Economy-wide material flow accounts

Economy-wide material flow accounts (EW-MFA) are a systematic framework for measuring and analyzing the physical flows of materials within an economy over a specific period. These accounts track the extraction, import, export, and disposal of materials, providing insights into how resources are used and managed in an economy. The key components of EW-MFA include: 1. **Material Inputs**: This includes all raw materials that enter the economy from nature (e.g.