scholarly journals The e-consumer as part of a circular economy

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (1(55)) ◽  
pp. 60-68
Author(s):  
Paweł Lorek
Keyword(s):  
Economic System ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Consumption Patterns ◽  
Literature Analysis ◽  
Economy Model ◽  
Interesting Issue ◽  
Internet Technologies ◽  
Economic Barriers

The article is related to the problem of the transition of today’s economic system towards a circular economy model. This transformation is becoming a necessity due to environmental limitations. An interesting issue is the role of ICT in this matter, especially internet technologies. According to the presented analysis, these technologies do have capabilities to support consumer activities, which are consistent with the principles of a circular economy. This support can be essential for changing consumer’s attitudes and making their consumption patterns more sustainable. Nevertheless, there are some technical, social and economic barriers which may occur during this process. Literature analysis and critical analysis were used as research methods. The article concludes that, despite many barriers, the potential of internet technologies for circular economy support is very promising

scholarly journals New Kids on the Recycling Block: the Role of Supermarkets and Bodegas for Sustainable Consumer Behaviour in Lima

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elena Borasino ◽  
Hanna Fuhrmann-Riebel
Keyword(s):  
Municipal Solid Waste ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Consumer Behaviour ◽  
Consumption Patterns ◽  
Direct Influence ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Depth Analysis ◽  
Pros And Cons

AbstractOnly 4% of total municipal solid waste in Lima is recycled. Supermarkets and bodegas are in a unique, highly relevant position for the transition towards a circular economy due to their direct influence on customers’ consumption patterns. This paper explores the role of supermarkets and bodegas for consumer recycling behaviour, looking both at already implemented practices and possibilities for the future. Based on semi-structured interviews conducted with key actors in the recycling sector in 2019 and 2020, we analyse the sector regarding its main actors and their different interests, the interactions between them and the regulatory framework, as well as specific initiatives undertaken to increase recycling. We then compare the main mechanisms through which consumer recycling behaviour can be influenced between supermarkets and bodegas based on the three categories convenience, knowledge and socio-psychological factors. Our in-depth analysis outlines the different pros and cons for each of the three categories in detail.

scholarly journals PERĖJIMAS PRIE ŽIEDINĖS EKONOMIKOS: STABDANČIŲ IR SKATINANČIŲ VEIKSNIŲ SĄVEIKA MIKRO-, MEZO- IR MAKROLYGMENIMIS / TRANSITION TO CIRCULAR ECONOMY: BARRIERS AND DRIVERS INTERACTION AT MICRO, MESO AND MACRO LEVELS

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (0) ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Tomaš Jusel ◽  
Aurelija Burinskienė
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Environmental Impact ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Scientific Literature ◽  
Macro Level ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Economy Model ◽  
Meso Level ◽  
Economic Barriers ◽  
Micro Level

Threats caused by linear economy pushes humanity for transition to circular economy model. At macro level benefits of circular economy are seen very clearly, due to that, governments set priorities to reduce the environmental impact of economic growth and encourage businesses and consumers to implement circular economy principles. However, implementation of circular economy at micro level, by businesses and consumers, still appears to be in early stages. The purpose of this article is to create holistic view of barriers and drivers of circular economy, which would help to understand ways for encouraging business and consumer to use circular economy principles. For this purpose, 28 circular economy barriers and 22 circular economy drivers described in scientific literature was analysed. The result of the analysis - created system of circular economic barriers and drivers, which shows: directions for required macro level support to promote the transition of micro and meso level to circular economy model; way for benefits generated by micro and meso level, to achieve a macro level environment. The results of the research are theoretical and refer to the direction of further research.

scholarly journals The Environmental Kuznets Curve: Recycling and the Role of Habit Formation

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 367-387
Author(s):  
Myrto Kasioumi
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Environmental Kuznets Curve ◽  
Habit Formation ◽  
Kuznets Curve ◽  
Output Curve ◽  
Economy Model ◽  
The Relationship

Our analysis focuses on a novel theoretical model which explains the relationship between pollution and output as well as recycling and output in the context of the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) framework. Our model incorporates habit formation on recycling in a circular economy model and we find that the EKC is characterized by a downward sloping curve, while the recycling output curve by an increasing curve, results which are both in agreement with the general patterns of these curves supported by the literature.

Coherence in law: A way to stimulate the transition towards a circular economy? A critical analysis of the European Commission's aspiration to achieve full coherence between chemicals legislation and waste legislation – and product legislation

2021 ◽  
pp. 1023263X2110486
Author(s):  
Ida Mae de Waal
Keyword(s):  
Life Cycle ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Policy Documents ◽  
Eu Policy ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
The Eu

This article examines the (lack of) coherence between the legislative fields that govern the life cycle of materials and products and thus are relevant to the transition towards a circular economy in the EU: EU chemicals, product and waste legislation. After examining the notion of coherence in law, it provides insight into the role of coherence in EU chemicals, product and waste legislation in light of the transition towards a circular economy. The article examines the (possible) issues that exist at the interface between these three legislative fields by reviewing literature and EU policy documents and looks into the relation between these issues and the (lack of) coherence between EU chemicals, product and waste legislation. It is argued that, when looked at in light of the transition towards a circular economy, several issues might be related to a lack of coherence. Nonetheless, the aspiration to achieve full coherence should be looked at critically.

scholarly journals The Role of Institutions in Creating Circular Economy Pathways for Regional Development

2021 ◽  
pp. 107049652199187
Author(s):  
Maryna Henrysson ◽  
Cali Nuur
Keyword(s):  
Circular Economy ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Economy Model ◽  
The Past ◽  
Institutional Determinants ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
History Of ◽  
Directed Transformation ◽  
Market Networks

In the past decade, the circular economy has gained attention as a mechanism of transition toward a regenerative, low carbon, and resource-efficient society. As the history of previous radical transformations shows, successful transition toward the circular economy cannot take place without understanding the institutional features of industrial transformations. This article highlights the significance of institutions by placing the circular economy model in the context of the natural resource–based sector and discusses the importance of institutions in regional path development. The article identifies three institutional determinants of both endogenous and directed transformation toward the circular economy model in the regional context: (i) proximity of physical flows and assets, (ii) maturation and diversity of market networks, and (iii) inherent values and patterns of cooperation. This article offers a starting point for future studies of circular economy transitions and the role of institutions as enabling, as well as at times obstructing transition environments.

Business-groups in Russian industries

2004 ◽  
pp. 121-134 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Avdasheva
Keyword(s):  
Industrial Organization ◽  
Economic System ◽  
Institutional Economics ◽  
Business Groups ◽  
Control Rights ◽  
Organization And Management ◽  
Russian Economy ◽  
Main Determinants ◽  
Soviet Economic System

The chapter of “Institutional Economics” textbook is devoted to the development of business-groups as a specific feature of industrial organization in the Russian economy. The main determinants of forming and functioning of business-groups such as allocation of property rights in Soviet enterprises, networks of directors and executive authorities in the Soviet economic system as well as import of new institutes and inefficient state enforcement are in the center of analysis. Origins, structure, organization and management within the groups and the role of shareholding and informal control rights are considered.

The Role of Behavioral Models in the Ontological Structure of Modern Macroeconomics

2013 ◽  
pp. 98-110
Author(s):  
M. Likhachev
Keyword(s):  
Economic System ◽  
Government Regulation ◽  
Institutional Structure ◽  
Economic Environment ◽  
Behavioral Models ◽  
Macroeconomic Models ◽  
Basic Characteristics ◽  
Practical Implications

Behavioral models are considered in the paper as the link between the description of the institutional structure of the economic system and the formation of macro-aggregates, reflecting the results of its operations. The degree of homogeneity of the private sector’s economic environment and complementary goals of private entities and government regulation are noted as basic characteristics of behavioral models. The author examines the differences in the estimates of these characteristics as one of the most important factors underpinning the architecture of modern macroeconomic models and their practical implications.

The role of Constitutional Courts in Transitional Justice: Colombia and South Africa

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (15) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadiehezka Paola Palencia Tejedor
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Structural Analysis ◽  
Transitional Justice ◽  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Historical Context ◽  
Constitutional Courts ◽  
Political Background ◽  
Similarities And Differences ◽  
Peace And Reconciliation

This work focuses on a compared analysis of the South Afri- can decision related to the “peace and reconciliation act” of this country’s Parliament, and the Colombian decision regarding the amendment of the constitution called “The juridical framework for the peace.” Turning to the structure, it is developed in three major topics: 1. It provides a brief of the historical context, political background and an overview of the two decisions.2. It gives a structural analysis of the powers that each Court has and the nature of the constitutional mechanism through which both Courts decided the constitutionality of the said norms 3. It presents a critical analysis on the similarities and differences between the two systems and judgments. It presents some con- clusions. 

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