Environmental management and risk control in the operation of industrial plants
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business sustainability, artificial intelligence, traceability, competitiveness, technological innovationAbstract
The operation of industrial plants plays a crucial role in economic and productive development, but at the same time involves significant risks to the environment and occupational safety. These scenarios demand comprehensive strategies that guarantee sustainability, efficiency and organisational resilience in the face of contemporary challenges. Environmental management and risk control are essential tools for reducing negative impacts, optimising resources and complying with increasingly stringent national and international regulations. The objective of this research was to examine methodologies and technologies applied in environmental management and risk control in industrial plants, identifying current trends, significant advances and gaps in their implementation, particularly in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The methodology employed consisted of a systematic literature review, following PRISMA guidelines, which allowed for a critical analysis of thirty articles published between 2015 and 2025 in high-impact databases. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were established to ensure scientific rigour and validity in the results. The findings showed the consolidation of sustainability as a guiding principle, digitalisation as a driver of efficiency, and the adoption of hybrid risk management methodologies that integrate artificial intelligence, digital twins, and blockchain. It also highlighted the need to articulate environmental management with industrial safety systems to improve operational performance, social acceptance, and business competitiveness. In conclusion, the research demonstrated that a comprehensive, multidimensional and technologically innovative approach is essential to ensure safe and sustainable industrial operations.
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