Blockchain-based life cycle assessment: An implementation framework and system architecture

【Author】 Zhang, Abraham; Zhong, Ray Y.; Farooque, Muhammad; Kang, Kai; Venkatesh, V. G.

【Source】RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING

【影响因子】13.716

【Abstract】Life cycle assessment (LCA) is widely used for assessing the environmental impacts of a product or service. Collecting reliable data is a major challenge in LCA due to the complexities involved in the tracking and quantifying inputs and outputs at multiple supply chain stages. Blockchain technology offers an ideal solution to overcome the challenge in sustainable supply chain management. Its use in combination with intemet-of-things (loT) and big data analytics and visualization can help organizations achieve operational excellence in conducting LCA for improving supply chain sustainability. This research develops a framework to guide the implementation of Blockchain-based LCA. It proposes a system architecture that integrates the use of Blockchain, loT, and big data analytics and visualization. The proposed implementation framework and system architecture were validated by practitioners who were experienced with Blockchain applications. The research also analyzes system implementation costs and discusses potential issues and solutions, as well as managerial and policy implications.

【Keywords】Blockchain; Life cycle assessment; Supply chain sustainability; Environmental sustainability; Operational excellence

【发表时间】2020 JAN

【收录时间】2022-01-02

【文献类型】理论模型

【主题类别】

区块链应用-实体经济-供应链