A sustainable proposal for the fishing chain: Innovative, sustainable, eco-friendly, and social-economic viable

IF 5.3 2区环境科学与生态学 Q2 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Environmental Development Pub Date : 2025-09-02 DOI:10.1016/j.envdev.2025.101343

Robson Andreazza, Carolina Faccio Demarco, Josiane Pinheiro Farias, Simone Pieniz, Maurizio Silveira Quadro

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Abstract

The predominant linear model in fisheries supply chains results in substantial resource inefficiencies, environmental degradation, and socioeconomic challenges, particularly in small-scale fishing communities. Despite the increasing recognition of circular economy principles as a sustainable alternative, their application in artisanal fisheries remains underexplored. This study addresses this critical gap by proposing an innovative circular economy framework for the Z-3 Fishing Community in Pelotas, Brazil. Based on over a decade of interdisciplinary research and community engagement, this model integrates the valorization of fish by-products into high-value applications, such as biodiesel, fertilizers, and animal feed. Utilizing a qualitative case study approach that includes participatory observation, unstructured interviews, and bibliographic research, the findings demonstrate that circular strategies can significantly reduce fish waste, enhance resource efficiency, and foster local economic resilience. This research provides empirical evidence supporting the transition from a linear to a circular system, offering a replicable and scalable solution to mitigate environmental impacts while improving the livelihoods of small-scale fishers.

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渔业链可持续发展建议：创新、可持续、生态友好、社会经济可行

渔业供应链中占主导地位的线性模式导致资源效率低下、环境退化和社会经济挑战，特别是在小规模渔业社区。尽管人们日益认识到循环经济原则是一种可持续的替代办法，但它们在手工渔业中的应用仍未得到充分探索。本研究通过为巴西佩洛塔斯的Z-3渔业社区提出一个创新的循环经济框架，解决了这一关键差距。基于十多年的跨学科研究和社区参与，该模型将鱼类副产品的增值整合到高价值应用中，如生物柴油、肥料和动物饲料。利用定性案例研究方法，包括参与式观察、非结构化访谈和书目研究，研究结果表明，循环战略可以显著减少鱼类浪费，提高资源效率，并培养当地经济弹性。本研究提供了支持从线性系统向循环系统过渡的经验证据，提供了可复制和可扩展的解决方案，以减轻环境影响，同时改善小规模渔民的生计。

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Environmental Development Social Sciences-Geography, Planning and Development

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