Academic articles

Over 200 global delegates highlight potential for innovation and growth through expansion of cluster networks

Welcome to the September edition of our Academic Articles section. This section is developed by Dr. Federica Belfanti, with the support of Dr. Massimo Riva and Prof. Fernando G. Alberti from the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness at LIUC University in Milan.

A recent scan of ecosystem actors across Oceania shows that the industrial hemp industry is gathering real momentum in both Australia and New Zealand, mirroring trends around the world where hemp is re-emerging as a cornerstone of sustainable and circular economies. Businesses are emerging across the value chain, backed by growing interest and support from governments, researchers, communities, and not-for-profits. Globally, these efforts are connected by an urgent search for sustainable, circular alternatives in construction, agriculture, textiles, and more.