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Kam, B.H., Christopherson, G., Smyrnios, K.X., Walker, R.H. (2006). Strategic Business Operations, Freight Transport and Eco-efficiency: A Conceptual Model. In: Sarkis, J. (eds) Greening the Supply Chain. Springer, London . https://doi.org/10.1007/1-84628-299-3_6

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