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The Role of Reusable Packaging Implementation Toward More Sustainable Supply Chain

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  • Zaviša Žilvinas

    (Lecturer, Utena University of Applied Sciences, Maironio str. 7, Utena, Lithuania)

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This article examines the main aspects of sustainable packaging, particularly reusable plastic containers, in the development of green supply chains, considering ongoing scientific research in this area, comparing the pollution from reusable plastic containers and cardboard boxes used for packaging, and the advantages and disadvantages of both types of packaging. Although numerous studies in recent years have highlighted the advantages and disadvantages of both types of packaging, a consensus on environmental effectiveness and sustainability aspects has yet to be reached. The aim of this article is to analyze the main aspects influencing the implementation of reusable packaging to achieve sustainability in supply chains. A review of the scientific literature reveals that reusable plastic crates, despite initially higher resource consumption, become more sustainable over time, reducing the amount of waste and energy consumed. The article also presents recommendations for incorporating sustainable packaging into green supply chain practices.

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  • Zaviša Žilvinas, 2024. "The Role of Reusable Packaging Implementation Toward More Sustainable Supply Chain," Management Theory and Studies for Rural Business and Infrastructure Development, Sciendo, vol. 46(2), pages 190-201.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:mtrbid:v:46:y:2024:i:2:p:190-201:n:1008
    DOI: 10.15544/mts.2024.20
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    Keywords

    sustainable packaging; reusable packaging; single-use cardboard boxes; life cycle analysis; green supply chains;
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    JEL classification:

    • O13 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - Agriculture; Natural Resources; Environment; Other Primary Products
    • O21 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Development Planning and Policy - - - Planning Models; Planning Policy
    • M31 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Marketing and Advertising - - - Marketing

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