| Title |
Application of circular economy principles in the tourism sector / |
| Authors |
Kiaušienė, Ilona ; Hladkova, Valeriia ; Makūnaitė, Greta |
| DOI |
10.15544/mts.2024.04 |
| Full Text |
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| Is Part of |
Management theory and studies for rural business and infrastructure development.. Kaunas : Vytautas Magnus University. 2024, vol. 46, no. 1, p. 31-44.. ISSN 1822-6760. eISSN 2345-0355 |
| Keywords [eng] |
sustainability ; circular economy principles ; tourism ; hospitality and accommodation establishments |
| Abstract [eng] |
In order toimplement a closed-loop system, which leads to a more responsible and efficient management of resources, the traditional principle of “take, use, throw away”has been gradually replaced by more sustainable circular economy principles in recent years. However, even if it is recognised that resources are limited and that the linear model is no longer viable, the tourism industry as a whole has not shown a clear and decisive shift towards a more circular tourism model. And it is circular economy solutions and circular economy principles applied in the tourism sector that would allow changing trends and reducethe use of natural resources, waste,and CO2emissions. The aim of the research is to investigate the peculiarities of the application of circular economy principles in the tourism sector. The research was carried out in 12 establishments inthe tourism sector using the qualitative research method ofinterviews. During the research, it was found that the “Reduce-Repeat-Recycle”(3R) principle is mostly applied in establishments providing hospitality and accommodation services based onthe principles of the circular economy.The principles of the circular economy are applied in order to promote sustainability, solve environmental problems, optimize the use of resources,and reduce waste. However, despite the obvious benefits of circular economy practices, establishments also face challenges in their implementation. |
| Published |
Kaunas : Vytautas Magnus University |
| Type |
Journal article |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2024 |
| CC license |
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