On the Margins of the Circular Economy in Barcelona

This article provides a compelling case study on the Poblenou neighborhood of Barcelona, exploring the intersection between informal labor and innovative design within the circular economy. It juxtaposes the essential, street-level work of "chatarreros" (scrap metal collectors) with the high-tech biomaterial research at Fab Lab Barcelona, highlighting the shared challenges of collection, processing, and skill-building across both sectors.