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Author: | Preuss, L. |
Title: | In dirty chains? Purchasing and greener manufacturing |
Journal: | Journal of Business Ethics
2001 : DEC, VOL. 34:3-4, p. 345-359 |
Index terms: | ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MANUFACTURING PURCHASING SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT |
Language: | eng |
Abstract: | Against the backdrop of an increasing importance of the purchasing function in manufacturing companies, this paper introduces the notion of a "green multiplier effect" and suggests that purchasing could become an important agent for change regarding environmental initiatives in the supply chain. The literature offers some support for this concept. |
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