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46 articles for “product life cycle”
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Polymer Composite-Integrated Food Waste Management Across the Supply Chain: Quantification, Process Modelling, and Techno-Economic Valorization
Abstract: Food waste produced throughout the global food supply chain constitutes one of the most impactful forms of inefficiency within the current food production system, producing roughly 931 million tons per year and resulting in economic losses above $1 trillion worldwide each year. One aspect that has not been sufficiently studied systematically is how polymer composite materials, such as membrane separation systems, polymer-coated extraction equipment, fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) biorefinery infrastructure, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 819–836 Read article
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Effectiveness of Sustainable Design and Costing Practices in Construction: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Professionals’ Roles Towards Resource Conservation
Abstract: Climate change and the continuous depletion of natural resources have significant implications for the built environment. Sustainable construction has thus become topical, with measures being widely discussed on how to integrate it into proposed product design development, necessary to ensure resource conservation. This study evaluates the role of built environment design and costing professionals in sustainable construction, exploring their contributions towards resource conservation, and their effectiveness in implementing sustainable practices …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 42–52 Read article
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Plasma Gasification for Sustainable Waste Management: Challenges and Future Prospects
Abstract: Plasma gasification technology offers a promising solution for the sustainable disposal of municipal solid waste (MSW) by converting waste into energy or valuable products, aligning with the principles of the circular economy. Despite its potential, plasma gasification faces challenges in terms of high operational costs, energy demands, and limited commercialization success. This article critically evaluates plasma gasification alongside traditional MSW processing methods, including biological, hydrothermal, and thermochemical techniques, comparing their …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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Impacts of Climate Change and Anthropogenic Stressors on Marine Ecosystems: A Comparative Study of Coral Reefs, Kelp Forests, and Arctic Fjords
Abstract: The accelerating impacts of climate change and human activities are profoundly reshaping marine ecosystems, threatening biodiversity, and altering trophic dynamics. This study synthesizes recent research on the responses of marine flora and fauna to temperature fluctuations, ocean acidification, pollution, and overfishing, highlighting the cascading effects on primary production, nutrient cycling, and ecosystem resilience. Using a combination of field surveys, remote sensing data, and meta-analytical approaches, we quantified biodiversity shifts across …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Sustainable Materials in Road Construction: A Review
Abstract: The immediate need for sustainable infrastructure has driven research into new materials in road construction with the goal of reducing environmental degradation and enhancing resource efficiency. This review is a comparative analysis of four innovative technologies involving industrial and natural waste products: recycled aggregates from construction and demolition (C&D) waste, feldspar powder from lithium mining, stabilized dam sediments using eucalyptus ash, and calcium carbide residue (CCR) blended with dredged sludge. …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 93–98 Read article
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A Low Embodied Energy Approach for Early Design Decisions in Agritourism Centers in Pune
Abstract: Agritourism is an idea that empowers and trains the rural family, organization, or individual to generate alternative sources of income by transforming their traditional agricultural land into a tourist attraction. Agritourism is the practice of attracting visitors to an area used primarily for agricultural purposes. It could be described as – rural/agricultural environments + farm commodities + tourism services = agritourism. It gives visitors an experience to stay in a …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 29–41 Read article