Utilization of Side Streams and Waste PreventionLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: AT00DD27
Credits
5 op
Objective
The student is able to
- identify key side streams in the food system and forest industry, as well as the sources of loss
- analyze the suitability of side streams as raw materials for various low- and high-value-added products
- evaluate the economic benefits of side stream utilization and waste prevention (through profitability calculations) and the environmental benefits (through life cycle assessment).
- design a process or a study for the utilization of a selected side stream