noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Describes systems, processes, or structures that are circular or cyclical in nature, often used in technical or environmental contexts.
この地域では循環型の農業が推進されている。
Circular agriculture is being promoted in this region.
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A shift to a circular economy is being called for.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
recycling-oriented; recycling-based
Specifically refers to systems or societies that emphasize recycling and resource circulation; commonly seen in the compound 循環型社会 (recycling-oriented society).
See also: 循環型社会 (じゅんかんがたしゃかい)
日本は循環型社会の構築を目指している。
Japan aims to build a recycling-oriented society.
循環型の製品設計が重要だ。
Recycling-oriented product design is important.
リサイクル is a more direct loanword for 'recycling' as an action; 循環型 is broader, referring to systemic or design-oriented recycling concepts.
Compound of 循環 (circulation, cycle) and 型 (type, model). The term gained prominence in environmental policy contexts, especially with the phrase 循環型社会 (recycling-oriented society).