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Eco-Smart Economics: Revolutionizing Jordan’s Logistics with Sustainable Drone Technology

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  • Ghazi A. Samawi

    (Business School, German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan)

  • Omar M. Bwaliez

    (Business School, German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan)

  • Wajd A. Dmour

    (Deanship of Student Affairs, Al Hussein Technical University, Amman, Jordan)

  • Metri F. Mdanat

    (Business School, German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan)

  • Mohammad A. Ta’Amnha

    (Business School, German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan)

Abstract

This study explores the implications of sustainable drone technology on the development of Jordan’s logistics sector through the eco-smart economics lens. Based on in-depth qualitative data drawn from 42 semi-structured interviews conducted in Jordan, the study evaluates drones’ influences on environmental, operational, and economic processes, finding that drone technology has the potential to substantially improve delivery timeframes, diminish carbon emissions, and contribute to the sustainable development agenda. However, the study has also outlined several limitations, such as regulatory, technical, and public concerns, especially related to privacy and security. In this regard, for Jordan to benefit from drones in the logistics sector, policy, technological, and partnership advancements are required. Such changes would ensure that Jordan develops a sustainable, rapid, and efficient logistics sector to strengthen its economy.

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  • Ghazi A. Samawi & Omar M. Bwaliez & Wajd A. Dmour & Metri F. Mdanat & Mohammad A. Ta’Amnha, 2024. "Eco-Smart Economics: Revolutionizing Jordan’s Logistics with Sustainable Drone Technology," International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, Econjournals, vol. 14(5), pages 49-61, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:eco:journ2:2024-05-6
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    Keywords

    Sustainable Drone Technology; Jordan’s logistics; Eco-smart Economics; Operational Efficiency; Environmental Sustainability;
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    JEL classification:

    • R41 - Urban, Rural, Regional, Real Estate, and Transportation Economics - - Transportation Economics - - - Transportation: Demand, Supply, and Congestion; Travel Time; Safety and Accidents; Transportation Noise
    • Q56 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Environmental Economics - - - Environment and Development; Environment and Trade; Sustainability; Environmental Accounts and Accounting; Environmental Equity; Population Growth
    • O33 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Innovation; Research and Development; Technological Change; Intellectual Property Rights - - - Technological Change: Choices and Consequences; Diffusion Processes

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