Creating a Blockchain Governance framework for Circular Economy: Preliminary results

Circular Economy principles applied to delivering more sustainable services have the potential to improve efficiency and have a positive impact on the well-being of citizens, their collective and individual behavior, and the overall sustainability of society. Although several research studies are focusing on the positive impact of blockchain technology on circular economy practices, there is a gap in the knowledge on enabling blockchain governance frameworks. The governance of a blockchain project is crucial for its sustainability as it enables stakeholders to discuss and make decisions on how the blockchain should evolve sustainably. The research aims to contribute to the definition of the main features of a blockchain governance framework for circular economy through a cross-analysis of the existing literature regarding blockchain governance frameworks and blockchain circular economy application requirements. The blockchain governance framework for circular economy is demonstrated by the application of a case study. The research results might have a meaningful impact on the operating environment of the public sector which has undergone a fundamental shift towards a more competitive nature with an increasing need for innovative service offerings.