Abstract

Purpose: The textile industry plays a crucial role in global economic growth; however, it also poses significant environmental challenges, including greenhouse gas emissions and hazardous waste generation. Therefore, the implementation of green production and distribution practices is essential to mitigate these negative impacts. Green production involves the use of environmentally friendly raw materials, waste reduction, and resource efficiency, while green distribution focuses on reducing carbon emissions in the supply chain and adopting eco-friendly packaging. This study explores the implementation of green production and distribution within Indonesia's textile industry, identifying key challenges such as high investment costs, limited waste management facilities, and insufficient government support. Research design, data and methodology: The research method used is a survey conducted and in-depth interviews among textile industries in Indonesia. In the field study, observations, surveys, and interviews related to green production and distribution were carried out. Results: Survey results indicate that "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle (3R)" waste management practices are adopted by only 25% of the industry, while 30% of waste is still disposed of in landfills. Other obstacles include a lack of awareness regarding waste management and limited availability of recyclable materials. Conclusion: This study highlights the need for increased government support, technological innovation, and collaboration within the supply chain. Although implementing green production and distribution faces considerable challenges, it has the potential to provide significant benefits for environmental sustainability and the textile industry's long-term viability. This research can serve as a reference for developing environmentally friendly strategies in this sector.