Sustainable Operations
This SIG aims to promote research on topics at the interface of operations and sustainability (environmental, social and economic). Examples of current and emerging research in this area include, but are not limited to:
Eco-efficiency
Using operations management tools to reduce environmental impact, based on the integration of environmental impact measurement into manufacturing or service operations management.
Product stewardship
Analysis of closed-loop supply chains, eco-labeling, green sourcing, carbon footprinting, design for the environment.
Sustainable technology
Analysis of novel operational problems faced by organizations that develop or adopt new products or services in areas such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, green chemicals, organic agriculture, sustainable mobility, or green building.
Sustainable development
Application and adaptation of operations management concepts and tools in the effective provision of products and services to the "bottom of the pyramid."
SIG Chair
Saif Benjaafar, University of Minnesota
