Integrating sustainability into the supply chain to improve public health

Abstract

The text highlights the growing importance of sustainable practices in the supply chain to minimize environmental impacts and promote public health. Sustainability is seen as a way of meeting current needs without compromising future generations. It examines various areas of the supply chain, from the production of raw materials to transportation and manufacturing, highlighting how adopting sustainable practices can reduce emissions, promote energy efficiency, and decrease air and water pollution. It also discusses the economic and competitive benefits of these practices, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the various players in the supply chain.