Behavioral change for the circular economy: A review with focus on electronic waste management in the EU
Parajuly, Keshav, Fitzpatrick, Colin, Muldoon, Orla and Kuehr, Ruediger, (2020). Behavioral change for the circular economy: A review with focus on electronic waste management in the EU. Resources, Conservation & Recycling: X, 6(100035), 1-9
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Sub-type Journal article Author Parajuly, Keshav
Fitzpatrick, Colin
Muldoon, Orla
Kuehr, RuedigerTitle Behavioral change for the circular economy: A review with focus on electronic waste management in the EU Appearing in Resources, Conservation & Recycling: X Volume 6 Issue No. 100035 Publication Date 2020-05 Place of Publication Bonn, Limerick Publisher Elsevier Start page 1 End page 9 Language eng Abstract In recent years, electrical and electronic products (e-products) have been central to the discussion of resource sustainability due to their growing demand, use of critical resources, and challenges in managing the resulting waste stream (e-waste). As such, the concept of circular economy, which seeks to ‘design out’ waste by better products, practices and business models, is deemed to be very relevant for e-products. The nature of circular systems mandates a collective effort of businesses, consumers, and governments. While the techno-economic sides of the circular economy have attracted large attention in recent years, the role of consumer behavior – a critical factor in defining the long-term success of ‘sustainable production and consumption’ initiatives – remains less explored. In this context, this paper explores the potential of integrating lessons from behavioral sciences to facilitate circular economy in e-waste management. It offers a review of prominent behavioral theories and their application in the context of sustainable consumption and pro-environmental behaviors. Finally, the paper identifies opportunities for behavioral interventions in improving e-waste management and in achieving a more circular economy. Keyword Consumer behavior
Circular economy
E-waste
WEEE
Electronic waste
Sustainable consumption
Behavior changeCopyright Holder The Authors Copyright Year 2020 Copyright type Creative commons ISSN 2590289X DOI 10.1016/j.rcrx.2020.100035 -
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