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Reverse Logistics Challenges in the Textile Industry in the Year 2035

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Abstract

This paper presents three explorative scenarios for reverse logistics in the textile and apparel industry in Germany for the year 2035. The scenarios build upon six key factors which represent technological, legal, societal, and sustainable perspectives. Scenario “Sustainable policies” refers to companies in the textile and apparel industry changing their production philosophy towards sustainability and producer responsibility due to stricter legal recycling regulations. Scenario “Consumer awakening” assumes a rise in backward flows of recyclable apparel due to consumers demanding sustainable fashion and recycled apparel. The third scenario “Profit over humanity” is negative in its basic tone and describes a profit driven production philosophy where sustainable aspects such as recycling-oriented product development are not considered at all by society.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationLogistics Management
Pages181-193
Number of pages13
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 31 2021

Publication series

NameLogistics Management
ISSN (Print)2194-8917
ISSN (Electronic)2194-8925

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

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