Bridging Lean Methods and Circular Economy: The Role of Policies in Creating Sustainable Supply Chains and Green Infrastructure

This review examines how lean manufacturing principles can be effectively integrated with circular economy (CE) practices to develop sustainable supply chains and promote green infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on waste reduction, recycling, and resource recovery to shift from linear to regenerative systems. Key strategies in the construction sector—such as prefabrication, eco-design, and adaptive resource use—are discussed alongside policy interventions like green procurement and zero-waste initiatives. By bridging lean and circular frameworks through supportive policies, the paper proposes an interdisciplinary approach for enhancing environmental performance. The study concludes with future research directions and identifies challenges and opportunities for practical implementation.