Abstract

Industry-based solid waste is a huge burden to the environment. Dumping or the burning industrial waste is considered outdated which flitters away resources and demanding virgin materials from the ecosystems to continue the production. A circular economy (CE) seeks to keep resources in use for as long as possible, minimizing waste and dependency on raw materials which is the key factor in growing global emphasis on achieving sustainability. In achieving CE targets in industrial level, integration with Industrial Symbiosis (IS) is considered a critical solution to address waste management challenges. CE focuses on reducing waste, reusing resources, and promoting sustainable production and consumption patterns, while IS emphasizes collaboration between industries to optimize resource use and minimize environmental impact. This book chapter aims to examine how circular economy principles and industrial symbiosis can be jointly applied to improve industrial waste management, highlighting the potential for creating closed-loop processes that enhance resource efficiency. It highlights the importance of technological innovation, supportive policy frameworks, and cultural transformation in realizing this vision. Key challenges include outdated policies, insufficient infrastructure, and public resistance to behavioral change. Howver, the incorporation of advanced technologies, such as AI-powered sorting systems and pneumatic waste pipes, exemplifies the significant strides that can be made toward a waste-free industrial future. Ultimately, this book chapter advocates for the synergistic implementation of CE and IS, proposing a collaborative, integrated approach to waste management that could lead to significant environmental, economic, and social benefits.