Industrial Ecology and Input-output Analysis

Lecture 1: Introduction Date: April 11 Content: Overview of the course, including the syllabus, learning objectives, and evaluation methods; introduction to basic concepts and methodologies for assessing the ecological impacts of industrial systems; discussion on the applications of Environmental Input-Output Analysis and the resurgence of interest in Input-Output Analysis in the 2000s, focusing on international supply chains and global environmental issues. Reading Material: Murray, J., & Lenzen, M. (2010). "Introduction to Input-Output Analysis." In J. Murray & R. Wood (Eds.), The Sustainability Practitioner's Guide to Input-Output Analysis (pp. 3-22). Common Ground Publishing LLC. Lecture 2: Sustainability and Urban Systems Date: April 18 Content: Examination of the relationship between sustainability and urban systems, including the role of cities in mitigating environmental impacts and achieving sustainability goals. Discussion on key challenges, urban resource consumption patterns, and strategies for sustainable urban development. Insights into city-level carbon footprint reduction policies and their impact on industrial ecology. Lecture 3: Current Research Interests in Industrial Ecology Date: April 25 Content: Introduction of major trends in Industrial Ecology research, based on keywords proposed by each group in Lecture 2. Introduction to scientific research methods in industrial economy, including topic definition, data collection, quantitative research, and summarization. Lecture 4: Online Session – Data Collection and Quantification Analysis in Industrial Ecology Date: May 2 Content: Online session on group-based presentations using the IPAT model for data collection and quantification analysis. This lecture aims to enhance understanding of conducting environmental research questions in chosen fields. The online link will be provided in advance through ITC-LMS. Lecture 5: Basics of Input-Output Analysis Date: May 9 Content: Introduction to Leontief’s conceptual input-output framework, development of fundamental mathematical relationships from the interindustry transaction table, exploration of key assumptions of the Leontief model, and implications of these assumptions. Discussion on national accounts and linear algebra, including data sources, treatment of exports and imports, role of imports, and globalization aspects. Lectures 6 & 7: Basic Mathematics of Input-Output Analysis - I & II Dates: May 16 & May 23 Content: These lectures are part of a series focusing on the mathematical exercises and practices within the context of input-output analysis. They cover the introduction to, and extension of, Leontief’s input-output model, highlighting the conceptual framework, mathematical relationships, and practical applications in analyzing regional and global economic activities. Lecture 8: EEIO Analysis Application: Household Consumption and Industry Sectors Date: May 30 Content: Exploration of environmental impact analysis through EEIO, focusing on sustainability concepts, energy-resource-greenhouse gas relationships, and pollution measurement using an input-output table of the global economy. Lecture 9: Invitation Lecture on Industrial Ecology and Climate Change Actions Date: June 6 Content: Special invited lecture focusing on the intersection of industrial ecology and climate change actions. Discussion on current challenges, innovative strategies, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable transitions in industrial and economic systems. Featuring guest speakers with expertise in climate policies and industrial ecology. Lecture 10: Case Study - Japan 2015 IO Table and Embodied Carbon Emission Date: June 13 Content: Practical application of the Japan 2015 IO table to calculate embodied carbon emissions, analysis of carbon footprints across different sectors, and group exercise on using IO tables for real-world applications. The goal is to provide a comprehensive understanding of embodied carbon emissions and the utility of input-output tables in sustainable business practices. Reading Material: Selections from Murray & Lenzen (2010) on Industrial Ecology in Developing Countries, Meng J., Mi Z., Guan D., et al. (2018) "The rise of South–South trade and its effect on global CO2 emissions." Nature Communications, 9(1): 1-7. Budzinski, M., Bezama, A., & Thrän, D. (2017). "Monitoring the progress towards bioeconomy using multi-regional input-output analysis: The example of wood use in Germany." Journal of Cleaner Production, 161: 1-11. Lecture 11: Student Presentation I Date: June 20 Content: Face-to-face presentations by students on selected topics. Lecture 12: Student Presentation II Date: June 27 Content: Continuation of student presentations. This schedule ensures 12 lectures, with adjustments made to align with the starting date of April 11 and the revised weekly structure.

Made by the weighted average of the following items ・Class presentation (40%) ・Case Write-Up (20%) ・Final group work and presentation (40%)

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