circular economy in wind turbine supply chain; Requirements and strategies

Subject Areas : Futurology

farzad yavari ¹ , Nazanin Pilevari ^{2 *} , reza radfar ³

1 - Islamic Azad University Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
2 - Department of Industrial Management, West Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
3 - Associate Prof

Received: 2024-09-14 Accepted : 2025-08-23 Published : 2025-11-13

Keywords: Circular economy, wind turbine, renewable energy, supply chain, resource efficiency,

Abstract :

In this article, the requirements and strategies of the circular economy concept in order to create sustainable value in the supply chain of the wind turbine industry have been discussed. In fact, the purpose of the circular economy concept is the highest possible value of a product or a material over time, as well as reducing the consumption of raw materials and increasing the productivity of resources. In this research, the application of the circular economy with the approach of reducing waste, reducing the environmental effects of production and consumption, increasing the productivity and efficiency of resources, and addressing the emerging concerns related to the security and lack of resources in the production of wind turbines, as well as their end of life, are examined. It is expected that wind energy will go through a growing trend in production, installation and commissioning in the world. In the supply chain for wind generators, the highest risk is related to raw materials. Most of the materials used in the production of wind turbines, such are among the critical and strategic materials. In Iran, the capacity of renewable power plants has grown significantly. After wind turbines are decommissioned, materials from wind turbines must be disposed of effectively. In this article, the separation and disposal of these components and materials and the environmental effects and recycling potential of wind farms are evaluated. This paper deals with the relationship between end-of-life, circular economy and life cycle assessment of wind turbines.

 

 

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