Integrating sustainability and safety in high-risk industries: A framework for balancing operational efficiency and environmental responsibility
1 Chevron Nigeria Limited, Nigeria.
2 Independent Researcher, Houston Texas, USA.
Review Article
Global Journal of Research in Multidisciplinary Studies, 2024, 02(02), 027–037.
Article DOI: 10.58175/gjrms.2024.2.2.0052
Publication history:
Received 04 September 2024; revised on 16 October 2024; accepted on 19 October 2024
Abstract:
The integration of sustainability and safety in high-risk industries, such as oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, and nuclear power, presents a complex but necessary challenge. These industries must balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility while ensuring the highest safety standards for their workforce. This paper explores the interrelationship between sustainability goals and safety practices, examining best practices for achieving this balance and the role of technological innovations, such as predictive maintenance, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI), in facilitating these efforts. Key obstacles, including financial constraints, regulatory complexity, and cultural resistance within organizations, are discussed, alongside policy and regulatory support opportunities. The paper also highlights future trends, such as the adoption of circular economy principles and renewable energy, which are likely to shape the integration of sustainability and safety moving forward. Recommendations for industry stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers emphasize the importance of adopting a holistic approach, investing in technology, and fostering collaboration across disciplines to create a more sustainable and safer operational environment.
Keywords:
Sustainability; Safety; High-risk industries; Predictive maintenance; Environmental responsibility; Operational efficiency
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