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Sustainable Operations and Green Supply Chains: Strategies for Environmental and Economic Value

Daniel H. Weber

Received 17 Apr 2026, Published online: 30 Jun 2023

Published in Volume 3, Issue 1, 2023, pages 4-6

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Abstract

Sustainable operations and green supply chain management (GSCM) have become central to modern business strategies amid growing environmental concerns and regulatory pressures. This paper explores how sustainability principles are integrated into operations and supply chains to reduce environmental impact, enhance resource efficiency, and create long-term value. Key concepts include life cycle assessment, green procurement, eco-design, reverse logistics, and closed-loop supply chains. We examine best practices across industries and assess the role of technologies, regulations, and stakeholder pressures in shaping sustainable operations. The paper concludes with strategic recommendations for companies pursuing environmental and economic performance simultaneously.

Keywords

  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Circular Economy
  • Eco-Design
  • Green Procurement
  • Carbon Footprint
  • Reverse Logistics

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© 2023 Journal of Magnetism and Its Applications. This article is published under CC BY 4.0.

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Daniel H. Weber , D. H. W. (2023). Sustainable Operations and Green Supply Chains: Strategies for Environmental and Economic Value. Journal of Magnetism and Its Applications, 3(1), 4-6.

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Sustainable Operations and Green Supply Chains: Strategies for Environmental and Economic Value. (2023). Journal of Magnetism and Its Applications, 3(1), 4-6. https://www.jourmag.org/index.php/jma/article/view/116