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