Essays about: "Circular food system"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 40 essays containing the words Circular food system.

  1. 1. Sustainable food packaging based on polyhydroxyalkanoate

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Safana Al-Ashor; [2024]
    Keywords : Biopolymers; Sustainable food packaging; Circular economy; Biobased and biodegradable materials; Food packaging; Processing technologies; Food quality; Shelf-life;

    Abstract : The Norwegian Food Research Institute (Nofima) and the University of Borås worked together to develop this project. The commonly used packaging materials pose a serious threat to the environment, as they are produced from nonrenewable crude oil and cannot decompose naturally. READ MORE

  3. 2. Consumer Incentives for Participating in a Circular System - Understanding the Use of Reusable Food and Beverage Packages

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Hanna Isaksson; Hanna Palmqvist; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Sustainable Food Packaging; Sustainable Beverage Packaging; Circular Economy; Environmental Sustainability; Consumer Incentives; Multi Criteria Decision Analysis; Circular Economy and Logistics; Swedish Packaging Policies; Circular Packaging Solution;

    Abstract : Human actions are causing a growing negative impact on the environment and measures must be taken to halt this trend. In response, the EU and Sweden have developed new regulations to be implemented, aimed at reducing the environmental impact of disposable food and beverage packaging. READ MORE

  4. 3. Evaluation of novel climate-friendly feed for Nile tilapia in Tanzania

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

    Author : Vilma Johansson; [2023]
    Keywords : Black soldier fly; novel fish feed; circular aquaculture; sub-Sahara aquaculture; greenhouse gas emissions; LCA; Nile tilapia;

    Abstract : Tanzania is a country located in sub-Sahara Africa by the Indian Ocean. Tanzania's aquaculture sector is small but has the potential to grow. As the population grows, so does the demand for food. Nile tilapia is the most cultured fish in Tanzania due to its hardiness, fast growth and tolerance to many environmental conditions. READ MORE

  5. 4. Evaluating the potential of circular food waste management : A focus on insect feed utilization

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Jenny Eliasson; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular economy; Circular Business Models; BSF; Mealworm; Barriers; Drivers; Cirkulär ekonomi; Circkulära affärsmodeller; Soldatfluga; Mjölmask; Barriärer; Drivkrafter;

    Abstract : Approximately a third of all food produced globally is thrown away, causing both unnecessary environmental impact and unnecessary costs for producers and consumers. Food waste occurs in all steps in the supply chain, from primary production to retail stores, restaurants, and households. READ MORE

  6. 5. From farm to food waste? : Opportunities and limitations for a circular economy in the cow milk and oat drink industries

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling; Linköpings universitet/Filosofiska fakulteten

    Author : Linnea Fundberg; Zandra Hedlund; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular economy; food waste; supply chain managment; oat drink; dairy; sustainability;

    Abstract : The purpose of our thesis is to determine to what extent the cow milk and oat drink industries can implement a circular economy according to Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s definition. In addition, we will discuss the impact on the overall sustainability. READ MORE