This research discusses the core concepts,evolutionary trajectories,inherent differences and intrinsic interconnections between carbon-based and silicon-based life forms.On this basis,we further analyze the potential ...This research discusses the core concepts,evolutionary trajectories,inherent differences and intrinsic interconnections between carbon-based and silicon-based life forms.On this basis,we further analyze the potential risks brought by the unbalanced development of carbon and silicon economies.Then we point out a critical reality:although silicon-based life still depends on the assistance of carbon-based life for its evolution at present,the unconstrained growth of the silicon-based economy may ultimately undermine the survival and development of carbon-based economies and carbon-based life itself.We also give the solutions under our new theory,using the revenue and time saved from the silicon-based economy to subsidize the carbon-based economy,and producing more ecological products.The study proposes 6 strategic recommendations:(1)human society should establish a carbon-based life community;(2)environmental institutions produce more essential ecological products for the community,not only for human life;(3)all stakeholders take advantage of silicon-based life while also restricting its unlimited development;(4)countries and industries give full play to the positive role of the silicon-based economy in climate change mitigation and carbon-based life health;(5)relevant governance bodies enable AI to Participate in politics,assist in formulating policies and implement them fairly.(6)regions and economic entities develop diverse carbon-based economies based on the non-monetary trading system.展开更多
The circular economy is an innovative concept of both production and consumption.It can reduce wastage,preserve resources,and minimize environmental effects with the help of recycling,recovering resources,and extendin...The circular economy is an innovative concept of both production and consumption.It can reduce wastage,preserve resources,and minimize environmental effects with the help of recycling,recovering resources,and extending the life of products.It works as a pathway to reduce environmental footprints by redesigning production-consumption systems.This review critically examines global circular economy strategies,policy approaches,and persistent barriers that shape environmental footprint outcomes across major sectors.Drawing on a structured narrative review and thematic synthesis,we integrate findings on key circular economy practices,Eco-design,product life extension,reuse,re-manufacturing,recycling,and resource recovery,and assess how they interact with policy instruments such as extended producer responsibility,ecodesign requirements,and waste governance reforms.The analysis highlights that reported benefits(e.g.,reduced material throughput,waste generation,and emissions)are frequently constrained by technological limitations(complex material streams,low-quality recyclate,energy-intensive processing),economic conditions(high upfront costs,weak markets for secondary materials,commodity price volatility),and institutional and behavioral factors(regulatory fragmentation,limited enforcement capacity,low consumer acceptance).We further synthesize methodological challenges in measuring“circularity”and footprint reductions,emphasizing boundary choices,rebound effects,and trade-offs such as increased energy demand or land and water pressures in bio-based substitution.By linking circular economy strategies,barriers,and outcomes in an integrative conceptual framework,the review clarifies why circular transitions often deliver partial gains and identifies leverage points for scaling effective,evidence-based policy and practice.展开更多
基金supported by the Fund of China Scholarship Council(Grant No.202404180010).
文摘This research discusses the core concepts,evolutionary trajectories,inherent differences and intrinsic interconnections between carbon-based and silicon-based life forms.On this basis,we further analyze the potential risks brought by the unbalanced development of carbon and silicon economies.Then we point out a critical reality:although silicon-based life still depends on the assistance of carbon-based life for its evolution at present,the unconstrained growth of the silicon-based economy may ultimately undermine the survival and development of carbon-based economies and carbon-based life itself.We also give the solutions under our new theory,using the revenue and time saved from the silicon-based economy to subsidize the carbon-based economy,and producing more ecological products.The study proposes 6 strategic recommendations:(1)human society should establish a carbon-based life community;(2)environmental institutions produce more essential ecological products for the community,not only for human life;(3)all stakeholders take advantage of silicon-based life while also restricting its unlimited development;(4)countries and industries give full play to the positive role of the silicon-based economy in climate change mitigation and carbon-based life health;(5)relevant governance bodies enable AI to Participate in politics,assist in formulating policies and implement them fairly.(6)regions and economic entities develop diverse carbon-based economies based on the non-monetary trading system.
文摘The circular economy is an innovative concept of both production and consumption.It can reduce wastage,preserve resources,and minimize environmental effects with the help of recycling,recovering resources,and extending the life of products.It works as a pathway to reduce environmental footprints by redesigning production-consumption systems.This review critically examines global circular economy strategies,policy approaches,and persistent barriers that shape environmental footprint outcomes across major sectors.Drawing on a structured narrative review and thematic synthesis,we integrate findings on key circular economy practices,Eco-design,product life extension,reuse,re-manufacturing,recycling,and resource recovery,and assess how they interact with policy instruments such as extended producer responsibility,ecodesign requirements,and waste governance reforms.The analysis highlights that reported benefits(e.g.,reduced material throughput,waste generation,and emissions)are frequently constrained by technological limitations(complex material streams,low-quality recyclate,energy-intensive processing),economic conditions(high upfront costs,weak markets for secondary materials,commodity price volatility),and institutional and behavioral factors(regulatory fragmentation,limited enforcement capacity,low consumer acceptance).We further synthesize methodological challenges in measuring“circularity”and footprint reductions,emphasizing boundary choices,rebound effects,and trade-offs such as increased energy demand or land and water pressures in bio-based substitution.By linking circular economy strategies,barriers,and outcomes in an integrative conceptual framework,the review clarifies why circular transitions often deliver partial gains and identifies leverage points for scaling effective,evidence-based policy and practice.
