Received:
2024-10-14 | Accepted:
2025-02-14 | Published:
2025-03-30
Title
Circular economy and smart specialisation business strategies: the Dnipropetrovsk region case
Abstract
This article explores the integration of the circular economy in Ukraine's smart specialisation strategies, focusing on a case study of the Dnipro Region. Investigating the symbiotic relationship between these concepts delves into legal aspects and presents an overview of Dnipro's unique economic characteristics. The case study illustrates the city's potential to use the smart specialisation approach to enhance economic growth. Utilising correlation regression analysis, it assesses the region's readiness for circular economy principles. Global case studies offer insights for Dnipro, and a SWOT analysis guides policymakers. In conclusion, the article provides a roadmap for harmoniously integrating circular economy principles and smart specialisation to future-proof Ukraine's regional development trajectories.
Keywords
circular economy, smart specialization, circular business models, sustainable development, regional development, Ukraine
JEL classifications
O20
, O10
, R10
URI
http://jssidoi.org/ird/article/189
DOI
Pages
109-130
Funding
This is an open access issue and all published articles are licensed under a
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License
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