Combating 3PCCL Greenwashing with the Blockchain Technology under Government Enforcement
Available online 30 December 2025
This study examines the role of blockchain technology in combating greenwashing within the context of Third-Party Cold Chain Logistics (3PCCL) under varying intensity of government enforcement. This...
Impacts of blockchain on recycling strategy in the presence of retailing platform under extended producer responsibility
Available online 18 December 2025
•Consumer green preference and government subsidy positively affect firm decision.•Consumer sensitivity for quality inspection time negatively affects firm decision.•Smaller blockchain cost promotes...
When Does ESG Matter? Industry Heterogeneity of the ESG–Firm Value Relationship in Chinese Market
Available online 1 October 2025
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have gained substantial prominence in global capital markets. However, the relationship between ESG performance and firm value remains contested....
Efficient algorithms for electric vehicles’ min-max routing problem
2024
An increase in greenhouse gases emission from the transportation sector has led companies and the government to elevate and support the production of electric vehicles (EV). With recent developments...
Improving power output wind turbine in micro-grids assisted virtual wind speed prediction
2024
Wind energy is an alternative form of energy easily obtainable in the landscape. However, the main challenge is to extract electrical power from varying wind speeds. Wind energy can be a significant...
Eco-label strategy selection for green product development in supply chain
2024
•Self-labeling and certification label strategies have been compared in green supply chain.•Consumer trust and green awareness significantly affect eco-label strategy and social welfare.•Extend the...
A fuzzy multi-criteria model with Pareto analysis for prioritizing sustainable supply chain barriers in the textile industry: Evidence from an emerging economy
2024
•This study prioritizes the barriers to sustainable supply chain management in the textile industry in emerging economies.•Pareto analysis, fuzzy theory, and Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory...
A sustainable multi-objective model for the hazardous waste location-routing problem: A real case study
2024
A substantial extent of harmful rubbish produced from manufacturing processes and health segments has posed a significant warning to the health of humans by affecting environmental concerns and the...
A multi-objective grey wolf optimizer for energy planning problem in smart home using renewable energy systems
2024
•The grey wolf optimizer (GWO) is adapted to address the Energy Planning Problem (EPP).•The EPP is formulated as a multi-objective optimization problem.•Real-world RESs are utilized to enhance the EPP.•Up...
A systematic review of life cycle assessments of 3D concrete printing
2024
The construction industry plays a crucial role in shaping our built environment, and it is imperative to adopt more sustainable and innovative practices, technologies, and tools to minimize the environmental...
Sustainable CNC machining operations, a review
2024
To minimize the quantities of carbon emissions produced by the production process, sustainable manufacturing should be implemented. CNC machining operations can be made more sustainable by optimizing...
Design and optimization of a pharmaceutical supply chain network under COVID-19 pandemic disruption
2024
Efficient management of pharmaceutical supply chains during the COVID-19 pandemic is critical to mitigate material and human losses. This paper addresses the design of a pharmaceutical supply chain...
Research on implementation factors of product ecological design based on digital collaboration
2024
To assist enterprises in adapting to the challenges of the digital era during the product eco-design stage, based on the synergistic symbiosis theory and the eco-strategy wheel, combined with literature...
Optimal logistics service strategies in green agricultural product supply chains with E-commerce platforms
2024
With the increasing development of logistics industry, an important question arises: which logistics format should an agricultural product seller select? Or when an agricultural product seller does...
Joint production and sustainability investment decisions for a risk-averse manufacturer under a Cap-and-trade policy
2024
This study considers a risk-averse manufacturer that invests in sustainability technology to reduce carbon emissions under a cap-and-trade policy. In this study, stochastic demand is initially modeled...
Assessing the factors influencing the adoption of geothermal energy to support the national grid in emerging economies: Implications for sustainability
2024
•Study examines the factors influencing the adoption of geothermal energy in emerging economies.•Delphi, fuzzy TISM, and fuzzy MICMAC methods have been applied.•Scope for new investments and employment...
Northern goshawk optimization for optimal reactive power compensation in photovoltaic low-voltage radial distribution networks
2024
In recent years, photovoltaic systems (PVs) have been increasingly integrated into radial distribution networks (RDNs). However, network operators experience significant issues because they are sporadic....
Mapping the evolution of industry 4.0 and sustainability research: A comprehensive bibliometric study
2024
In recent years, there has been a notable expansion and increased interest in the realms of Industry 4.0 (I4.0) and sustainability, capturing the attention of scholars and practitioners on a global...
Exploring electric vehicle adoption in Indonesia using zero-shot aspect-based sentiment analysis
2024
Transportation emissions significantly contribute to greenhouse gases (GHG) and climate change. Electric vehicles (EVs) offer a promising solution to this problem. Despite the noteworthy adoption of...
A systematic literature review to examine the role of additive manufacturing in achieving sustainable development goals
2024
This study is an exhaustive investigation into the role of additive manufacturing in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). Due to its compatibility with intricate structures, additive manufacturing...
Calculation of embodied mercury emissions from international trade: An empirical study from China
2024
How to use the world input-output table to calculate the embodied mercury emissions from international trade is important for the determination of mercury emission sources and targeted reduction of...
Balancing core enterprises’ triple bottom line challenge: Considering the involvement of NGOs
2024
In light of the triple bottom line (TBL) challenges of the core enterprise in promoting sustainable supply chains, we examine how non-governmental organisations’ (NGOs) involvement influences on the...
Sustainable inventory, pricing, and marketing strategies for imperfect quality perishable items with inspection errors and advertisement-, expiration date- and price-dependent demand under carbon emissions policies
2024
•Optimal inventory, pricing and advertising decisions for a perishable product.•Consideration of imperfect quality, inspection errors and carbon emissions.•Emissions are regulated by either carbon tax...
Green technology innovation guiding policies under the synergy of government and financial institutions
2024
Guiding enterprises towards green technology innovation (GTI) is a pivotal strategy for mitigating pollution and energy wastage, thereby facilitating the transition towards a green and low-carbon economy....