Industrial Ecology and Industry Symbiosis for Environmental Sustainability
Definitions, Frameworks and Applications
De:Xiaohong Li
| <div><p>Offers a widely-applicable framework for applying Industrial Ecology and Industrial Symbiosis within companies</p> <p>Explores Industrial Ecology and Industrial Symbiosis in depth to provide greater understanding of these areas</p> <p>Links Industrial Ecology and Industrial Symbiosis with Operations Management studies and Supply Chain Management, providing interdisciplinary appeal</p></div><div><div><ul> </ul></div></div> |
Contenu
<p>This book opens up a critical dimension to the interdisciplinary field of Industrial Ecology (IE) and one of its four areas - Industrial Symbiosis (IS). Presenting the concept of closed-loop thinking, this timely book explains how industries and societies can achieve environmental sustainability, a necessity for today’s businesses. Providing a critical review of the definitions and developments of both IE and IS, this study establishes their fundamental role in improving environmental sustainability. The author identifies valuable lessons to be learned and presents conceptual frameworks to guide future IE and IS applications. Transforming industrial systems into closed-loop industrial ecosystems dramatically reduces the negative impact of industrial activities on the environment. Therefore, this book is an important read not only for operations management scholars, but also those who are interested in ensuring an environmentally sustainable future.</p><p></p><p></p>
Informations bibliographiques
décembre 2017, Anglais
PALGRAVE PIVOT
9783319675015