| Title | Re-Commerce to Ensure Circular Economy from Consumer Perspective |
|---|---|
| ID_Doc | 17 |
| Authors | Arman, SM; Mark-Herbert, C |
| Published | Sustainability, 13, 18 |
| Structure | Here are the sections of the article with two sentences each: The study aims to analyze the phenomenon of re-commerce on Facebook, a social media platform that enables users to buy and sell second-hand products, in the context of circular economy and sustainable development. The research focuses on understanding the enabling factors for re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh. This study aims to investigate the enabling factors for re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh, focusing on the social practice theory perspective. The study seeks to understand how social media, particularly Facebook, contributes to re-commerce practices in the context of circular economy and sustainable development. Re-commerce, also known as customer-to-customer (C2C) commerce, is the practice of exchanging second-hand products among individuals, which is an alternative to traditional linear consumption patterns. The study explores how social media, particularly Facebook, enables re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh. The study employed a qualitative research design, using a thematic analysis approach to analyze the data collected from focus group interviews with 26 consumers in Bangladesh. The interviews were conducted online through Zoom and were analyzed using NVIVO 12 software. The literature review highlights the growing interest in circular economy and social media research, with a focus on their potential to promote sustainable consumption patterns. However, there is a scarcity of research on re-commerce practices, particularly in the context of social media and circular economy. The study developed a conceptual framework based on social practice theory, which emphasizes the importance of meanings, materials, and competences in understanding re-commerce practices. The framework is used to analyze the data collected from focus group interviews and to identify the enabling factors for re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh. The thematic analysis revealed that the respondents considered re-commerce a benevolent system that helps people to satisfy demand at a lower price. The respondents also emphasized the importance of promoting social media in favor of re-commerce and circular economy to reduce waste and change negative mentalities. The study highlights the importance of re-commerce practices in promoting sustainable consumption patterns and reducing waste. The findings suggest that social media, particularly Facebook, plays a crucial role in enabling re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh. The study contributes to the understanding of re-commerce practices in the context of circular economy and sustainable development. The findings have implications for policymakers and businesses to promote sustainable consumption patterns and reduce waste. The study references various research papers and articles on circular economy, social media, and re-commerce practices. The references include studies on sustainable consumption patterns, social media research, and re-commerce practices in different contexts. The study had several limitations, including the consideration of only one social media platform (Facebook), the use of a qualitative research design, and the focus on a specific cultural context (Bangladesh). The study also had limitations in terms of the sample size and the representation of diverse perspectives. The study contributes to the understanding of re-commerce practices in the context of circular economy and sustainable development. The findings have implications for policymakers and businesses to promote sustainable consumption patterns and reduce waste. The study highlights the importance of re-commerce practices in promoting sustainable consumption patterns and reducing waste. The findings suggest that social media, particularly Facebook, plays a crucial role in enabling re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh. The study suggests several avenues for future research, including the use of sentiment analysis on social media, cross-country analysis of re-commerce practices, and the investigation of the role of corporations in promoting sustainable consumption patterns. |
| Summary | The concept of circular economy is crucial for sustainable development (SDG 12), and responsible consumption practice is necessary to minimize waste. Re-commerce, where consumers sell products to each other, is a part of the circular economy. The study focused on re-commerce practices on Facebook among consumers in Bangladesh. A qualitative research design was used to understand the enabling factors for re-commerce practices on Facebook. Four focus groups were conducted, consisting of 26 participants, and thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. The study found that technical competence, context-bound conditions, and practical practices are crucial for re-commerce practices. The study also found that re-commerce practices can lower the dependency on virgin materials, extend product life, and reduce waste. The findings of the study contribute to the understanding of conditions for re-commerce practices as part of a circular economy system. The study has implications for sustainable development, including reducing environmental degradation and promoting a greener economy. The study suggests that social media platforms, such as Facebook, play a vital role in promoting sustainable consumption practices. |
| Scientific Methods | After analyzing the article, the research methods used in the study are: 1. Literature Review: The authors conducted a comprehensive literature review to identify and critically appraise relevant research in the fields of social media, circular economy, and re-commerce. 2. Focus Group Interviews: Four focus group interviews were conducted with Bangladeshi consumers who used Facebook for re-commerce activities. The interviews were recorded and transcribed. 3. Thematic Analysis: The transcripts from the focus group interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis, which involves identifying patterns and themes in the data. 4. Social Practice Theory: The study used social practice theory to analyze the re-commerce behavior of Facebook users in Bangladesh. 5. NVIVO 12 Software: The authors used NVIVO 12 software to analyze the data and identify themes and patterns. 6. Zoom Platform: The focus group interviews were conducted online using the Zoom platform. 7. Microsoft Word Files: The responses from the focus group interviews were recorded in Microsoft Word files. The study's research design is qualitative, and the authors used a phenomenological approach to study the re-commerce behavior of Facebook users in Bangladesh. The study's methodology is consistent with the social practice theory and thematic analysis approaches. Some of the specific methods used in the study include: * Data familiarization: The authors spent time analyzing the data and familiarizing themselves with the themes and patterns in the transcripts. * Generating codes: The authors identified 80 codes from the transcripts, which were then merged and reduced to 18 codes. * Searching for themes: The authors identified themes and patterns in the data, which were then reviewed and refined. * Naming themes: The authors named the themes and provided a description of each theme. * Discussion: The authors discussed the findings and implications of the study. The study's methodology is suitable for studying the re-commerce behavior of Facebook users in Bangladesh, as it allows for in-depth analysis of the data and identification of patterns and themes. |
| Article contribution | The article "Re-Commerce to Ensure Circular Economy from Consumer Perspective" analyzes the phenomenon of re-commerce, a form of customer-to-customer e-commerce where consumers sell products to each other. The study focuses on understanding the enabling factors for re-commerce practices among consumers in Bangladesh, with a specific emphasis on the role of social media platforms like Facebook. The article contributes to the understanding of conditions for re-commerce practices as part of a circular economy system where consumers are encouraged to engage in responsible consumption by extending product life cycles. The study contributes to the development of a theoretical framework that offers a conceptual structure for consumer behavior, focusing on conditions for C2C re-commerce practices. The article's main contributions to regenerative economics are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Overall, the article's contributions to regenerative economics are significant, as they highlight the importance of social media, social norms, and values in promoting sustainable consumption practices and reducing waste. The study's findings have implications for policymakers, businesses, and individuals seeking to promote sustainable consumption and reduce waste in their daily lives. In terms of regenerative economics, the article's contributions can be seen in the following areas: 1. 2. 3. 4. Overall, the article's contributions to regenerative economics are significant, and its findings have implications for businesses, policymakers, and individuals seeking to promote sustainable consumption and reduce waste in their daily lives. |
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