Browsing by Subject "Food waste"
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Effect of Manures on Food Waste Degradation in Biocell
(2016-11-30)Proper disposal of food waste is a challenge due to adverse effect on the environment through generation of excessive leachate and greenhouse gas (CH4). After food loss through the food supply chain, the food waste ends ... -
EVALUATION OF FOOD WASTE DIVERSION POTENTIAL AND ECONOMICS OF USING FOOD WASTE DEHYDRATORS
(2016-08-12)According to US EPA (2013), food waste is the second largest component (14.6%) of MSW composition in the US, preceded only by paper. Apart from the negative environmental impacts of food waste through methane and leachate ... -
MATHEMATICAL MODELING APPROACHES IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SUPPLY CHAINS
(2020-05-19)Access to high quality and safe food is vital for sustainable development in societies. Perishable foods lose a major portion of their quality after harvesting until the consumption point due to poor storage and distribution ... -
A Multi-Objective Model for Sustainable Perishable Food Distribution Considering the Impact of Temperature on Vehicle Emissions and Product Shelf Life
(MDPI, 2020-08-18)**Please note that the full text is embargoed** ABSTRACT: The food distribution process is responsible for significant quality loss in perishable products. However, preserving quality is costly and consumes a tremendous ... -
OPTIMIZATION AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF HOUSEHOLD ANAEROBIC DIGESTER
(2022-12-19)Globally, one-third of food produced for human consumption is wasted. The waste stream of developing countries constitutes a substantial amount of food waste. In addition to contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, food ...