The Development Status and Optimization Strategies of Green Logistics
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The Development Status and Optimization Strategies of Green Logistics

Jiaming Li 1*
1 Drew University
*Corresponding author: ljm970909@outlook.com
Published on 22 October 2025
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AEMPS Vol.230
ISSN (Print): 2754-1177
ISSN (Online): 2754-1169
ISBN (Print): 978-1-80590-453-3
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Abstract

The increasing demand for logistics services driven by global trade and e-commerce has raised serious environmental concerns due to the heavy reliance on fossil fuels and high greenhouse gas emissions in traditional logistics. In response, green logistics has emerged as a sustainable alternative that integrates environmental considerations into logistics operations. This paper investigates the development status and optimization strategies of green logistics, focusing on the main challenges in its implementation and how these can be addressed through technological innovation and policy support. Through literature review and case analysis, the study finds that while developed countries have made notable progress in adopting green logistics practices, challenges such as technological limitations, high costs, and weak regulatory frameworks continue to hinder widespread implementation—particularly in developing economies like China. The paper concludes that overcoming these challenges requires coordinated efforts in technology development, supply chain management, and supportive policy-making. The findings provide both theoretical and practical insights for businesses and policymakers, contributing to the broader goal of sustainable development in the logistics industry.

Keywords:

Green Logistics, Reverse Logistics, System Integration, Circular Economy, Smart Logistics Systems

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Li,J. (2025). The Development Status and Optimization Strategies of Green Logistics. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,230,7-11.

References

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[8]. Sbihi, A., & Eglese, R. W. (2010). Combinatorial optimization and green logistics. Annals of Operations Research, 175(1), 159–175. https: //doi.org/10.1007/s10479-009-0651-2

[9]. Dekker, R., Bloemhof, J., & Mallidis, I. (2012). Operations research for green logistics: An overview of aspects, issues, contributions and challenges. European Journal of Operational Research, 219(3), 671–679. https: //doi.org/10.1016/j.ejor.2011.11.010

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References

[1]. Patra, P. K. (2020). Green logistics: Eco-friendly measure in supply chain. Management Insight, 14(1), 65–71. https: //journals.smsvaranasi.com

[2]. Mangla, S. K., & Barua, M. K. (2019). Green logistics and circular economy. Transportation Research Procedia, 39, 471–479. https: //doi.org/10.1016/j.trpro.2019.06.048

[3]. Vaia Team. (2025). Green logistics definition & tourism impact. Vaia. Retrieved September 20. from https: //www.vaia.com/en-us/explanations/geography/human-geography/green-logistics

[4]. Rodrigue, J. P., Slack, B., & Comtois, C. (2017). Green logistics. In The Handbook of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Bingley, UK: Emerald Publishing, pp. 339–356. https: //doi.org/10.1108/9781787144984-022

[5]. Kurbatova, S. M., Aisner, L. Y., & Mazurov, V. Y. (2020). Green logistics as an element of sustainable development. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 421, 42033. https: //doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/421/4/042033

[6]. McKinnon, A. C. (2010). Green logistics: The carbon agenda. Logistics & Transport Focus, 12(10), 34–39.

[7]. Wang, Y., & Zhang, Y. (2019). Green logistics development in China: Challenges and opportunities. Sustainability, 11(20), 5586. https: //doi.org/10.3390/su11205586

[8]. Sbihi, A., & Eglese, R. W. (2010). Combinatorial optimization and green logistics. Annals of Operations Research, 175(1), 159–175. https: //doi.org/10.1007/s10479-009-0651-2

[9]. Dekker, R., Bloemhof, J., & Mallidis, I. (2012). Operations research for green logistics: An overview of aspects, issues, contributions and challenges. European Journal of Operational Research, 219(3), 671–679. https: //doi.org/10.1016/j.ejor.2011.11.010

[10]. Lin, C., Choy, K. L., & Ho, G. T. S. (2014). A survey of green logistics practices in the logistics industry. International Journal of Engineering Business Management, 6, 1–8. https: //doi.org/10.5772/56994

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Li,J. (2025). The Development Status and Optimization Strategies of Green Logistics. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,230,7-11.

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