Objectives and competences
The objectives of the course are:
• Introduce green technologies and market trends
• Theoretically define and practically support innovation in logistics systems or organizations
• Present supportive environments for innovative solutions and concepts
• Present methods for calculating the economic viability of investments in innovative green technologies
Competences acquired by students:
• They get to know the concept of innovation
• Understand the importance of introducing innovations into logistics systems
• Know the methods for calculating the economic viability of investments in green technologies
• Know the specifics required by sustainable logistics systems
Content (Syllabus outline)
• Logistical systems and green technologies.
• Innovation of the organization in the field of introduction of green technologies
• Technological innovations opportunities and support instruments.
• Economics of green technologies integration in to logistics systems.
• Energy management in logistics organizations and new technological concepts.
• Case studies of the technological innovation and implementation of green technologies and green energy sources.
Learning and teaching methods
Lectures: students understand the theoretical frameworks of the course. Part of the lecture course is in a classroom while the rest is in the form of e-learning (e-lectures may be given via video-conferencing or with the help of specially designed e-material in a virtual electronic learning environment).
Tutorials: Students enhance their theoretical knowledge and are able to apply it. Part of the seminar is in a classroom and a part in a laboratory, while the rest is in the form of e-learning (e-tutorials may be given via video-conferencing or with the help of specially designed e-material in a virtual electronic learning environment).
Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding
Knowledge and understanding:
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
• able to select and prepare a plan for the introduction of green technologies in the logistics system
• solving specific problems of introducing greens from the point of view of sustainable principles
Intended learning outcomes - transferable/key skills and other attributes
Transferable/Key skills and other attributes:
• the ability to apply theoretical knowledge to professional practice,
• be able to critically evaluate different situations,
the ability for generating and delivering comprehensive proposals in the field of green technologies, tehnological concepts and solutions.
Readings
Muneer, T., Kolhe, M. L. &Aisling D. (Eds.). (2017). Electric vehicles: prospects and challenges. Elsevier.
McKinnon, A., Browne, M. & Whiteing, A. (Eds.). (2012). Green logistics: improving the environmental sustainability of logistics (2nd ed.). Kogan Page.
Muneer, T., Gueymard, C., & Kambezidis, H. (2004). Solar radiation and daylight models: (with software available from companion web site) (2nd ed.). Elsevier Butterworth Heinemann.
Makower, J. (2009). Strategies for green economy: opportunities and challenges in the new world of business. McGraw Hill.
MacKinnon, D., Shaw, J., & Docherty, I. (2008). Diverging mobilities?: devolution, transport and policy innovation (1st ed.). Elsevier.
Esty, D. C., & Winston, A. S. (2009). Green to gold: how smart companies use environmental strategy to innovate, create value and build competitive advantage (Revised and updated). J. Wiley & sons.
Trainer, T. (2007). Renewable energy cannot sustain a consumer society. Springer.
Additional information on implementation and assessment • Successful completion of e-lectures and e-tutorials is a prerequisite for entering the exam.
• Wtitten examination.
• Grade from e-lectures
• Grade from a-tutorials
• Grade from laboratory tutorials
• Grade from e-tutorials
