Essays about: "effects of development on biodiversity"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 94 essays containing the words effects of development on biodiversity.

1. 1. Grönblå skyfallshantering : en fallstudie om skyfallsskydd för befintliga byggnader i Stockholm

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Sandra Andersson; Frida Helander; [2023]
   Keywords : skyfall; skyfallskartering; urban dagvattenhantering; grönblå infrastruktur; översvämning; SCALGO Live;

   Abstract : På senare år har skyfall skapat översvämningar globalt, och mer frekvent i Sverige än tidigare. Dessa översvämningar har orsakat stora skador på hus och infrastruktur. Det har blivit viktigare att skapa klimatresilienta städer och det händer mycket inom området. READ MORE

3. 2. Animating Biodiversity : Using Motion Graphic Design to Increase Biodiversity Awareness

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap

   Author : Elsa Sörensen; [2023]
   Keywords : Design; Research Through Design; Motion Graphics; Biodiversity; Gardening;

   Abstract : The protection and preservation of biodiversity, a term that encompasses all living organisms on Earth, is becoming an exceedingly important topic as we are losing species at an alarming speed. Inspired by the UN conference, COP15, on biodiversity, this project seeks to engage and educate audiences about the importance of biodiversity conservation in the context of gardening, in close cooperation with two local gardening-related organisations based in Norrköping, Sweden. READ MORE

4. 3. Wetland restoration on Öland : a short-term evaluation of vascular plant community composition after topsoil removal and reinstated grazing

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Ecology

   Author : Marta Holmlund; [2023]
   Keywords : wetland restoration; vegetation; biodiversity; topsoil removal; Ellenberg indicator values;

   Abstract : Wetlands are recognized as important types of ecosystems, inhabiting rich biodiversity and performing multiple ecosystem services. However, many have been lost because of anthropogenic activities and a majority of the remaining wetland habitats are in bad conditions, displaying both loss of functionality and biodiversity. READ MORE

5. 4. Tourism in Protected Areas : A Study of National Parks as Arenas for Sustainable Nature-Based Tourism

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Tove Brynteson; [2023]
   Keywords : National Parks; Nature-Based Tourism; Protected Areas; Sustainable Development; Sustainable Tourism; Tourism Management;

   Abstract : Nature-based tourism (NBT) can be explained as a form of tourism that takes place in some kind of natural area outside one's home. NBT has been one of the fastest-growing forms of tourism worldwide and is believed to continue to grow in the future as well. READ MORE

6. 5. Digging Deeper: Exploring Roads to Inclusive Development Through Mine Closure Policy and Practices in the Dominican Republic

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Bianca Terrero Vega; [2023]
   Keywords : mine closure; inclusive development; mineral governance; community engagement; energy transition metals; just transitions.; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Mining operations have significant environmental and social impacts, including ecosystem fragmentation, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social issues such as low wages and unsafe working conditions. Despite these negative effects, mining plays a crucial role in the transition to low-carbon technologies and the demand for energy transition minerals is expected to surge. READ MORE