Essays about: "eco materials"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 82 essays containing the words eco materials.

  1. 1. Sustainable food packaging based on polyhydroxyalkanoate

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

    Author : Safana Al-Ashor; [2024]
    Keywords : Biopolymers; Sustainable food packaging; Circular economy; Biobased and biodegradable materials; Food packaging; Processing technologies; Food quality; Shelf-life;

    Abstract : The Norwegian Food Research Institute (Nofima) and the University of Borås worked together to develop this project. The commonly used packaging materials pose a serious threat to the environment, as they are produced from nonrenewable crude oil and cannot decompose naturally. READ MORE

  3. 2. Softening - a choreographic exploration with trees

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Högskolan för scen och musik

    Author : Anna Wennerbeck; [2023-08-22]
    Keywords : Trees; Choreography; Dance; Eco Art; Embodiment; Resilience; Reconnect; Ecosomatic;

    Abstract : The purpose of this project is to explore how to connect with nature through an embodied work, understood through a choreographic practice. It seeks to investigate what movements and materials can be generated from a choreographic work with trees. READ MORE

  4. 3. Analyzing Raw Material Characteristics for Composite and Bio-composite preparation and Assessing Environmental Impacts through LCA

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Lakshay Vashist; [2023]
    Keywords : Plastic; Polymers; Composites; Bio-composites; Synthetic Fibers; Natural Fibers; Mechanical Properties; Life Cycle Assessment LCA ; Plast; polymerer; kompositer; biokompositer; syntetiska fibrer; naturliga fibrer; mekaniska egenskaper; livscykelanalys LCA ;

    Abstract : With the population expected to grow dramatically in the future. The existing state of the ecosystem appears to be worse in the future. One of the key culprits that has been wreaking havoc on the ecosystem is the use of plastic that is used to produce composites. 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. Climate improved concrete structures : Possibilities in design and construction

    University essay from KTH/Betongbyggnad

    Author : Dalia Attia; Steve Kiryakos; [2023]
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    Abstract : Concrete is an important material for building a sustainable society, serving as the foundation of modern infrastructure. Concrete’s widespread adoption in both commercial and residential construction projects can be attributed to its exceptional versatility, strength, durability, and long-lasting qualities. READ MORE