This book describes and analyses necessities for a more resource-efficient world. Authors across Europe, discuss solutions for a more sustainable use of natural resources and present good practice examples – such as repair services, digitalised construction projects and chemical leasing. The book addresses decision-makers and experts from the fields of policy development, industry, academia, civil society, and the media. Ecologic Institute's Mandy Hinzmann, Nick Evans, Terri Kafyeke, Stephen Bell and Martin Hirschnitz-Garbers took on the role of managing editors.

Ecologic Institute supported the German Environment Agency (UBA) as managing editors with the preparation of the Factor X book by Harry Lehmann. The book discusses developments in society and politics and presents strategies and concrete examples of achieving more sustainable resource use in practice. It addresses researchers, policy-makers and practitioners interested in resource efficiency and the circular economy.