Abstract

In recent times, a specific number of eco-industrial parks have emerged as a viable solution to address the escalating environmental challenges. Within these industrial parks, factories engage in mutual interaction through the flow of materials and energy. By modeling the material and energy flow within an eco-industrial park, we gain a comprehensive understanding of how resources circulate. This understanding not only provides strategic insights but also enables the identification of optimization opportunities, fostering more efficient resource utilization, waste reduction, and significant cost savings. Therefore, this research focuses on modeling the material and energy flow in the park using the discrete event simulation technique. We will provide a detailed explanation of our modeling approach, outlining how we employ this method to optimize resource usage, reduce waste, and minimize the environmental impact of industrial activities within the park. As part of our research, we have also developed a simple virtual eco-industrial park example to validate and demonstrate the effectiveness of our modeling approach. This practical illustration will serve to showcase the real-world applicability and benefits of our research in creating more sustainable and efficient eco-industrial parks.