地球的土地是一種有限的資源。從歷史上看，我們很少考慮我們的行為和做法的影響，或者我們將為子孫後代留下什麼樣的土地——直到現在。隨著全球對產品的需求不斷增加，製造業在短期內不會放緩，但它仍然是世界上最大的污染源之一。它還在推動積極變革和保護地球母親方面發揮關鍵作用。領導者本身可以帶頭進行這種變革，包括如何利用土地開展業務以減少企業對環境的影響。
製造商面臨的壓力不僅沒有消失，反而愈演愈烈。包括歐盟在內的世界各國政府正採取嚴厲措施，例如 歐盟無森林砍伐條例（EUDR） that ban products associated with deforestation. Similar to the EUDR, the United States has proposed the Fostering Overseas Rule of Law and Environmentally Sound Trade (FOREST) Act that “restricts certain commodities produced on illegally deforested land from accessing its market. In Australia, the Industrial Chemicals Act 2019 regulates the introduction and use of industrial chemicals, ensuring that manufacturers comply with safety and environmental standards.
隨著不同地區監管數量和範圍的增加，與土地使用相關的金融風險開始升級。法規將繼續發展，變得更加強大和全面，凸顯了領導者採取果斷行動的必要性。製造商無法逃避這些不斷變化的法規或法律，必須直面這些挑戰。
好消息是，透過採用永續土地利用政策和微型工廠等解決方案，製造商可以改變過去的進程並開始產生積極的影響。
現況：製造業土地利用現狀
優化土地利用的領導者將獲得顯著的利益，首先是減少對環境的影響，提高資源效率，並向客戶表明他們真正關心環境。透過更有效地利用土地，製造商將滿足各種法規、保持合規並管理風險，確保在日益永續發展的市場中取得長期成功。
根據史密森尼學會的報告，人類已經擴展到地球的各個角落，生活在每個大陸，影響地球上至少 83% 的可用陸地表面。製造商必須確保負責任地使用土地，同時也要具有前瞻性，減少其營運對環境（包括土地）的任何長期負面影響。
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has said that “extensive land use and conversion are threatening the health of our planet” and that three-quarters of the Earth’s surface has already been significantly modified.
雖然永續實踐的初始投資可能很大，但總體而言，負責任的土地使用也有好處，包括透過減少浪費來實現長期成本效益。 WEF 也報告了令人鼓舞的見解：如果企業今天接受土地、食品和海洋利用系統的可持續轉型，他們幾乎可以產生年產值$3.6兆 到 2030 年將創造 1.91 億個就業機會。然而，為了實現這一價值，製造商必須審查其商業計劃，並在其環境、社會和治理 (ESG) 目標範圍內解決土地使用問題。
保護土地、優化土地利用的五大策略：
當執行長們努力應對前所未有的變化時，透過將這些實用策略納入未來的業務運營中，他們可以減少對土地的影響，並透過智慧製造和綠色技術等創新解決方案推動數位轉型。面向製造商的負責任土地管理的五種前瞻性方法包括：
1. 可持續採購
製造商需要原材料，但從我們的土地上可持續地採購和負責任的土地管理可以減少與提取和加工這些材料有關的碳排放。
2. 土地利用規劃
將土地利用規劃與製造業結合有助於減少對環境的影響，例如設計使用共享資源、再生能源和有效廢物管理的工廠可以減少碳排放。
3. 碳捕獲
健康的生態系統可以封存碳。此外，國際自然保護聯盟指出，2030年，為將全球暖化控制在攝氏1.5度以下，土壤保護和修復佔所需最具成本效益的緩解行動的33%以上。
4. 微型工廠
透過更貼近消費者和供應商， 微型工廠 不僅減少了長途運輸要求，而且本質上比傳統設施更具可持續性，其占地面積更小意味著更少的土地使用。這些緊湊的高科技工廠有可能重塑製造業的未來。
5. 位置選擇
執行長應該從策略上選擇能夠保證對環境影響最小的製造基地。透過選擇土壤清潔、靠近供應商和市場的地點，他們不僅可以減少運輸排放、降低引入污染物的風險，還可以實現更永續、更有效率的營運。
永續土地利用實踐—海德堡材料案例研究
German Heidelberg Materials is a building materials organisation that acknowledges its responsibility as the temporary custodians of the land used for business purposes. As responsible stewards, the Heidelberg Materials Responsible Land Use Policy includes various initiatives such as commitment to responsible land use, impact understanding, and reporting, integration into corporate strategy, biodiversity management, and land compensation and offsetting. They also endeavour to respect all human rights and pursue stakeholder engagement, all of which improve brand reputation, which can lead to an increase in profits.
從土地消費者到環保人士—該產業如何扭轉土地濫用的局面
In summary, the disruption in the manufacturing sector is profound. It is led primarily by innovation, such as automation, AI integration, and sustainable activities, alongside regulatory shifts like rigorous emissions guidelines and waste management strategies. These industry challenges require swift thinking and adaptation from manufacturing leaders, who must embrace the fact that disruption is needed and here to stay. Painful as it is, the sector must make way for the adoption of ESG-friendly initiatives, including sustainable land use and soil protection initiatives. This shift will not only drive ESG progress but can reduce risks linked to regulatory compliance and market competitiveness, ultimately preserving businesses.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Responsible Land Use in Manufacturing
Why is Responsible Land Use Important in Industrial Development?
Responsible land use is important in industrial development because it helps protect natural resources, reduces pollution, ensures compliance with environmental laws, and promotes long-term site viability for manufacturers.
What Are the Best Practices for Sustainable Land Development in Manufacturing?
Best practices include site selection based on environmental impact, using green building materials, preserving natural ecosystems, implementing energy-efficient infrastructure, and integrating circular economy principles into land use planning.
How Can Manufacturers Minimise Land Impact During Facility Expansion?
Manufacturers can minimise land impact by reusing existing industrial sites, designing compact and efficient layouts, preserving green spaces, reducing soil disruption, and using eco-friendly construction techniques.
How Does Responsible Land Use Support ESG Compliance?
Responsible land use supports ESG compliance by reducing environmental harm (E), contributing to community well-being (S), and aligning land development decisions with transparent, ethical governance practices (G).
What Are the Environmental Risks of Poor Land Use Planning in Manufacturing?
Poor land use planning can lead to soil contamination, water pollution, loss of biodiversity, and increased carbon emissions. These risks can damage ecosystems and result in legal and financial penalties for manufacturers.
How Can Manufacturers Use Green Infrastructure in Land Planning?
Manufacturers can use green infrastructure such as rain gardens, permeable pavements, green roofs, natural buffers, and energy-efficient drainage systems to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable land use.
What Role Does Regulatory Compliance Play in Responsible Land Use?
Regulatory compliance ensures that land development follows environmental laws, zoning regulations, and sustainability standards. It helps manufacturers avoid penalties and contributes to safer, more responsible land use practices.
