Life Cycle Thinking in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises A case study of SMEs in the renewable energy industry

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dc.contributor.authorEriksson, Emil
dc.contributor.authorNyberg, Joanna
dc.contributor.departmentChalmers tekniska högskola / Institutionen för teknikens ekonomi och organisationsv
dc.contributor.departmentChalmers University of Technology / Department of Technology Management and Economicsen
dc.contributor.examinerNyström Claesson, Anna
dc.contributor.supervisorRydberg, Maria
dc.date.accessioned2024-07-12T05:59:57Z
dc.date.available2024-07-12T05:59:57Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.date.submitted
dc.description.abstractThis thesis explored the adoption and learning process of Life Cycle Thinking (LCT) among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the renewable energy sector. As environmental sustainability has become more imperative, SMEs, representing a significant portion of businesses and carbon emissions in the EU, faced unique chal- lenges in implementing sustainable practices due to limited resources. This study, conducted in collaboration with the Swedish Life Cycle Centre, aimed to identify key challenges and needs in the greening process of SMEs. Through two qualitat- ive methods, a literature review and a case study based on interviews, the research investigated how SMEs adopted LCT, the components involved in their learning process, and strategies to advance their learning. Findings indicated that while SMEs exhibited a range of greening activities, these varied significantly based on company size and resources. Key steps in the learning process included recognising internal ambition, targeting easily achievable improvements, and fostering collab- oration within the supply chain. The study highlighted the necessity of adopting standards and frameworks to streamline LCT adoption. The research underscored the importance of tailored support from stakeholders and a supportive organisational culture in fostering sustainable practices. SMEs could advance their learning by em- bracing a triple loop learning mindset, incorporating strategic work, and leveraging stakeholder support eectively.
dc.identifier.coursecodeTEKX08
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12380/308307
dc.language.isoeng
dc.setspec.uppsokTechnology
dc.subjectSME
dc.subjectLCT
dc.subjectrenewable energy industry
dc.subjectorganisational learning
dc.subjectgreening process
dc.subjectstakeholder support
dc.subjectenvironmental sustainability
dc.subjectEU green deal
dc.titleLife Cycle Thinking in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises A case study of SMEs in the renewable energy industry
dc.type.degreeExamensarbete för masterexamensv
dc.type.degreeMaster's Thesisen
dc.type.uppsokH
local.programmeIndustrial ecology (MPTSE), MSc
local.programmeDesign and construction project management (MPDCM), MSc
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