Low carbon supply chain: a state-of-the-art literature review
Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management
ISSN: 1741-038X
Article publication date: 14 February 2018
Issue publication date: 26 February 2018
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to review the relevant literature on low carbon supply chain management (LCSCM) and classify it on contextual base. It also aims at identifying key decision-making issues in LCSCM. This paper also highlights some of the future challenges and scope of research in this domain.
Design/methodology/approach
A content analysis is carried out by systematically collecting the literature from major academic sources over a period of 18 years (2000-2017), identifying structural dimensions and classifying it on contextual base.
Findings
There is an increasing trend of research on LCSCM, but this research is still in a nascent stage. All supply chain functions such as supplier selection, inventory planning, network design and logistic decisions have been redefined by integrating emissions-related issues.
Research limitations/implications
Limitation of this study is inherent in its unit of analysis. Only peer-reviewed journal articles published in English language have been considered in this study.
Practical implications
Findings of prior studies on low carbon inventory control, transportation planning, facility allocation, location selection and supply chain coordination have been highlighted in this study. This will help supply chain practitioners in decision making.
Originality/value
Though there are an increasing number of studies about carbon emission-related issues in supply chain management, the present literature lacks to provide a review of the overarching publications. This paper addresses this gap by providing a comprehensive review of literature on emissions-related issues in supply chain management.
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Acknowledgements
The authors would like to place on record their appreciation to two anonymous referees for their valuable suggestions, which have enhanced the quality of the paper over its earlier version.
Citation
Das, C. and Jharkharia, S. (2018), "Low carbon supply chain: a state-of-the-art literature review", Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, Vol. 29 No. 2, pp. 398-428. https://doi.org/10.1108/JMTM-09-2017-0188
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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