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    This paper provides an introduction to some of the fundamental principles and approaches in environmental economics which are of significance to achieving an integrated sustainability science.
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    This paper written by Cait Lamberton and Randall Rose published in the Journal of Marketing conceptualizes commercial sharing systems within a typology of shared goods.
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    This report imagines four potential scenarios that explore challenges for platform labour, as well as how the collaborative economy could contribute to public service provision and social innovation.
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    In this paper, Benjamin G. Edelman and Michael Luca test for racial discrimination against landlords on Airbnb.
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    The research provides an empirical example of how blockchain tech can be used by multi-sided platforms, and reveals that multi-sided platforms can use blockchain technology as a driver for business model innovation.
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    Vision and Action Plan for Glasgow's path towards a circular economy
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    An extensive guide to help municipalities navigate the complexities of the sharing economy.
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    Ride-sourcing is a convenient and efficient mode of transport, but adequate policies to regulate this new player are required.
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