Essays about: "social and environmental issues"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 715 essays containing the words social and environmental issues.

1. 1. Sustainable consumption in a consumer society. A study of sustainable consumption policy in Sweden 1992–2022.

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för arkeologi och antik historia

   Author : Marie Karlsson; [2024]
   Keywords : Sustainable consumption; Consumer society; Consumer policy; Environmental policy; Policy analysis; Hållbar konsumtion; konsumtionssamhälle; konsumentpolitik; miljöpolitik; policyanalys;

   Abstract : This thesis explores how the topic of sustainable consumption has been discussed in Swedish policy-making between 1992–2022 by analysing policy documents including government official reports, government bills and government communications. The aim of the thesis is to understand how consumption has been discussed and problematised from a sustainability perspective in Sweden over time. READ MORE

3. 2. Sustainable Finance: A case study of Swedish Banks' engagement in Sustainable Development Goals

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi; Lunds universitet/LUMID International Master programme in applied International Development and Management

   Author : Felicien Come Rukundo; [2024]
   Keywords : Sustainable finance; Sustainable Development Goals; Agenda 2030; Paris Agreement; Need; Creed; Greed; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Sustainable finance incorporates actions and policies for economic development, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. The development of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the United Nations became a guide for the transformation towards sustainability and social inclusion. READ MORE

4. 3. #ReFashionNow: Investigating the Nexus Between Corporate Social Responsibility Discourse and the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Frida Månsson; [2024]
   Keywords : Textile industry; Corporate social responsibility; European Union; Critical frame analysis; Discourse; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the intertwining of corporate social responsibility (CSR) discourse and the European Union's strategy for sustainable and circular textiles through a single case study and critical frame analysis (CFA). By doing this, concurring discourse between corporations and the institutions aimed at governing them can be problematised. READ MORE

5. 4. Catching waves for sustainability? Investigating action oriented ESD for young surfers

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för didaktik och pedagogisk profession

   Author : Daja Malin Salge; [2023-10-12]
   Keywords : Surfing; Action Competence in Sustainability Education; Pro-Environmental Action; Participatory Action Research;

   Abstract : Aim: As the surf lifestyle and industry are touching environmental, social and economic sustainability issues, this research aims to investigate action oriented ESD in an institution that is offering surfing activities, to explore and improve educational pathways that contribute to the promotion of sustainable action among surfers. Theory: For reaching this aim, theoretical approaches regarding pro-environmental actions are considered, and thus the corresponding educational framework of Action Competence is embedded as a central theoretical component, to plan, implement and evaluate an ESD program. READ MORE

6. 5. DOES RESOURCE DEPENDENCE MATTER? A consideration of artisanal fishing in the relationship between democracy and marine health

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Mercedes del Signo del Rio; [2023-06-20]
   Keywords : democracy; fisheries; resource dependence; artisanal fishing;

   Abstract : This paper examines the interplay between democracy, artisanal fishing, dependence on marine resources, and the health of marine ecosystems. The focus on artisanal fishing opportunities examines how local organization can affect the status of fisheries. READ MORE