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Book review
2012
SUSTAINABLE LOGISTICS: A FRAMEWORK FOR GREEN CITY LOGISTICS - EXAMPLES OF POLISH CITIES
2020
Background. The emission of hazardous substances has a significant impact on environment pollution and becomes a noticeable problem. Public transport, warehouse processes, and waste management are the main sources of pollution in cities. Ecology oriented solutions in the city’s logistics systems may lead to improve the quality of citizens’ life. The use of sustainable logistics may cause positive feedback on the surrounding environment. The interest of green logistics increases rapidly due to a growing amount of urban waste, energy consumption and greenhouse gases released to the atmosphere. The aim of this paper is to analyze the green logistics solutions and to consider their application …
GREEN LOGISTICS – A DIFFERENT AND SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS GROWTH MODEL
2014
Built on the concepts of green logistics and green supply chain management (GrSCM), this paper presents the relationship between logistical activities and its related environmental effects and costs. By greening their supply chain, companies can better use their assets, optimize resources- do more with less, improve and create sustainable technology, ensure continuity and strategic, long-term alliances. Business ethics and social responsibility are important components of organisational effectiveness. Most companies recognize that socially responsible activities improve their image among consumers, stakeholders, the financial community and other relevant publics. They have found that enviro…