Sustainable Innovations and Digital Circular Economy

This book explores how circular economy can be applied globally, and what its reshaping potential could prove for industries, communities, and for our lives in future. It discusses how the concept of a circular economy offers an innovative and transformative approach that not only mitigates the negative impacts of traditional linear models, but also unlocks a vast potential for growth and social progress that is underutilized. In order to achieve the objectives of this book, the design and conceptualization have been based on the advantages, as well as the commitment of digital circular economy to maintain environmental sustainability as per the SDGs. With the goal of inspiring readers and policymakers alike to adopt sustainable practices and drive positive change for their respective industries, this book presents to the readers and policymakers the possibilities of sustainable practices. Additionally, it describes how embracing a digital circular economy can reduce waste, increase resource efficiency, and make the economy more resilient and regenerative. Providing practical examples and policy recommendations along with a strategic roadmap, this book provides useful insights and support in defining a path to a more sustainable future.

Rubee Singh is an Assistant Professor of HR at the Institute of Business Management, GLA University India. She is a post-doctoral researcher (D. Litt.) at Kumaun University, Nainital, India. She holds a Ph.D. in management from Noida International University, India, and an MBA in HR from Dr A.P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, India. Her research interests are in the areas of Sustainability, Digital HRM, Sustainable HRM, Circular Economy, Digital CE, Net Zero, Climate Change, Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence and CSR. 

 Vikas Kumar is an Associate Dean for Research, Innovation and Enterprise, at Birmingham City University, UK. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Studies from the University of Exeter, UK. Prof Kumar has over a decade of teaching and research experience and is a leading researcher in the operations and supply chain management field. Prof Kumar has published 6+ books and more than 250 articles in leading international journals and international conferences. He has also generated over £1 million in research funding from various research agencies.