Corporate social responsibility and circular economy from the perspective of consumers: A cross‐cultural analysis in the cosmetic industry

Kolling, Camila; Ribeiro, José Luís Duarte; Morea, Donato; Iazzolino, Gianpaolo

doi:10.1002/csr.2415

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“…Although some information was retrieved from the Internet, CSUs' websites and secondary sources (e.g., specialized magazines, press in general, and scientific papers), structured interviews provided the main source of data, focusing on individual and group decisions related to the CE approaches adopted and characterized the selected CSUs. Interviews were guided by a case study protocol (Eisenhardt, 1989; Gibbert et al, 2008; Yin, 2003) that was developed according to the literature about CE (De Vita et al, 2023; Kolling et al, 2023; Van Langen et al, 2021). However, during the interviews, further questions emerged based on the answers received.…”

Section: Methodological Approachmentioning

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Exploring environmental and social performances of circular start‐ups: An orientation and certification assessment

Ghisellini,

Quinto,

Passaro

et al. 2023

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The circular economy (CE) aims to deeply transform the current linear model of economy and society into a business model capable to extend the lifetime of resources and decrease environmental impacts. For this to happen, changes in societal systems and production sectors, from micro to macro, are required.The present research, based on a multiple case‐study explorative approach of circular start‐ups (CSUs), investigates their adoption of environmental impact assessment methods, environmental and social certifications and contribution to a better integration of the social dimension in the CE model. Results indicate that three out of six CSUs carefully measure and certify their environmental and social impacts. Life Cycle Assessment resulted the most adopted environmental assessment method, while two CSUs are also certified benefit corporations. CSUs are mainly oriented toward the use of quantitative methods for the measurement of environmental and social impacts. Additional efforts are still needed toward the implementation of qualitative methods to properly highlight the achievement of social benefits (environmental and social awareness, employees' engagement, work time and free time balance, consumers health and safety, among others) for their stakeholders (workers, local community, consumers). Nevertheless, CSUs case studies highlight their potential of supporting the transition toward a fair CE while at the same time facilitating the integration of social dimension aspects into the CE model. Finally, by developing appropriate business to consumer models, CSUs can strongly affect consumption behaviors and habits, making them also more aware and responsible of their environmental and social life cycle impacts and improvement potential.

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Section: Methodological Approachmentioning

confidence: 99%

Exploring environmental and social performances of circular start‐ups: An orientation and certification assessment

Ghisellini,

Quinto,

Passaro

et al. 2023

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“…Global warming, climate change, financial fraud, and crises have wreaked havoc on the planet. Business practices guided by mindless increases in expenditure and governed by economy‐based metrics such as GDP have failed to provide a viable paradigm of doing business (Kolling et al, 2022). Natural resources, the foundation of all business practices, are depleting and polluting at a worrisome rate.…”

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confidence: 99%

Corporate Nirvana: The Buddhist way to social sustainability and business innovation

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Prevailing consumption‐based business models and capitalist practices place significant strain on the environment and society. Buddhism, as a practicing religion, may provide insights on practicing models as a solution to sustain society, the environment, and businesses. The present investigation adopts a structured literature review methodology to take stock of such prior studies and articulate its representation of Buddhism‐based business models, practices, ethical frameworks, and economic views. Based on the findings, it is clear that the prior studies have discussed the practitioner context of Buddhism religion in order to promote ethical and mindful business practices at the consumer, managerial, and business levels; to reduce the negative effects of identity politics in the workplace through spirituality; to introduce the idea of considering factors other than purely financial profitability; and to encourage the long‐term viability and genuine happiness of individuals, communities, and organizations. In relation to these topics, research avenues are proposed.

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“…Businesses that participate in CSR also benefit from it as consumers tend to be support organizations that are socially and environmentally responsible (Barboza, 2019; Habel et al, 2016; Horváth & van Birgelen, 2015). One such benefit is consumers' willingness to pay (WTP) a premium for goods offered by companies doing CSR as consumers prefer businesses that care (Kolling et al, 2022).…”

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Consumers' willingness to pay for corporate social responsibility: Theory and evidence

Singh

2023

Int J Consumer Studies

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In an era when consumers believe that businesses should engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR), it is vital to understand how it affects consumers' willingness to pay (WTP) for the goods and services offered by such businesses. There is a need for an in‐depth study into the relationship between CSR and WTP, and to identify the mediators and the moderators affecting this relationship. To investigate this, we conducted a systematic literature review based on a preliminary search result of 116 unique articles indexed on this topic in four bibliographic databases—Scopus, Google Scholar, Dimensions and Web of Science—published over the previous seven decades. The findings confirm the overall positive effect of CSR on WTP. This study also reveals the indirect effect between CSR and WTP, mediated by variables like Brand Trust, Brand Loyalty, Brand Love, Customer Satisfaction, Brand Attitude, Purchase Intention and Brand Equity. The relationship is impacted by moderators, including demographics, cause‐based aspects, company characteristics, personal aspects and types of products. The theory explaining the evidence of each of these aspects provides a deeper understanding of the relationship between CSR and WTP, and the intervening variables. Based on these, a conceptual framework of this relationship involving all the variables is developed. The Theory, Context and Method (TCM) framework is employed to identify gaps and systematically make recommendations for future research. The findings of this study will aid marketers in developing pricing strategies based on a thorough understanding of consumer behaviour in terms of CSR perceptions. Scholars can use this study's conceptual framework to examine previously unexplored relationships. As the literature on CSR and its influence on consumers' purchase behaviour grows, this comprehensive systematic literature review on the effects of CSR on WTP fills an important gap.

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Corporate social responsibility and circular economy from the perspective of consumers: A cross‐cultural analysis in the cosmetic industry

Cited by 9 publications

References 103 publications

Exploring environmental and social performances of circular start‐ups: An orientation and certification assessment

Exploring environmental and social performances of circular start‐ups: An orientation and certification assessment

Corporate Nirvana: The Buddhist way to social sustainability and business innovation

Consumers' willingness to pay for corporate social responsibility: Theory and evidence

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