We have developed the Inverse Logistics and Recycling Facilities Network Evaluation System for evaluating and optimizing a network composed of inverse logistics operations and waste recycling facilities by using actual operational data. An inverse logistics and recycling facilities network is evaluated by virtual engineering using this simulation system before constructing and operating the network and a high performance network can be designed. The system was applied to planning and evaluating a network for collecting and recycling waste plastics in Kawasaki City.

Inverse logistics simulation, Environment and Recycle solutions, Recycling facilities network, Geographical information system, Recycling-based society, Waste disposal logistics, Closed-loop economy