Essays about: "Textile materials"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 144 essays containing the words Textile materials.

1. 1. Sustainable Innovation for Reducing Negative Environmental Impact in the Textile Industry - A Comparative Case Study Between Sweden and Bangladesh

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Nazmun Jahan Nipun; [2023-07-20]
   Keywords : Sustainable Innovation; Textile Industry; Positive Environmental impact; Challenges; Developed country; Developing country;

   Abstract : This thesis attempts to highlight the challenges and share insights related to sustainable innovation in the textile industry, as well as the importance of collaboration and technology adoption to reduce negative environmental impact. The comparison between Bangladesh and Sweden, a developing nation and a developed nation, sheds light on the importance of design thinking, the use of technology in supply chain management, as well as the necessity of government support and customer awareness. READ MORE

3. 2. Garbage In, Garbage Out? : Exploring textile sculpture through refuse material

   University essay from Konstfack/Textil

   Author : Karina Nøkleby Presttun; [2023]
   Keywords : craft; textile sculpture; upcycling; second-hand; music; synesthesia; electronica; anti-academic;

   Abstract : This paper examines the processes, materials, and influences of Karina Presttun, an artist who explores building abstract sculptures with twine made from second-hand fabrics. She discusses how her work aims to share emotions and visual experiences that do not translate well into text and how she has been inspired by fiber artists, basket makers, and music. READ MORE

4. 3. Implementing Circular Economy Measures for Stockholm's Sustainable Development: An Assessment of Using Second-hand Textiles in School Craft Education

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Maurine Luquet; [2023]
   Keywords : Circular Economy; Climate Neutrality; Life Cycle Assessment; Sustainable Development; Textile; Waste Management;

   Abstract : Circular Economy is an increasingly popular concept, which could be implemented to decrease our environmental impacts and promote sustainable development. Within Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement, the city of Stockholm has the goal to become climate neutral by 2030 and wants to explore the effects ofcircularity measures. READ MORE

5. 4. Investigation on the natural indigo dye for cotton fabric by using supercritical carbon dioxide

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

   Author : Ryoi Takamatsu; [2023]
   Keywords : Dyeing; supercritical carbon dioxide; indigo; cotton; eco-friendly; textile;

   Abstract : Concerns about the environmental impact of the textile industry are increasing, and there is an urgent need to develop and implement sustainable technologies. In particular, the environmental impact of dyeing, which emits a large amount of wastewater and chemicals, is one production process that needs to be resolved. READ MORE

6. 5. Greening the thread : A comparative study of design processes to reduce microplastic shedding in Swedish textile companies

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

   Author : Stina Victorsson; Sonya Reynolds; [2023]
   Keywords : The textile industry; Sustainability; Microplastic shedding; Sustainable design processes; Triple bottom line; Circular economy; Swedish textile companies;

   Abstract : Purpose – This study aims to gain an increased understanding of how textile companies perceive opportunities and challenges in reducing microplastic shedding in the design process. Specifically, the thesis compares and analyses two distinct textile companies with diverse business approaches. READ MORE