Green technology framework for halal industry sustainability and ecosystem protection

Abstract

Achieving a sustainable ecological system requires abandoning traditional environmental practices that historically relied on coal and fossil fuels, which release greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming and climate change. This study aims to extend green technological approaches necessary for industries, including the halal sector, to sustain the ecosystem in day-to-day operations. This research offers a novel and comprehensive approach by bringing together green technology, halal industry practices, and ecosystem protection, issues rarely addressed in the existing literature. The study employs qualitative documentary analysis to systematically collect, review, analyse, and interpret documents and texts, gaining insights into this specific phenomenon and its potential for fostering sustainability across various sectors. We extend key aspects of a green technology framework for sustainable halal industry and provide implementation strategies. A handful of international corporations have begun integrating renewable energy sources, such as solar and geothermal, into their operations. These efforts align with national and international calls for emissions mitigation and control. Critical green frameworks for a sustainable halal industry include green buildings, sustainable farming, efficient rendering processes, vermicomposting, waste incineration, and electric vehicle adoption. Moreover, environmental practices should become a criterion for halal certification to ensure future sustainability in the halal sector. Furthermore, policymakers and industry leaders should establish a dedicated Green Innovation Fund to support research and development of green technologies tailored to halal businesses. Implementing these strategies will require collaboration between government agencies, industry stakeholders, and research institutions. By prioritizing sustainability, the halal industry can reduce its environmental impact while meeting the growing demand for halal products and services. As the global community increasingly recognizes the urgency of addressing climate change, the halal industry has a unique opportunity to lead by example. By embracing green technologies and sustainable practices, it can demonstrate that halal industry growth and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand, setting a new standard for responsible business practices across sectors.