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Thinking Outside the Box

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: To assess the environmental impact of packaging for fresh produce, food waste must be a key consideration. This article highlights the use of life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate sustainable packaging options like paperboard. By focusing on reducing food waste and minimizing environmental impact while preserving food quality, LCA offers a comprehensive approach to packaging design and selection.

Source: Food Science and Technology

DOI: 10.1002/fsat.3804_12.x

Authors: De Ridder, Lore, Nachtergaele, Pieter, Boone, Lieselot, Cadena Martinez, Erasmo, Bugnicourt, Elodie, Apodaca, Luis, Zgheib, Mirna

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405076765

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