Conceptualizing the Circular Economy (Revisited): An Analysis of 221 Definitions

• Published in: Resources, conservation and recycling Vol. 194; p. 107001
• Main Authors: Kirchherr, Julian, Yang, Nan-Hua Nadja, Schulze-Spüntrup, Frederik, Heerink, Maarten J., Hartley, Kris
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 01.07.2023
• Subjects: 4R Framework; Circular economy; Content analysis; Definitions; stakeholders; Sustainable development; Systematic review; 4R Framework; Systematic review; Circular economy; Sustainable development; Definitions; Content analysis

•Most comprehensive analysis of circular economy definitions in scholarly discourse.•221 definitions examined, many mentioning that a fundamental shift is needed for CE.•Questions linger regarding compatibility of sustainability and economic growth.•Varied understandings about CE can result in conce...