Optimization Strategies of Phase Change Materials Applied in Fruit Cold Chain: Apples Transportation of Freshippo

The current fruit cold chain in China faces problems such as low coverage of cold chain services, high turnover losses, and waste of resources. It has been found that novel temperature control technologies using phase change materials (PCM) can be applied to fruit cold chains but have not yet been widely adopted. This study attempts to predict the effectiveness of PCM in the two main stages of cold chain storage and transport based on real case scenarios. By assessing the economic, environmental, and social benefits achieved, this study examines whether PCM has practical value in optimizing the fruit cold chain for sustainable development. In this more detailed version, the study delves into the application of PCM technology in the fruit cold chain and its economic, environmental and social impacts. It presents additional case studies and theoretical discussions to provide more in-depth thinking and guidance for the sustainable development of the cold chain industry.