Green LogisticsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Green logistics is the process of minimizing damage to the environment due to the logistic operations of an organization. As concern for the environment rises, companies must take more account of the external costs of logistics associated mainly with climate change, air pollution, noise etc.
The student is able to
- take into account environmental issues in logistics
- calculate the emissions of transports

Content

• environmental effects of logistics
• eco balance of logistics
• green logistics as part of the supply chain management
• responsible logistics
• recycling and waste disposal logistics
• the emissions and energy consumption of transportation
• City logistics