Sustainable Leadership in the Circular Economy Era: Developing a New Model for Assessing Environmental Management and Long-Term Organizational Performance
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https://doi.org/10.65310/8xgkyc23Keywords:
sustainable leadership, circular economy, organizational performance, environmental management, ISLC modelAbstract
The transition to a circular economy requires a new leadership paradigm that can balance economic, social, and environmental goals in a sustainable manner. This study aims to develop the Integrated Sustainable Leadership Circularity (ISLC) Model as a framework for assessing the relationship between sustainable leadership, circular economy practices, and long-term organizational performance. The research approach is qualitative, based on literature studies and secondary data from reliable sources such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, World Economic Forum, UNEP, and Scopus-indexed scientific journals. Thematic content analysis was conducted to identify the dimensions of leadership, circular practices, and performance indicators that interact within the organizational system. The results of the analysis show that sustainable leadership plays a major role in driving the adoption of circular practices that contribute to improved environmental performance, resource efficiency, and long-term reputation. The ISLC model provides a conceptual and operational basis for empirical research and strategic guidance for managers and policymakers in accelerating the transformation towards a resilient and highly competitive circular economy.
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