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van Breukelen, Roelie (author)The study discusses the challenges posed by substances of concern (SoCs) in products, emphasizing the need to address them within the framework of a circular economy (CE). It introduces the Safe and Circular Design (SCD) method as a potential solution but notes its lack of practical testing. The study focuses on implementing the SCD method in...master thesis 2024
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Vilaça, M.V. (author), Correia, Gonçalo (author), Coelho, Margarida C. (author)Shared Automated Electric Vehicles (SAEVs) are poised to revolutionize future transportation. However, potential drawbacks, including increased vehicle usage and the projected shorter vehicle lifespan, introduce critical factors that may impact efficiency and environmental benefits. This research introduces a framework that integrates Agent...journal article 2024
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Drop, Kevin (author)Many functional photovoltaic (PV) modules are decommissioned prematurely, often due to the financially motivated repowering of PV systems. This study assesses under which circumstances there is an environmental incentive to reuse these modules as opposed to recycling and replacing them with new, more efficient modules. A life cycle assessment...master thesis 2023
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Hogerheijde, Sebastiaan (author)This research addresses the environmental impact of foundations in lightweight housing units, focusing on BAM's timber house concept, FLOW. While the engineered timber superstructure is environmentally conscious, the foundation's contribution is often overlooked. The study aims to minimise the Environmental Cost Indicator (ECI) of FLOW houses by...master thesis 2023
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Frackers, Jesse (author)It is observed that both cost and environmental impact are underemphasized criteria in the investment decision-making process of Institutional Real Estate Investment Funds (IREIFs). The limited adoption of Life Cycle Costing (LCC) and Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) within IREIFs' Performance Management Systems (PMS) hampers improved investment...master thesis 2023
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saggu, taran (author)The escalating trends in e-commerce have led to a surge in parcel delivery demands, necessitating innovative solutions for efficient and environment friendly last-mile deliveries. Parcel Lockers (PLs) have emerged as a potential answer to address the environmental impact of traditional delivery methods. The core of PLs lies in a benefit trade...master thesis 2023
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de Vilder, Sietse (author)The municipality of Amsterdam is swiftly advancing its climate neutrality aspirations within the EU’s Climate Neutral Cities Mission. To accelerate this transition, the municipality has set the target to fully utilize suitable rooftop surfaces for solar panels by 2050. Yet, economic incentives prompt households to replace PV panels prematurely,...master thesis 2023
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Hoobroeckx, Evy (author)This study explores the environmental sustainability of digital health devices, specifically smart pillboxes, which are designed to help patients manage their medication, improve their health, and reduce medication non-adherence. The use of such devices has increased electronic and plastic waste and has resulted in a higher demand for critical...master thesis 2023
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Snaathorst, Andrew (author)This thesis investigates the total environmental impact of various alternative marine energy carriers while taking the powering increase into account due to their disadvantageous spatial requirements compared to conventional fuel. A parametric design tool for bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, and trailing suction hopper dredgers has been...master thesis 2023
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Ruminy, Justine (author)The climate emergency calls for a global shift towards a low-carbon economy, to preserve natural resources and biodiversity, while limiting global warming and its consequences. This project focuses on the impact of distribution centres, intended for the storage of commercial goods. Warehouses are characterised by large flexible spaces and simple...master thesis 2023
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Koullapis, Kendeas (author)Over the last few years, the construction sector has experienced increasing demand for raw materials due to the rapid growth of the urban population. At the same time, most of the post-war buildings in Europe have reached the end of their service life. As a consequence, a period of intense demolition activities with<br/>significant waste...master thesis 2022
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Kappenburg, Abel (author)Rubber is by the European Union stated a critical material (Critical Raw Materials, 2020). For our society the material is essential but can be depleted. The search for circular solutions for rubber is urgent. <br/><br/>In 2020 27.4 million metric tons of rubber has been produced globally (Tiseo, 2021). Around 70% of all produced rubber is used...master thesis 2022
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Vujanović, Annamaria (author), Puhar, Jan (author), Krajnc, Damjan (author), Awad, P.W.A.A. (author), Čuček, Lidija (author)Conventional plastic products present a serious burden to the environment, especially during their end-of-life phase. To tackle the rapid growth in plastic production, use and pollution, it is desirable to produce plastic materials more sustainably. Amongst these plastic materials which could be produced sustainably are Melamine Etherified...journal article 2022
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Mangla, Deepanshu (author)Currently, Ordinary Portland cement (OPC) concrete accounts for the world's 8-10% anthropogenic carbon/ greenhouse (GHG) emissions, where 90-95% of the emissions are due to the production of OPC. A 200% increase in OPC demand is projected by 2050 from 2010 levels. Therefore, it is urgent to reduce these emissions arising from its production....master thesis 2021
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Mandić, Ivana (author)The building and civil engineering sector is the most polluting sector in the Netherlands. Therefore, there is an increasing need for circular and sustainable products and processes. High demand for raw materials and high environmental pressure of this sector could be reduced by implementing the Circular Economy (CE) principles in the public...master thesis 2021
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Shivakumar, Nireeksha (author)The Circular Economy (CE) in the built environment has gained attention due to the current unsustainable linear model. There are several indicators to measure the transition towards the CE in the built environment, but no consensus has been reached. Based on previous literature, the design decisions during the preliminary stage of the design...master thesis 2021
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Kroes, Amarins (author)Buildings influence the environment due to the emission of greenhouse gases, energy use, water consumption, and waste generation. The load-bearing structures of buildings also have a significant share in these emissions. Currently, European and national regulations oblige to focus on sustainability in designs as well. In this research, it is...master thesis 2021
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Malabi Eberhardt, Leonora Charlotte (author), van Stijn, A. (author), Kristensen Stranddorf, Liv (author), Birkved, Morten (author), Birgisdottir, Harpa (author)Transitioning to a circular built environment can reduce the environmental impacts, resource consumption and waste generation emanating from buildings. However, there are many options to design circular building components, and limited knowledge on which options lead to the best environmental performance. Few guidelines exist and they build...journal article 2021
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Roschangar, Frank (author), Li, Jun (author), Zhou, Yanyan (author), Aelterman, Wim (author), Borovika, Alina (author), Colberg, Juan (author), Dickson, David P. (author), Gallou, Fabrice (author), Sheldon, R.A. (author)The large and steadily growing demand for medicines combined with their inherent resource-intensive manufacturing necessitates a relentless push for their sustainable production. Pharmaceutical companies are constantly seeking to perform reliable life cycle assessments of their medicinal products and assess the true value of their sustainable...journal article 2021
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Khan, Umara (author), Zevenhoven, Ron (author), Stougie, L. (author), Tveit, Tor Martin (author)The use of Stirling-cycle-based heat pumps in high-temperature applications and waste heat recovery at an industrial scale is of increasing interest due to the promising role in producing thermal energy with zero CO2 emissions. This paper analyzes one such technology as developed by Olvondo Technology and installed at the pharmaceutical company...journal article 2021
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