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A software based simulation for cleaner production: A game between manufacturers and government

Zhao, Rui; Neighbour, Gareth; McGuire, Michael; Deutz, Pauline

Authors

Rui Zhao

Gareth Neighbour

Michael McGuire



Abstract

This paper shows how game theory could be applied to better assess the various strategies available to government and manufacturers to promote more environmentally friendly products through cleaner production by examining several different game scenarios In order to demonstrate the problem situation of cleaner production more visually, the 'Gambit' software package is used to simulate the created game models conceived as "two person non-cooperative" games. The application of game theory is shown to provide a useful insight into strategic decision making by both government and manufacturers. The limitation of the game model and the associated analysis is also discussed, laying a foundation for further work. © 2012 Elsevier Ltd.

Citation

Zhao, R., Neighbour, G., McGuire, M., & Deutz, P. (2013). A software based simulation for cleaner production: A game between manufacturers and government. Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries, 26(1), 59-67. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jlp.2012.09.006

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Sep 11, 2012
Online Publication Date Sep 24, 2012
Publication Date 2013-01
Deposit Date Apr 13, 2022
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal Journal of Loss Prevention in the Process Industries
Print ISSN 0950-4230
Publisher Elsevier
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 26
Issue 1
Pages 59-67
DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jlp.2012.09.006
Keywords Cleaner production; Decision making; Game theory; Game simulation; Gambit software package
Public URL https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/3597733