Essays about: "Backcasting from principles"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 25 essays containing the words Backcasting from principles.

  1. 1. The Role of Small-Scale Photovoltaics in Transitioning to a Sustainable Energy System : Shining a light on Austria and Sweden

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för strategisk hållbar utveckling

    Author : Johannes Meusburger; Ekaterina Trofimova; Annefleur Muller; [2023]
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    Abstract : To tackle the global sustainability challenge, the energy system needs to transition towards a sustainable system, since it is responsible for two-thirds of global greenhouse gas emissions. To reduce emissions researchers urged for a 100% renewable based energy system, in which photovoltaic (PV) energy production is seen as a key component. READ MORE

  3. 2. Sustainable Service Innovation : A Case Study at Radisson Blu Waterfront

    University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Christopher Akinboyewa; [2020]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Service Innovation; Hotel Industry; Sustainable Development Goals; Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development.  ;

    Abstract : The aim of this study was to examine key attributes of sustainable service innovation (SSI) in the hotel industry. The research has used backcasting from sustainable principles and a few frameworks for strategic sustainable development (FSSD) concepts. READ MORE

  4. 3. NURTURING ORGANIZATIONAL RESILIENCE? : The Impact of Strategic Sustainable Development on the Adaptive Capacity of Organizations

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för strategisk hållbar utveckling

    Author : Patrizzia Rocha; Ellen Decoodt; Sophie Charrois; [2020]
    Keywords : Organizations; Adaptive Capacity; Resilience; Social Systems; Strategic Sustainable Development; Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development;

    Abstract : This research explores how strategic sustainable development (SSD) using theFramework for Strategic Sustainable Development (FSSD) might influence the resilience oforganizations, using the lens of adaptive capacity (AC). The topic was addressed by researchinghow practices informed by the FSSD are experienced in relation to fostering organizations’ AC. READ MORE

  5. 4. Investigating structural obstacles for social sustainability in mining-induced resettlements : The case of Kalumbila in Zambia

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Josefine Sjöberg; [2019]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development; Social Sustainability; Resettlement; Mining; Zambia;

    Abstract : Mining-induced resettlements, and local impacts from mining activities, are often associated with a variety of negative outcomes. At the same time, there is a notable growth of ethical guidelines for businesses and an increasing incorporation of international best practices within corporate operations. READ MORE

  6. 5. Sustainable Forestry? : A Sustainability Analysis of the Swedish Forest Sector Applying 'Backcasting from Sustainability Principles' as the Methodology

    University essay from KTH/Miljöstrategisk analys (fms)

    Author : Victoria Ronge; [2017]
    Keywords : Framework for Strategic Sustainability; Sustainability Principles; Backcasting from principles; Backcasting from scenarios; Swedish Forest Sector; Clear-cutting; Continuous Cover Forestry; Environmental Objectives; UN Sustainable Development Goals; National Forest Program; Ramverket för strategisk hållbar utveckling; Hållbarhetsprinciper; Backcasting från principer; Backcasting från scenarier; Svenska skogssektorn; Kalhuggning; Trakthyggesbruk; Kontinuitetsskogsbruk; Hyggesfritt skogsbruk; Svenska miljömålen; FNs Hållbarhetsmål; Nationella skogsprogrammet;

    Abstract : Forests are key providers of terrestrial ecosystem services such as climate regulation, water purification, natural pest control, habitats for biodiversity, as well as different forms of wood based materials and food. Nevertheless forests are dangerously exposed to great pressures from various kinds of societal activities. READ MORE