In an era defined by climate urgency, resource scarcity, and technological disruption, this book offers a compelling roadmap for reimagining supply chains and business models. By weaving together the transformative capabilities of artificial intelligence and blockchain with the principles of the circular economy, it demonstrates how organizations can shift from linear “take-make-dispose” systems to regenerative, data-driven networks that minimize waste, maximize transparency, and build long-term resilience.The book is divided into four parts that provide methodology for learning, applying, and developing the concept of circles as a design-based approach. Through an engaging mix of theory, architectural frameworks, and cross-sector case studies—ranging from digital product passports and reverse logistics in fashion to predictive analytics for smart waste recovery—the book illustrates not only what is possible, but how it can be practically achieved. At its core, it argues that digital technologies are not mere enablers but essential catalysts for achieving global sustainability goals, bridging the gap between boardroom commitments and on-the-ground execution. Case studies and datasets include examples of blockchain-enabled traceability in food supply chains, AI-driven waste management in manufacturing, and regenerative models from renewable energy transitions. Its scope extends across multiple domains: circular supply chain design, resource optimization, waste minimization, traceability, green finance, and Environmental, Social, and Governance-driven business models. Adopting a mixed methods approach, the book offers both academic insights and practical strategies to build resilient and future-ready supply chain systems.Accessible to readers from diverse backgrounds, it is an invaluable resource for researchers, students and scholars, as well as, policymakers, sustainability practitioners, and those interested in how innovation can power the transition to a circular, climate-positive economy.
Manu Sharma is a Professor in the Department of Management Studies, Graphic Era University, Punjab, India.Sanjay Taneja is a Professor in the Department of Management Studies, Graphic Era University, Punjab, India.Ewelina Idziak is an Associate Professor in the Department of Law and Economics, Kazimierz Wielki University, Poland.
Part I: Foundations of Circular Supply Chains 1: A Qualitative Review on the Impact of Consumer Environmental Knowledge on Circular Economy Adoption and Purchase Intentions Ewelina Idziak, Sneha Singh, Sanjay Taneja 2: Government Policy and Circular Supply Chain Performance: Empirical Evidence on Profitability, Efficiency and Sustainability Amar Johri, Ayushi Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur 3: Circular Supply Chains: Unlocking Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Vivek Verma, Praveen Singh, Ercan Ozen 4: Scaling Sustainability: How Circular Supply Chains Drive Growth Zelhuda Shamsuddin, Kaushal Kishore Mishra, Pawan Pant Part II: Technology and Innovation in Circular Systems 5: Transformative Technologies: Shaping the Future of Supply Chains Luan Vardari, Swati Gupta, Raj Kumar 6: Unlocking AI-Driven Supply Chain Agility and Innovation through Intellectual Capital Faizi Weqar, Mohammad Kashif, Mohit Kukreti 7: AI-Driven Insights: Accelerating the Circular Economy Transition Kapil Sharma, Pawan Kumar, Surendran Pillay 8: Blockchain: Revolutionising the Circular Supply Chain Landscape Archana Singh, Girish Lakhera, Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi 9: Blockchain for Transparency and Efficiency in Supply Chains Elif Hasret Kumcu, Jyoti Kumari, Rajat Sharma 10: The Convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain for Circular and Sustainable Systems Andras Szeberenyi, Priyanka Agrawal, Mitushi Singh Part III: Collaboration, Applications, and Real-World Impact 11: Collaboration for Circular Success: Stakeholders and Partnerships in the Circular Economy Sudhanshu Joshi, Janmejai Kumar Shah, Manu Sharma, Mukesh Prasad 12: Global Triumphs: Real-World Success in Circular Supply Chains Cuma Demirtas, Sanjay Taneja, Ayushi, Madhu 13: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities in Adopting Circular Economy in Indian SMEs Khem Chand, Rajesh Tiwari, Rinku Taneja 14: Empowering Circular Supply Chains with Blockchain: Opportunities, Applications, Challenges, and Future Prospects Reepu, Sanjeet Kumar, Davinder Sandhu, Mohit Kant Kaushik 15: Revolutionizing Supply Chain Sustainability through FinTech and Blockchain Technologies Vivek Sharma, Varinderjeet Singh, Rishi Prakash Shukla 16: Emerging Trends in Circular Supply Chains Manisha Semwal, Atul Dhyani, Bhupinder Pal Singh Part IV: Future Directions and Strategic Pathways 17: Navigating the Future: A Strategic Roadmap for Circular Economy Transformation Larisa Mistrean, Chahat Sahani, Pardeep Rathee 18: Green Finance as a Catalyst for Circular Economy Transition: A Review Study of Investor Perceptions Sabina Sehajpal, Mukul Bhatnagar, Rupa Khanna