Smart Business Models for Sustainability in Circular and Climate Neutral Economy

Discover the essential guide to building a sustainable future with the two-volume Springer series Business Models for Sustainability in Circular and Climate Neutral Economy. Developed by leading experts from the E³UDRES² European University Alliance, these books offer a comprehensive exploration of innovative business models that drive smart, resilient and sustainable regional development across Europe. Volume 1: Creating Opportunities for Smart and Sustainable Regions presents cutting-edge theoretical frameworks and real-world case studies, including the transformation of cities into circular economies, sustainable practices in different industries, communities, regions and the integration of digital technologies for environmental impact. Dive into chapters on ESG, digital product passports and consumer behavior to understand the full spectrum of challenges and opportunities in the transition to circular business models. Volume 2: Managing Opportunities for Smart and Sustainable Regions delivers practical models and tested solutions for managing sustainability in diverse regional contexts. Learn from validated cases on sustainable competitiveness, collaborative innovation, green human resource management and strategic roadmaps for future business models. Each chapter is grounded in empirical research and collaborative innovation, providing actionable insights for academics, practitioners and policymakers. Key features describing the added-vale creation of this book series are: 1. Pan-European Perspective by contributions from nine countries and over 30 associated partners, offering a rich diversity of experiences and solutions; 2. Real-World Application because of the practice-oriented research, case studies and implementation frameworks for immediate impact; 3. Interdisciplinary Approach covers business, technology, policy and education, making it relevant for a wide audience; 4. Educational Value ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in sustainability, business models, circular economy and regional development. 5. Future-Focused via Insights into digital transformation, ESG and emerging technologies shaping tomorrow’s sustainable business landscape. Whether you are a researcher, student, consultant or business leader, this series is your roadmap to understand and implement sustainable business models for a circular and climate-neutral economy. Join the movement towards smarter, greener and more resilient regions. Start your journey with these indispensable volumes