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  1. 16. An Exploratory Study of Sourcing Options for Alternative Materials to Leather - A Case Study at IKEA of Sweden

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Akashdeep Maheshwari; David Marriaga Diaz; [2021]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Corporate Sustainability; Leather; Coated fabrics; Leather alternatives; Circular supply chain; Sustainable supply chain management; Purchasing strategic management; Supplier selection; LCA.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Abstract Title: An exploratory study of sourcing options for alternative materials to leather. Authors: Akashdeep Maheshwari and David Marriaga Diaz – Master Students in Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Division of Engineering Logistics. Lunds Tekniska Högskola (LTH), Lund University. READ MORE

  3. 17. “How to Talk to Dragons” Insights into the Praxis of an Inter-Cultural Shadow Puppet Theatre Play

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för kultur och samhälle (KS)

    Author : Bjela Proßowsky; [2020]
    Keywords : participatory art projects; inter-cultural encounters; Sbek Touch; shadow puppetry; cultural diversity; non-verbal communication; alternative development; dragons; The Practice of Love ;

    Abstract : Cultural diversity in a global community demands our tolerant understanding of one another. Participatory art projects can be instrumental in facilitating equal-footing en­counters and creative communication between people from different cultures that transcend language barriers. READ MORE

  4. 18. Comparison of in-situ bioremediation of soil contaminated with chlorinated hydrocarbons

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad

    Author : Tianyu Qin; [2020]
    Keywords : bioremediation; biostimulation; bioaugmentation; product; chlorinated hydrocarbon;

    Abstract : In recent years, due to the continuous development of machinery, electronics, leather, chemical companies and dry-cleaning industry, more and more chlorinated hydrocarbons accumulate in the soil, causing serious harm to the environment. The accumulation of chlorinated hydrocarbons and the teratogenic, carcinogenic, and mutagenic hazards seriously threaten human health. READ MORE

  5. 19. There’s a Snake in My Boot!

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Elehored Nayeli Díaz Esquivel; Cristina González Bustillo; Sutapatr Tangstitporn; [2019]
    Keywords : Brand identity; corporate brand management; exotic skins; luxury industry; leather goods; sustainability; ethics; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Kering is a multi-player in the luxury industry, owning high-end brands such as Gucci, Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen, among others. A range of product lines of these brands use exotic skins as raw materials. Some argue that the use of such materials is too cruel and that the animal welfare cannot be guaranteed. READ MORE

  6. 20. Energy Supply & Optimization of New Tannery in Bangladesh

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

    Author : Gabriel Åkerling; Carl Ekberg; [2018]
    Keywords : Tannery Energy Optimization Cooling Drying Supply Digester Biogas; Garveri Energi Optimering Kylning Torkning Rötning Biogas;

    Abstract : Böle Garveri is a tannery located outside Piteå with a long history of leather production. They are planning a new tannery in Bangladesh as a step in their ongoing expansion of their business. The leather industry in Bangladesh is currently chemically heavy and in many cases highly toxic to the environment. READ MORE