Essays about: "Global Goals"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 619 essays containing the words Global Goals.

1. 21. Sustainability performance and market risk. A study of the banking sector

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

   Author : Arvid Särkiniemi; Oskar Lindman; [2023]
   Keywords : risk; market risk; sustainability performance; corporate management; bank management; CSR; panel data; parametric VaR; non-parametric VaR; CVaR; VaR; Historical simulation; bank sector; the financial sector; ESG; financial performance.;

   Abstract : The financial crisis of 2007-2008 highlighted the societal impacts of bank risk-taking. A strong focus on maximizing profits for shareholders combined with a disregard for, and  underestimation of risks led to the downfall of large banks such as Lehman Brothers and multiple other banks getting bailed out by several governments and other banks. READ MORE

3. 22. Fighting fire with fire? : An exploration of the relationship between nonviolence and sustainability

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

   Author : Linnea Johansson Vodusek; [2023]
   Keywords : Nonviolence; Sustainability; Development; Agenda 2030; Sustainable Development Goals; Galtung; Ecocentrism; Gandhi; structural violence; cultural violence; peace; future generations; conflicts; global warming; globalization; knowledge; cooperation and environment;

   Abstract : This study aims at exploring the connections between nonviolence and sustainability in two cases. The relationship between nonviolence and sustainability is identified and discussed in light of the theories on nonviolence of Johan Galtung and theories of the ethical framework of ecocentrism. READ MORE

4. 23. Resilience-building interventions in A refugee camp : A qualitative study  on the circumstances and interventions that promotes children's mental well-being in the context of a refugee camp

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för socialt arbete

   Author : Ahmadullah Hakimy; [2023]
   Keywords : Refugee Children; refugee Camp; Al Zaatari refugee camp; Resilience-building interventions; Jordan;

   Abstract : Abstract      Refugee children living in refugee camps are a vulnerable population at a high risk of developing mental health problems, behavioural issues, and being exposed to violence or trauma. However, not all children that experience these stressors of displacement develop negative outcomes. READ MORE

5. 24. Downscaling the Doughnut Economics Model - Employing a Global Model at the Enterprise Level: A case study of Proton Group and Apotea AB

   University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

   Author : Jad Hmeidi; Adrian Ryberg; [2023]
   Keywords : Doughnut Economics; Planetary Boundaries; Safe and Just Space for Humanity; Sustainable Development Goals; Downscaling; Sustainability Journey;

   Abstract : In a rapidly changing world, sustainability is becoming more and more of a priority for organizations. This paper evaluates the possibility of using the Doughnut Economics Model (DEM) as a tool to implement sustainability within an organization on the firm-level, highlighting the potential opportunities and limitations that it poses. READ MORE

6. 25. Status Mapping of tank to grave management of Low-GWP refrigerants.

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Sandra Parra Gimeno; [2023]
   Keywords : Refrigerant; Blends; Synthetic low-GWP refrigerant; Natural refrigerant; Global Warming Potential GWP ; Tank-to-grave; Interviews.; Köldmedier; Blandning; Globalt uppvärmningspotential GWP ; Låg-GWP köldmedier; Naturligt köldmedier; installation till destruktion; Intervjuer.;

   Abstract : Refrigeration plays a vital role today in various residential, commercial, and industrial processes, requiring refrigerants to facilitate the cooling or heating processes. Over time, refrigerants have undergone significant changes to meet technological, social, environmental, and economic needs. READ MORE