Essays about: "Corn oil"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 essays containing the words Corn oil.

  1. 1. Next generation of sustainable packaging for Danish skincare scale-up

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

    Author : Carl Craft; [2022]
    Keywords : life cycle assessment; LCA; packaging materials; cosmetics packaging; sustainability; polypropylene; polyethylene; polylactide; polyhydroxyalkanoates; aluminium.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The Cosmetic packaging industry is on the rise and through consumer demand, cosmetic companies are increasing their focus on sustainability and accountability. This has left many companies in need of a deeper understanding regarding the environmental impact of their current packaging solutions as well as how to improve their footprint in the future. READ MORE

  3. 2. De-polymerization and Purification of Kraft Lignin Utilizing the Liquid-Lignin Phase

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Kemiteknik (CI)

    Author : Martin Sundin; [2017]
    Keywords : ALPHA; SLRP; Liquid-Lignin; Lignin; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The effects of global warming are apparent and the work towards a sustainable future is underway. In order to reduce the environmental impact caused by the transportation sector, a transition from fossil fuels to those based on renewable resources are important. Using agricultural land to produce raw materials, e.g. READ MORE

  4. 3. Production of biodiesel from vegetable oils

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemivetenskap (CHE)

    Author : Boris Ramos; [2012]
    Keywords : Biodiesel; Corn oil; Ethanol; Methanol; Palm oil;

    Abstract : The production of biodiesel using vegetables oils is studied. Palm oil and its use for production of biodiesel have been focused. Palm tree is very productive and one of the most profitable for biodiesel production. Among the oilseed crops palm tree produce more oil per hectare. READ MORE

  5. 4. Production of biodiesel from corn oil and ethanol by homogeneous alkali catalyzed transesterification

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemivetenskap (CHE)

    Author : Atahualpa Mendez; [2011]
    Keywords : Biodiesel; Corn oil; Ethanol; Homogen catalys; Transesterification;

    Abstract : This report gives a general overview on biodiesel production, its motivations, characteristics and recent developments, mainly focused in the Brazilian case. The Brazilian National Program for Production and Use of Biodiesel (PNPB) launched 2003 created a demand of biodiesel and stimulated the biodiesel production. READ MORE

  6. 5. Expected Shortfall as a Complement to Value at Risk - A study applied to commodities

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Filippa Gerstädt; Maria Olander; [2010]
    Keywords : Value at Risk; Expected Shortfall; nine approaches; backtesting; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Basel II requires Value at Risk (VaR) as a standardized risk measure for calculating market risk. However, the validity of the risk measure has been questioned since it neglects the losses beyond the VaR level. Expected Shortfall (ES) is a response to this limitation, as it is defined as the average of the losses ignored by VaR. READ MORE