Essays about: "edible packaging"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 essays containing the words edible packaging.

1. 1. Formulation and characterisation of novel edible-packaging for fruits and vegetables

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)

   Author : Lola Sutton; Katerina Papa; [2023]
   Keywords : algae; edible packaging; carrageenan; cucumber; REL; oxidative stress; antioxidants; food engineering; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : This master's thesis investigated the potential of algae raw materials, specifically k-carrageenan and to a lesser extent alginate, as film-forming ingredients for the development of a novel edible packaging solutions. The project involved the testing and characterisation of several active ingredients of algal and plant origins both as extracts and as ingredients in films. READ MORE

3. 2. Assessing the EnvironmentalPerformance of an In-Store VerticalFarming System : Identifying environmental hotspots for an in-store hydroponic vertical farmingsystem, using Life Cycle Assessment

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Axel Karlsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Vertical Farming”; “Life Cycle Assessment; Sweden; Environmental impacts; industrial symbiosis; Urban farming; Vertical Farming; Livscykelanalys; Sverige; Miljöpåverkan; Industriell symbios; Stadsodling;

   Abstract : The world is facing many challenges to be able to ensure food security, such as anincreased food demand coming from an expanding world population andurbanisation, worsened agricultural opportunities from increased land deteriorationand significant environmental impacts coming from the food sector. Thus, there is aneed for new agricultural solutions to meet our needs whilst decreasing impactssimultaneously. READ MORE

4. 3. Challenges in Adopting a Circular Economy model in Born-Sustainable Micro and Small Enterprises. Study on Food-Tech sector in Sweden

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Alejandra Fernandez Castaneda; [2023]
   Keywords : Circular economy; Sustainability; Food-tech; Circular food system; Born-Sustainable; Food-tech ecosystem; Sweden; Entrepreneurship.; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : The agri-food system has driven economic development and supported the growing population, but it has also significantly contributed to greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, the system is vulnerable and faces challenges that hinder innovation and sustainability. READ MORE

5. 4. Proteinbaserat material för livsmedelsförpackningar : med fokus på mjölkproteiner

   University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

   Author : Gabriella Apelthun; [2018]
   Keywords : Protein; whey; casein; edible films; food packaging; material;

   Abstract : Livsmedelsförpackningar är ett område som har stor utvecklingspotential eftersom både konsumtionen och produktionen av plast har ökat sedan 50-talet. Trots att vi vet att konventionella plastmaterial framställs av råmaterialet petroleum, en icke förnybar och uttömbar källa. Förpackningsindustrin står för den största andelen plast. READ MORE

6. 5. Food Packaging Trends for the Refrigerator

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

   Author : Elisabete Alves Da Silva Oliveira; [2015]
   Keywords : Refrigerator; Trends; Packaging; Food; Sweden; United Kingdom; Future; Consumer; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Issue of study: Consumers interact with primary food packaging and the refrigerator on a daily basis, although the interaction and impact food packaging has on the design of refrigerators is not clear. The Swedish home appliances company Electrolux, manufacturer’s refrigerators with the consumer needs in mind. READ MORE