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Biodiesel supply chain network design: a comprehensive review with qualitative and quantitative insights

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The global community is actively pursuing alternative energy sources to mitigate environmental concerns and decrease dependence on fossil fuels. Biodiesel, recognized as a clean and eco-friendly fuel with advantages over petroleum-based alternatives, has been identified as a viable substitute. However, its commercialization encounters challenges due to costly production processes. Establishing a more efficient supply chain for mass production and distribution could surmount these obstacles, rendering biodiesel a cost-effective solution. Despite numerous review articles across various renewable energy supply chain domains, there remains a gap in the literature specifically addressing the biodiesel supply chain network design. This research entails a comprehensive systematic literature review (SLR) focusing on the design of biodiesel supply chain networks. The primary objective is to formulate an economically, environmentally, and socially optimized supply chain framework. The review also seeks to offer a holistic overview of pertinent technical terms and key activities involved in these supply chains. Through this SLR, a thorough examination and synthesis of existing literature will yield valuable insights into the design and optimization of biodiesel supply chains. Additionally, it will identify critical research gaps in the field, proposing the exploration of fourth-generation feedstocks, integration of multi-channel chains, and the incorporation of sustainability and resilience aspects into the supply chain network design. These proposed areas aim to address existing knowledge gaps and enhance the overall effectiveness of biodiesel supply chain networks.

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All authors contributed to the study’s conception and design. Material preparation, data collection, and analysis were performed by Sourena Rahmani, Alireza Goli, and Ali Zackery. The first draft of the manuscript was written by Sourena Rahmani. Alireza Goli and Ali Zackery commented on previous versions of the manuscript. All authors read and approved the final manuscript.

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Rahmani, S., Goli, A. & Zackery, A. Biodiesel supply chain network design: a comprehensive review with qualitative and quantitative insights. Environ Sci Pollut Res (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-024-33392-w

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