Meer, E.Z. van der (2019) Working towards the Circular Economy An analysis of the drivers, barriers and challenges experienced by circular entrepreneurs located in the Northern Netherlands. Master thesis.
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Abstract
There is a need for an economic model that differs from the idea that rising prosperity is inherently linked to ever increasing resource consumption. The Circular Economy (CE) is a concept that aims to offer this alternative economic model. The transition to a CE depends on entrepreneurs implementing innovative business models. Limited information exists on their motivations to do so and the barriers they face in this process. This research aimed to find answers to these questions through a qualitative case-study design. Important motives mentioned by entrepreneurs were their intrinsic motivation and the opportunity to enter new markets. Market demand, difficulty in obtaining financial capital, institutional-, and societal context were mentioned as main barriers impeding the transition to a CE. This information can be used to improve policies that contribute to the national goal of having a CE in 2050.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Degree programme: | Economic Geography |
| Supervisor: | Brouwer, A.E. |
| Date Deposited: | 23 Apr 2020 05:26 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Apr 2020 05:26 |
| URI: | https://frw.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/1321 |
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