Ecological Input-Output Analysis of Material Flows in Industrial Systems

Bailey, Reid

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“…The PL of all cycled flows (i.e., the portion of PL due to cycled flows) and the PL of all straightthrough flows (i.e., the portion of PL due to straight-through flows) are defined analogously to how PL is defined in equation (8). Bailey (2000) introduces two cycling metrics that are particularized for industrial material flows. RE c and RE p are called the "consumption" and "production" cycling efficiencies, respectively.…”

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“…Certainly, some of the input-output flow metrics (e.g., CI, RE k ) are similar to the existing metrics introduced in the literature review (e.g., recycling rate). Direct comparison of these metrics is not, however, the focus here; such comparisons are published elsewhere (Bailey 2000;Bailey et al 2001). The theoretical distinction made earlier is sufficient for our purposes here: Inputoutput flow metrics such as CI, PL, and RE k consider an entire system of flows (and all direct and indirect paths taken by flows in the system), whereas traditional metrics only focus on a small set of the total flows in a system.…”

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“…Here, the focus is on environmental objectives for material flow systems. All aspects of this strategy cannot be dealt with in the confines of this article (they are shown in full in Bailey's [2000] dissertation). The following, however, are addressed here:…”

Section: Flow Metrics and System Synthesismentioning

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“…Otherwise, RE p should be decreased. Bailey (2000) shows that the return cycling efficiencies (RE c and RE p ) are more effective measures of environmental objectives than PL and CI. The basic rationale is as follows: Superfluous industrial cycling (even to the extent of making highly recyclable scrap at the expense of making products) could actually be encouraged if CI and PL were to be solely used for objectives.…”

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“…As defined by Finn (1977), flow magnitudes are the particular values of flows in a system. As used by Bailey (2000), statistical relationships between the magnitudes of different types of flows and flow metrics provide the link between this control factor and system behavior. As used here, changes in flow magnitude are used to generate scenarios for evaluation.…”

Section: Controlling the Metricsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Applying Ecological Input‐Output Flow Analysis to Material Flows in Industrial Systems: Part II: Flow Metrics

Bailey

Bras

Allen

2004

J of Industrial Ecology

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This article, continuing with the themes of the companion article, expounds the capabilities of input‐output techniques as applied to material flows in industrial systems. Material flows are the primary focus because of their role in directly linking natural and industrial systems and thereby being fundamental components of environmental issues in industrial economies. The specific topic in this article concerns several material flow metrics used to characterize system behavior that are derived from the ecological development of input‐output techniques; most notable of these metrics are several measures of material cycling and a measure of the number of processes visited by material while in a system. These metrics are shown to be useful in analyzing the state of material flow systems. Further‐more, the metrics are shown to be a central link in connecting input‐output flow analysis to synthesis (i.e., the process of using measurements of system behavior to design changes to that system). By connecting the flow metrics to both environmental objectives and controllable aspects of flow models, changes to existing flow systems are synthesized to generate improved system behavior. To bring this pair of articles to a close, several limitations of input‐output flow analysis are summarized with the goal of stimulating further interest and research.

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Applying Ecological Input‐Output Flow Analysis to Material Flows in Industrial Systems: Part II: Flow Metrics

Bailey

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Allen

2004

J of Industrial Ecology

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Ecological Input−Output Analysis-Based Sustainability Analysis of Industrial Systems

Piluso

Huang

Lou

2008

Ind. Eng. Chem. Res.

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Industrial sustainability is a vital issue in pursuing the long-term development of industrial systems. This paper utilizes the existing Ecological Input−Output Analysis (EIOA) method, in combination with known and established environmental (mass intensity) and economic (gross profit) sustainability metrics, to (i) create a systematic analysis methodology capable of evaluating various decisions, which are made by individual plant management for the benefit of their own company, and (ii) determine which option results in the best route for improving sustainable development, at the plant, industry, and regional levels. Such information will be valuable for the synergistic sustainability improvements of both individual entities as well as industrial regions. To demonstrate the efficacy of this methodology, a case study involving a network of different industries is presented. Sustainability of the base case and two modified cases is assessed. The one with the highest positive environmental and economic sustainability impact is recommended.

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Enablers of sustainable industrial ecosystem: framework and future research directions

Kumari

Patil

2019

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to dig out enablers of sustainable industrial ecosystem to develop a framework. Design/methodology/approach To test the framework statistically, a structured questionnaire was designed. Measures for the questionnaire were adopted from an extensive literature review. Further, the questionnaire was pretested and further pilot study was conducted. Adding to this, the reliability and validity of the constructs was examined using confirmatory factor analysis followed by covariance-based structural equation modeling to test research hypotheses. Findings The statistical analyses suggest that the model exceeds the threshold limit for goodness of fit after undergoing through few iterations. Normative pressure has a low effect than rest of the factors. Originality/value The present study is a unique contribution in terms of its theoretical implications and practical use. Finally, research findings are concluded and further research directions is outlined.

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Ecological Input-Output Analysis of Material Flows in Industrial Systems

Cited by 8 publications

References 10 publications

Applying Ecological Input‐Output Flow Analysis to Material Flows in Industrial Systems: Part II: Flow Metrics

Applying Ecological Input‐Output Flow Analysis to Material Flows in Industrial Systems: Part II: Flow Metrics

Ecological Input−Output Analysis-Based Sustainability Analysis of Industrial Systems

Enablers of sustainable industrial ecosystem: framework and future research directions

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