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    Environmental Impact of Textile Waste: Implementing A Biodegradable Material for Sustainable Fashion
    (2024-10) Guiglioni, Lautaro; Penon, Marcos
    Abstract: One of the most important and polluting sectors in the present world is the textile industry. This industry has contributed enormously to environmental deterioration and extreme consumerism in recent times. Moreover, the textile industry significantly impacts the environment due to extensive water consumption, chemical pollution, and the generation of non-biodegradable waste. Therefore, addressing these environmental challenges requires exploring sustainable alternatives. To address this, this paper examines the potential of a biodegradable material such as that created by cellulose bacteria (BC) to reduce the environmental footprint of textile production, promoting a circular economy. The aim of this project is to demonstrate the feasibility and advantages of incorporating a biodegradable material into textile manufacturing. In line with this goal, this paper is structured as follows: it first describes the environmental problems associated with conventional textile practices. Then, a biodegradable material as already said, the one created from cellulose bacteria and its applications in textiles are reviewed. Also, case studies of successful implementations are presented, followed by recommendations for integrating this material into conventional textile manufacturing. After this, the viability of this approach is considered. In the final section, strengths and weaknesses of this project are analyzed in detail. Ultimately, the focus on the proposed innovative bacterial cellulose material and improved clothing production and consumption is expected to highlight the important environmental benefits of adopting a biodegradable material, reducing waste and pollution in the textile industry and promoting sustainability and innovation.
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    Improvement in Public Transportation Commuter Services: Optimization and Refurbishment of Bus Stops in Parana City
    (2023-11-28) Guiglioni, Lautaro; Penon, Marcos
    Summary The city of Parana is the capital of Entre Ríos and it is a very large city. For this reason, it has a robust number of inhabitants who need adequate public transportation and bus stops in good condition since they are a key element for a better user experience. However, a large percentage of these are not in their optimal state, which causes different problems such as insecurity, deterioration of belongings or loss of time. This project proposal includes the evaluation of existing stops, and the implementation of sustainable designs and advanced technology, such as solar panels and emergency communication systems. As well as this, the strengths and weaknesses of the proposal are analysed. It is expected that this initiative will not only increase the safety and comfort of users, but also become an environmentally friendly proposal. Despite cost and maintenance challenges, this project is expected to transform the quality of public transportation in Paraná and improve the lives of its inhabitants.