Essays about: "environmental costs"

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  1. 6. Space Utilization in Road Transportation: A Case Study of Truck Deliveries

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Marija Nikolova; Sirious Nterai; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Distribution; Emissions; Packaging; Truck deliveries; Space Utilization; Space Optimization;

    Abstract : Aim: To understand why big logistics companies do not focus their resources on improving space utilization and decreasing the phenomenon of empty running. Moreover, this study aims to present the potential economic and environmental benefits of reduced excess air in packaging and its effect on truck deliveries. READ MORE

  3. 7. The Internet of Things: Addressing the risks of smart homes : An analysis of Internet of Things-based smart homes from a security standpoint

    University essay from KTH/Hälsoinformatik och logistik

    Author : Marius Seffer; [2023]
    Keywords : ethical hacking; Internet of Things; security; smart home; threat modeling; economy; etisk hackning; Internet of Things; säkerhet; smarta hem; hotmodellering; ekonomi;

    Abstract : The security aspects of the Internet of Things (IoT) have become increasingly important as the number of connected devices continues to grow. This study presents a thorough analysis of the IoT security issues that exist, with an emphasis on smarthome devices. READ MORE

  4. 8. The Impact of Policy on the Production of Liquid Biofuels

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Alexandra Danielsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Business and Economics;

    Abstract : In the following thesis, the development of the biofuels sector in the United States will be analysed using environmental economics. Around year 2005, there was a significant increase in the production of liquid biofuels. Hence, the thesis aims to explore the reasons behind the increase. READ MORE

  5. 9. Modelling the chemical recycling of plastic waste via pyrolysis and analysing integration with existing refinery infrastructure

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Kemiteknik (CI)

    Author : Simon Dahl; [2023]
    Keywords : Pyrolysis; Recycling; Integration; Modelling; Simulation; Techno-economic; Plastic; Chemical engineering; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Current plastic management is unsustainable as large amounts of plastic end up landfilled or in the ocean, necessitating an expansion of waste management infrastructure. Pyrolysis is a viable chemical recycling option, and in this report a pyrolysis model is constructed in Aspen Plus. READ MORE

  6. 10. Hydrogen Pipeline Infrastructure Design for Germany in 2045

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

    Author : Flora Marianne von Mikulicz-Radecki; [2023]
    Keywords : Hydrogen Transport Infrastructure; Pipeline Networks; Retrofitting; Infrastructure Planning; Peak Hour Hydrogen Demand; Utilization Rate; Costs of Avoided Emissions; Carbon Neutrality; Infrastruktur för vätgastransport; rörledningsnät; eftermontering; infrastrukturplanering; efterfrågan på vätgas under m;

    Abstract : Germany’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2045 underscores the need for climate action, with hydrogen’s multiple uses in industry, transport, and energy offering a viable solution. Efficient retrofitting of the extensive natural gas pipeline network can enable hydrogen to be transported from supply to demand centers. READ MORE