Manuel Barros
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Manuel Barros has a total of 6 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- André Ribeiro
University of Minho
1 shared publication - Carla Castro
F3M—Information Systems, S.A., 4715-435 Braga, Portugal
1 shared publication - Cândida Vilarinho
University of Minho
1 shared publication - Joana Carvalho
CVR—Centre for Waste Valorisation, University of Minho, 4800042 Guimarães, Portugal
1 shared publication - Margarida Soares
Universidade do Minho
1 shared publication - Tomás Vasconcelos
Síntese Binária—Engenharia e Sistemas de Informação, Lda., 4730-575 Vila Verde, Portugal
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 19 July 2023
- Published by MDPI AG in Sustainability
- Vol. 15 (14) , 11235
Challenges of Digital Waste Marketplace—The Upvalue Platform
Waste management is a major challenge for contemporary societies, requiring urgent attention since population growth combined with widespread consumerism and industrialization has led to an alarming increase in waste production. To avoid harmful environmental impacts and the misuse of resources, it is urgent to combat this scourge. A potential solution involves the creation of industrial symbioses, characterized by the practical application of circular economy principles. The use of collaborative platforms is a possible way to promote industrial symbiosis. Addressing these pressing concerns and responding to these challenges, the Upcycle4Biz project envisions establishing a digital platform called Upvalue, conceived as a marketplace where companies can exchange waste and by-products. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the challenges and benefits associated with the development of this innovative platform, as well as a presentation of the platform itself.
- 19 July 2023
- Published by MDPI AG in Sustainability
- Vol. 15 (14) , 11235
Open AccessChallenges of Digital Waste Marketplace—The Upvalue Platform
Waste management is a major challenge for contemporary societies, requiring urgent attention since population growth combined with widespread consumerism and industrialization has led to an alarming increase in waste production. To avoid harmful environmental impacts and the misuse of resources, it is urgent to combat this scourge. A potential solution involves the creation of industrial symbioses, characterized by the practical application of circular economy principles. The use of collaborative platforms is a possible way to promote industrial symbiosis. Addressing these pressing concerns and responding to these challenges, the Upcycle4Biz project envisions establishing a digital platform called Upvalue, conceived as a marketplace where companies can exchange waste and by-products. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the challenges and benefits associated with the development of this innovative platform, as well as a presentation of the platform itself.