… , we found that all the SMEs started as for-profit businesses with the motivation of finding a
solution to a “wicked problem.” … the barriers faced by SMEs when implementing CE initiatives. …

… can be helpful for SMEs in CE implementation and reaching sustainability. On … circular
economy,” “SMEs in Circular Economy,” and “opportunities and challenges in the circular economy…

… of policy implications as to how the main obstacles to implementing CE activities among
European SMEs might be overcome… First, policy makers need to better understand the complex …

… obstacles towards from linear to circular economy (Hopkinson et al., 2018) and proposes a
framework to identify obstacles … the SMEs are implementing and should implement actions to …

… (SMEs) are taking to meet the challenges and opportunities of the circular economy (CE), …
is the principal obstacle to implementing circular economy practices, followed by the lack of …

… Moreover, the CE involves significant challenges for SMEs … , especially for SMEs,
integrated into a strategic methodology for implementing the circular economy in SMEs. This …

… SMEs implementing circular business models through a training program. It highlights lessons
for both policy … of a circular economy to address environmental problems, maximise the …

… implementation of transitioning into the circular economy utilizing sustainable business
models in the construction SMEs… , who share concerns and problems, and who deepen their …

… In addition, bureaucratic difficulty in administration makes it harder for SMEs to implement
CE in their business. For instance, the response time on CE inquiries from the government and …

… or competition challenges when implementing a circular approach, while lack of financial
resources appears to be a key barrier for SMEs wishing to expand their circular operations. …