Optimization of Green Vehicle Routing to Reduce Carbon Emissions: Smart Waste Collection Case Study
1. Introduction Urban waste collection systems significantly contribute to transportation-related carbon emissions. Integrating environmental considerations into vehicle routing optimization represents a transformative step toward sustainable logistics. This research introduces emission-sensitive path optimization models that balance operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. By incorporating carbon cost functions into routing algorithms, municipalities can improve sustainability metrics while reducing fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions in municipal solid waste transportation systems. 2. Carbon Emission Modeling in Waste Transportation This topic examines quantitative emission modeling techniques used to measure fuel consumption and carbon output in municipal waste transport fleets. By integrating emission estimation formulas into routing algorithms, researchers can evaluate the environmental cost of each route. The study highlights how emission-based ...