ExPliCit
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ExPliCit
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# ExPliCit
ExPliCit is a Sheffield-based research initiative that challenges conventional thinking around circular economy transitions. Rather than treating the shift towards circularity as a straightforward technical process, ExPliCit critically examines the deeper societal structures, worldviews, and political dimensions that should underpin a truly viable circular economic system.
The organisation bridges academia and industry through collaborative staff exchanges, conducting interdisciplinary research that goes beyond standard material and energy flow analysis. Where most circular economy literature focuses narrowly on metrics, tools, and technical solutions, ExPliCit investigates the fundamental assumptions and values that should guide economic transformation towards greater sustainability.
Their work centres on exploring plausible scenarios for circular economies that deliver economic, environmental, and social resilience. By questioning techno-optimistic approaches that assume circularity is inherently progressive, ExPliCit recognises that implementation choices carry real political consequences—acknowledging that circularity can sometimes backfire if not thoughtfully designed.
The project operates across multiple partner institutions and countries, facilitating knowledge exchange between researchers and industry practitioners. Through events, webinars, and publications, ExPliCit disseminates research on practical challenges in waste management, resource systems, and circular business models whilst maintaining critical scholarly analysis of what genuine circular transformation requires.
This positions ExPliCit as essential for policymakers, businesses, and academics seeking evidence-based, theoretically rigorous guidance rather than simplistic circular economy narratives.
ExPliCit is a Sheffield-based research initiative that challenges conventional thinking around circular economy transitions. Rather than treating the shift towards circularity as a straightforward technical process, ExPliCit critically examines the deeper societal structures, worldviews, and political dimensions that should underpin a truly viable circular economic system.
The organisation bridges academia and industry through collaborative staff exchanges, conducting interdisciplinary research that goes beyond standard material and energy flow analysis. Where most circular economy literature focuses narrowly on metrics, tools, and technical solutions, ExPliCit investigates the fundamental assumptions and values that should guide economic transformation towards greater sustainability.
Their work centres on exploring plausible scenarios for circular economies that deliver economic, environmental, and social resilience. By questioning techno-optimistic approaches that assume circularity is inherently progressive, ExPliCit recognises that implementation choices carry real political consequences—acknowledging that circularity can sometimes backfire if not thoughtfully designed.
The project operates across multiple partner institutions and countries, facilitating knowledge exchange between researchers and industry practitioners. Through events, webinars, and publications, ExPliCit disseminates research on practical challenges in waste management, resource systems, and circular business models whilst maintaining critical scholarly analysis of what genuine circular transformation requires.
This positions ExPliCit as essential for policymakers, businesses, and academics seeking evidence-based, theoretically rigorous guidance rather than simplistic circular economy narratives.
Services offered
Academia-industry staff secondmentsCircular economy research and analysisInterdisciplinary policy consultationWaste management webinars and trainingSustainability scenario planningEducational events and seminarsResearch publications and reportsPractical circular economy guidance