Essays about: "Vattenavtryck"

Found 3 essays containing the word Vattenavtryck.

  1. 1. LCA Based Water Footprint Assessment for a White Shirt

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Raveena Muthukumar; [2020]
    Keywords : Water footprint; water scarcity indicator; LCA; organic cotton; reuse of shirt;

    Abstract : The white shirt is widely chosen attire by the people for its comfort and aesthetics. With rising population growth and demand for clothing, the production of white cotton shirts will be increased. The production of the white cotton shirt has various environmental impacts and also leads to water scarcity issues. READ MORE

  2. 2. Evaluating the sustainability of vegetarian, vegan, and New Nordic diets in Sweden : Combining environmental and nutritional aspects

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Martin Janoco; [2019]
    Keywords : environment; sustainability; sustainable diet; life cycle assessment;

    Abstract : Changing the western dietary pattern toward a healthier diet with reduced intake of animal foods is a commonly recognized strategy in the ongoing effort for global sustainability. Since animal foods tend to have a high environmental impact, vegetarian diets are often suggested as an ecological alternative to the typical Western diet. READ MORE

  3. 3. Assessment of water footprint for civil construction projects

    University essay from

    Author : Katarina Wärmark; [2015]
    Keywords : Water Footprint; Water Footprint Network; Life Cycle Analysis; Civil Construction; CEEQUAL; Water Consumption; Water Use; Vattenavtryck; Vattenfotavtryck; Water Footprint Network; Livscykelanalys; Anläggning; CEEQUAL; Vattenanvändning; Vattenkonsumtion;

    Abstract : Water is an irreplaceable resource and the strain on it is getting tougher. Around 40 per cent of the water withdrawn in Europe is for industrial use. With a growing population and an increased demand for food and energy per capita, the demand and pressure on our water resources will increase. READ MORE