Creating A Green Supply Chain: A Simulation and Modeling Approach

Hui, Khoo Hsien; Spedding, Trevor A; Bainbridge, I. F.; Taplin, D. M. R.

doi:10.1007/1-84628-299-3_19

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“…This enables a decision-maker to assess changes in part of the supply chain and visualize the impact of those changes on the other parts of the system, and ultimately on the efficiency of the entire supply chain. A recent study used the simulation to create a green supply chain [18]. The study is based on ideal conditions and the authors underlined that it could be interesting to make it more realistic.…”

Section: Green Supply Chain Modeling and Simulation: State Of The Artmentioning

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Linking Carbon Performance and Effectiveness of Supply Chains

Jaegler

Burlat

2010

IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology

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International audienceRendering the supply chain more eco-friendly is an innovative idea progressively adopted by industry. Consequently, our research focuses on the CO2 emissions along the supply chain due to freight energy use and storage. A supply chain approach by using a discrete event model was developed. Our proposed tool is able to model Re Order Point production management policy (ROP) and the main demand response strategy Make To Stock (MTS). In addition, the Overall Equipment Effectiveness indicator (OEE), the location of the firms and their types of products are modeled. This method is applied to mechanical and textile industries. The principle objectives of the study are twofold: develop a supply chain simulation benchmark and conduct pertinent experiments to improve green supply chain

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Section: Green Supply Chain Modeling and Simulation: State Of The Artmentioning

confidence: 99%

Linking Carbon Performance and Effectiveness of Supply Chains

Jaegler

Burlat

2010

IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology

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“…Reference [17] considers the carbon footprint of supply chains in the automobile industry using data collected during an extensive interview and site visits. Reference [18] proposes a simulation model to design green supply chains in the distribution of aluminum metal and compares the emissions due to the transport with other parameters. Reference [19] simulates greenhouse gas emissions due to transportation and storage along supply chains.…”

Section: Green Supply Chain and Greenhouse Gas Emissions : State mentioning

confidence: 99%

How to reduce the carbon footprint of road freight on supply chains?

Jaegler

Gondran

2013

2013 International Conference on Advanced Logistics and Transport

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Rendering the supply chain more carbon-friendly is an innovative idea progressively adopted by industry. Transport accounts for one-fifth of the carbon emissions that are generated on French territory. Among the different transport modes, road transport is the one responsible for the majority of transport emissions. Our research focuses on the CO 2 emissions along the supply chain due to road freight transport. Accordingly, we conduct a greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions assessment of a transport company. The main objectives of the study are twofold: identifying the main emission sources and improving green supply chains.

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“…Focus/theme Studies Theoretical Concept, definition, and overview of GSCM Linton et al (2007), Srivastara (2007), Van Hoek (1999) Theory and approach to assessing green supply chain Handfield et al (2002), Kainuma and Tawara (2006) GSCM strategies and decision framework Sarkis (2003), Sheu and Chen (2009) GSCM drivers and barriers Testa and Iraldo (2010), Walker et al (2008), Zhu and Sarkis (2006) Green supply chain design Beamen (1999) Green supply chain modelling and simulation Hui et al (2007), Sheu et al (2005) Carbon management and measurement of carbon footprints in supply chain Benchmarking green logistics performance using environment-friendly materials in production or recycled parts in remanufacturing not only lessens the adverse effect on the environment but also reduces manufacturing cost (Karpak et al, 2001). Similarly, the use of green or recycled packaging materials, together with improved packaging designs and techniques, help manufacturers reduce packaging waste and cost (Crumrine et al, 2004).…”

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Benchmarking green logistics performance with a composite index

Lau

2011

Benchmarking: An International Journal

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Purpose -This paper aims to discuss the development and use of a green logistics performance index (GLPI) for easy comparison of performance among industries and countries. It uses the survey data collected from the home electronic appliance industry in China and Japan as an example to demonstrate the index development process and compare the performance of green logistics (GL) practices between the two countries using the proposed index. Design/methodology/approach -Two-sample t-test and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) were used to analyse the data collected from a questionnaire survey. Principal component analysis (PCA) was employed to derive the weights from the survey data for the GLPI. Findings -The findings reveal that the GLPI derived using PCA is robust and gives similar results as obtained through two-sample t-test and ANOVA of the dataset in the comparison of performance among firms and between countries in the study.Research limitations/implications -This study lends insight into the use of an objectively derived composite index to measure and compare GL performance. To serve mainly as a proof of concept and to enhance response rate in the questionnaire survey, the scope of the study is limited to three major logistics functions in an industry in two countries. Practical implications -Managers can use the GLPI to benchmark their performance in the respective logistics areas and revise their supply chain strategy accordingly. The proposed index may also assist governments in formulating policies on promoting their GL implementation. Social implications -A comprehensive composite index to benchmark GL performance can facilitate and encourage industries to invest in GL. This will help reduce negative impacts of logistics activities on the environment. Originality/value -Research in GL to date has largely focused on theory and management approach. This paper fills the gap in the literature by empirically comparing GL performance among firms and countries through the use of a composite index. It also contributes to a better understanding of the association between GL performance and firm size as well as the driving factors behind it.

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Creating A Green Supply Chain: A Simulation and Modeling Approach

Cited by 9 publications

References 7 publications

Linking Carbon Performance and Effectiveness of Supply Chains

Linking Carbon Performance and Effectiveness of Supply Chains

How to reduce the carbon footprint of road freight on supply chains?

Benchmarking green logistics performance with a composite index

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