Sustainable green manufacturing in the era of Industry 4.0 projects: A fuzzy TOPSIS based analysis

The advent of Industry 4.0 has revolutionized manufacturing, integrating advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and sustainability. However, the transition to sustainable green manufacturing presents numerous challenges. This paper analyzes these challenges using the Fuzzy Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (Fuzzy TOPSIS). By incorporating expert opinions and fuzzy logic, various obstacles are evaluated and prioritized in the implementation of green manufacturing practices in the context of Industry 4.0. The analysis reveals that market uncertainty in the economic landscape ranks as the top challenge, followed by high costs of implementation, maintenance, security, and integration. Uncertain benefits and trade-offs are also found as significant barriers. Key factors include the need for substantial investments, cybersecurity concerns, integration difficulties, and the complexities of predicting returns on investment. From the study, it is also evident that the impact of Industry 4.0 on supply chains and emissions from Electronics manufacturing is also a critical issue. The study provides actionable insights and strategic recommendations for policymakers and industry leaders to facilitate the adoption of sustainable green manufacturing practices in the era of Industry 4.0.