Authors: Kersty Hobson and Nicholas Lynch
Date of publish: June 2016
Why did we conduct this research?
A change in the consumption and behavioral pattern is obvious if we aim for a real future for all. Nevertheless, for some, the approach of circular economy falls into a "radical" approach. This paper breaks down such assumptions and explains why it does indeed fit in the new era.
Key findings:
- Society of hyperconsumerism.
- The social and cultural meanings of ‘exchange’ require further exploration and expansion.
- Need for building a ground for non-monetary forms of sharing and swapping goods, ideas and experiences, many of which will be pivotal to a truly transformative agenda.
