The development of "green" logistics in the Republic of Belarus

Abstract

The article deals with the issues related to the development of "green" logistics as one of the priority areas of eco-innovation at the present stage of economic development. It clarifies the essence of the concept of "green" logistics, analyzes the "green" technology of production and logistics activities which can reduce the harmful effects on the environment, their advantages and disadvantages. The article discusses the reasons for the use of "green" technologies and barriers to their rapid implementation in the logistics activities of the Republic of Belarus. Examples of foreign companies successfully implementing the principles of "green" logistics are presented.