Essays about: "sustainable lifestyles"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 76 essays containing the words sustainable lifestyles.

  1. 1. Imagining and Enacting Desirable Futures : A Study of French Eco-Communities

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

    Author : Hélène Clouet; [2023]
    Keywords : Eco-communities; imaginaries; transformative change; local change; desirable futures; Écolieux;

    Abstract : This thesis departs from the assumption that the current socio-ecological crises require new and alternative imaginaries as well as lifestyle changes. Following a qualitative research method, seven semi-structured interviews were conducted with eco-community members and analysed thematically to determine their motivations, values and beliefs, and search for a potential common imaginary. READ MORE

  3. 2. A VR carbon emissions calculator game to encourage sustainable lifestyle

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

    Author : Hongyi Luo; [2023]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : The aim of this study is to introduce the design and implementation process of a Virtual Reality (VR) carbon emissions calculator game, with the goal of educating and encouraging participation in carbon offsetting activities. The objective of the game is to increase users' awareness of carbon footprints and environmental protection, and motivate them to adopt sustainable behaviors. READ MORE

  4. 3. Car Use: An Analysis of Motorists’ Transport Decision-Making

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Simone Pastori; [2023]
    Keywords : Business and Economics;

    Abstract : The deep-seated role of private vehicles in our lifestyles limits the pursuit of sustainable urban development from an economic, social, and environmental standpoint. As such, this qualitative study aims to identify and explain the determinants behind the car phenomenon. READ MORE

  5. 4. ‘Enacting change for a different future’ : An exploration of the practices and lifestyle of the new green wave

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Sociologiska institutionen

    Author : Anny Mattsson; [2023]
    Keywords : New green wave; lifestyle change; self-sustainability; sustainable development; social practice theory;

    Abstract : This thesis departs from an understanding that humanity stands on the cusp of a global crisis, caused to a large degree by the lifestyle choices of humans. Therefore, posing the argument that it is changes in human action, behaviour and lifestyles that are needed to ensure that the development doesn’t continue on its current path. READ MORE

  6. 5. Leisure, well-being, and sustainable lifestyles : A study to explore relationships between leisure activities and global warming potential in Sweden.

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för byggnadsteknik, energisystem och miljövetenskap

    Author : Anna Högberg; Beatrice Guardini; [2023]
    Keywords : Well-being; sustainable lifestyle; leisure activities; global warming potential;

    Abstract : Studies show that leisure activities can contribute significantly to people’s well-being. Still, theycan also impact the environment in several ways as they contribute to greenhouse gas emissionsrelated to different factors. READ MORE