Mapping circular economy projects: a case study of a major company in the sports & outdoor industry
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Ce document a été publié dans
ICED23, 2023-07-24, Bordeaux. 2023-06-19, vol. 3, p. 2555-2564
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Résumé en anglais
Abstractparticipants have an average annual carbon footprint of 844 kg of carbon dioxide-equivalent emissions. Thus, it is crucial to find solutions that reduce the sports industry's environmental impact. In this context, ...Lire la suite >
Abstractparticipants have an average annual carbon footprint of 844 kg of carbon dioxide-equivalent emissions. Thus, it is crucial to find solutions that reduce the sports industry's environmental impact. In this context, the circular economy emerges as a possible alternative. This paper analyses a sports production and retail company transitioning to the circular economy. First, we identified 154 internal circular projects concerning 89 product categories and classified them into different circular strategies and approaches. Then, we conducted interviews with 33 project representatives. Our results show that repair & maintenance is the most employed loop, but sharing economy and recycling also have an essential role. Each circularity loop presents specific challenges, but personal conviction is the common motivator. However, there is a need for greater allocation of resources such as time and budget. Additionally, strong governance is essential to structure these initiatives.< Réduire
Mots clés en anglais
Circular economy
Sustainability
Sports and Outdoor Industry
Case study
Innovation
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