Essays about: "ecological footprint assessment"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 essays containing the words ecological footprint assessment.

1. 1. Resource efficient manufacturing within the steel industry : A study of the approaches utilized by steel manufacturers to optimize resource efficiency

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Alan Aboul Hosn; [2023]
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   Abstract : The steel industry plays a critical role in shaping the modern world, serving as a foundational pillar for infrastructure, construction, and manufacturing sectors. However, its rapid growth has sparked concerns regarding its environmental impact and sustainability. READ MORE

3. 2. Paper vs Plastic: A comparative Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of two flower packaging solutions

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Marianna Chatzopoulou; [2023]
   Keywords : Corrugated board; Greenhouse gas emissions; Life Cycle Assessment; Packaging; Plastic; Sustainable Development;

   Abstract : The concept of sustainability is currently a prominent topic of discussion within the field of packaging. In the context of numerous product manufacturing enterprises, the integration of sustainability principles into their operational framework is often perceptible to external observers solely through the packaging of the final product. READ MORE

4. 3. EcoDesign in the Development of Furniture : Implemented Ecological Design Strategies and Life Cycle Assessment in a Swedish Context

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Amanda-Kante Cham; [2022]
   Keywords : EcoDesign; product design; life cycle assessment; furniture; Ekodesign; produktdesign; livscykelanalys; möbler;

   Abstract : The European furniture industry manufactures approximately 28 % of furniture sold worldwide and accounts for about 10 % of the European Union manufacturing GDP. The industry heavily contributes to environmental burdens and is currently undergoing a transition influenced by scientific research supporting developments within European policies and directives. READ MORE

5. 4. Life Cycle Assessment as a decision- making tool in the automotive industry : Potentials and Limitations, An LCA Case study

   University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Industriell ekonomi och organisation

   Author : Eric Pettersson Bergvall; Fredrik Alexandersson; [2022]
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   Abstract : The requirements of the automotive industry are increasing among customers and society due to environmental issues and global warming. According to the case company, requests from customers and society for verification of the environmental footprint of products are increasing. READ MORE

6. 5. Methodology for Production Carbon Footprint Calculations : A Case of Cylindrical Pins Manufacturing

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar produktionsutveckling (ML)

   Author : Bharat Bijukumar; Joakim Ekvall; [2021]
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   Abstract : Reduction of emissions and utilization of energy are topics that have been widely discussed in the recent past. In order to align with the aim of several manufacturing companies to reduce their emissions, the development of a carbon footprint quantification tool is very desirable. READ MORE