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  1. 1. Assessing Textile Raw Materials and Exploring Sustainable Sources for Future Renewable Textile Materials for IKEA of Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Susan Lan; [2023]
    Keywords : drought; water scarcity; land degradation; cotton Gossypium sp. ; synthetic textiles; viscose; lyocell; IKEA; agro-waste; poplar Populus sp. ; bamboo Bambusoideae ; sustainability;

    Abstract : This degree project at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences has been conducted in collaboration with IKEA of Sweden. The textile industry contributes to significant environmental challenges, including pollution and global water scarcity. READ MORE

  3. 2. Agile management-based approach to support Sustainable Product Development

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Suleyman Suleymanov; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable Product Development; Modularization; Circular Product Design; Agile Methodology; Agile Product Development; Innovation for Sustainability.; Hållbar produktutveckling; Modularisering; Cirkulär produktdesign; Agil metodik; Agil produktutveckling; Innovation för hållbarhet.;

    Abstract : Product development has always been an indispensable step in society’s transition to sustainability. The environmental consequences of resource depletion, production, distribution and disposal are proof that existing product design and development strategies are not enough to achieve sustainability. READ MORE

  4. 3. The Impact of Sustainability Terminologies of Swedish Manufacturing Companies on Consumer Perception : A Mono-Method Quantitative Study

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Sarafat Hossain; Liana Hakobyan; [2022]
    Keywords : sustainability terminologies; branding; brand messaging; manufacturing; sustainable manufacturing; customer perception; Sweden;

    Abstract : Sustainability has fast evolved in business practices, and yet its meaning is often elusive and ambiguous. The component of sustainability is playing an important role in the company’s brand positioning. The popularity and the importance of sustainability in business operations and business representation are still rapidly growing. READ MORE

  5. 4. Developing a digital tool for innovating on circular strategies

    University essay from KTH/Maskinkonstruktion (Inst.)

    Author : Matilda Larson; Alexi Ramskog; [2022]
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    Abstract : The continuing advancement of technology and increase of consumption globally in recent decades has led to severe environmental problems related to exploitation of natural resources. Circular Economy (CE) is an approach with the possibility for businesses of using material and energy resources more efficiently, keeping products or material in the loop for longer. READ MORE

  6. 5. A Pre-study on Implementation of Blockchain based traceability system for Forestry compliance in Wood furniture supply chain

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar produktionsutveckling (ML)

    Author : Sairaju Ponnoju; [2022]
    Keywords : Blockchain; Wood Traceability; Forestry Compliance; Wood Furniture Supply chain; Blockchain; Spårbarhet; Regulationer för skogsverksamhet; Blockchain-baserat spårningssystem; Leverantörskedja inom trämöbler; Heminredning;

    Abstract : Currently, consumers are developing a serious interest in knowing all the information relevant to the products they purchase. According to recent research studies and practice reports, eco-friendly products, e.g., wood products, are subject to purchase barriers. READ MORE