Handbook of Research on Designing Sustainable Supply Chains to Achieve a Circular Economy

by Ramakrishna, Yanamandra

Author	: Ramakrishna, Yanamandra
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 726
Release	: 2023-04-17
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	: 1668476665

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Securing a sustainable supply chain is crucial for business and the future of humanity. Intending to lower waste and carbon emissions, businesses are investing more money in sustainability efforts. However, sustainability measures that might save costs, improve forecasting, and optimize business operations are frequently disregarded, especially during the post-pandemic era. The Handbook of Research on Designing Sustainable Supply Chains to Achieve a Circular Economy analyzes various approaches and strategies for developing sustainable supply chain capabilities to achieve circular economies; builds and develops models, frameworks, and theoretical concepts by focusing on the role of a sustainable supply chain leading to a circular economy; and provides a platform where new concepts and plans for managing sustainable supply chains in the post-pandemic era with the aid of Industry 4.0 as enablers are discussed. Covering key topics such as tourism, healthcare, transportation, and governance, this major reference work is ideal for industry professionals, government officials, business owners, managers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, scholars, researchers, academicians, instructors, and students.

Handbook on the Sustainable Supply Chain

by Joseph Sarkis

Author	: Joseph Sarkis
Publisher	: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages	: 615
Release	: 2019
Genre	: Business logistics
ISBN	: 178643427X

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Supply chain management has long been a feature of industry and commerce but, with increasing demands from consumers, producers are spending more time and money investing in ways to make supply chains more sustainable. This exemplary Handbook provides readers with a comprehensive overview of current research on sustainable supply chain management.

Handbook of Research on Sustainable Consumption and Production for Greener Economies

by Goel, Richa

Author	: Goel, Richa
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 513
Release	: 2023-06-27
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	: 1668489716

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Over the past 50 years, one of the biggest worldwide concerns has been ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns. Growing interest in the circular economy model provides the chance to create system-wide goals for all societies with economic, financial, and governance decision-making as critical drivers and solutions. The Handbook of Research on Sustainable Consumption and Production for Greener Economies examines the critical factors that can encourage sustainable consumption production patterns and a green economy. The major barriers hindering consumers and producers from moving towards sustainable consumption, sustainable consumption behavior and production patterns, the green economy, and more are explored. Covering topics such as green economy, sustainable consumption, and resource management, this book is ideal for government officials, policymakers, researchers, academicians, and more.

The Circular Economy and Its Implications on Sustainability and the Green Supply Chain

by Akkucuk, Ulas

Author	: Akkucuk, Ulas
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 346
Release	: 2019-01-18
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	: 1522581103

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In the modern world, solid and liquid waste deposits are mounting due to increasing populations and wealth. Businesses are therefore being put under pressure to pay attention to the environmental and resource consequences of the products they produce and the services they deliver. The Circular Economy and Its Implications on Sustainability and the Green Supply Chain is a collection of innovative research on methods of extending biological cycles found in nature to technological cycles where goods, when disposed properly, are converted into new products in an environmentally efficient way. It examines current research on how to deal with the waste resulting from human activities, the relationship between environmental and human health, and international legislation on waste management. This book is ideally designed for economists, managers, practitioners, academicians, researchers, and students.

A Circular Economy Handbook for Business and Supply Chains

by Catherine Weetman

Author	: Catherine Weetman
Publisher	: Kogan Page Publishers
Total Pages	: 432
Release	: 2016-12-03
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	: 0749476761

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WINNER: Les Plumes des Achats 2018 - Committee Special Prize A Circular Economy Handbook for Business and Supply Chains is an easily digestible and comprehensive handbook that provides a clear guide to the circular economy, helping the reader create future-fit, sustainable strategies. Real examples across a range of market sectors help businesses, students and policymakers understand the theory and fast-developing practice of the circular economy. To help the reader generate ideas, A Circular Economy Handbook for Business and Supply Chains provides a holistic framework for the design and supply chain and supporting business models, and includes tools the reader can use to get started. Whilst growing global consumption presents fantastic business opportunities, our current linear systems (take some materials, make a product, use it and then throw it away) are not fit for purpose. The circular economy unlocks this problem by decoupling resources from consumption. Engaged businesses are re-thinking product design, material choices, business models and supply chains. A Circular Economy Handbook for Business and Supply Chains is a must-read for anyone who wants to apply the circular economy today. Online resources now available: PowerPoint slides of figures and tables from every chapter created by the author.

Global Perspectives on Green Business Administration and Sustainable Supply Chain Management

by Khan, Syed Abdul Rehman

Author	: Khan, Syed Abdul Rehman
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 362
Release	: 2019-12-15
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	: 1799821757

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Heavy industrialization in the past few decades has caused several global environmental issues including poor air quality, climate change, and outdoor air pollution-related diseases. As such, consumer pressure coupled with strict governmental policies have influenced firms to adopt and implement green practices in their supply chain and business operations in order to improve socio-environmental sustainability. Global Perspectives on Green Business Administration and Sustainable Supply Chain Management is an essential reference book that discusses innovative green practices including recycling, remanufacturing, reduction in waste and adoption of renewable energy in manufacturing. It also examines environmentally friendly policies that have been adopted by many European and Western countries. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as energy analysis, environmental protections, and logistics development, this book is ideally designed for managers, operations managers, executives, manufacturers, environmentalists, researchers, industry practitioners, academicians, and students.

Circular Economy Supply Chains

by Lydia Bals

Author	: Lydia Bals
Publisher	: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages	: 281
Release	: 2022-04-19
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	: 1839825464

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Circular Economy Supply Chains highlights the need for cross-industry flows and the need for different actors in circular value cycles. This book intends to move beyond a buyer-supplier view, embracing a holistic network or ecosystem view, to consider a cross-industry system perspective.

Strategies for Environmentally Responsible Supply Chain and Production Management

by Ramakrishna, Yanamandra

Author	: Ramakrishna, Yanamandra
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 325
Release	: 2024-03-06
Genre	: Business & Economics
ISBN	:

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The formidable challenge of harmonizing economic imperatives with ecological responsibility in supply chain operations only increases with added complexity. In an era where global commerce is interwoven with environmental concerns, Sustainable Supply Chain Management for Environmental Responsibility is the pivotal resource that addresses the pervasive challenge of implementing Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SSCM). It navigates the intricate terrain of SSCM, offering an authoritative exploration of its key elements, drivers, and challenges. This book dissects the foundational principles of SSCM, revealing its relevance and significance in fostering environmental stewardship. Readers embark on a journey through the core elements of SSCM, from green procurement and sustainable production to optimizing logistics through technology-driven solutions. The narrative is grounded in academic rigor, enriched with case studies of companies that have triumphantly embraced SSCM, showcasing tangible benefits such as cost reduction, enhanced brand reputation, and heightened customer loyalty. This book is ideal for managers, academics, and students and unfolds environmental responsibility within the intricate fabric of supply chain operations.

Convergence Strategies for Green Computing and Sustainable Development

by Jain, Vishal

Author	: Jain, Vishal
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 351
Release	: 2024-04-01
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	:

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Convergence Strategies for Green Computing and Sustainable Development presents a comprehensive exploration of the potential of emerging technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), fog computing, and cloud computing, to aid in fostering a sustainable future. It examines how these technologies can reduce the impact of unsustainability in societies, the environment, and natural resources, offering invaluable insights into harnessing their power for positive change. Convergence Strategies for Green Computing and Sustainable Development serves as a comprehensive strategy that holistically understands, transforms, and develops technological systems in society. This book caters to a diverse range of readers, including graduate students, researchers, working professionals seeking knowledge, and industry experts seeking information about new trends. With its recommended topics and comprehensive table of contents, readers can gain in-depth knowledge about sustainable cloud computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning for sustainable development, sustainable wireless systems and networks, and the crucial role of green IoT and Edge-AI in driving a sustainable digital transition.