Essays about: "Disposable plates"

Found 2 essays containing the words Disposable plates.

  1. 1. Paper vs Leaf: Comparative Life Cycle Assessment Of Single-use Plates Made Of Renewable Materials

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Lucia Korbelyiova; [2019]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Life cycle assessment; Disposable plates; Leaf; Paper;

    Abstract : Global plastic pollution of the natural environment is extremely detrimental as it is causing deaths of animal species. More than 80 % of marine litter is made up by plastics and 70 % of those are made up by disposable items. READ MORE

  3. 2. Production of bio-plastic materials from apple pomace : A new application for the waste material

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

    Author : Jesper Gustafsson; Mikael Landberg; [2018]
    Keywords : Apple pomace; Orange pomace; Biodegradable; Plastics; Mechanical properties;

    Abstract : Extensive quantities of apple pomace are generated annually but disposal of this waste is still much disputed. In EU alone, 500 000 tons are produced every year. Without further treatment, the acidic character of apples with their high sugar and low protein content makes the pomace unsuitable for landfilling and animal feedstock. READ MORE