This chapter introduces modern Location Science. It traces the roots of the area and
describes the path leading to the full establishment of this research field. It identifies several …

The rapid expansion of first-generation biodiesel production from vegetable edible oils and
animal fats has triggered a sense of concern among policymakers and development …

The fast depletion of fossil fuels and adverse environmental impact from combustion have
triggered an urgent need for new, cleaner and sustainable energy resources. In the last few …

Nowadays, the intensification of a competitive environment in markets in conjunction with
sustainability issues has forced organizations to concentrate on designing sustainable …

Global warming, environmental issues, food crisis and energy security are the main
concerning problems which have triggered a sense of urgency among policymakers and …

In recent years, governments are increasingly interested in develo** public–private
partnerships such as outsourcing logistics to service providers to benefit from better …

Natural disasters are a part of human history worldwide. To mitigate after-disaster damages,
it is imperative to create an effective disaster supply chain. This research proposes a …

In recent years, due to governmental legislation, environmental groups' pressures, customer
green expectation, etc., closed-loop green supply chains have gained paramount …

The purpose of this study is twofold: first, to establish the current themes on the topic of
manufacturing and supply chain flexibility (MSCF), assess their level of maturity in relation to …

Flexible supply chain networks are one of the most effective class of supply chains in both
manufacturing and service sectors. In such networks, different delivery modes can …