Catalyzing circularity: Tackling intellectual property barriers to technology transfer and circular solutions in developing economies

The imperative for transitioning to a circular economy is widely acknowledged as urgent. While the problems related to this transformation may differ among nations, it is crucial to perceive them as opportunities. One of the many challenges to this transformation is the significant lack of appropriate technologies. Facilitating the transfer of technology is becoming an essential requirement. Nevertheless, there are ongoing difficulties related to matters of ownership and the effective transfer of information, comprising both explicit and implicit or tacit knowledge. Given these difficulties, this study intends to offer practical insights and effective remedies for managing the obstacles of moving to a circular economy by systematically exploring options related to technical transfer, ownership delineation, and knowledge dissemination. By elucidating pathways to surmount these hurdles, this study endeavours to contribute to the advancement of circular economic paradigms on a global scale.