RESEARCH: 4 policy tools for more sustainable businesses and a circular economy
More and more companies want to reduce resource use, invest in recycling and develop circular business models. But the transition is complex and clear policy instruments are needed to drive progress. This is the view of two researchers who have studied sustainable innovations and measures to strengthen the circular economy.
RESEARCHER: Sustainability rules absolutely necessary – now an urgency to support small businesses
The EU is stepping up the pace of climate change adaptation with a series of new rules for businesses. Some in the Swedish business community are furious about the increased regulatory burden, while others see competitive advantages in the effort. Susanne Arvidsson, associate professor of business administration at Lund University, gives the background to the rules – and raises a warning finger.
Book tip: Circular entrepreneurial ecosystems
As the EU’s Green Deal and other regulations put pressure on companies to shift to more sustainable business models, interest in the circular economy is growing. But how can businesses take advantage of circular economy opportunities to achieve sustainability goals?
NEW RESEARCH | How politicians can be more successful with big social missions
Social missions have become a popular way to address major societal challenges, such as climate change and industrial transition. But how should policy decisions be designed to ensure the success of missions?
NEW RESEARCH | When innovation creates friction – 4 strategies to resolve conflict
When new technologies are introduced into an organization, conflicts often arise between different stakeholders. But these conflicts can be both a barrier and a driver of innovation – if managed properly.
BOOK TIPS | Navigating the digital future
How does digitalization affect entrepreneurship, business models and sustainable development? In the research anthology Digital Entrepreneurship in Science, Technology and Innovation, more than 40 international researchers provide in-depth analyses of the complex interplay between digital technology and societal development.
Step by step: How small businesses succeed with blockchain
Small and medium-sized enterprises can benefit greatly from blockchain technology, but learning it can be overwhelming. New research presents a method to get started.
SÖDERTÖRN RESEARCHER: How to make archipelago entrepreneurship flourish
Logistical barriers, high costs and fragmented policy decisions complicate the lives of many archipelago entrepreneurs. At the same time, local innovation can pave the way for a prosperous future. But a national strategy is needed that takes the needs of island communities seriously.
RESEARCH FUNDING: Millions rain down on newly graduated researchers
6 out of 10 people working in scale-ups burn out – why? How can major changes in the business environment lead to new business ideas? These are examples of areas to be studied by two relatively new entrepreneurship researchers who have each received SEK 2 million in Wallander scholarships.
Unsustainable fashion industry: radical innovations for a sustainable transition – and obstacles along the way
We are inundated with news about the unsustainable fashion industry, with China’s Shein and Temu leading the way. But parts of the industry are working on product innovations to become more circular. At the same time, there are obstacles on the road to a sustainable fashion industry. Find out in our conversations with two researchers who have studied innovation in the fashion industry.
