Essays about: "CO2 emissions"

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1. 6. How to improve customer satisfaction with customer surveys and lean for retail

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Nahia Bilbao Gato; [2023-07-18]
   Keywords : lean for retail; customer satisfaction;

   Abstract : Introduction: This dissertation project is based on a collaboration between the author and Volvo Trucks Europe. To answer the research question of How to improve customer satisfaction with customer surveys and lean for retail? This study describes a qualitative study of improving customer satisfaction with lean for retail in the Volvo Trucks dealership network, specifically in the Northern European Market. READ MORE

3. 7. The Drivers of Decoupling: The Influence of Political factors on CO2 Emissions using a two-way fixed effect approach

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Emilia Akbary; Daniella Söderling; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : Fixed effects; Political indicators; Carbon emissions; Environmental Kuznets Curve; Decoupling; Sustainable Development;

   Abstract : The fight against climate change and the subsequent discussions about sustainable growth have been ongoing for decades. While multiple countries have successfully achieved sustainable growth, which is described as decoupling in the literature, it is still unanswered which factors are the key driving forces. READ MORE

4. 8. Profitability During a Sustainability Transformation - A Case Study of a Swedish Petroleum and Biofuel Company

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Michael Crona; Filip Linnér; [2023-02-27]
   Keywords : This report examines the financial profitability of a petroleum and biofuel company during their sustainability transformation. The case company is Preem AB; the largest fuel company in Sweden. The study finds that debt-to-equity ratios tend to increase with investments in more sustainable solutions. This could propose a higher financial risk to the firm. The report also proposes and discuss the use of metrics for CO2- emission that are easier to understand than just the weight of the gas emitted. Preem does not seem to benefit from being part of the European Union’s Emissions Trading System ETS ; since their green investments are focused on reducing emissions in the use phase of their products; not in the production phase; which is what the ETS measures and rewards. The case study is based on an interview with a director at Preem to get an insight to the green investments. Data for financial- and environmental performance are collected from official reports published by Preem.;

   Abstract : This report examines the financial profitability of a petroleum and biofuel company during their sustainability transformation. The case company is Preem AB, the largest fuel company in Sweden. The study finds that debt-to-equity ratios tend to increase with investments in more sustainable solutions. READ MORE

5. 9. A test of the Environmental Kuznets Curve in the Nordic countries

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

   Author : Anthon Kazemi; Nora Laurin; [2023-02-09]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Climate change arising from global warming is an important issue for the global community to resolve for the prospect of a sustainable future. It is therefore crucial to gain understanding in how nations can contain the progression of global warming created by emissions of greenhouse gases. READ MORE

6. 10. Paving the Way to Sustainability: Assessing the Impacts of Carbon Border Tariffs on the Steel Industry

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Claudia Spanier; Kimya Rahmanian Aberouie; [2023]
   Keywords : Carbon border tariffs; CO2 emissions; trade; steel; environmental policy; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This paper seeks to provide insights into the effects of carbon border tariffs and to offer guidance for policymakers. The focus is directed towards the steel sector - a major contributor to carbon dioxide emissions, where production practices vary significantly among countries, leading to differences in pollution levels. READ MORE