Poltoratska O. Theoretical aspects of resource-saving concept

Abstract

The article reviewed “resource-saving” concepts in the modern scientific literature works of academic economists, industries, which are investigating the given terminology in all areas of work, both national economy, and enterprise activity. It was determined that some of the “resource-saving” concepts are not taking into account the priority areas of the resource-saving object: investment and innovation component, environmental and logistic aspects. It was analyzed that some scientists consider the "resource-saving" concept as a system, policy or strategy of the enterprise. The author determined that there is well-developed classification of not only the "resource-saving" concept itself, but also economic processes associated with it. The author’s approach was proposed to the interpretations classification of the "resource-saving" concept in the context of economic development levels: macroeconomics, microeconomics and mesoeconomics; the main comprehensive objectives of resource-saving system for all economic levels are systematized and summarized: the formation of austerity programs for different resource types, the implementation of technological solutions and advanced information technology, the formation of progressive technical- economic standards, implementation of investment and innovative development programs, effective management of the financial instrument of enterprise, formation of the qualitative composition and optimal structure of personnel, development of progressive management and training programs of the personnel at all levels of production and organization of production and sideline products waste recycling. The author’s concept of "resource-saving of the industrial association" was offered, which is based on multifaceted approach and covers all aspects of the industrial enterprises activity in the industrial association