Speculating on the application of blockchains in the circular economy

Plinio Limata
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Plinio Limata: LUMSA University

No wpC32, CERBE Working Papers from CERBE Center for Relationship Banking and Economics

Abstract: Can the blockchain be the infrastructure of the circular economy paradigm? In the present paper, we first explore the concepts of the blockchain and circular economy and consider why and how they could interact. Our inquiry of the literature provides a positive theoretical answer. However, shortcomings are also reviewed in terms of their practical implementation. Much will depend on how the blockchain technology and its functionalities (e.g., smart contracts, distributed autonomous organizations) will be able to support the circular economy ecosystem.

Keywords: Blockchain; Circular Economy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 19 pages
Date: 2019-11
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