Inhibitors to circular economy practices in the leather industry using an integrated approach: Implications for sustainable development goals in emerging economies

Karuppiah, Koppiahraj; Sankaranarayanan, Bathrinath; Ali, Syed Mithun; Jabbour, Charbel José Chiappetta

doi:10.1016/j.spc.2021.03.015

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“…Consumer demand (P.8): Consumers choose products from firms that apply production processes with low environmental impact. Experts mention that this approach is associated with the new generations with greater attachment and concern for environmental issues (Karuppiah et al 2021 ). In the same way, they mention that the growing demand for green products generates more incentives for firms to adopt CE production processes and capture new market niches.…”

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“…An example of this situation is that energy transformation is the most developed, while waste management is the worst, under an environment where there is a lack of environmental concern on society and a lack of institutional regulations (Bilal et al 2020 ). In the leather industry of emerging economies, Karuppiah et al ( 2021 ) find several obstacles in implementing the CE; among the main ones are the uncertainty of consumer demand and the lack of social conscience in the environment. Therefore, Government entities must promote environmental awareness (Gunarathne et al 2021 ).…”

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The future of industry 4.0 and the circular economy in Chinese supply chain: In the Era of post-COVID-19 pandemic

Wang

Ponce

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Oper Manag Res

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The demand for new productive factors is increasingly required, exacerbated in a scenario in which a linear economy prevails. The circular economy (CE) adoption is a proposal to guarantee environmental sustainability and redirect an obsolete process such as the linear economy. Thus, one of the main factors that allow achieving sustainability is Industry 4.0 (I4.0). In addition, the research aims to evaluate the role of I4.0 during the COVID-19 pandemic in China. The literature review process defines ten future projections with potential for the CE's adoption. The two-round Delphi approach was developed with 54 CE experts to evaluate the projections. In both rounds, the probability of occurrence up to 2030, its impact on the CE and its desirability were evaluated. Likewise, the qualitative criteria of the experts were coded to evaluate the projections. From the ten projections, four are those with the highest probability of occurrence (EP > 70%), with high impact (I > 3.5) and desirability of occurrence (I > 3.5). Expert evaluations make it possible to identify that Industry 4.0 and the digital skills of workers, their financing, and the efficiency of Government policies have a high probability of occurrence in the adoption of the CE in 2030. This research responds to the special call of papers providing evidence favouring the implementation of I4.0 in the CE from a holistic approach to draw a roadmap towards adopting the CE practices.

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The future of industry 4.0 and the circular economy in Chinese supply chain: In the Era of post-COVID-19 pandemic

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Ponce

et al. 2022

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“…For instance, the use of the Internet of things could facilitate green supply chain management (GSCM), significantly reducing harmful emissions and improving response time optimization and resource availability (Mastos et al , 2020). Recently, Karuppiah et al. (2021) has indicated that the lack of modern technologies is one of the most influential inhibitors in implementing circular economy practices.…”

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The role of emerging technologies in implementing green practices to achieve sustainable operations

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Zia-ul-haq

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PurposeThe current study investigates the effect of industry 4.0 on green practices, including green manufacturing and green logistics, in the context of emerging economies.Design/methodology/approachA cross-sectional data were collected from 234 manufacturing firms in Pakistan, and PLS-SEM was employed to test hypotheses.FindingsWith the advent of industry 4.0 in the current era, more emphasis is being given to the adoption of digital technologies in every field. The adoption of the green approach in supply chain management provides firms with socioeconomic and environmental benefits. The study results indicate that industry 4.0 positively affects green practices, including green manufacturing and green logistics. Moreover, the results also illustrate that these green practices have a substantial effect on the sustainability performance of the firms.Research limitations/implicationsThis study provides an amplified understanding of the industry 4.0 technologies in the adoption of green practices. The outcomes also offer a policy framework for managers, legislators and manufacturers to promote green practices (i.e. green manufacturing and green logistics) in businesses.Originality/valueAlthough several recent studies have tried to investigate the effect of green practices on sustainability performance. However, as per the author's best knowledge, very few studies have analyzed the influence of industry 4.0 on green practices (i.e. green manufacturing and green logistics) in the context of emerging economies.

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“…Through sustainable manufacturing practices (i.e. green recovery strategies), the mining industry can meet some SDGs: for instance, SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation), SDG 13 (climate action), SDG 14 (life below water) and SDG 15 (life on land) (Karuppiah et al , 2021). The mining industry impacts the environment on all fronts, including polluting the land, air and water.…”

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Green recovery strategies for the mining industry of India: lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic

Marimuthu

Sankaranarayanan

Ali

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Purpose This study aims to find and evaluate the impact of COVID-19 in India’s mining activities. From the literature survey and input from experts, 14 important factors and ten green recovery strategies are identified. These 14 factors and 10 strategies are examined in a real industrial environment. Design/methodology/approach In this research study, fuzzy-complex proportional assessment is used to compare the identified strategies with the selected factors. Based on the outcome, this study identifies the optimum strategy that could assist the mining industry in handling both COVID-19 and sustainability issues. Findings The study’s outcome reveals that a large group of workers, collapse of demand and disruption, and suffered contractual workers are the top three factors that need to be considered regarding COVID-19 and sustainability issues. Effective strategies for eco-innovation practices, an emphasis on health and safety, and environmental awareness, education and training are the three primary strategies to be implemented for the greatest impact. Originality/value This research study is the first of its kind to coordinate both issues of COVID-19 and sustainability. In this regard, this study sheds a timely light on the precautions that need to be taken in tackling COVID-19 and sustainability issues. This study’s outcome will enhance the managerial capability in developing robust and effective strategies for handling difficult situations.

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Inhibitors to circular economy practices in the leather industry using an integrated approach: Implications for sustainable development goals in emerging economies

Cited by 73 publications

References 87 publications

The future of industry 4.0 and the circular economy in Chinese supply chain: In the Era of post-COVID-19 pandemic

The future of industry 4.0 and the circular economy in Chinese supply chain: In the Era of post-COVID-19 pandemic

The role of emerging technologies in implementing green practices to achieve sustainable operations

Green recovery strategies for the mining industry of India: lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic

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