Future of manufacturing: a new era of opportunity and challenge for the UK - project report
This report examines the future of manufacturing up to 2050, focusing on the UK but considering global trends. It discusses demographic changes, climate change, resource demand, sustainability standards, and environmental regulation, as well as the implications for government policy.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | UK Government Office for Science |
| Publication date: | October 30, 2013 |
| Authors: | Dr Hamid Mughal, Professor Alan Hughes, Professor Anne Green, Professor Chris Lowe, Professor Nicholas Crafts, Professor Richard Harris, Professor Sir Michael Sterling, Professor Steve Evans, Sir Richard Lapthorne |
| Geographic focus: | United Kingdom |
| Page count: | 250 |
Methods
The report uses a variety of research methods, including scenario analysis, trend examination, and expert consultations, to predict changes in global trade, investment, and the spatial distribution of manufacturing.
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Key Insights
The global population will grow and become wealthier, leading to increased demand for manufactured products and resources. Climate change will impact supply chains and resource availability. Manufacturers will need to adapt to resource scarcity and environmental regulations, potentially leading to more sustainable practices.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2013 publication year | English publication language | United Kingdom geographic scope | consumer behavior | deindustrialization | environmental regulation | global trade | investment | manufacturing | reindustrialization | resource demand | spatial distribution | sustainability