Table 4

Synthesis of challenges observed in the literature and future research novelties suggested by authors

Challenge identified in reviewFuture research novelty
Stakeholder diversity in the HSCIncreased inter-sector and inter-organizational collaboration
Sense of urgency in a humanitarian operation overrides, e.g. WM considerationsPrioritising greening in donor and HO strategic decisions Focus on achievable goals, such as reducing packaging
Adequacy of processes and infrastructure in local context and along the HCSUsing local WM infrastructure and knowledge Monitoring of waste along the HSC
Awareness of the importance of appropriate WM and circular strategiesLocal education programmes Training in circularity along the HSC Social implications of circularity
Material convergenceCoordination of aid procurement
Balancing price and ethical/environmental guidelines in humanitarian procurementSustainable procurement Lean principles in the HSC

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