Essays about: "thesis for waste management in construction"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 40 essays containing the words thesis for waste management in construction.

  1. 1. Development of a waste sorting system in Morrumbene, Mozambique : Exploring how to engage a community in waste sorting

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

    Author : Julia Ramm; Jenny Sjöstrand; [2023]
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    Abstract : This abstract presents a Master’s Thesis in Industrial Design Engineering conducted on behalf of Project Vita, a non-profit organisation working in Morrumbene, Mozambique. The aim of the project was to develop an implementable waste sorting system that would align with the customs of the community and serve as a foundation for a more advanced solid waste management system. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sustainable water treatment in the manufacturing industry : Investigation of the water treatment system at VCE, Hallsberg

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Energisystem

    Author : Johan Hagströmer; Forsberg Emma; [2023]
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    Abstract : Transitioning to circular flows is essential to economize the planet’s resources. One of the most important resources on earth is water as it is vital for all living things. However, water purification methods have proven to be very energy intensive, and increasing the circular water flows is therefore challenging. READ MORE

  4. 3. Possibility to reuse and recycle wood waste and CDWW

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Julia Christensen; [2023]
    Keywords : wood; wood waste; construction and demolition wood waste; recycling; reusage;

    Abstract : This essay will address if and how it is possible to reuse and recycle wood waste and CDWW (construction and demolition wood waste). The background will have a short introduction and then be divided into 3 sections. The first section addresses similarities and differences between linear vs. circular economy. READ MORE

  5. 4. The Upside of Upcycling : An Investigation of Construction Waste Materials’ Potential for Upcycling through Material Driven Design

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Tekniska fakulteten; Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling

    Author : Alma Swärdh; My Hindersson Oddsberg; [2023]
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    Abstract : The main objective of this thesis is to show the potential that construction waste materials from Skanska’s projects have for upcycling. Materials are investigated through a comprehensive pre-study and their potential is showcased in developed concepts. READ MORE

  6. 5. Circular Construction : A Study of Reuse Practices in the Construction Industry from a Consultant´s Perspective

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för arkitektur och samhällsbyggnad (ABE)

    Author : Johan Åberg; Jacob Foconi; [2023]
    Keywords : Reuse; Circular Economy; Construction Industry; Resource Use; Embodied Environmental Impact; Återbruk; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Byggbranschen; Resursanvändning; Inbäddad Miljöpåverkan;

    Abstract : In light of the need to reduce resource usage and mitigate the climate impact of the Swedish construction industry, the adoption of reusing secondary materials has gained significant attention as an alternative construction process. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns, but also aims to transition from the prevailing "make-take-waste" system of resource management. READ MORE