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Key drivers for the adoption of circular economy practices in the tourist accommodation sector
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Purpose – This article assesses the degree of adoption of the circular economy model in the tourist
accommodation sector. Additionally, the study aims to understand whether the type of accommodation, size
and year of construction or remodelling have an impact on the adoption of circular economy practices.
Design/methodology/approach – The study is based on a survey administered to directors and owners of
tourist accommodation facilities in Portugal. The questionnaire was developed based on an extensive literature
review of circular economy practices in the accommodation sector.
Findings – Accommodation companies currently operate in a linear economy model and are still in the early
stages of transitioning to a more circular economic model. Among the most commonly implemented practices
are those that represent expenditure savings for accommodation companies. The findings also suggest a
growing awareness and commitment to sustainability and circular economy practices in the tourist
accommodation sector, particularly in more recently constructed or renovated accommodation.
Originality/value – To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study is the first to evaluate the
accommodation characteristics that impact the adoption of sustainability and circular economy practices in the
tourist accommodation sector. It contributes to the literature by providing primary quantitative data
supporting the adoption of such practices.
Keywords Sustainability practices, Accommodation sector, Circular economy practices,
Pairwise comparisons, Tourist accommodation characteristics
Paper type Research paper
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Keywords
Sustainability practices Accommodation sector Circular economy practices Pairwise comparisons Tourist accommodation characteristics
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Publisher
Emerald Publishing Limited