European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy

29/08/2025

📢✨ Fresh research published in the European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE)!

📚 From Divergence to Convergence: Mapping the Hybrid Evolution of Smart, POP, and Dialogic Accounting through Bibliometric and Semantic Lenses
by , &

🔎 This study explores how Smart Accounting, POP Accounting, and Dialogic Accounting have evolved between 2010 and 2025 — and how they are increasingly converging into hybrid models.

Key takeaways:
💻 Smart Accounting: driven by AI, blockchain & cloud computing for real-time automation and transparency.
🌍 POP Accounting: bridges finance and ESG, advancing stakeholder-centered governance.
🤝 Dialogic Accounting: emphasizes deliberation & inclusion, though still facing implementation challenges.
📊 Bibliometric analysis of 222 peer-reviewed articles reveals growing overlaps, yet also fragmentation and geographical imbalances in the literature.
🌱 The research points to the potential of integrated accounting systems that combine technology, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability to face the challenges of digital and green transitions.

📖 Full article available open access:
👉 https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/index

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28/08/2025

🚀 Fresh from the European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE)!

🏗️ Bridging Social Impact and Lifecycle Approaches for Sustainable Urban Regeneration: An Exploratory Case Study in Italy
✍️ By , &

🌱 How can cities regenerate abandoned spaces while ensuring social, economic, and environmental value?
This study looks at a factory-to-hotel transformation in Tuscany, applying an innovative framework that blends SROI, stakeholder salience, and lifecycle mapping.

✨ Highlights:
🔹 Every €1 invested generated €1.53 in social value.
🔹 Jobs creation stands out as the main driver of impact (57%).
🔹 Stakeholder priorities shift across project phases, showing why early engagement matters.
🔹 The integrated approach helps prevent conflicts and ensures more resilient, sustainable urban projects.

📖 Discover the full article (open access):
👉 https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/index

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27/08/2025

📢✨ New research published in the European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE)!

📊 Fundamental Performance Analysis of Listed Mutual Fund Companies in the Dhaka Stock Exchange
by &

🔎 This study examines 32 closed-end mutual funds listed on the Dhaka Stock Exchange from 2015 to 2023, comparing performance before and after COVID-19.

Key insights:
✅ Average returns increased post-pandemic while volatility decreased.
✅ Some funds showed resilience, while others struggled, revealing diverse trajectories.
✅ Risk-adjusted measures like the Sharpe ratio remained stable, underlining the importance of strong management and diversification.
✅ Policymakers are urged to improve transparency, governance, and investor education in the mutual fund sector.

📖 Full article available open access here:
👉 https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/index

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27/08/2025

📢✨ The new issue of the European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE), Vol. 6 No. 2 is out!

🔥 In this issue:
📊 Fundamental Performance Analysis of Listed Mutual Fund Companies in the Dhaka Stock Exchange — and .
A 2015–2023 panel study of closed-end funds shows mixed post-COVID trajectories and highlights the value of risk-adjusted metrics.

🏙️ Bridging Social Impact and Lifecycle Approaches for Sustainable Urban Regeneration: An Exploratory Case Study in Italy — ; ; .
A Tuscany case integrates SIA, SROI, and lifecycle mapping; employment drives most created value and stakeholder salience shifts across phases.

📚 From Divergence to Convergence: Mapping the Hybrid Evolution of Smart, POP, and Dialogic Accounting through Bibliometric and Semantic Lenses — ; ; .
A 2010–2025 mapping shows growing overlaps among digital, stakeholder-centric, and dialogic accounting, pointing to hybrid models.

👉 Open access here: 🌐 https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/index

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The European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy publish manuscripts concerning the interaction between the social impact on a wide range as business-related topics, management, accounting, finance and marketing. Proposals must offer original and substantive content based upon expert analy...

18/06/2025

𝟐/𝟑— Environment Park

✨ Startup italiane, tra policy e crescita

Nel contributo firmato da Matteo Beccuti e Giorgio Ciron, viene analizzato lo sviluppo del sistema startup in Italia, con un focus sulle novità legislative introdotte dallo Scaleup Act 2024 e il ruolo strategico di InnovUp come attore connettivo dell’ecosistema dell’innovazione.

📊 Numeri, prospettive e proposte concrete per colmare il gap di crescita delle startup italiane, con un richiamo forte all’importanza di politiche multilivello e ecosistemi glocali.

Leggi l’articolo: https://www.ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/article/view/12056

17/06/2025

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📢 The new Special Issue “Practitioner Perspective” of the European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE) is now online!

A collection of contributions by experts and professionals from two different organizations—Environment Park and the Università degli Studi di Torino —offering concrete perspectives, case studies, and future visions on the topics of innovation, startups, and digital skills.

💡 A special issue designed to give space to the voices of those who work every day in the field, between businesses and universities, policy and experimentation.

🔗 Read the complete special issue 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBbaCfg

Matteo Beccuti, Giorgio Ciron, Katia Presutti, Lara Bovero, Cinzia Zedda, Cristina Fracchia, Manuela Caramagna, Gabriele Baratto, Cristina Giraudo, Federica Bassano.

17/04/2025

📊 New Article Published!
"Global Impact Index as a Tool for Measuring Social Inclusion: A Case Study of Arcobaleno Social Cooperative"
By , , ,
🏫 &

📘 Published in EJSICE – Vol. 6, Issue 1 (April 2025)

🔗 Full article available: https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/article/view/11712

📍 How can social cooperatives measure their true impact beyond traditional economic indicators?
This paper introduces the Global Impact Index (GII) — a holistic, replicable evaluation framework designed for Type B social cooperatives, tested through a real-world case: Cooperativa Sociale Arcobaleno S.p.A in Turin, Italy.

Key contributions:
✅ Multidimensional approach: Environmental, Managerial, and Social dimensions
✅ Integration with ESG metrics, SDGs, and BES indicators
✅ Tools like Integrated Well-being Performance (IWP) and Environmental Variation Analysis (IEV)

💡 The GII empowers third-sector organizations to assess and enhance their role in inclusion, sustainability, and community well-being.

16/04/2025

🧵 New Article Out Now!
"Corporate Social Responsibilities Washing in the Textile Industry: A Review of Causes, Consequences, and Remedy" by , Bangladesh University of Textiles

📅 Published in EJSICE – Vol. 6, Issue 1 (April 2025)
🔗 Read the article: https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/article/view/11502

🌍 The fast fashion sector faces growing scrutiny for CSR-washing — misleading claims about ethical practices and sustainability. This article provides a comprehensive literature review exploring:
⚠️ The roots and types of CSR-washing
🧪 Its social and environmental impact
✅ Practical remedies: transparency, certifications, and policy solutions

📣 A must-read for those interested in ethics, consumer protection, and sustainability in fashion and textile industries.

15/04/2025

🚀 New Issue Alert!

European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy
📘 Volume 6, Issue 1 – April 2025
📖 Fully open access: https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/issue/view/895

We’re excited to announce the publication of the latest issue of EJSICE — a leading journal dedicated to the intersection of social impact and circular economy research 🌱🔁

💥 In this issue:
🔍 A critical review on CSR-washing in the textile industry
📈 A case study on the Global Impact Index applied to social cooperatives

🌍 International contributions on sustainability, inclusion, and ESG practices
Published by the University of Turin, EJSICE is recognized as scientific journal by ANVUR (Italy’s National Research Evaluation Agency) in both Area 13 (Economics) and Area 14 (Social Sciences), and indexed internationally.

📢 Whether you’re a researcher, policymaker, or practitioner, we invite you to explore the articles, share insights, and join the conversation around creating lasting social and environmental value.

Huge thanks to our editorial board, contributors, and reviewers for their valuable work!

08/04/2025

🌱 We are open to new submission – European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE)

The European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy invites you to submit original, high-quality work that contributes to building a more responsible, inclusive, and sustainable economy.

We welcome scientific papers and research contributions on the following topics:

🔄 Business Innovation & Circular Economy
Innovative business models that go beyond profit to create positive social and environmental value through circular practices.

🤖 Social Impact of Emerging Technologies
Insights into how technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and others are reshaping industries, society, and traditional business logic.

💰 Sustainable Finance & ESG Investments
Research that explores finance as a driver for positive change, with a focus on environmental, social, and governance criteria.

📊 Sustainable Business Management
Strategic approaches to business that integrate sustainability, improve performance, and generate long-term value for people and the planet.

Ready to make your research count?
Submit your work and be part of the international conversation on sustainability, innovation, and impact.

👉Learn more and submit here:
https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/index

Let’s rethink the future of business together.

18/03/2025

🌍 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 - 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Today, we celebrate World Recycling Day, a crucial moment to reflect on how the Circular Economy (CE) can reshape our world, reduce waste, and promote sustainability across industries.

At the European Journal of Social Impact and Circular Economy (EJSICE), we’re proud to have contributed to the global conversation on circularity, showcasing innovative practices that champion the "reduce, reuse, and recycle" mindset.
Throughout our recent publications, we have explored the pivotal role of circular economy principles in sectors ranging from fashion and e-waste management to sustainable business models and the bioeconomy. We've seen firsthand how circularity isn't just a trend – it's a transformative force that promises not only environmental but also social and economic benefits.

💡 Key Highlights:
𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻: The fashion industry is evolving with circularity at its core, embracing sustainability through innovative designs, recycled materials, and sustainable production methods​

𝗘-𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: In tackling the global e-waste challenge, our studies highlight how circular practices are crucial in mitigating environmental and health risks, while creating new economic opportunities​

𝗕𝗶𝗼-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀: Circular strategies in bio-based and biodegradable plastics offer eco-friendly solutions to the ongoing plastics crisis​

𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀: From the UAE's universities to Sub-Saharan Africa, our journal showcases the rising importance of circular practices worldwide​
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As we continue to advocate for the circular economy's integration into everyday practices and policies, let’s remember that recycling isn't just about materials – it's about ideas, innovation, and collaboration. Together, we can turn waste into opportunity.

Read more here: https://ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/issue/archive

23/02/2025

If you want to participate in the first edition of the Lum Conference in Accounting and Finance Research on June 9-10 please remember that the submission deadline is 28.02.2025 (Università LUM)
https://afconference.lum.it

Bussoli
Raimo

🌍 Call for Papers – Special Issue: Driving the SDGs: A Decade of Action for a Sustainable Future 📢

📅 Submission window: February 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025
📖 Expected publication: January 2026

🔍 Are you researching the intersection of accounting, finance, and sustainability? This Special Issue explores the evolving role of accounting and finance in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting on a decade of progress and looking ahead to future challenges and opportunities.

We welcome theoretical and empirical contributions on:
✅ Sustainability disclosure and SDG integration in reporting frameworks
✅ ESG investments, impact financing & sustainable financial instruments
✅ Risk management & assurance services for SDG reliability
✅ Technology & data analytics in advancing SDG measurement
✅ The role of financial institutions and capital markets in sustainability

This Special Issue is linked to the First Edition of the LUM Conference in Accounting & Finance Research, which will occur on June 9-10, 2025, in Bari, Italy - Università LUM. Conference participants can submit their work for consideration in this issue.

📩 Submit your papers & contribute to shaping the future of sustainable finance!

🔗 More info & submission details: http://www.ojs.unito.it/index.php/ejsice/about/submissions
📍 Conference details: https://afconference.lum.it

Guest Editors:
📌 Prof. Candida Bussoli (LUM University) 📧 [email protected]
📌 Prof. Nicola Raimo (LUM University) 📧 [email protected]