International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences
Vol 14, No 3: September 2025

E-commerce waste management: a systematic review

Shamsuddin, Mohd. Suhaimi (Unknown)
Mokhtar, Noor Fadhiha (Unknown)
Mokhlis, Safiek (Unknown)
Hasan, Zuha Rosufila Abu (Unknown)
Aziz, NajdahAbd (Unknown)
Yusof, Mohamad Nizam (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Sep 2025

Abstract

This paper reviews literature on e-commerce waste management issues and challenges, focusing on potential improvements in Malaysia. It analyzes various sources, including Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), and Google Scholar (GS), using thematic and content analysis based on preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. The review highlights the surge in packaging and electronic waste due to increased e-commerce activity. In response, Malaysia has introduced policies promoting sustainable practices, such as eco-friendly packaging, e-waste regulations, and circular economy (CE) principles. Growing consumer awareness has also driven demand for sustainable e-commerce options. However, the key challenge is to reduce waste generation rather than just managing it. Achieving this will require significant efforts to minimize excessive manufacturing and packaging. The review aims to provide insights for stakeholders to support effective waste management and foster sustainability in the e-commerce sector.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJAAS

Publisher

Subject

Earth & Planetary Sciences Environmental Science Materials Science & Nanotechnology Mathematics Physics

Description

International Journal of Advances in Applied Sciences (IJAAS) is a peer-reviewed and open access journal dedicated to publish significant research findings in the field of applied and theoretical sciences. The journal is designed to serve researchers, developers, professionals, graduate students and ...