Covering the theory and practice of sustainable logistics and supply chain management (SCM), this book takes a holistic view across the supply chain from point of origin through point of
consumption. Going beyond the usual factors studied, such as fuel use and carbon dioxide emission, this book looks at wider sustainability factors related to globalization and global supply
chains. The book begins with an overview of contemporary thought on sustainability as it pertains to logistics and SCM, then background on the climate change debate and a review of earth
eco-systems. Five core chapters examine sustainability issues in freight transport, warehousing, product design and packaging, supplier relationships and sustainable purchasing, and reverse
logistics and recycling. There is also material on risk and corporate responsibility. The reader friendly layout includes summary tables, checklists, and case boxes on large and small companies
such a Xerox, the global chocolate industry, the mobile phone sector in Thailand, and social supermarkets. Grant is affiliated with Hull University. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland,
OR (booknews.com)
