Companion to the Circular Economy, Business and Society

This instructive Companion explores how cooperation across sectors in business, policy, civil society, and technology can drive circular economy transitions.Bringing together diverse, international case studies and interdisciplinary research, contributing authors analyse stakeholder cooperation in key areas, including fashion, tourism, digital platforms, and urban mining. From decentralized insect farming and implementing AI tools for food systems to textile waste management and circular packaging innovation, this Companion highlights how to use practical strategies and systemic thinking. Looking to the future, it investigates the role of green skills, partnerships, technologies, legal frameworks, and consumer behaviour in shaping collaborative circular ecosystems.The Companion to the Circular Economy, Business and Society provides a comprehensive guide for scholars, educators, and practitioners seeking to build resilient, re-generative systems through collaboration. Professionals in the business and management industry will also greatly benefit from its insights into cooperative business models and innovation strategies.