Essays about: "cost sustainability"

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1. 1. Potential and Limitations of the Sketch Map Tool in the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

   Author : Kimon Letzner; [2024]
   Keywords : Disaster risk reduction; Participatory action research; Community risk mapping; International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement; Colombia; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : In disaster risk management, participatory mapping (PM) closes spatial data gaps in communities by integrating local risk knowledge. The thesis examined the potential and limitations of the Sketch Map Tool (SMT) as a PM tool for community-based disaster risk reduction (DRR) through an International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement case study. READ MORE

3. 2. Navigating the Intersection: Cost Reduction and Sustainability in Logistics Strategies

   University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Redovisning, Marknadsföring, SCM, Informatik och Rättsvetenskap

   Author : Huong Kerensa Bäckström; [2024]
   Keywords : cost cutting; sustainability;

   Abstract : Background:           Cost reduction in logistics is crucial for improving profitability and achieving continuous sustainability improvement. Companies aim to maintain margins through cost reduction strategies in logistics yet staying sustainable in competitive markets. READ MORE

4. 3. Elite Athletes’ Travel Behaviour to/from Sport Events : A Case Study of Biathlon

   University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekonomi, geografi, juridik och turism

   Author : Marie Lerho; [2024]
   Keywords : transportation; sport tourism; elite athletes; environmental sustainability; travel behaviour; public transportation; environmental concern; value-action gap; high-cost situation;

   Abstract : This thesis analyses how elite athletes travel to/from sport events and which barriers prevent them from engaging in a more sustainable travel behaviour. For this purpose, unstructured interviews with elite athletes were conducted to gain an in-depth understanding about travel experiences and decision-making from elite athletes’ perspective. READ MORE

5. 4. Biodiversity Management in the Wind Power Industry - Examining Regulations, Incentives, and Corporate Practices Influencing Swedish Wind Power Companies

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Miljö- och energisystem

   Author : Tove Svegborn; [2024]
   Keywords : Biodiversity Management; Wind Power; Environmental Policy; Corporate Sustainability; Infrastructure Habitats; Nature Positive; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : The world is transitioning towards a renewable energy system to combat climate change and the wind power industry plays a key role in this shift. However, with the expansion of wind power concerns about its impact on local biodiversity have been raised. READ MORE

6. 5. Comparative Study of the Role of Digital Technologies in Implementing Circular Economy Practices in Product-Service Systems (PSS) : An Analysis Across Varying Organizational Scales

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Ajay Surya Gnaneswaran; [2024]
   Keywords : Product Service Systems; PSS; Circular Economy; CE; Digital Technology; DT; Industry 4.0; Circular Strategies; Barriers and Opportunities; Qualitative; Product-tjänste system; PSS; Digitala Teknologier; DT; Cirkulär Ekonomi; CE; Cirkulära Strategier; Industri 4.0; Utmaningar och Möjligheter; Kvalitativ.;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the integration of digital technologies (DT) within Product-Service Systems (PSS) and their role in promoting Circular Economy (CE) practices. Despite increasing recognition of digitalization in industries with PSS offerings, research on DT as a catalyst for CE, especially across organizations of various sizes, remains limited. READ MORE