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Purpose: The article presents a detailed analysis of the development of the European meat market. Based on statistical data for 2007-2023, a forecast of the sector's development until 2030 was prepared. The production of pork, poultry, beef, mutton and goat meat in all European Union countries was analyzed in detail. Based on statistical data, a forecast of carbon dioxide emissions and water consumption in the production process was prepared. The case study presents the characteristics of a selected meat plant from the point of view of the technological process implemented there and the impact of the meat plant on the environment. The main factors affecting the environment were also analyzed, i.e. the amount of air pollution emissions, the amount of waste generated and the amount of sewage discharged. The concentrations of pollutants released into the air were calculated for the installations operating in the plant. Design/methodology/approach: The subject of observation and assessment were industry reports, technology block diagrams and calculations based on those provided by the examined business entity. The presentation and detailed analysis of available data took the form of tables and bar charts, which were justified descriptively. The source of information for this study was the literature on the subject, statistical data and numerous studies by the Central Statistical Office and Eurostat, reports in the industry section, an interview with the owner of the meat plant, analysis of source documents provided by the examined business entity as well as the authors' own observations. The characteristics and sales market of the company were examined. The machinery of the examined company and the level of investments made over the years were also analyzed. Findings: The examined production plant produces goods for 12 months a year. It processes 2500 tons of raw material annually, or ca. 48 tons of livestock per week. The specific nature of the plant requires continuity of production. The article presents the characteristics of the production plant, the production process and the plant's technological and production facilities. The impact of the production process at the plant on the environment was analyzed in terms of applicable legal aspects and emission limits. Research limitations/implications: The analysis of the meat production sector and development forecasts was carried out for all European Union countries. The impact of the meat production plant was analyzed for a selected entity located in Poland. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
