Advancing Circular Economy Models to drive Sustainability Transitions in the Energy Industry

The research explores how to design and advance circular economy (CE) models to support the sustainable transformation of the energy industry. Facing significant environmental, social, and economic challenges, the sector requires innovative approaches to align with global sustainability goals. The study introduces how to build tailored models that translate CE principles into actionable organizational strategies, integrate them with national and international frameworks, and develop tools to address discrepancies, improving the efficacy and efficiency of data collection. Through systematic literature review, case studies, and collaboration with a multinational energy company, it highlights the potential of CE models to foster innovation, enhance resilience, and drive sustainable transitions in resource-intensive industries, while providing practitioners and managers with practical tools and strategies to effectively implement CE principles, align operations with sustainability goals, and enhance decision-making in complex industrial contexts.