Local production: example of the urban factory - 4GMC13F1

Goal(s)

At the end of the course, students will be able to :

• identify the specificities of an urban industrial production in terms of supply chain, means of production and link with consumers;
• estimate the contribution that an urban factory could have for sustainability in a local context.

Content(s)

The course will answer the following questions based on case studies complemented by lectures:

• What are the main aspects (technical, regulatory, environmental and social) of an urban factory and what are the main differences with a conventional production far from the consumption places?
• What are the specific supply and production means of the urban factory?
• What is the link with consumers and the life cycle of products that are produced in an urban factory?
• What is important to consider to ensure that an urban factory is sustainable?

Basics of Life Cycle Assessment.