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1. 1. High-Temperature Thermal Energy Storage for Innovative Hybrid CSP/PV Plants : A Comprehensive Design Optimization

   University essay from KTH/Energiteknik

   Author : Lorenzo Centonze; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : By means of a literature review, critical parameters in the context of thermal energy storage systems, particularly packed bed thermal energy storage systems are identified. The goals of this thesis project are to come up with an optimized design for a PBSTES and to evaluate the thermal performance of alternative storage materials derived from byproducts of industrial processes and natural rocks in order to reduce the environmental impact of the designed system. READ MORE

3. 2. Relationship between waste management in student accommodation and students' knowledge of waste management in relation to energy transition

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Yong Lin; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainable Development; Energy Transition; Waste Management; Waste Sorting; Pearson’s correlation coefficient; Student Accommodation;

   Abstract : In the context of the current energy transition and sustainable development, the promotion of waste separation and waste management is a good means of promoting the energy transition. Waste, when recycled, can contribute to the energy transition in many ways, for example by generating electricity, heating, recycling into raw materials for reuse and producing biofuels. READ MORE

4. 3. Environmental tool evaluation and databased benchmarking of sustainable packaging materials for Micvac technology

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

   Author : Uvejs Preza; [2023]
   Keywords : sustainable packaging; ready meals; in-pack microwave pasteurization; evaluation tool; environmental impact; material investigation; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : In recent years, microwave applications in the food products have attracted increasing attention by the food packaging industry and the consumers due to their convenience, low energy and water usage and short processing time giving them a sustainable advantage over competing technologies. In-pack pasteurization represents one of the fastest developing technologies in preparing and delivering safe and high quality ready-to-eat meals. READ MORE

5. 4. Risk assessment of non-intentionally added substances in polyester yarn made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

   Author : Kristina Arnqvist; [2023]
   Keywords : r-PET; polyester yarn; NIAS; risk assessment;

   Abstract : Polyester is a synthetic material made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which is synthesised from fossil raw materials. Many clothing manufacturers are using polyester in their clothing, which, from an environmental perspective, creates a non-sustainable cycle. READ MORE

6. 5. A Multi-Level Perspective: Construction and Demolition Waste Management System : Case Study: Bengaluru

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för byggd miljö och energiteknik (BET)

   Author : Prashanth Ramakrishna; [2023]
   Keywords : Bengaluru; C D Waste Management; MLP Theory; Path Dependency;

   Abstract : A significant proportion of construction and demolition (C&D) waste is encompassed within the broader category of global waste. The handling of C&D waste is subject to the influence of a tripartite of environmental, social, and economic factors. READ MORE