Identification of factors affecting a green industry: a literature review

Abstract

Abstract The definition of the green industry, sustainable industry or other definitions have a diverse definition, so that this term has a comprehensive dimension. The concept of the green industry is not only focused on eco-friendly industrial development, but also in the implementation of integrated, holistic, effective and efficient industrial systems. The development of the green industry concept creates numerous studies, including in the manufacturing world, and it is known as sustainable manufacturing. The International Standard Organization (ISO) as an international institution on standardization also encourages every company to have a balance focused on sustainable growth, environment, and community welfare (sustainable) which is covered by ISO 9000, ISO14000, and ISO 26000. The objective of this research is to expose and clarify the factors that may affect the green industry. Factors affecting the variables can be analyzed to facilitate the implementation of the green industry concept in the industrial world. The stages of this research include several steps, i.e. in the early stages, conduct the collection of regulations, articles, and journals, and then create a resume and classify these factors. The most common factors are waste, energy consumption, and water utilization.