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  1. 1. Analysing the EU textile and clothing material flow with an emphasis on reuse-based value chains

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

    Author : Paula Henrietta Herzberg; Fabian Pirrwitz; [2023]
    Keywords : System Dynamics; Reuse based value chains; Circular Economy; Waste Management.;

    Abstract : Textile waste amounts and its utilization are pressing problems in the EU today, with further expected worsening as legislations come into play, increasing collection rates. The EU strives towards a more sustainable future, however this future might entail initial disimprovement, as consumption and disposal behaviour are further expected to increase. READ MORE

  3. 2. Consumer Perceptions of Circular Practices in the Textile Sector and the Relation to Consumption Behaviour : Practical Implications for Stakeholders in the Textile Industry

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Elina Lewe; [2023]
    Keywords : Textile industry; circular economy; circular practices; consumption behaviour; value and risk perceptions;

    Abstract : The textile industry has a substantial negative impact on the environment. In order to decrease the environmental impact, the industry needs to transition to a more sustainable and circular system. READ MORE

  4. 3. To be sustainable or to be fashionable? That is the question... : A quantitative study of the consumer's perspective on CSR in the fast fashion industry

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad

    Author : Maja Hörnell; Emma Alsaker; [2023]
    Keywords : CSR; fast fashion; consumer behaviour; purchasing decision; ethic; greenwashing; brand image; CSR; konsumentbeteende; fast fashion; köpbeslut; etik; greenwashing; varumärkesbild;

    Abstract : The purpose of the paper is to create a deeper understanding of the effects a company’s CSR activities have on consumers' purchase decisions in the fast fashion industry. Additionally, how consumers' brand image changes when a company does not meet the criteria for CSR initiatives. READ MORE

  5. 4. Flexible Sector Coupling (FSC) of Electrical and Thermal Sectors via Thermal Energy Storage (TES) : A Case Study on Oskarshamn Energi

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

    Author : Raúl Calvo García; Jose María Marín Arcos; [2023]
    Keywords : Flexible sector coupling FSC ; district heating DH ; thermal energy storage TES ; heat pump HP ; capacity optimization; dispatch optimization; open-access tools; Flexibel sektorkoppling; fjärrvärme; termisk energilagring; värmepump; kapacitetsoptimering; leveransoptimering; verktyg med öppen tillgång;

    Abstract : The integration of distributed energy sources and systems is of high relevance for the transition towards a more sustainable energy system. Taking into consideration the  amount of emissions produced by the heating sector, which account for at least half of the energy demand in buildings, district heating systems have the potential to play a key role in the transition, by enabling the integration of various energy sources and provide flexible energy services to the grid. READ MORE

  6. 5. Hard to reach energy consumers in Sweden

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

    Author : Sanna Lundin; [2023]
    Keywords : Energy consumers; hard to reach energy consumers; HTR; policies; behavior; FCM; Energikonsumenter; HTR; politiska åtgärder; FCM; beteende;

    Abstract : The transition towards a sustainable and low-carbon future requires significant changes in energy behaviour among energy consumers. However, the question remains about how, by whom, and what changes are necessary to achieve this transition. READ MORE