Blockchain-driven circular economy. Enhancing transparency and collaboration across global value chains

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Date and time of the thesis defence

Place of the thesis defence

Linnanmaa, Lo124

Topic of the dissertation

Blockchain-driven circular economy. Enhancing transparency and collaboration across global value chains

Doctoral candidate

Degree of Master of Science in Business and Economics Eduardo Acosta Llano

Faculty and unit

University of Oulu Graduate School, Oulu Business School, Department of Marketing, Management and International Business

Subject of study

International Business

Opponent

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) John Bessant, University of Exeter

Custos

Professor Pia Hurmelinna-Laukkanen, University of Oulu

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How transparent and secure information flow can promote the circular economy in global value chains

This doctoral dissertation explores how transparent, decentralized, and secure information flow can support the implementation of the circular economy at different levels – in companies, industrial networks, and policymaking – particularly within international value chains.

The study focuses on how technologies like blockchain can enhance material traceability and information sharing to support sustainable development. The research is based on case studies from the Nordic region.
Last updated: 4.6.2025