Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Logistics Practice Analysis: Case Study of Wahaha and Patagonia

Yuhuan Wu; Xuyun Xu; Zimu Zhao

doi:10.54254/2754-1169/109/2024BJ0132

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Wu,Y.;Xu,X.;Zhao,Z. (2024). Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Logistics Practice Analysis: Case Study of Wahaha and Patagonia. Advances in Economics, Management and Political Sciences,109,149-154.

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Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Green Logistics Practice Analysis: Case Study of Wahaha and Patagonia

Yuhuan Wu ¹, Xuyun Xu *^,2, Zimu Zhao ³

¹ IBDP International High School, Suzhou Industrial Park Foreign Language School, Suzhou, China, 215021
² School Of Art and Design, Zhengzhou University of Aeronautics, Zhengzhou, China, 450015
³ School of Economics and Management, Hebei University of Architecture, Zhangjiakou, China, 075000

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https://doi.org/10.54254/2754-1169/109/2024BJ0132

Abstract

In globalization and digitization, supply chains have become key for companies to gain competitive advantages and achieve sustainable development. This study provides a detailed analysis of the sustainable supply chain management practices of China's leading food and beverage company, Wahaha, and the American outdoor brand, Patagonia. It explores their successes in green production, logistics, packaging, and environmental governance. The research finds that Wahaha has achieved efficient resource utilization and cost reduction through digital and intelligent transformation, enhanced recycling, and the use of clean energy. On the other hand, Patagonia maintains a strong environmental commitment by using organic cotton and recycled materials, supporting environmental projects, and promoting a green supply chain. Despite their different strategies, both companies have achieved significant sustainable supply chain management results, offering valuable insights for other businesses. Future research should include different regions and industries, explore the challenges and solutions in sustainable development, and optimize evaluation systems through quantitative analysis and model building to enhance practical application value.

Keywords

Sustainable supply chain management, Green logistics practices, Wahaha, Patagonia

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