPolitical scienceEcologyMathematicsAlgorithmLawMathematical analysisFinanceBiologyMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management TechniquesSustainable Supply Chain Management