WOOD BIOMASS IN SUPPLY CHAIN – EVIDENCE FROM THE FGI STUDIES

Arkadiusz Kawa () and Bartlomiej Pieranski ()
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Arkadiusz Kawa: Lukasiewicz Research Network – Poznan Institute of Technology, Poznan High School of Logistics, Poland
Bartlomiej Pieranski: Poznan University of Economics and Business, Poland

Business Logistics in Modern Management, 2023, vol. 23, 373-389

Abstract: Wood is a versatile raw material that can be used in many different ways – from paper and packaging to construction. In addition, wood products can be reused and recycled when their original use becomes obsolete. An important renewable resource is wood biomass, which is mostly derived from forest residues, wood processing residues or construction and municipal waste. These materials can be processed and reused, providing a more environmentally friendly alternative. Although recovery rates are relatively low, environmental awareness is increasing. Companies are investing in optimising technological and logistical processes, while at the same time reducing their environmental impact. These efforts can reduce a company's costs and also reduce environmental waste. The aim of this paper is to characterise residual wood biomass, its forms, sources and uses, and to identify reverse supply chain and their main challenges. For the needs of the paper, research was conducted using Focus Group Interviews (FGIs). We carried out three direct structured group interviews using questionnaires with managers from companies dealing with residual wood biomass.

Keywords: biomass; wood; residual wood; reverse supply chain; focus group interview (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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