Increasing Consumer Awareness Research Articles

Assessing Energy Potential and Chemical Composition of Food Waste Thermodynamic Conversion Products: A Literature Review

This study examines the considerable volume of food waste generated annually in Slovenia, which amounted to over 143,000 tons in 2020. The analysis shows that 40% of food waste consists of edible parts, highlighting the potential for reduction through increased consumer awareness and attitudes towards food consumption. The study shows that the consumption phase contributes the most to waste food (46%), followed by primary production (25%) and processing/manufacture (24%). The study addresses various thermodynamic processes, in particular, thermal conversion methods, such as torrefaction pyrolysis and hydrothermal carbonization, which optimize energy potential by reducing the atomic ratio (H/C) and (O/C), thereby increasing calorific value and facilitating the production of solid fuels. The main results show the effectiveness of torrefaction, pyrolysis and hydrothermal carbonization (HTC) in increasing the energy potential of food waste.

Environmentally Friendly Strategies for Recycling Agricultural Waste to Produce Renewable Energy: A Case Study of Durian Fruit

The increasing need for harvests, resources, and facilities is associated with significant biowaste production from agricultural processes. Although the waste is nutrient-rich, it may become refinement lands for ailment-triggering bacteria when not managed correctly. The waste can be transformed into raw materials for valuable crops or sources of environmentally friendly energy. Therefore, this study examined agricultural waste management strategies as Indonesia's sustainable renewable energy source. SWOT and TOPSIS methods were used to identify the optimal approach for advancing renewable energy in Riau Province, while multiple respondents participated in identifying critical criteria and evaluating each option. The results showed that based on SWOT analysis, the Strength–Opportunity (SO) factor favored using agricultural waste for renewable energy in Indonesia. Furthermore, TOPSIS analysis indicated that Alternative A2 (Bioethanol) had the most significant distance among the alternatives, with a weight of 0.825. Future studies are needed to provide more accurate results and improve the current understanding regarding the evolution of renewable energy in Indonesia. Additionally, in-depth investigations should prioritize increased consumer awareness of renewable consumption, higher producer productivity, and strengthened policies.

The shift from fast fashion to socially and sustainable fast fashion: The pivotal role of ethical consideration of consumer intentions to purchase Zara

AbstractFast fashion, a prominent sector in global business, has come under scrutiny for its substantial clothing production and the resulting social and environmental impacts. A social and sustainable orientation in fast fashion is gaining traction with increased consumer awareness, prompting a shift in manufacturing practices. This paper, using a combination of qualitative (content analysis) and quantitative (survey) approaches, focuses on Zara and applies Stakeholder theory to confirm the positive impact of adopting social and sustainable initiatives on clients' purchase intentions. Our findings also underscore the significance of keeping stakeholders informed about the sustainable and corporate social responsibility initiatives undertaken by a brand.

Energy Management Systems’ Modeling and Optimization in Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Optimization studies for the energy management systems of hybrid electric powertrains have critical importance as an effective measure for vehicle manufacturers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption due to increasingly stringent emission regulations in the automotive industry, strict fuel economy legislation, continuously rising oil prices, and increasing consumer awareness of global warming and environmental pollution. In this study, firstly, the mathematical model of the powertrain and the rule-based energy management system of the vehicle with a power-split hybrid electric vehicle configuration are developed in the Matlab/Simulink environment and verified with real test data from the vehicle dynamometer for the UDDS drive cycle. In this way, a realistic virtual test platform has been developed where the simulation results of the energy management systems based on discrete dynamic programming and Pontryagin’s minimum principle optimization can be used to train the artificial neural network-based energy management algorithms for hybrid electric vehicles. The average fuel consumption in relation to the break specific fuel consumption of the internal combustion engine and the total electrical energy consumption of the battery in relation to the operating efficiency of the electrical machines, obtained by comparing the simulation results at the initial battery charging conditions of the vehicle using different driving cycles, will be analyzed and the advantages of the different energy management techniques used will be evaluated.

Implementation of Consumer Personal Data Protection in Ecommerce from the Perspective of Law No. 27 of 2022

This research aims to analyze the implementation of the Personal Data Protection Law (PDP Law) No. 27 of 2022 in the e-commerce sector in Indonesia, with a focus on consumer data protection. The method used is normative juridical, focusing on analyzing relevant documents and regulations to outline the legal framework and its application in e-commerce practices. Sources of legal materials include laws and regulations, academic literature, and interviews with legal experts and e-commerce practitioners. The results show that e-commerce companies have made significant adjustments to comply with the PDP Law, including improved privacy policies and investments in data security technologies. However, challenges to the full implementation of the PDP Law remain, particularly regarding consumers' and companies' awareness and understanding of the rights and obligations stipulated in the PDP Law. While there has been an increase in consumer trust in e-commerce platforms, increasing consumer awareness and active participation in the protection of their data still requires further efforts. The implication of this study is that the PDP Law No. 27 of 2022 has provided a stronger and more comprehensive legal framework for consumer data protection in Indonesia's e-commerce sector. However, to maximize the effectiveness of this law, a concerted effort is needed between regulators, the e-commerce industry, and the wider public to improve education and awareness of personal data protection, as well as ongoing adjustments to data management practices by e-commerce companies.

Development of Gluten-Free Bread from Brown Rice-Potato Starch Composite Flour Incorporated with Red Seaweed Kappaphycus alvarezii powder

Gluten free diets and lifestyles are rapidly increasing in popularity mainly due to the increase in consumer awareness about gluten related disorders and gluten intolerances. With increasing demand, the food industry strives to develop new food products that are gluten-free and able to be consumed by those who suffer from these conditions. The objective of this study was to develop a gluten-free bread from brown rice-potato starch composite flour incorporated with red seaweed Kappaphycus alvarezii (KA) powder. KA powder, ranging from 2% to 10%, was added, and the physical properties of the gluten- free bread were assessed. Sensory evaluation was conducted using two methods, the descriptive and hedonic tests. The amount of seaweed significantly (p<0.05) influenced the loaf volume, with F5 (10%), the highest concentration of seaweed, having the highest reduction of volume of 15.38% compared to the control F0 (without seaweed). With increasing seaweed concentration, the brightness and yellowness of each bread decreased. The texture profiles of KA-incorporated bread formulations were also affected with the firmness of bread being the most significant change. The descriptive test showed that F5 (10%) had the highest intensity of seaweed effect which affected the colour, texture, aroma, taste and aftertaste of the bread. The hedonic test showed that the most acceptable formulation was F1 (2%). From these formulations, the best formulation F1 (2%) was chosen for further nutrient analysis where it was compared to the control (without seaweed). It was shown that F1 had significantly (p<0.05) higher moisture, ash, fat, and dietary fibre content, but lower carbohydrate and protein content compared to F0 (without seaweed). In conclusion, the formulation of gluten-free KA- incorporated brown rice-potato starch bread had an impact on the bread texture, colour, volume, and nutrient content.

The Effect of Environmental Education, Consumer Awareness, and Environmentally Friendly Practices on Plastic Waste Reduction in Indonesia

Plastic waste pollution poses a significant environmental challenge in urban areas, including Indonesia. This study investigates the impact of environmental education, consumer awareness, and environmentally friendly practices on plastic waste reduction in Indonesia using a quantitative approach. A structured survey questionnaire was administered to a sample of Indonesia, and data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Squares (PLS) regression. The results indicate that environmental education, consumer awareness, and environmentally friendly practices have a significant positive effect on plastic waste reduction. Specifically, higher levels of environmental education, increased consumer awareness of plastic pollution, and the adoption of environmentally friendly practices are associated with greater reductions in plastic waste. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions and collaborative efforts to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship in urban environments facing plastic waste challenges.

The use of digital content in increasing consumer awareness and interest towards electric bicycles

In efforts to promote environmentally friendly products like electric bicycles, digital marketing strategies continue to evolve to meet the informational and persuasive needs of potential consumers. This study aims to investigate the impact of digital content usage on increasing consumer awareness and interest in electric bicycles. The research method employed is a literature review, searching for related literature. The findings indicate that creative, educational, and interactive visual content plays a significant role in building brand awareness and driving consumer interest. A multi-platform strategy that utilizes social media, blogs, and email marketing has proven effective in reaching a broader target audience. Additionally, personalized content, the use of influencers, and interactive dialogue between the brand and consumers can enhance engagement and the likelihood of conversion. This research provides insights into best practices in digital marketing for sustainable products, offering strategic recommendations for electric bicycle industry players, and suggests directions for further research in digital marketing dynamics.

PENENTUAN STRATEGI PEMASARAN HASIL TEMBAKAU DI TENGAH NAIKNYA TARIF CUKAI DAN PEREDARAN ROKOK ILEGAL

The tobacco products industry in Indonesia is facing two big challenges: increasing excise rates and the circulation of illegal cigarettes. An increase in excise rates increases cigarette prices and can reduce demand. On the other hand, illegal cigarettes offer cheaper prices and are competitors to legal products. CV Gagak Hitam is a cigarette company that was founded in 2004 and is still running the tobacco products industry in the form of hand-rolled kretek cigarettes (SKT) and machine-made kretek cigarettes (SKM) amidst rising excise rates and the circulation of illegal cigarettes. This research focuses on determining marketing strategies for tobacco products at CV. Black Crow uses SWOT analysis. The analysis results show that CV. Black Crow has several strengths, such as a strong brand, wide distribution network, and consumer loyalty. However, CV Gagak Hitam also has several weaknesses, such as high prices and a negative image of tobacco products related to health. Opportunities that can be utilized by CV. Black Crow is increasing public awareness of health and the development of digital technology. The threats facing this industry are increasing excise rates, the circulation of illegal cigarettes, and increasingly stringent government regulations. Marketing strategies that can be implemented by CV. Gagak Hitam in the midst of this situation is developing innovative products at competitive prices, strengthening brand image and increasing consumer awareness, utilizing digital technology to reach consumers and increase marketing efficiency, as well as working with the government to overcome the circulation of illegal cigarettes. Keywords: tobacco products; excise rates; illegal cigarettes; marketing strategy swot analysis.

New biologically active ionic liquids with benzethonium cation-efficient SAR inducers and antimicrobial agents.

An urgent need to find new methods for crop protection remains open due to the withdrawal from the market of the most toxic pesticides and increasing consumer awareness. One of the alternatives that can be used in modern agriculture is the use of bifunctional compounds whose actions towards plant protection are wider than those of conventional pesticides. In this study, we present the investigation of the biological efficacy of nine dual-functional salts containing a systemic acquired resistance (SAR)-inducing anion and the benzethonium cation. A significant result of the presented study is the discovery of the SAR induction activity of benzethonium chloride, which was previously reported only as an antimicrobial agent. Moreover, the concept of dual functionality was proven, as the application of presented compounds in a given concentrations resulted both in the control of human and plant bacteria species and induction of SAR. The strategy presented in this article shows the capabilities of derivatization of common biologically active compounds into their ionic derivatives to obtain bifunctional salts. This approach may be an example of the design of potential new compounds for modern agriculture. It provides plants with two complementary actions allowing to provide efficient protection to plants, if one mode of action is ineffective. © 2024 Society of Chemical Industry.

Sustainable Farming and Soil Health Enhancement through Millet Cultivation: A Review

Historically integral to Indian agriculture, millets are experiencing resurgence, driven by their adaptability to harsh climatic conditions and minimal resource requirements. The article explores the significant benefits of millets in soil nutrient management, demonstrating their ability to thrive in nutrient-poor soils while contributing to soil fertility through organic matter addition and improved soil structure. The integration of millets in crop rotation and intercropping systems is highlighted as a sustainable practice that enhances soil biodiversity and reduces the reliance on chemical inputs. A key environmental benefit of millet cultivation is its low water requirement and drought resistance, crucial in water-scarce regions, making it a strategic crop for adapting to climate change. Also examines the socio-economic impacts of millet cultivation. In rural areas, millets play a vital role in livelihoods by providing a sustainable food source and income generation, particularly in marginal environments. However, challenges in market accessibility and supply chain inefficiencies pose significant hurdles. Increasing consumer awareness and acceptance of millets, once considered traditional or 'poor man’s food', is critical for reviving their cultivation. This is complemented by emerging research and technologies in millet cultivation, focused on developing improved varieties and precision agriculture techniques tailored to the needs of millet farming. The potential for scaling up millet cultivation is immense, particularly in regions facing environmental constraints. The article emphasizes the integration of millets into global sustainable farming strategies, aligning with several Sustainable Development Goals. This integration is supported by international organizations advocating for millets in agricultural policies and programs. In conclusion, the review underscores the importance of millets in the context of global food security and sustainable agriculture. The growing importance of millets backed by research, policy support, and market trends, positions them as a key crop in the quest for a sustainable and resilient agricultural future.

Pigment Production Using Submerged Fermentation

There has been a continuous increase in consumer awareness regarding the availability of natural, sustainable, biodegradable options in all sectors, including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, painting, printing inks, etc [...]

Consumer preferences and willingness to pay for safe pork products in rural Kenya

Designing interventions to support the safe development of rapidly growing livestock value chains in sub-Saharan Africa requires a clear understanding of consumer demands. This study aimed to determine purchase patterns, consumers' preferences, and willingness to pay for safe pork attributes; specifically, the presence of a veterinary inspection stamp and the cleanliness of the butchery.A discrete choice experiment-based survey was used to investigate the purchasing behavior of 401 pork consumers: 253 buying raw pork for household consumption, and 148 buying cooked pork for out-of-home consumption. The study findings indicate that the average quantity of pork purchased by consumers was approximately 0.4 Kg per transaction, with the majority of consumers making several purchases per week.The average price per Kg of pork was KES 310 (Approx. 2.60 USD) at the time of the study. Data from the choice experiment showed that consumers were willing to pay a price premium of KES 245 (Approx. 2.1 USD) and KES 164 (Approx. 1.4 USD) per Kg for evidence of better veterinary meat inspection and higher butchery hygiene respectively; further, these were the two most important attributes they considered while making a pork purchase decision.These findings highlight the potential to leverage consumers' willingness to pay to improve the food safety within pork value chains in this context. Investing to increase consumer awareness on food safety issues should be considered to generate an effective market demand, especially in rural areas with relatively lower literacy levels.

The green mindset: how consumers’ attitudes, intentions, and concerns shape their purchase decisions

Purpose. The goal of the present investigation is to find out what effect environmental concern has as a moderator between green brand positioning, green brand knowledge, social value, and perspective on the green brand among young consumers. Design/methodology/approach. Information was gathered from 407 Bangladeshi university students, both public and private. The suggested model was evaluated with the assistance of SPSS version AMOS-24, using the Structural equation Modeling (SEM) method. Findings. According to the standardized path coefficients of the SEM, the findings suggest that environmental concerns have a great deal to do with young people’s green purchasing intentions. According to the results, ‘green brand positioning’ (GBP) and ‘green brand knowledge’ (GBK), directly and indirectly via ‘Attitude towards Green Brand’ (ATGB) affect ‘Green Purchasing Intention’ (GPI). But ‘social value’ (SV) and ATGB are indirectly important factors in determining intent to buy environmentally friendly products and have no direct effect on GPI. Here, as a moderator, ‘environmental concern’ (EC) plays a vital role. Practical implications. These insights may help companies better comprehend how customers view environmentally responsible products as well as what factors influence their purchase decisions. Additionally, it is essential for businesses to appreciate the significance of educating people about environmental issues in order to increase consumer awareness and encourage more sustainable consumption habits. Originality and value. The study’s findings might be quite instructive to firms and businesses and motivate young people to make environmentally friendly purchases. One of the first studies of its kind, its findings are extremely valuable for companies seeking to understand their customers’ perspectives on green brands because they may shed light on how environmental concerns can moderate consumer behavior when it comes to purchasing environmentally friendly products.

PERAN BUZZER MEDIA SOSIAL INSTAGRAM DALAM MEMBENTUK BRAND PRODUK SUSU ALLESGUT

Social media in the last decade has become a channel that greatly influences all sectors of public life. It allows companies to see what topics are being discussed, what customers want in certain products on social media. The rapid dissemination of product information makes it easy for a brand to be known by Instagram social media users. On Instagram, there are many ways to promote products such as the Instagram Buzzer. The message delivered by buzzers on Instagram is done by combining captions with photos that are interesting and appropriate to the product being promoted. The buzzer's language style is also adapted to each character and is not given specific guidelines or formats. The research entitled "The Role of Instagram Social Media Buzzers in Building the Allesgut Milk Product Brand" used qualitative research methods. This type of research used descriptive research. Descriptive research was used to collect information about the research subject and tried to describe all the circumstances during the research. The results of this research explain that buzzers must meet the category of social media users who already understand the context, the effectiveness of communication, and how to build collaboration and develop connections, in line with the 4C theory. From the perspective of PT. Selaras Husada, buzzers are the right actors on social media who will be able to increase consumer awareness about Allesgut milk products and sales concepts. Buzzers can build awareness of Allesgut milk products among followers.

Penerapan Strategi Packaging Dan Sales Promotion Pada Usaha Dezato Brownie

This research aims to examine the application of modern packaging and sales promotion strategies in the dezato brownie business. The method used is a case study with a qualitative approach. data was collected through observation, interviews and analysis of related documents. The research results show that the implementation of packaging and sales promotion strategies has had a positive impact on the development of the dezato brownie business. The use of attractive and functional packaging has succeeded in increasing the attractiveness of the product and expanding the market. Apart from that, creative and effective sales promotions can increase consumer awareness and speed up the purchasing process. The practical implication of this research is the importance of adopting modern strategies in packaging products and implementing innovative sales promotions to increase the competitiveness and growth of culinary businesses.

Quality assessment of flax advanced breeding lines varying in seed coat color and their potential use in the food and industrial applications

BackgroundWith the increasing consumer awareness of the strong relationship between food and health, flax became a promising functional food due to its bioactive nutraceutical composition. Intra-specific crosses of eight contrasting flax genotypes were performed previously, and within segregating F6 progeny families, we investigated a close-up composition of phytochemicals derived from whole seeds.ResultsThe considerable genetic variation among the flax F6 families suggested that intra-specific hybridization is essential in flax breeding to obtain and broaden genetic variability and largely affirmed the opportunity for selecting promising lines. Also, significant variations in the targeted metabolite contents and antioxidant properties were observed among brown and yellow-seeded families. Notably, brown-seeded families expressed the highest average values of saturated fatty acids, protein, fiber, tocopherol, phenolics, SDG, and SECO lignans. Yellow-seeded families represented the highest average content of unsaturated fatty acids and mucilage. The cultivation year significantly affects flaxseed’s composition and functional properties, presumably due to temperature, humidity, and sunshine time differences. Interestingly, the seeds obtained in warmer conditions were more potent and had more chemical constituents. The favorable genetic correlations among all evaluated traits suggest the possibility of joint genetic selection for several nutritional and phytochemical characteristics in flax. The current study highlights the importance and utilization of 19 top families as their seeds and oil play imperative roles in the pharmaceuticals and food industries. The antioxidant capacity of the seeds showed that families 84B, 23B, 35Y, 95Y, 30B, 88B, and 78B serve as a natural source of dietary antioxidants beneficial to human health. To increase the oxidative stability of the flaxseed oil, the quality evaluation identified some families with low levels of linolenic acid.ConclusionsThese findings are essential to improving flaxseed’s nutritional quality and therapeutic properties through a bulk breeding program.

Sosialisasi Halal untuk Pengajuan Sertifikasi Halal Self Declare dan Peningkatan Kesadaran Konsumen terhadap Produk Halal

Halal certification is a Recognition of the halal status of a product issued by the Halal Product Guarantee Organizing Agency (BPJPH) based on halal regulations (written halal fatwa) issued by the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI). Activities to socialize halal certification and increase consumer awareness of halal products were carried out at SMKN Ngambon, Bojonegoro. This activity was carried out based on the pie susu product developed by SMKN Ngambon and requiring halal certification. Apart from that, it is important to socialize halal products to the nation's young generation. The socialization method used is an lecture and interactive discussion method by displaying presentation slides containing material. Participants in the socialization activities were vocational school students aged 15-20 years. Halal certification outreach activities at SMKN Ngambon Bojonegoro provide insight into halal products in daily life. This activity also increases awareness of the importance of halal certification for food products circulating around. Participants' ignorance of halal products.

Legal Protection For Consumers In Electronic Transactions

The development of e-commerce transactions also provides opportunities and challenges for consumers. The opportunity for consumers is that they can easily and quickly get the goods or services they need. However, the challenge for consumers is the risk of fraud or violation of consumer rights in e-commerce transactions. The aim of this research is to determine legal protection regulations and their implementation for consumers in e-commerce transactions in Indonesia. This research uses legal research methods with a normative juridical approach. The data collection technique in this research is literature study. The data that has been collected is then analyzed qualitatively by understanding and interpreting the data in depth. The research results show that aspects of legal protection for consumers in buying and selling transactions via electronic media are regulated in several laws, namely Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection, Law Number 7 of 2014 concerning Trade, and Law Number 19 of 2016 concerning Changes. Implementation of this Law is carried out through several steps, including the establishment of special regulations detailing consumer rights and obligations in electronic transactions. Apart from that, implementation also involves active law enforcement to deal with violations of consumer protection provisions as well as efforts to increase consumer awareness through various education and information programs.

A sustainable dynamic optimization model of pricing and advertising in the presence of green innovation investment

Due to the increasing greenhouse effect and global warming, ecological and environmental protection issues are growing tremendously. The Paris Agreement and other international agreements have been enacted to slow down the increase in carbon emissions to prevent it from degrading the ecosystem. With the increasing consumer awareness of environmental protection and environmental regulatory pressures, firms must integrate carbon emissions concerns into decision-making. This paper analyzes a joint dynamic pricing, green innovation investment, and advertising model under the cap-and-price mechanism. The demand rate is multiplicatively related to the selling price and goodwill. The profit-maximizing problem is considered over an infinite horizon. Specifically, we assume that the stock of goodwill grows with green innovation and advertising efforts but depreciates by a constant proportion each period. Numerous theoretical results have been established to expand our comprehension of the problem. Moreover, we present several explications corresponding to these structural properties, characterizing the effects of critical parameters on optimal decisions. Finally, some numerical illustrations and explanations of the concepts of sensitivity analysis are presented to obtain managerial insights, followed by concluding remarks and future research.