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Circular Economy Challenges and Opportunities amidst Sustainable Development and Perpetual Crises: A Reflection from the Learning Lens of Palestinian Universities

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  • Nour Mattour

    (ECCOFIGES
    Birzeit University)

  • Souad Kamoun-Chouk

    (Univ. Manouba, ESCT, LIGUE)

Abstract

Purpose This study examines the challenges hindering a circular economy in Palestinian higher education (PHE) during crises, to promote inclusivity and sustainability. It focuses on the necessity of adaptable approaches to foster resilience and innovative strategies in the sector. It questions how could Palestinian higher education learning programs integrate and adopt circular economy principles in the context of uncertainty and crises. Methodology We explore the literature review to examine the transferable models to the situation. The local studies about Palestinian institutions’ governance and the digital transition to achieve a circular economy will be surveyed to design a model taking into account the challenges of the required balance between sustainable development and the sempiternal crisis. Findings Raising awareness, coping with crises, and recruiting resources appeared in the literature review as critical factors to engage more in a circular economy. Limitations There is limited access to papers from the Palestinian context linking the circular economy with sustainable development in higher education institutions. Practical Implications We learned from this meta-cognitive analysis that people living in permanent crisis and war areas need resilience and perseverance to cope with crises, achieve sustainable development education goals, and maintain quality. Value The main contribution of this reflection consists of triggering awareness among the Palestinian higher education community of the crucial role of circular economy principles in maintaining the permanent reconstruction of individuals and their living spaces. Innovation and entrepreneurship constitute the two pillars of an education system adapted to the needs of students evolving in the context of permanent crises.

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  • Nour Mattour & Souad Kamoun-Chouk, 2025. "Circular Economy Challenges and Opportunities amidst Sustainable Development and Perpetual Crises: A Reflection from the Learning Lens of Palestinian Universities," Circular Economy and Sustainability, Springer, vol. 5(1), pages 699-717, February.
  • Handle: RePEc:spr:circec:v:5:y:2025:i:1:d:10.1007_s43615-024-00447-6
    DOI: 10.1007/s43615-024-00447-6
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