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1. Bridging space syntax and social capital : a participatory approach to analysing the potential of Light Rail Transit to reconfigure spatialised social segregation in Gottsunda
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural DevelopmentAbstract : The geographic separation of population groups can perpetuate social inequalities in reaching socio-economic opportunity and can exacerbate social exclusivity. Gottsunda, an area in Uppsala, has experienced historically reinforced spatialised social segregation by concentrating groups with foreign-born and low socio-economic backgrounds within the same neighbourhood. READ MORE
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2. Flexible Sector Coupling (FSC) of Electrical and Thermal Sectors via Thermal Energy Storage (TES) : A Case Study on Oskarshamn Energi
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : The integration of distributed energy sources and systems is of high relevance for the transition towards a more sustainable energy system. Taking into consideration the amount of emissions produced by the heating sector, which account for at least half of the energy demand in buildings, district heating systems have the potential to play a key role in the transition, by enabling the integration of various energy sources and provide flexible energy services to the grid. READ MORE
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3. The application of financial analysis in business modelling : A case study of a public fast-charging station for electric heavy-duty vehicles in Sweden
University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomiAbstract : Background: Climate changes and global warming call for behaviour changes from mankind and for new business models to introduce sustainable innovations. Financial analysis plays an important role in guiding the choice of these business models. READ MORE
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4. Nourishing Campus Lives : A Human-Centered Exploration of Drivers of Student Nutrition Behaviour for Innovative Interventions in Fiji
University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)Abstract : Non-communicable disease (NCD) rates, like diabetes, in Fiji are among the highest globally. Given that poor nutrition behaviours increase one’s risk for developing NCDs later in life, it is critical to address this early on. READ MORE
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5. The Impact of Board Gender Diversity on Firm Capital Structure: A Quantitative Study on S&P 500 firms
University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionenAbstract : Purpose: The objective of this study is to determine whether or not board gender diversity influences the capital structures of S&P 500 firms. This is done based on the premise of female risk aversion and conventional capital structure and agency issues theories. READ MORE