Essays about: "Retursystem"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 8 essays containing the word Retursystem.

  1. 1. The flows of plastics and its future on Zanzibar : A Minor Field Study

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Elizabeth Brandén; [2023]
    Keywords : Tanzania; Zanzibar; Minor field study; Waste management; Plastic flows; Tanzania; Zanzibar; Mindre fältstudie; Avfallshantering; Plastflöden;

    Abstract : The aim of this project is to investigate the current situation of plastics waste management on the island Zanzibar in Tanzania. To investigate this, a field study was carried out during two months on site on Zanzibar. The field studies consisted of practical experiences, interviews and gathered impressions to get an overview. READ MORE

  3. 2. Transitioning towards a circular economy at an electronics manufacturer: Barriers and solutions for implementing a take back system in the US

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovationsteknik

    Author : Ellen Pellosniemi; Ebba Lundgren; [2022]
    Keywords : circular economy; e-waste take back; stakeholder barriers; B2B incentivization; solution prioritization; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : So far, over 50 million tonnes of e-waste have been generated globally (World Economic Forum, 2019), raising the question of the role of circular economy in combating climate change (Ellen MacArthur Foundation, 2021). This thesis explores the opportunities for Axis Communications to introduce a take back system for recycling decommissioned products in the US. READ MORE

  4. 3. Sustainability Review of the Mobile Cooling and Climate Control Industry : A Case Study incorporating LCA and Materiality Assessment

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Omar Mayorga Pérez; Nayanteja Yalavarthy; [2020]
    Keywords : life cycle assessment; materiality assessment; mobile cooling; climate control; air conditioners;

    Abstract : The mobile cooling and climate control industry provides a range of diverse solutions concerning the maintenance of temperature for comfortable living and safe transportation of goods over long distances. One of the major focuses of the industry is the transport sector for which products like cooling boxes and mobile air conditioners are exclusively designed for commercial and leisure purposes. READ MORE

  5. 4. Saving the world - One truck at a time : A case study at Volvo Trucks on reducing the packaging waste through circular economy

    University essay from Karlstads universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa, natur- och teknikvetenskap (from 2013)

    Author : Amanda Orrefalk; Charlotta Nedström; [2018]
    Keywords : Circular economy; Reversible logistics; Sustainable packaging; Waste management; Cirkulär ekonomi; Reversibel logistik; Hållbara förpackningar; Avfallshantering;

    Abstract : The production and consumption of today generates huge amounts of waste, and due to the increasing living standards the amount will continue to increase. The waste leads to large environmental impacts due to pollution and emissions of greenhouse gases, as well as the depletion of raw materials. READ MORE

  6. 5. Barriers and opportunities for implementation of a return system for industrial packaging : A case study at Valmet AB

    University essay from Karlstads universitet/Fakulteten för hälsa, natur- och teknikvetenskap (from 2013)

    Author : Lucas Lundin; Simon Karlsson; [2018]
    Keywords : Reverse Logistics; Return System; Circular Economy; Barriers; Opportunities; Sustainability; Life-Cycle Assessment; Omvänd Logistik; Retursystem; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Barriärer; Möjligheter; Hållbarhet; Livscykelanalys;

    Abstract : Sustainability has become a more and more important aspect within companies worldwide. Environmental aspects within companies are often connected to higher profits and increased corporate image. One field of importance, to create a more effective supply chain within companies, regards to the logistic process. READ MORE