This editorial letter contributes to the ongoing discussions on drawing potential paths for the sixth industrial revolution, which is being proposed. Contributing to the dialogue, this letter suggests laying the groundwork for eco-regenerative industries and supply chains, moving beyond the existing sustainability movement to ecosystem regeneration, as the next big thing in the industry.
Citation: Shahryar Sorooshian. The imperative for ecosystem regeneration by supply chains: sixth industrial revolution[J]. AIMS Environmental Science, 2025, 12(2): 253-255. doi: 10.3934/environsci.2025012
This editorial letter contributes to the ongoing discussions on drawing potential paths for the sixth industrial revolution, which is being proposed. Contributing to the dialogue, this letter suggests laying the groundwork for eco-regenerative industries and supply chains, moving beyond the existing sustainability movement to ecosystem regeneration, as the next big thing in the industry.
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