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This study examines the integration of Circular Economy Business Models (CEBMs) in the construction sector through a bibliometric analysis of 120 research publications indexed in the Scopus database from 2020 to June 2024. Thus, this study aims to identify key research clusters and trends in CEBMs for construction and highlight areas with limited research through keyword analysis and co-citation maps. Using VOSviewer, this study analysis co-authorship networks, citation patterns, and keyword co-occurrences to identify key research trends, thematic clusters, and influential contributions. As of June 2024, the Journal of Cleaner Production leads in publishing research on CEBMs in the construction industry, with 13 articles accumulating a total of 807 citations. Bibliometric mapping identified four major thematic clusters based on 34 relevant keywords: (1) business models and sustainable development, (2) circular economy concepts in the building sector, (3) industrial economics and management aspects related to construction and demolition, and (4) circular business models and their practical applications within the construction industry. The results highlight how the concept of the circular economy is being embedded in construction-related business models, with a strong focus on strategies such as recycling, reuse, and life cycle thinking. This study provides valuable insights into research trends and the transformative potential of CEBMs in promoting sustainable and resource-efficient construction practices. By presenting a clear roadmap for future research, this study emphasizes the importance of scaling CEBMs to foster environmentally sustainable strategies in the construction sector while addressing the pressing challenges of resource depletion and waste management.
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