Sustainable Production and Consumption Systems

This book opens up a critical dimension to the field of industrial ecology.The book discusses the post COVID-19 trends in the field of industrial ecology and evolving practices adopted by firms for betterment of environment and society.The authors identify valuable lessons to be learned and present conceptual frameworks to guide future industrial ecology applications.Transforming industrial systems into closed-loop industrial ecosystems dramatically reduces the negative impact of industrial activities on the environment.Therefore, this book is important not only for operation management scholars but also those who are interested in ensuring an environmentally sustainable future.