Analyzing the sustainability factors of the Far Eastern Federal District under the circular economy implementation

Subject. The article considers the circular economy introduction as a key tool for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals approved by the UN, and the problems of uneven socio-economic development of regions. Objectives. The study aims at working out a methodological approach to assess the level of sustainable development of region, taking into account social, economic, and environmental factors. Methods. We employed methods of comparative analysis. Results. We offered an integrated indicator formula to assess factors in the circular economy, unveiled factors hindering the development of the circular economy in the regions of the Far Eastern Federal District. Conclusions. The use of the integrated indicator enables to assess the level of stability of the constituent entity of the Russian Federation as a whole, as well as to determine the development of each group of factors of sustainable development.