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Maximizing Sustainability: The Application of Digital Twins in Circular Economy Practices

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: With the growing focus on sustainability, the use of Digital Twins (DTs) to facilitate sustainable actions has shown immense potential, aiding waste management, resource optimisation, product design, cost savings, and maintenance. Digital Twin in Circular Economy can enhance information and material flows by improving transparency and traceability. This paper analyses and discusses the application of DT technology in the Circular Economy, focusing on its functions, architectural configurations, and use cases. This work shows how DT-based solutions support circular practices across multiple sectors to achieve sustainability outcomes.

Source: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Technology

DOI: 10.53941/rset.2026.100004

Authors: Concetta Semeraro, Sama Jamal Ahmad Biyrouti, Haya Aljaghoub, Mariateresa Caggiano, Michele Dassisti

Institutions: University of Sharjah, Polytechnic University of Bari

Language: English

Topic: Digital Transformation in Industry

Subfield: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7160625928

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