Navigating Global Regulations for Sustainable Electronics: A Strategic Innovation Framework

This study investigates the transition towards a circular economy electronics sector, focusing on the interplay between environmental regulations, technological innovation, regional context, and business models. Utilizing a systematic literature review (SLR) and bibliometric analysis of 78 publications (2012-2025), the research reveals a growing scholarly interest in this field, with an annual growth rate of 5.48%. The SLR highlights the significant impact of regulations like the EU Eco-design Directive and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes in driving sustainable practices. The analysis identifies key strategies for a circular economy, including eco-design, innovative recycling technologies, and circular business models (CBMs) such as product-as-a-service.However, challenges remain, including a lack of harmonized policies, limited consumer awareness, varying infrastructure, and the complexity of the global electronics value chain. The bibliometric analysis pinpoints influential journals, authors, and geographical research hotspots, emphasizing the global nature of the e-waste challenge and the need for international collaboration. The keyword analysis reveals key themes such as recycling, material recovery, and the importance of stakeholder engagement. The study concludes by proposing a framework for a regionally sensitive circular economy business model in WEEE management, emphasizing the crucial role of regulations in driving innovation and the need for collaborative efforts across the value chain. A significant contribution of this work is the demonstration of a need for local adaptation for a circular economy, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.in the This study investigates the transition towards a circular economy in the electronics sector, focusing on the interplay between environmental regulations, technological innovation, and business models. Utilizing a systematic literature review (SLR) and bibliometric analysis of 78 publications (2012-2025), the research reveals a growing scholarly interest in this field, with an annual growth rate of 5.48%. The SLR highlights the significant impact of regulations like the EU Eco-design Directive and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes in driving sustainable practices. The analysis identifies key strategies for a circular economy, including eco-design, innovative recycling technologies, and circular business models (CBMs) such as product-as-a-service. However, challenges remain, including a lack of harmonized policies, limited consumer awareness, and the complexity of the global electronics value chain. The bibliometric analysis pinpoints influential journals, authors, and geographical research hotspots, emphasizing the global nature of the e-waste challenge and the need for international collaboration. The keyword analysis reveals key themes such as recycling, material recovery, and the importance of stakeholder engagement. The study concludes by proposing a framework for a circular economy business model in WEEE management, emphasizing the crucial role of regulations in driving innovation and the need for collaborative efforts across the value chain.