Green Defense Industries in the European Union: The Case of the Battle Dress Uniform for Circular Economy

Reis, João; Rosado, David Pascoal; Cohen, Yuval; Pousa, César; Cavalieri, Adriane

doi:10.3390/su142013018

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“…They also identified the link between militarization, energy use, and environmental damage from the fuel consumption of military elements. In line with our arguments in this present study, Reis et al [37] adopted a different method, touching on the relationship between militarization and carbon footprint. Based on systematic literature review and case study researches, the authors find that European Union defense industry plays a crucial role on circular economy.…”

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Asymmetric Effects of the Defense Burden on Environmental Degradation: Evidence from NATO Countries

2022

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Rapid industrialization tends to occur at the expense of natural resources. Thus, countries are inclined to control natural resources for their development objectives, which may create conflicts when countries allocate scarce resources to national defense. As a major military block, NATO poses a potential threat to environmental degradation, as it comprises large industrialized arms manufacturers and military spenders. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the asymmetric effects of the defense burden on environmental degradation, which has rarely been studied in the empirical literature. Panel ARDL and NARDL methodologies were used to analyze the period 1965–2018 for the 15 oldest members of NATO. The findings of the panel ARDL analysis do not indicate any significant effect of the defense burden (ME) on carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) in the long term. On the other hand, panel NARDL analysis indicates that the effect of the defense burden on carbon emissions is asymmetric; a 1% negative change in ME leads to a 0.08% drop in CO2 emissions in the long term. In line with these findings, the results of panel causality tests verify the validity of the treadmill of destruction theory.

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Asymmetric Effects of the Defense Burden on Environmental Degradation: Evidence from NATO Countries

2022

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“…A prime example of this is Old Navy's revamp of its marketing approach to cater to the younger generation. As noted by Reis et al (2022), Old Navy adjusted its strategy to attract millennials by employing digital marketing campaigns and partnering with social media influencers. This case study underscores the significance of aligning marketing strategies with the target audience's preferences and behaviors, leading to a notable rise in engagement and sales (Reis et al, 2022).…”

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Circular economy integration in traditional business models: Strategies and outcomes

Amardas Tuboalabo,

Ushena Buinwi,

Chinenye Gbemisola Okatta

et al. 2024

Financ. account. res. j.

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This study embarks on a critical examination of the integration of circular economy (CE) strategies into traditional business models, a pivotal transition in the quest for sustainable development. The purpose of the study is to elucidate the barriers hindering the effective adoption of CE principles and to propose actionable recommendations for overcoming these obstacles. Employing a comprehensive methodological framework, the study synthesizes findings from a broad array of literature, augmented by empirical data, to provide a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in CE implementation. Key findings reveal that insufficient resources, resistance to change, and the complexity of integrating CE into existing business structures are major impediments. These barriers are dissected to uncover underlying causes, such as inadequate funding, stakeholder inertia, and logistical challenges in material recovery and recycling. The study concludes that addressing these issues requires a multifaceted approach, including the development of unified conceptual frameworks, increased financial and technical support, and enhanced stakeholder engagement. Furthermore, it emphasizes the role of consumer behavior in the success of CE initiatives, advocating for more research into consumer attitudes and the promotion of sustainable consumption practices. The recommendations presented aim to guide businesses and policymakers in fostering an environment conducive to CE, thereby accelerating the transition towards a sustainable and resilient economic model. Keywords: Circular Economy, Business Models, Sustainable Development, Resource Efficiency, Consumer Behavior, Implementation Barriers.

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“…In addition, the analysis of the latest sources [41][42][43][44][45][46][47][48][49] also showed that the greatest attention is paid to the circular economy and civilian logistics, as well as aspects of reverse logistics in it, while such a significant aspect as the interaction of circular and reverse logistics in the military sector is almost not examined. Therefore, this gap allows us to assume and inspire further discussion at the level of scientific research.…”

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Challenges of Ensuring Reverse Logistics in a Military Organization Using Outsourced Services

Vasilis Vasiliauskas,

Ivanauskas,

Čižiūnienė

2024

Sustainability

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A circular economy is defined as a socially responsible, policy-driven model of business or enterprise operations that contributes to more sustainable society for both current and future generations. Although the implementation of circularity principles in the economy is a long process, the impact it creates on sustainability is long-term, and its benefits will be felt by all future generations. Therefore, the development of circularity in the European Union’s economy must progress, and more and more organizations should implement it as a good practice. The object of the article is the cooperation of civil sector outsourced services and the country’s military forces in the field of reverse logistics. Using a qualitative research methodology, the article demonstrates the potential for the country’s military forces to support the European Union’s circular economy initiative in the context of sustainability. This includes reducing the consumption of natural resources by increasing the value of the closed-loop supply chain and keeping products suitable for consumption as long as possible. Considering the fact that there is limited information dissemination within the military sector, this research presents one of the few opportunities to examine the integration of civilian and military sector efforts for sustainable development from a practical and scientific perspective. The conducted research demonstrates that the closed-loop supply chain and the military’s reverse logistics processes take place but are not fully integrated into one whole. They lack a unified whole directed towards a common goal when reverse logistics activities are correlated to closed-loop supply chain and national circular economy goals, as well as ensuring sustainability. Outsourced services are available and used in the military, in many cases even for reverse logistics activities (repair, storage, transportation, modernization, etc.). This research made it possible to prepare a conceptual model for the organization of the military’s reverse logistics using outsourced services, thereby ensuring the creation of a sustainable supply chain.

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Green Defense Industries in the European Union: The Case of the Battle Dress Uniform for Circular Economy

Cited by 4 publications

References 45 publications

Asymmetric Effects of the Defense Burden on Environmental Degradation: Evidence from NATO Countries

Asymmetric Effects of the Defense Burden on Environmental Degradation: Evidence from NATO Countries

Circular economy integration in traditional business models: Strategies and outcomes

Challenges of Ensuring Reverse Logistics in a Military Organization Using Outsourced Services

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