THE CHALLENGES OF CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR LABOUR AND EDUCATION MARKETS

The contribution is focused on the circular economy in terms of the demands it places on labour markets and education markets. The target groups on the labour market and the education market are entrepreneurs, start-ups founders, consumers, state administration and regional self-government and citizens who need to acquire knowledge and skills in the field of the circular economy, the reasons for its introduction, manifestation, and results. Society at large and entrepreneurs need to familiarize themselves with topics related to the circular economy, such as innovative and efficient ways of production and consumption, opportunities for local employment and social integration, optimization of waste management, energy savings, benefits for the environment and the like. One of the decisive steps in the circular economy education market will be the professionalization of educators, embedding the idea of sustainability and the socially and environmentally responsible management of economic entities, and achieving competitiveness and prosperity on the market.