A Comparative Life Cycle Assessment of Single-Use Fibre Drums Versus Reusable Steel Drums

被引：16
作者：
Raugei, Marco [1 ]
Fullana-i-Palmer, Pere [1 ]
Puig, Rita [2 ]
Torres, Alejo [3 ]
机构：
[1] Univ Pompeu Fabra, ESCI, Environm Management Res Grp, GiGa, Barcelona 08003, Spain
[2] Univ Politecn Cataluna, Escola Univ Engn Igualada, GIR, Igualada 08700, Spain
[3] Grp Uriach, Environm Hlth & Safety Dept, Barcelona 08184, Spain
来源：
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE | 2009年 / 22卷 / 08期
关键词：
LCA; packaging; transport; single-use; reuse; INVENTORY;
D O I：
10.1002/pts.865
中图分类号：
T [工业技术];
学科分类号：
08 ;
摘要：
This paper deals with a comparative analysis of two different packaging and transport scenarios, which exemplifies the implications of choosing between single-use and reusable packaging. In particular, transport of a batch of chemicals by means of disposable fibre drums versus reusable steel drums is investigated from a life cycle perspective, and the associated environmental impact in terms of global warming potential, acidification potential, gross energy requirement and solid waste generation is assessed. Results prove beyond reasonable doubt that even in the case of durable packaging containers requiring the use of comparatively energy-intensive materials for their production, the reuse scenario is characterized by lower environmental impact indicators across the board, and as such is the most advisable and environmentally sound option. Copyright (C) 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
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页码：443 / 450
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