Essays about: "second-hand"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 189 essays containing the word second-hand.

  1. 6. Garbage In, Garbage Out? : Exploring textile sculpture through refuse material

    University essay from Konstfack/Textil

    Author : Karina Nøkleby Presttun; [2023]
    Keywords : craft; textile sculpture; upcycling; second-hand; music; synesthesia; electronica; anti-academic;

    Abstract : This paper examines the processes, materials, and influences of Karina Presttun, an artist who explores building abstract sculptures with twine made from second-hand fabrics. She discusses how her work aims to share emotions and visual experiences that do not translate well into text and how she has been inspired by fiber artists, basket makers, and music. READ MORE

  3. 7. Implementing Circular Economy Measures for Stockholm's Sustainable Development: An Assessment of Using Second-hand Textiles in School Craft Education

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Maurine Luquet; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular Economy; Climate Neutrality; Life Cycle Assessment; Sustainable Development; Textile; Waste Management;

    Abstract : Circular Economy is an increasingly popular concept, which could be implemented to decrease our environmental impacts and promote sustainable development. Within Agenda 2030 and the Paris Agreement, the city of Stockholm has the goal to become climate neutral by 2030 and wants to explore the effects ofcircularity measures. READ MORE

  4. 8. Hide or Embrace Drawbacks? - A Quantitative Study of the Impact of Two-Sided Messaging in the Online Secondary Marketplace Setting

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

    Author : Sofie Bixo; Tyra Löthman; [2023]
    Keywords : Purchase intention; Facebook Marketplace; Second-hand buying; Theory of Planned Behaviour; Two-sided messaging;

    Abstract : In recent years, online secondary marketplace platforms have experienced rapid growth as both sustainability concerns and the demand for second-hand products have increased substantially. Despite this considerable growth, second-hand marketplaces have remained relatively understudied. READ MORE

  5. 9. Consumer Perceptions of Circular Practices in the Textile Sector and the Relation to Consumption Behaviour : Practical Implications for Stakeholders in the Textile Industry

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

    Author : Elina Lewe; [2023]
    Keywords : Textile industry; circular economy; circular practices; consumption behaviour; value and risk perceptions;

    Abstract : The textile industry has a substantial negative impact on the environment. In order to decrease the environmental impact, the industry needs to transition to a more sustainable and circular system. READ MORE

  6. 10. Exploring Chinese Consumer’s Attitude Toward Second-Hand Consumption, Shame or Not ?

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : YUAN HUANG; [2023]
    Keywords : Chinese Second-hand industry; Consumer Attitudes; Shame; Face Consciousness;

    Abstract : The burgeoning second-hand economy plays a crucial role in alleviating the environmental crisis exacerbated by over-consumption. In China, the second-hand market has witnessed rapid growth since local customer-to-customer trading platforms emerged in 2015. READ MORE