Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chain Management Principles and Practices for Sustainable Operations and Management

This book offers students and practitioners a guide to the principles and practices of sustainable logistics operations, as well as an understanding of the science of sustainability and the way it affects the supply chain. Examining the subject in an integrated manner, it covers all the key areas, including product design, procurement, cleaner production, freight transport, warehousing and storage, purchasing, supply management, reverse logistics, recycling, strategy and more. It also outlines key principles for creating responsible management of the entire supply chain and delves into the wider issues facing logistics including use of water and energy, population growth and food production.Written by three leading experts on the subject, "Sustainable Logistics and Supply Chain Management" is a comprehensive book that provides research-led applications and over 25 case studies.