DSpace Community:http://195.117.226.27:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/1042026-02-24T15:22:14Z2026-02-24T15:22:14ZAssessment of the Possibility of Implementing a Circular Economy by Environmental Evaluating the Life Cycle of Products Derived from Bulky Municipal WasteGenerowicz, AgnieszkaGronba-Chyła, AnnaGodula, PiotrKulczycka, JoannaLewandowska, AnnaDorosz, AnetaCiuła, JózefKwaśnicki, Pawełhttp://195.117.226.27:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8512025-10-15T13:38:46Z2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTytuł: Assessment of the Possibility of Implementing a Circular Economy by Environmental Evaluating the Life Cycle of Products Derived from Bulky Municipal Waste
Authors: Generowicz, Agnieszka; Gronba-Chyła, Anna; Godula, Piotr; Kulczycka, Joanna; Lewandowska, Anna; Dorosz, Aneta; Ciuła, Józef; Kwaśnicki, Paweł
Abstract: Current wood waste recycling processes need to be improved to prioritize ma-
terial recovery over energy recovery by cascading the use of wood waste and limiting as
much as possible non-recyclable batches that may contain even partially highly contam-
inated grade C wood and/or Medium Density Fiberboard. In the presented research, a
life cycle assessment has been carried out for a new product recovered from bulky waste.
The Environmental Footprint 3.1 (adapted) method has been used to assess the potential
environmental impact. The results may support a quality assessment of new products
undertaken from the perspective of the circular economy and environmental management
in the waste sector. The study aimed at the identification of environmental hotspots in the
life cycle of the secondary wooden blocks (from cradle to market analysis). Bulky waste
was subjected to recovery and recycling processes (a laboratory scale), and by adding starch
and water a new product was obtained. The study has demonstrated that the production
of blocks has the greatest impact on the life cycle in the following categories: Resource use,
fossils (24%), Climate change (23.9%), Eutrophication, freshwater (13.3%), and Resource
use, minerals and metals (11.8%). This is due to the high electricity consumption of electric-
ity by equipment and machinery used for the processing of waste and the fabrication of
the blocks.2025-01-01T00:00:00ZRecycling of Sewage Sludge in Poland – Environmental Aspects and Risks Related to Its Management in a Circular EconomyCiuła, JózefWiewiórska, IwonaPotok, HalinaBabiarz, Anetahttp://195.117.226.27:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8502025-10-15T13:21:33Z2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTytuł: Recycling of Sewage Sludge in Poland – Environmental Aspects and Risks Related to Its Management in a Circular Economy
Authors: Ciuła, Józef; Wiewiórska, Iwona; Potok, Halina; Babiarz, Aneta
Abstract: Sewage sludge generated in the process of household and industrial wastewater treatment plants should be
utilized in line with the principles of sustainable development, taking into account the processes that are an inherent
part of the circular economy. The research conducted for this paper has shown that, on average, in Poland between 2019
and 2023, over a million sewage sludge deposits were created; 57% of these were household and 43% were industrial
sewage sludge. The generated sewage sludge is processed in four major processes, covering its use: in agriculture
(56.09%), thermal processing (20.62%), storage (17.5%), and compost production (4.72%). The analysis of technical
and environmental aspects has demonstrated that the available technologies are sufficient to utilize sewage sludge in
accordance with the principle of a circular economy, utilizing state-of-the-art technologies. On the other hand, the heavy
metals contained in sewage sludge pose a potential threat to human health if the sludge is not properly managed and
safety rules are not adhered to in waste management. The research results form a basis for discussion, focusing on both
the quality and quantity aspects, leading to the optimization of methods for utilizing sewage sludge in thermal, organic,
or material recycling processes to increase the recycling rate of sewage sludge in Poland2025-01-01T00:00:00ZMicro- and Nanoplastics in the Environment: Current State of Research, Sources of Origin, Health Risks, and Regulations—A Comprehensive ReviewKochanek AnnaGrąz, KatarzynaPotok, HalinaGronba-Chyła, AnnaKwaśny, JustynaWiewiórska, IwonaCiuła, JózefBasta, EmiliaŁapiński, Jacekhttp://195.117.226.27:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8482025-09-26T12:53:08Z2025-01-01T00:00:00ZTytuł: Micro- and Nanoplastics in the Environment: Current State of Research, Sources of Origin, Health Risks, and Regulations—A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Kochanek Anna; Grąz, Katarzyna; Potok, Halina; Gronba-Chyła, Anna; Kwaśny, Justyna; Wiewiórska, Iwona; Ciuła, Józef; Basta, Emilia; Łapiński, Jacek
Abstract: Small-particle-produced goods, such as those used in industry, medicine, cosmetics, paints,
abrasives, and plastic pellets or powders, are the main sources of microplastics. It is also
possible to mention tire recycling granules here. Larger components break down in the
environment to generate secondary microplastics. Microplastics, or particles smaller than
5 mm, and nanoplastics, or particles smaller than 1 μm, are the products of degradation and,
in particular, disintegration processes that occur in nature as a result of several physical,
chemical, and biological variables. Polypropylene, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC),
polystyrene, polyurethane, and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) are among the chemicals
included in this contamination in decreasing order of quantity. Micro- and nanoplastics
have been detected in the air, water, and soil, confirming their ubiquitous presence in
natural environments. Their widespread distribution poses significant threats to human
health, including oxidative stress, inflammation, cellular damage, and potential carcino-
genic effects. The aim of this article is to review the current literature on the occurrence
of micro- and nanoplastics in various environmental compartments and to analyze the
associated health consequences. The article also discusses existing legal regulations and
highlights the urgent need for intensified research into the toxicological mechanisms of
microplastics and the development of more effective strategies for their mitigation.2025-01-01T00:00:00ZThe efficiency of vehicle fleet management using the example of a company transporting a T60 mediumKochanek, AnnaPlata, Karolhttp://195.117.226.27:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/8262025-02-27T16:11:24Z2024-01-01T00:00:00ZTytuł: The efficiency of vehicle fleet management using the example of a company transporting a T60 medium
Authors: Kochanek, Anna; Plata, Karol
Abstract: The transport of hazardous substances is an integral part of today's society. Nearly 90% of dangerous
goods are transported by road in Poland. Due to the lack of a nationwide monitoring system, based on the electronic
transmission of data related to the transport of this cargo, it is extremely important to comply with transport
safety rules right from loading. In order to improve the efficiency of the fleet, it is important to implement monitoring
at each stage of the transport of hazardous materials. In the case of the transport of dangerous goods, monitoring
is one of the elements that minimise the consequences of accidents by, among other things, pinpointing the exact
location of the vehicle, checking the vehicle's route and the driver's compliance with traffic regulations and working
time limits. The aim of this study is to present the concept of effective truck fleet management. The hypothesis
of the thesis identifies areas through which the efficiency of fleet management can be improved, using the
example of a company transporting a medium T60.; Transport substancji niebezpiecznych jest integralną częścią dzisiejszego społeczeństwa. Blisko 90%
towarów niebezpiecznych przewożonych jest w Polsce transportem drogowym. Ze względu na brak ogólnokrajowego
systemu monitoringu, opartego na elektronicznej transmisji danych związanych z przewozem tego ładunku,
niezwykle istotne jest przestrzeganie zasad bezpieczeństwa transportu już od załadunku. W celu poprawy efektywności
floty istotne jest wdrażanie monitoringu na każdym etapie przewozu materiałów niebezpiecznych. W przypadku
transportu towarów niebezpiecznych, monitoring jest jednym z elementów minimalizujących skutki wypadków,
m.in. poprzez dokładne określenie lokalizacji pojazdu, sprawdzenie trasy przejazdu pojazdu oraz przestrzegania
przez kierowcę przepisów ruchu drogowego i czasu pracy. Celem pracy jest przedstawienie koncepcji efektywnego
zarządzania flotą samochodów ciężarowych. Postawiona hipoteza w pracy określa obszary dzięki, którym
można zwiększyć efektywności zarządzania flotą pojazdów na przykładzie firmy transportującej medium T60.2024-01-01T00:00:00Z