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Analysis of circular strategies: A case study of the food processing industry

Raquel Fernandez-Gonzalez, Rosa Maria Ricoy-Casas, Zita Graca Teixeira Pereira, Jorge Eduardo Vila Biglieri

This research investigates the implementation of the circular economy in the Galician canned fish and seafood sector. This sector is crucial, producing 225,000 t annually and representing 75% of Spain’s total production, significantly contributing to the regional economy and employment. Moreover, this industry significantly contributes to the regional economy employing around 12,000 people. Using the PESTLE methodology, the study systematically and holistically examines the most relevant…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-5-007

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Circular economy practices, green innovation and financial performance: The moderating role of big data analytics

Khac Hieu Nguyen, Thi Anh Van Nguyen, Trang Thi Huyen Dang, Sinh Duc Hoang

Environmental pollution and resource degradation have prompted researchers and policymakers to seek solutions. Circular economy practices (CEP) can help enterprises reduce emissions into the environment and move towards sustainable development. CEP has been studied widely in developed countries but less studied in developing countries due to the limited application of CEP in enterprises and the limitation of data. This paper aims to analyse the effect of CEP on financial performance, including…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-5-014

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Leadership role in sustainable future of circular economy: Climate, economy, and environment interplay

Ali Junaid Khan, Iza Gigauri, Sana Fayyaz, Gheorghina-Liliana Birladeanu, Iffat Sabir Chaudhry

The issue of climate change is a significant concern in contemporary society characterized by a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment. Asian nations are also dealing with issues related to climate change. The objective of this study is to ascertain the relationship between climate change and its impact on both the economy and the environment. This research examines the moderating influence of leadership skills on the variables of climate change, the economy, and the…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-5-015

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Evaluation of circular economy indicators seeking sustainable development goals

Ugnius Jakubelskas, Viktorija Skvarciany

To tackle climate change, resource scarcity, and environmental degradation, the circular economy (CE) is gaining popularity as a key tool for promoting sustainability by harmonising societal, economic, and environmental needs and contributing to global sustainable development goals. This research aims at determining which circular economy indicators most significantly impact the sustainable development goals (SDGs) in European Union (EU) countries. Panel regression analysis was used to…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-5-018

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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The intersection of ecological leadership and GHRM: A blueprint for a circular economy

Nosheen Qadeer, Noureen Fatima

The circular economy now plays a crucial role in addressing ecological challenges. The exact function of green human management (GHRM) in transitioning to a circular economy has yet to be determined. Manufacturing firms are taking steps to enhance their sustainability practices to support the circular economy. The relationship between organizational green actions and GHRM in the transition to a circular economy remains uncertain. This study intends to discover the relationship among…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-5-019

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Towards a greener future: Renewable energy and economic sustainability in Europe

Muhammad Usman, Shahbaz Imran, Ahsan Akbar, Marcela Sokolova

The transition towards the use of renewable energy sources has been considered for a long time concerning their capabilities in promoting economic sustainability. Therefore, this study aims to examine the role of renewable energy in achieving economic sustainability in the European region. Empirical data was collected with the help of Eurostat to analyze the proposed relationship. Macro-level data from twenty-eight (28) European countries is collected, and the final dataset contains statistics…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-5-020

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Central European sustainable economy: The role of green finance, technological innovation, and circular economy

Kwabena Nsiah Takyi, Alina Cristina Nuta, Beata Gavurova, Charles Ofori, Felix Puime-Guillen

The European Green Deal has clarified the need to evaluate the factors affecting the ecological footprint and find strategies to reduce their impact. The study evaluates the correlation between green finance, technological innovation, circular economy, urbanization, energy consumption, economic progress, and ecological footprint. It analyzes data from Central European communities from 1990 to 2022, using robust econometric evaluations, including common correlated effect mean group (CCEMG) and…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-003

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Taxation and informality in the labor market: Implications for the transition to a circular economy

Ignacio Picatoste-Novo, Asuncion Lopez-Arranz, Xose Picatoste

This paper explores the intricate relationships between the sustainable development goals (SDGs) with a specific focus on SDG8 (decent work and economic growth), and key circular economy (CE) indicators: recycling, resource efficiency, waste reduction, and CO2 emissions reduction. This study introduces a log-linear model to analyze the synergies and trade-offs between SDG8 and CE indicators, emphasizing the critical role of fiscal policies and informality in shaping sustainable outcomes.…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-004

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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From innovativeness to sustainable transportation: Managing electric vehicles adoption in a circular economy progressor

Ensar Mekic, Alen Residovic, Ramo Palalic, Francisco Rodriguez de Prado

Although numerous studies have explored the electric vehicles (EVs) adoption, the theory of reasoned action (TRA) is underutilized, while the role of consumer innovativeness in predicting purchase intent and behavior remains unclear. This study focuses on the interplay among attitude towards EVs, subjective norm, consumer innovativeness, purchase intention and actual behavior. A structured survey was applied in 2024 to collect data, and a sample composed of 212 respondents from the United Arab…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-006

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Responsible and sustainable consumption: Understanding drivers to circular economy practices among youth

Nur Zaimah Ubaidillah, Nur Amira Aina Zulkarnain

Waste generation is among Malaysia’s most persistent environmental concerns, with both urban and rural regions trying to cope with the rising volume of waste. Circular economy is an economic model that aims to eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials at their highest value, and regenerate natural systems. It is a shift from the traditional linear “take-make-waste” model to a more sustainable system where resources are used for as long as possible. The concept also reduces…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-007

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Balancing urban growth and green solutions: Rooftop hydroponic farming in the Czech Republic

Tereza Nalezena, Petra Kasparova, Pavel Pelech

The logistics sector has become an integral component of the urban fabric, significantly influencing the gateway areas of cities. In Central Europe, the rapid expansion of warehouse infrastructure has been particularly notable, with the total net warehouse area reaching 59 million square meters in 2023. This development contributes to the formation of urban heat islands, which adversely impact the microclimate of nearby cities, exacerbating environmental challenges. The need for sustainable…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-009

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Examining remittances, emissions, and tourism as drivers of financial well-being and sustainability in post-Soviet nations

Khurram Ajaz Khan, Mohammed Anam Akhtar, Farangiz Sultonova

This study aims to analyse the importance of inward remittances, greenhouse gas emissions, and international tourism in mitigating income disparity in post-Soviet countries, thus improving financial well-being and fostering sustainable practices. Panel data analysis was conducted using annual data from 15 post-Soviet nations, covering the period from 2000 to 2023. The key findings are that a positive shock in greenhouse gas emissions leads to increased income inequality, thereby reducing…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-010

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Research on citizens’ behavior in relation to the use of re-use centers and re-use points

Ales Hes, Martina Svecova, Jana Hinke, Daniela Salkova

The article explores the attitudes and behavior of Czech consumers aged 18+ towards the adoption of secondhand goods within the framework of the circular economy. While the European Union’s Circular economy action plan emphasizes sustainable production and consumption, consumer resistance to re-used goods remains a barrier. The exploratory study aims to identify the perception/attitude/relationship of the Czech population towards the purchase of used items. Detailed knowledge of the customer is…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-011

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Back to the future of fashion: Circularity and consumer ethics

Isabel Novo-Corti, Matias Membiela-Pollan, Diana M. Tirca

This paper examines the primary drivers behind the adoption of circular economy practices in the fashion industry, focusing on sustainable and ethical consumer behaviours in the digital era and future trends in young adults’ engagement. Following an extensive literature review, primary data were used to develop a cross-sectional empirical model, analysed through multiple linear regression. The model focused on the four main variables identified by the academic literature as being linked to…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-013

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Big data analytics and brand reputation: Catalysts for circular economy and sustainable performance

Mohd Fadhil Bin Mohamad Ali, Asad Ur Rehman, Arfan Rehman Sherief, Ayesha Nawal

The circular economy concept is popular because it encourages resource efficiency, sustainable production, a shift in economic thinking, and the creation of higher-skilled jobs. We are unavoidably used to the traditional linear economy cradle-to-cradle model of production and consumption in our contemporary life. This study aims to determine the elements that support and impede Malaysian manufacturing enterprises’ adoption of the big data analytics and circular economy business model, given the…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-014

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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Stakeholder pressure, circular economy, and SME performance: The role of green innovation in emerging markets

Thuan Minh Tu, Phuong Ngoc-Duy Nguyen, Quan Hong Nguyen, Ho Hai Phan, Phuong Kieu Lan Nguyen

Addressing the factors influencing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to implement environmentally friendly manufacturing processes and how they affect their performance is essential for both researchers and practitioners. While the literature has extensively investigated the economic and environmental aspects of the circular approach, it lacks empirical evidence regarding the societal considerations of the circular economy (CE). Using 381 valid responses of SME managers in Vietnam, we…

DOI (& full text): doi.org/10.15240/tul/001/2025-3-015

Section: Transitioning to the green circular economy: The age of VUCA

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