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1. 1. Robot arm with object detection for waste management

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

   Author : Albin Gunnarsson; Dag Ehlin; [2023]
   Keywords : Mechatronics; Raspberry Pi; stepper motors; cylindrical robot arm; machine learning;

   Abstract : Recycling is becoming more crucial due to the fast pace of consumerism. This thesis explores how well a robot arm, with three degrees of freedom, can be implemented to give an autonomous recycling process. After the prototyping phase it was found that a cylindrical robot arm was best suited for the project. READ MORE

3. 2. Double-Sealing Recycled Paper Parcels in Sustainable Marketing & Consumer Decision-Making Factors. : The case Study of PostNord Logistics and Customers.

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : Abel Kebede; Zunair Shafique; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainability; Circular Economy; Recycled Paper Parcels; Double Sealing Recycled Paper Parcels; Peer group Pressure; Social Media Influence; Educational Level; Age and Income;

   Abstract : Abstract: - This Master’s Thesis explains the relevancy of sustainable marketing, sustainability, e-commerce, circular economy of recycled paper packaging in the correlation of consumer perception, consumer decision making factors towards recycling and sustainability benefits. Although the paper discusses sustainable marketing in a circular economy aspect potential in regards to recycled paper parcels, the research will mainly focus on the postal carrier company named PostNord based in Nordic countries; the paper will emphasise how the double-sealing recycled paper could increase the number of customers and sustainability ofthe company and consumer perception towards these type of packaging as a parcel. READ MORE

4. 3. Paper vs Plastic: A comparative Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of two flower packaging solutions

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Marianna Chatzopoulou; [2023]
   Keywords : Corrugated board; Greenhouse gas emissions; Life Cycle Assessment; Packaging; Plastic; Sustainable Development;

   Abstract : The concept of sustainability is currently a prominent topic of discussion within the field of packaging. In the context of numerous product manufacturing enterprises, the integration of sustainability principles into their operational framework is often perceptible to external observers solely through the packaging of the final product. READ MORE

5. 4. Towards Sustainable Coffee Packaging: A Comparative Study of Current and Future Materials for Zoégas Coffee

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Förpackningslogistik

   Author : Alexandra Karlsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Food packaging; coffee; permeability; recyclability; shelf life.; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : An important factor in preventing food waste is the ability to provide a product with a package according to its needs. The packaging material, in turn, needs to be recyclable in order to contribute to a circular use of materials rather than becoming waste. READ MORE

6. 5. The Influence of Pigment Additives on the Barrier Properties of Dispersion Coatings

   University essay from KTH/Fiber- och polymerteknologi

   Author : Malin Eriksson; [2022]
   Keywords : dispersion coating; paper products; pigment; sustainable development; circular economy; Dispersionsbarriär; pappersprodukter; pigment; hållbar utveckling; cirkulär ekonomi;

   Abstract : Att minska plastavfall och uppmuntra återvinning har fått hög prioritet i många affärsverksamheter och olika typer av regleringar implementeras för att minska den negativa påverkan av plastanvändningen. Papper och kartong består i huvudsak av cellulosa som har många egenskaper som är essentiella för en hållbar ekonomi (t.ex. READ MORE