Nowadays there is a growing concern in the treatment of solid medical waste due to the
increase in waste generation that has been accelerated by the pandemic. This accentuated …

This study provides a comprehensive view of the research field of construction and
demolition waste (CDW) management in the circular economy based on a literature review …

Purpose This systematic literature review investigates the contribution of design thinking
(DT) as a process and tool to drive innovation in a sustainable built environment (SBE) and …

Economic growth has traditionally been linked to road freight transport demand, leading to a
steady rise in social and environmental impacts. Concern about this problem has caused the …

Sustainable product development requires integrating eco-and open innovation. Traditional
Design Thinking (DT), while effective for iterative product improvement, often lacks the …

This study presents the development of a modular parasitic patch antenna using 3D printing
and the Design Thinking (DT) methodology. The antenna structure, manufactured with …

The design of new products is now influenced by shifting consumer demands and
technological advancements. Products must satisfy high-quality standards and have a low …

The COVID-19 pandemic caused a surge in hospital waste (HW), posing an urgent public
and environmental health challenge. Although a safe HW disposal method, high …

Context: The definition and prioritization of indicators is now a common reality and an
integral part of the evolution of the strategic, technical and business processes of any …

In light of the challenges required by the European Green Deal policies concerning the
achievement of climate neutrality by 2050, this paper analyses the suitability of different …