What is Reverse Logistics to the WREC?
Reverse Logistics is a supply chain management process involving the flow of materials from the point of consumption back to any steps of the supply chain (i.e. manufacturing, distribution, etc.) to recapture value, redistribute/resell, or to properly dispose of materials. In humanitarian contexts reverse logistics should be applied and items back-tracked particularly in the following cases:
- For item value recovery (reuse, refurbish, remanufacture, repurpose, or recycle items).
- When items are no longer needed but are not damaged/faulty and can still be redistributed.
Learn more about WREC's Approaches to Sustainable Supply Chains Here
Essential Guides to Reverse Logistics
Waste Management and Recycling Infrastructure by Country: The map shows the waste management and recycling infrastructure by country as identified by humanitarian partners (see Assessment Guidance for info on filling out an assessment, Templates, and guidance on using LogIE). The objective is to support informed waste management decisions by the humanitarian community by providing information about available waste management and recycling infrastructure (see how to find Waste value solutions). To add information or to ask questions, please contact us.
Best Practices on Environmental Sustainability Across the Humanitarian Supply Chain: The map highlights environmental sustainability initiatives across the supply chain implemented by humanitarian partners in various countries. These initiatives aim to inspire and guide other humanitarian actors in adopting similar practices. To contribute information or mapping from your country, or for any inquiries, please contact us.
Share Your Success!
Do you have a success story about circular economy in your humanitarian supply chain operations? If so, please fill out this form and send it to the WREC Coalition HelpDesk Global.WREC@wfp.org.
