Table 4.8.
Sustainable practices in CLSC and LCA literature.
| Area | 3BL | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Closed-Loop Supply Chain and Life Cycle Assessment |
Social Sustainability | - “CLSC system” connects the society, the supply chains and the actors; -The collaboration among the stakeholders can tackle the barriers and difficulties in the implementation of sustainable practices. |
| Economic Sustainability | -Technological innovation can enhance the profitability and the environmental performance of the CLSC; -Recycled PET fibres are cost-saving and eco-friendly in a closed loop material flow; -The collaboration among the stakeholders can tackle the barriers and difficulties in the implementation of sustainable practices. |
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| Environmental Sustainability | -Taking precautions to make the whole fashion supply chain greener; -Technological innovation can enhance the profitability and the environmental performance of the CLSC;-New business model (like rental service of fashion products) facilitates the environmental sustainability; -Recycled PET fibres are cost-saving and eco-friendly in a closed loop material flow; -Using recycled cellulose fibers to replace the cotton fibers can reduce the water consumption; -Knitted fabrics are more environmentally friendly than woven fabrics; -The collaboration among the stakeholders can tackle the barriers and difficulties in the implementation of sustainable practices. |