On the possibility of usingModeling and Simulation for environmental footprint in manufacturing. The case of a foundry company involved in the Green Casting Project

This paper presents a interesting industrial case in which a predicted environmental advantage was found to be ineffectual. To investigate how to address these issues, Environmental performance indicators for the company under consideration are assessed. Carbon and Environmental Footprint calculationmodels are utilized. These indicators domeasure relevant performance tomonitor, but they do not providemeaningful insights into the issues raised in the case under consideration. Modeling and simulation and/or the digital twin, are thus highlighted as potential support tools for guiding the proper decisions for effective environmental management systems. Modeling and simulation tool can then activate virtuos Green Innovation Practices that can lead businesses towards the right steps to improve their environmental performance.