Essays about: "waste management and the supply chain"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 105 essays containing the words waste management and the supply chain.

  1. 1. Navigating the Intersection: Cost Reduction and Sustainability in Logistics Strategies

    University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Redovisning, Marknadsföring, SCM, Informatik och Rättsvetenskap

    Author : Huong Kerensa Bäckström; [2024]
    Keywords : cost cutting; sustainability;

    Abstract : Background:           Cost reduction in logistics is crucial for improving profitability and achieving continuous sustainability improvement. Companies aim to maintain margins through cost reduction strategies in logistics yet staying sustainable in competitive markets. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sustainable Innovation for Reducing Negative Environmental Impact in the Textile Industry - A Comparative Case Study Between Sweden and Bangladesh

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Nazmun Jahan Nipun; [2023-07-20]
    Keywords : Sustainable Innovation; Textile Industry; Positive Environmental impact; Challenges; Developed country; Developing country;

    Abstract : This thesis attempts to highlight the challenges and share insights related to sustainable innovation in the textile industry, as well as the importance of collaboration and technology adoption to reduce negative environmental impact. The comparison between Bangladesh and Sweden, a developing nation and a developed nation, sheds light on the importance of design thinking, the use of technology in supply chain management, as well as the necessity of government support and customer awareness. READ MORE

  4. 3. Improving Seafood Waste Management in Västra Götaland, for a more environmental sustainable future

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Farad Fatemi; Fares Samara; [2023-07-03]
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    Abstract : Waste management has become a major concern around the world. The amount of waste is significantly growing, resulting in a negative impact on the environment. It is important to address this issue by managing waste effectively and reducing its environmental impact. READ MORE

  5. 4. Impact of the EU Battery Regulation on Circular Economy of EV Batteries- barriers and opportunities for battery repurposing

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Yi Chun Lin; [2023]
    Keywords : Battery waste management; EU regulation; repurposing; circular business models; End-of-life EoL batteries; Recycling; Hantering av batteriavfall; EU-förordning; Återanvändning; Cirkulära affärsmodeller; uttjänat batterier; Återvinning;

    Abstract : This thesis presents a comprehensive exploration of the impact of EU battery regulations, Regulation (EU) 2023/1542, on end-of-life batteries, focusing on repurposing within the supply chain. We used both surveys and interviews to gather qualitative data from the stakeholders in the battery supply chain. READ MORE

  6. 5. How is triple bottom line thinking included in small-firm decision making? – A study of potato farmers in Östergötland, Sweden : hur påverkas potatisproduktionen av kvalitetskrav?

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Madeleine Gillheimer; [2023]
    Keywords : Food waste; production losses; primary production; triple bottom line; decision theory; garbage can model;

    Abstract : Earlier research has shown a lack of studies on waste in agriculture production. Therefore, there is a need for improved screening for the cause of wastage in primary production. In addition, more research is required on how quality requirements and norms affect wastage and how waste can be prevented. READ MORE