D2.3 Advancement of sustainability assessment knowledge: final

The goal of achieving a net-zero emissions European economy by 2050 demands a shift from linear, fossil-based systems to circular, bio-based systems. This transition is vital for meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and reconciling environmental protection with sustainable growth. However, the complexity of the transition relies on societal transformations, cutting-edge technologies, and multi-actor processes, requiring a new societal and economic framework and policy priorities that align with the European Green Deal. In this context, monitoring systems, modelling techniques and data are key tools to support policy making and facilitate a better understanding of the complexity, trade-offs, and potential pathways to achieve a sustainable transition to a circular bio-based economy.

This report presents the results of the work carried out in SUSTRACK T2.2, which builds upon other tasks already carried out in the project. First, D1.1 gave a comprehensive overview of the environmental, economic, social and cultural limitations of the linear, fossil-based economy. It also identified gaps in overcoming these barriers in terms of knowledge, practical implementation and opportunities, and mentioned requiring effective strategies and policies, and collaboration among policymakers, research institutes and public opinion leaders to promote sustainable developments.