Logistics, Supply Chain, Sustainability and Global Challenges Feed

Digital Readiness and Market Orientation as Drivers of Sustainable Supply Chain Performance: A Dynamic Capability Perspective

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This study examines how market orientation contributes to sustainable supply chain performance through process improvement and supply chain efficiency, and whether digital readiness strengthens these relationships. Drawing on the Resource-Based View and Dynamic Capabilities Theory, the study conceptualizes sustainability as a dynamic capability that connects operational efficiency with long-term strategic performance. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among manufacturing firms operating in an emerging economy, and the proposed relationships were tested using structural equation modeling. The findings indicate that market orientation enhances strategic performance primarily through a sequential capability chain involving process improvement and supply chain efficiency. Sustainability plays a mediating role by transforming efficiency gains into enduring competitive outcomes. In addition, digital readiness strengthens the impact of process improvement on supply chain efficiency, highlighting the importance of technological preparedness in capability transformation. This research contributes to supply chain management literature by integrating digital readiness and sustainability within a unified capability-based framework and offers practical insights for managers seeking to align digital transformation initiatives with sustainable performance objectives.

Climate Change Impacts’ Mitigation Strategies in Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Pragmatism of Data Envelopment Analysis and Malmquist Index in its Measurement

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The escalating consequences of climate change have highlighted the urgent necessity of integrating sustainability into supply chain management to mitigate environmental impacts while maintaining economic viability. This review systematically synthesizes the existing literature on mitigation strategies within Sustainable Supply Chain Management (hereafter: SSCM), with a focus on the practicality of analytical application of Data Envelopment Analysis (hereafter: DEA) and the Malmquist Index (hereafter: MI) in assessing eco-efficiency, productivity, and technological progress. Drawing upon an in-depth review of the literature conducted during the preparation of this article in February-March 2025, felicitous and expedient studies published from 1984 to 2024 were reviewed. It identified four principal mitigation pathways: the adoption of green technologies, carbon emission reduction initiatives, resource optimization through circular economy practices, and resilience enhancement against climate-induced disruptions. The integration of knowledge-based, systems, and swift-flow theories provides a robust conceptual foundation for understanding the dynamic and adaptive nature of SSCM. The findings indicate that technological innovation, digital transformation, and stakeholder collaboration are critical enablers of sustainable performance and climate resilience. Furthermore, the study emphasizes methodological advancements through the combined use of DEA and MI in benchmarking performance and tracking sustainability trajectories over time. Despite significant progress, notable gaps remain regarding the standardization of DEA models, the inclusion of social sustainability indicators, and the empirical validation of digitalization impacts. This review contributes to the theoretical and methodological advancement of SSCM by developing an integrative conceptual framework that links climate change impacts, mitigation strategies, and quantitative performance evaluation. The insights derived offer valuable guidance for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to design resilient, efficient, and environmentally responsible supply chains in an era of climate uncertainty.

Developing strategic supply chain pathways for application of agricultural crops as biobased construction materials, products and modular systems

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The construction sector accounts for 37% of global carbon emissions and 40% of EU waste, driving policy initiatives toward decarbonisation and circularity. While biobased materials offer low-carbon alternatives, their limited adoption reflects systemic supply chain barriers rather than technical inadequacy. This research develops and applies a novel hierarchical supply chain mapping framework to identify strategic pathways for agri-crop biobased construction in Ireland, focusing on straw, hemp, and miscanthus. A novel four-stage supply chain mapping framework is developed integrating processing complexity and technological levels, applied in two national stakeholder workshops engaging multiple organisations across agriculture, manufacturing, construction, and policy sectors. Analysis reveals a range of potential supply chains spanning low-technology applications (bales, blown-in insulation) to industrialised products (boards, blocks, modular panels), with processing infrastructure and certification identified as critical bottlenecks. Irish workshops validate straw as the priority pathway, leveraging existing harvesting and chipping infrastructure for immediate market entry via timber-frame and modular systems, with staged expansion toward advanced fibre processing. Hemp presents high-value niche potential contingent on decortication capacity, while miscanthus offers long-term complementary benefits. Cross-cutting enablers include regional processing hubs, accelerated certification, public procurement, and coordinated policy frameworks. The novel hierarchical mapping framework and stakeholder-validated pathways provide a structured roadmap for translating agricultural by-products into viable construction resources, with applicability to similar regional and national contexts.

Assessing lean practices within third-party logistics services providers in Jordan

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This paper aims to evaluate the effect of Muda (waste) practices on warehouse efficiency within third-party logistics providers (hereafter: 3PLs) operations using Data Envelopment Analysis (hereafter: DEA). The study employs a quantitative method to evaluate the impact of Lean (Muda) practices on warehouse efficiency within 3PL operations. A descriptive and correlational design is used, integrating DEA for efficiency calculation and regression analyses to assess the relationships between Lean practices and performance metrics. Data collection involved structured questionnaires. The study found significant variations in efficiency among the decision-making units (hereafter: DMUs), with a few achieving optimal performance (100%) while many showed inefficiencies below 50%, highlighting substantial room for improvement. Regression analysis confirmed a strong positive correlation between total waste reduction practices with operational efficiency (R2 = 0.894, p < 0.001). Among specific stages, waste reduction practices at Put-away, Picking, and Dispatching significantly improved efficiency, while Receiving practices had no meaningful impact. The originality of this study is in its integration of DEA and regression analysis for comprehensively assessing the impact of stage-specific waste reduction practices on 3PL operational efficiency in Jordan, a region with limited prior research.

Effects of Regulatory Capability on E-Waste Management in Reverse Logistics of Informal SMEs in Dodoma City

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This study examines how regulatory capability factors influence e-waste management performance in reverse logistics among informal small and medium enterprises (hereafter: SMEs) in Dodoma City, Tanzania. Regulatory capability is conceptualised to include the legal framework, technical capacity, stakeholder engagement, and cultural and behavioural factors. A quantitative survey design was used, collecting data from owners/managers of informal e-waste-related SMEs. Results indicate that certain dimensions of regulatory capability have significant positive effects on e-waste reverse logistics performance. In particular, enforcement of e-waste regulations, availability of skilled personnel and recycling infrastructure, public awareness, and cultural norms recognizing e-waste as hazardous each showed significant contributions. The study highlights the need for strengthening regulatory frameworks and enforcement, enhancing technical capabilities, improving stakeholder engagement, and fostering cultural change towards sustainable e-waste practices. Practically, policymakers should focus on clearer e-waste legislation enforcement and capacity building, while SME managers and community leaders should collaborate to improve collection and recycling initiatives. This research addresses a gap in empirical studies on e-waste reverse logistics in the context of informal economies in developing countries. It provides evidence on which regulatory capability factors most strongly impact reverse logistics performance for e-waste in a developing country, informing both theory and practice in circular economy and waste management fields.

Sustainable Manufacturing in Industry 4.0 by Artificial Intelligent and Internet of Things, A Review

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Artificial Intelligent (hereafter: AI), Internet of Things (hereafter: IoT) and data analytics are used to provide real-time resource utilization monitoring and optimization within Industry 4.0 era. As a result, waste is decreased and resource efficiency is improved which can minimize environmental impact and supports sustainability goals. By growing concerns of environmental issues, sustainability was converted to fundamental prerequisite of contemporary industrial systems. In order to present advanced models and methodologies of AI and IoT applications in sustainability enhancement of part manufacturing within Industry 4.0, the review of recent developments is presented in the study. It analyzes the applications of AI, IoT and data analytics in terms of resource optimization and decision-making regarding sustainability concerns of part manufacturing procedures. This study investigates how Industry 4.0 can be applied for sustainable manufacturing by improving resource efficiency, integrating renewable energy, allowing circular economy practices and promoting supply chain transparency. The study synthesizes data from recent research works in order to explain the contributions of smart manufacturing, predictive maintenance, virtual machining and blockchain supported supply chain management in terms of waste, energy usage and environmental impact minimization of advanced manufacturing. The article also discusses AI and IoT technology applications in terms of enhancing traceability, visibility, and efficiency within supply chain management processes. Applications of decentralized manufacturing, human-centric design, and collaborative industrial ecosystems are also presented and discussed. Also, key challenges including rising e-waste, data privacy threats, talent shortages and the demand of supporting legislative frameworks and resilient digital infrastructures are discussed in the study. Moreover, to provide the potential future research directions from AI and IoT applications in achieving sustainability within industry 4.0 paradigm, novel ideas are presented and discussed. As a result, the study provides practical insights and recommendations which enable researchers, industry stakeholders and lawmakers to analyze and develop sustainability strategies inside industrial contexts within Industry 4.0 era.

Extending the theory of planned behavior to understand hotel managers pro-enviromental behavior in supply procurement process: Sustainable resourcing to alleviate global warming

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Hotel managers’ behaviour and decision making significantly impacts hotel energy consumption, operating costs, and environmental issues. Encouraging pro-environmental behaviours among hotel managers is vital for sustainable development in the hotel and tourism sector. This study aims to understand the factors that drive hotel managers to adopt sustainable practices, especially in supply chain management, to combat global warming. An expanded model based on the Theory of Planned Behavior was developed, incorporating elements like global warming consciousness, actions to alleviate global warming, emotional responses, and varying supply expenses. An online survey was conducted with 479 hotel managers involved in the supply chain procurement process. Data analysis utilized partial least squares-structural equation modelling techniques, revealing that global warming consciousness greatly influences managers’ attitudes and purposes to engage in sustainable practices. Fostering actions to reduce global warming also positively impacts these purposes. Additionally, anticipated emotions such as remorse are critical in shaping behavioural purposes. Findings also indicate that personal attitudes, subjective social standards, and perceived self-control over sustainability efforts influence managers’ purposes in practising sustainable resourcing. Notably, varying food and beverage supply expenditure levels moderate seven out of nine of the proposed hypotheses. This research identifies a substantial gap in the current literature regarding the relationship between hotel managers’ sustainable practices and global warming within the hotel and tourism sector. By employing an extended Theory of Planned Behavior framework, this research makes a meaningful contribution to the ongoing effort to improve sustainability in the hotel and tourism sector, particularly in Malaysia.

Competencies in 4.0 logistics: a case of Slovenia

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

This paper investigates the competencies demanded by employers in Slovenia’s logistics sector, as identified through the analysis of job advertisements in field of logistics and supply chains in Slovenia. The study begins with a theoretical framework, outlining the concept of competencies, their relevance within the field of logistics, and their evolving role in the context of Industry 4.0, or the so-called “smart industry.” The empirical component of the research focuses on identifying the competencies required of logistics and supply chain professionals in Slovenia. These competencies were systematically categorized into three groups—technical, managerial, and social—according to the model proposed by Grodek-Szostak et al. (2020). For each category, the five most frequently cited competencies were determined and ranked. The findings suggest that technical competencies, particularly those aligned with emerging and developing technologies and industry innovations, are extremely important in the Slovenian logistics and supply chain sector. The results stress the necessity for continuous professional development and lifelong learning, as most competencies are acquired through combination of formal education and work experiences. The analysis also highlights a discrepancy: many job advertisements do not explicitly require certain technical competencies that are essential for the successful implementation and advancement of smart industry principles.

The Relationship Between Population Aging and Travel Demand: Evidence from Taiwan

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

This study employed a recursive mixed-process model to analyze how sociodemographic characteristics affected household transportation expenditures and car ownership in Taiwan. Transportation expenditures were segmented into those for private vehicle use and those for public transport services. Data on households were sourced from Taiwan’s Family Income and Expenditure Survey for the years 2002 and 2022. The principal findings were as follows. First, household travel demand varied by household life cycle stage, with middle-aged households exhibiting the highest travel demand. Older households also exhibited substantial travel demand and had higher transportation expenditures and car ownership rates than households headed by individuals under 29 years old did. A finding of increased mobility among households headed by older adults reflected longer life expectancy, improved health, and greater wealth. Second, household composition considerably affected transportation expenditures and car ownership. For example, additional family members were typically associated with increased transportation expenditures. However, additional members aged 14 years or younger were associated with reduced public transportation expenditures because private vehicles often replaced public transit because they were used for caregiving and delivery. By contrast, additional older family members (aged 65 years or older) were associated with reduced private transportation expenditures and increased public transportation expenditures, reflecting older individuals’ limited wealth and the high costs of private vehicle use. These results clarify the determinants of transportation expenditures and highlight the characteristics of Taiwanese households reliant on private vehicles. As family structures change and population aging continues, age-friendly public transportation systems should be prioritized in the development of transportation.

Supply chain integrity: Addressing Ethical Concerns in Agricultural Supply Chains

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Ethics has become a trending phenomenon in most disciplines as a result of the sustainability wave enshrined in the United Nations Sustainability Goals (SDGs). In business circles procurement ethics have become topical as a result of the rising malpractices whose ripple effects have far reaching economic, social and environmental consequences. In the agricultural supply chains procurement ethics have been called to question due to outcries from the tobacco contract farmers whose livelihoods are affected by supplier development washing in the form of exorbitantly priced contract farming inputs. The unethical practice of supplier development washing in the form of exorbitantly priced tobacco contract farming inputs has some ripple effects which this study sought to determine. Twenty-five contracted tobacco farmers were interviewed and the results indicated that farmers subjected to tobacco merchants’ unethical conduct tend to practice contractor switching, side marketing, become insolvent, and indulge in unorthodox cost cutting measures. The study recommended that the regulatory authorities should intervene to bring sanity to the tobacco supply chains through enforcing contract farming mechanisms that reflect genuine supplier development.

Changes in emissions of NOx and PM2.5 as a result of the implementation of measures in sectors close to the population: energy efficiency in residential buildings, and passenger cars substitution

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

This paper examines different strategies for reducing air pollution through measures implemented in key sectors. Current environmental and energy policies at the European and Spanish levels are focused on increasing energy efficiency and the penetration of renewable energy sources. In this study, changes in emissions of two major pollutants affecting human health — nitrogen oxides (NOx) and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) — are quantified as a result of implementing a set of planned measures, considering Spain’s 2030 policy targets and using 2021 as the reference year. The measures target sectors that are directly connected to the population: residential buildings and passenger cars. The results indicate that the greatest benefits in terms of emission reductions are achieved through the replacement of combustion-based passenger road transport with electric vehicles, as well as through improvements to building envelopes, particularly once the electricity mix reaches the 2030 renewable energy penetration target.

Strongest Drivers of Trust in Automotive Supply Chains

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The issue addressed in this paper concerns the erosion of trust within supply chains, as reported by key industry stakeholders. In this context, automotive component buyers frequently rely on single-source suppliers, thereby intensifying competitive pressures on component manufacturers. Consequently, automotive component suppliers must seek to strengthen supplier relationships to enhance trust. Given the limited opportunities for differentiation, automotive component suppliers increasingly pursue alternative strategies to ensure their long-term sustainability, with a particular emphasis on value-driven supplier relationships founded on trust. Existing literature suggests that optimised supplier relationships contribute to trust-building. This study employs a quantitative approach, utilising path analysis to identify the relationship value construct exhibiting the strongest correlation with trust. The findings indicate a significant correlation between product quality and delivery, suggesting that the timely and accurate delivery of products is the most critical factor in fostering trust between buyers and suppliers. Additionally, the analysis reveals that the most statistically significant aspect of relationship value is product quality and delivery. The paper concludes with theoretical and managerial recommendations, including the implementation of a relational governance strategy within automotive supply chains to strengthen trust and enhance long-term sustainability.

The Integration of Blockchain Technology and Internet of Things in realising Sustainable Agro food Supply Chains: An insight into small to medium scale Soya Beans farmers in Mashonaland Central Province, Zimbabwe

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The world population is projected to reach 9 billion by 2050, which is 34% higher than it is now and the demand for agricultural food is expected to increase as well. Research has shown that the demand for soya beans is on the increase owing to its contribution in cooking oil, stock feed and other by-products. On average, Zimbabwe’s soya bean national output production is only enough to meet 30% of national demand, which is supplemented by imports from South Africa, Zambia and Malawi. Constraints in information gathering, storage, safeguarding, and sharing, environmental changes and escalations in input prices has become a catch phrase for soya bean supply systems failure. This study’s objective is to explore strategies which can be adopted by soya bean small to medium scale farmers to realise sustainability in their supply chains and build food security in Mashonaland Central Province of Zimbabwe. This study therefore proposes the integration of Blockchain Technology (hereafter: BCT) and Internet of Things (hereafter: IoT) to improve sustainability in the soya bean supply chain systems in Zimbabwe. The researchers adopted a pragmatism research philosophy premised on the mixed methods research approach because quantitative data alone is not sufficient to answer the research questions. Quantitative data were analysed using STATA 15 and NVivo version 16 was used to analyse qualitative data. Using Krejcie and Morgan (1970) a sample size of 375 farmers was randomly selected to respond to questionnaires. Six (6) AGRITEX officers and two (2) Agronomists were purposefully selected from the six (6) districts of Mashonaland Central Province and were interviewed. Findings from the research showed that there is minimal uptake of Artificial Intelligence (hereafter: AI) technologies in soya bean supply chains in Mashonaland Central Province which has slowed the improvements in production and sustainability of agro-supply chains. The study recommends the integration of blockchain and IoT technologies to improve sustainability in soya bean production in Zimbabwe.

The influence of negotiation approaches on supplier relationship management in Zimbabwe's fast-food industry

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) has become a cornerstone of business success since the transformation of the procurement function to supply chain management. Extant literature has documented various predictors of vibrant supplier relationships. However, missing in the extant literature is the potential of negotiation approaches to cultivation of healthy supplier relationships. This study therefore sought to determine the influence of negotiation approaches on SRM. A sample of 150 dyadic transactions in the fast-food restaurant industry was surveyed. The broad dichotomous categorisation of negotiation methods into distributive and integrative approaches was used. SRM was operationalised using dimensions such as commitment, trust, communication, adaptation, and satisfaction. After conducting a Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA) the results revealed that the distributive strategy was weakly linked to supplier relationship, while a strong supplier relationship was observed in the use of integrative negotiation strategy. It was therefore recommended that procurement practitioners must employ integrative negotiation strategies and tactics in order to create sustainable supplier relationship management.

Managing Traffic Congestion Pricing, the Associated Equity Issues, and Establishment of Sustainable Funding for Transportation Infrastructures

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Road traffic congestion, partly resulting from inefficient land use plans and the inadequacy of existing transportation infrastructure to transport people from various origins to various destinations, using the same paths, at the same time (without delay) is an issue of concern to humanity". Inadequate funding for transportation limits the number of roads that can be built to increase the capacity of the transportation network. Road traffic congestion pricing has been identified as a way of reducing congestion, as it makes the cost of travel more apparent to users, but there is concern about equity issues for those who may not be able to afford the price tag. This study used the records of vehicle miles travelled in a country to illustrate the variations in revenue that could be achieved with varied fuel efficiency of vehicles. As an illustration, a comparison of revenue that could have been generated (all other things being equal) using a vehicle-kilometre travel (VKT) pricing system as compared to fuel tax for a 5-year period was also done. This review noted that the VKT ‘road user fee’ pricing system is a viable way to make the cost of travel apparent to motorists and form a basis for equity between those who use fossil fuel vehicles and those who use alternative energy. In addition to presenting a simplified procedure for establishing a sustainable transportation finance system, this study also presented a simplified method to estimate the appropriate fuel tax, as well as VKT road user fee to achieve a self-funded transportation system.

Application of the VIKOR method for solving problems in logistics

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

When companies make strategic decisions, responsible persons must take into account as many influential parameters as possible so that the solution to the given problem is the most optimal, that is, they make the most appropriate decision. Multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) can find a very large application for solving such very complex and important issues, where it is of particular importance that the company makes the most appropriate decision. Making the optimal decision for a given problem directly affects the financial performance of a given company. In this paper, the VIKOR method will be applied, which until now has not been used to solve problems related to the choice of warehouse location, but is very often and very successfully used to solve various complex problems when applying multi-criteria decision making (MCDM). The purpose of this paper is to show that the VIKOR method can be successfully applied to select the optimal warehouse location for a company that has subsidiaries in multiple locations.

Information communication technology and supply chain efficiency in manufacturing SMES in Bulawayo Province in Zimbabwe

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

There has been a global plummeting trend of failure in most manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) due to purported supply chain inefficiency. It is imperative for clothing manufacturing SMEs in developing nations like Zimbabwe, with reference to Bulawayo Province, which lacks digitization to integrate Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions into their supply chain operations to improving efficiency and maintain competitiveness in the global market. Thus, the purpose of the study was to evaluate ICT and supply chain efficiency in the clothing manufacturing SMEs in Bulawayo Province. Employing the pragmatic approach, data were collected using semi-structured questionnaires from a sample of 107 from a total population of 147 that were triangulated with 15 interviews from clothing manufacturing SMEs in Bulawayo. A simple linear regression analysis through Ordinary Least Squares was conducted to test the relationship between ICT and supply chain efficiency. The results show that ICT has a positive and statistically significant effect on cost performance, agility and delivery performance in Bulawayo clothing manufacturing SMEs. By prioritizing ICT adoption, managers can achieve better cost management, increased responsiveness to market demands, and enhanced delivery capabilities. It is recommended that clothing manufacturing SMEs in Bulawayo should embrace the ICT. Further studies should examine the relationship between ICT and supply chain efficiency in manufacturing SMEs across different industries and nations.

Fostering Ethical Business Practices: A Bibliometric Review of the Linkages of Organizational Culture, Environment, and Business Ethics

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Business ethics is becoming an important concern in the era of increasing sustainability issues, and a strong organizational culture can be the foundation for implementing business ethics. This research analyzes publication trends related to organizational culture, environment, and business ethics, as well as how to build an ethical business environment. The study used bibliometric analysis with Scopus data sources with 134 documents from 1994-2024 with the keywords "organizational culture”, “organizational environment”, and “business ethics", VOSViewer and NVIVO software were utilized to analyze data. It was discovered that ethical and integrity leadership, a strong organizational culture, and ethical communication are key pillars in creating an ethical and sustainable business environment. This research highlights the importance of integrating ethical values in organizational policies and governance, as well as the active role of leaders in upholding ethical standards. Open and honest communication and a sustainable CSR program reinforce organizational ethical practices. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening ethics policies, implementing regular ethics training, and building an organizational culture that supports ethical values to improve long-term performance. The research also offers theoretical insights into the strategic role of leadership and culture in sustainable business ethics.

Defining a sustainable supply chain for buildings Off-Site envelope thermal insulation solutions: proposal of a methodology to investigate opportunities based on a context analysis

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

External wall thermal insulation is one of the most effective solutions on the market to increase energy efficiency in the built environment. Off-Site Construction (OSC), through better control of the various parameters involved, can bring important advantages, such as the reduction of construction time, the improvement of product and process quality, etc. In the last years, the rapidly growing demand for thermal insulation systems, stimulated also by tax incentives, has generated a unique situation in Italy compared to the rest of Europe, also leading to a considerable fragmentation of the supply chain with several players involved (component and system manufacturers, distributors, and installers). The complexity of such context makes Italy an extremely challenging and insightful case study for a supply chain and sustainability study, also considering the fact that the energy efficiency of the Italian building stock represents a crucial challenge to achieve the country’s energy saving goals since 40% of final energy consumption derives from buildings and 75% of the building stock presents a low energy performance (energy labels E, F and G). This article presents both an analysis of the Italian market of manufacturers of building envelope thermal insulation solutions, highlighting the different players in the supply chain in terms of number, type, and marketed products and solutions, and a focus on sustainable and recycled materials. The study also aims to define a methodology to investigate the state of play and opportunities for industrialisation of this market and its bottlenecks. In the article, a questionnaire is proposed to collect information and opinions on the spread of OSC and the perception of companies and professionals regarding the advantages and disadvantages of industrializing the sector. A first validation of the survey is presented in the form of industrial focus groups.

Economic Growth and Environmental Sustainability determinants: a panel ARDL evidence for EU Countries

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Economic growth and environmental sustainability nowadays are considered to be of particular importance, so understanding the main contributing factors is very important as well. This paper aims to examine the common determinants of economic growth and environmental sustainability, inspect the relationship between these key elements, and check their significance in economic growth and environmental sustainability. With data from EU member states for a period of ten years (2011-2020) the panel autoregressive distributed lag technique (ARDL) is used for the aim of this paper. Common determinants such as recycling and environmental taxes were found to be the major contributors to economic growth in the long run. Recycling is found to be a major contributor to environmental sustainability as well, however, environmental taxes are detected to have a negative impact on environmental sustainability in the long run, but none of these determinants have any impact in the short run.