Exploring the enablers for building resilience in solar photovoltaic Energy supply chains

Ismail Erol (), Iskender Peker (), Tolga Benli (), Ilker Murat Ar () and Cory Searcy ()
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Ismail Erol: Baskent University
Iskender Peker: Gumushane University
Tolga Benli: Atilim University
Ilker Murat Ar: Ministry of Industry and Technology
Cory Searcy: Toronto Metropolitan University

Operations Management Research, 2024, vol. 17, issue 3, No 15, 1100-1125

Abstract: Abstract A solar photovoltaic energy supply chain (SPvESC) is a global network with several linkages, including mineral and metal mining, material processing, and module and panel manufacturing. Due to the wide range of uncertainties and the unfavorable environmental effects associated with current linear business models, this global network is vulnerable to disruptions. Strengthening the resilience of SPvESCs is crucial for addressing any disturbances. This requires identifying the key enablers of resilience in SPvESCs, an area that has been understudied in the existing literature. An enabler is an aspect that facilitates the achievement of a goal by another aspect. This research contributes to the existing literature by systematically investigating the enablers for SPvESCs to achieve resilience. Thus, the objective of this analysis is to identify enablers that have the potential to enhance the resilience of SPvESCs in Türkiye. This was done by applying the Nominal Group Technique (NGT) in conjunction with a review of the current literature. Neutrosophic (N)-DEMATEL was then utilized to determine the relationships between the identified enablers. Finally, the results were validated using N-DELPHI. The results revealed that sensing and seizing new business models, adaptability to changes in novel energy generation and information technologies, and business contingency plans for natural and man-made disasters were the most influential enablers. The findings provide implications for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers to help ensure improved resilience in SPvESCs.

Keywords: Supply chain resilience; Enablers; Solar photovoltaic supply chain; N-DEMATEL; Nominal group technique; N-DELPHI (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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