Towards a circular economy: Insights from a UK rural community
Cherrington, R; Manolchev, C; Alexander, AT
Date: 6 June 2023
Conference paper
Publisher
International Society for Professional Innovation Management (ISPIM)
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Abstract
While much research has focused on embedding circular economy
practices in urban contexts, there is growing interest in the opportunities and
challenges offered by underdeveloped rural settings. This paper contributes to
this emerging field of research through findings from 31 participants drawn
from business and community groups ...
While much research has focused on embedding circular economy
practices in urban contexts, there is growing interest in the opportunities and
challenges offered by underdeveloped rural settings. This paper contributes to
this emerging field of research through findings from 31 participants drawn
from business and community groups in a peripheral region situated in the
Southwest of the UK. Using grounded theory analysis of interview, participant
observation and workshop scripts, it identifies four critical enablers to the
implementation of regional circular economy practices. First, cultural
adaptation of production and consumption practices to new business
responsibilities; second, regional governance enabled by appropriate legislative
provisions; third, the mitigation of business rivalry by collaborative social
systems; and, finally, interdependent action by business, government, and
community groups. The study concludes with recommendations of how further
research can shape industrial strategy and influence future regional and national
policy and practice.
Management
Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy
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