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  1. 1. Interdependence of resources

    University essay from KTH/Stadsbyggnad

    Author : Maria Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : Sami community; resources; ecologies; nomad; exploited land; reindeer herding; commons;

    Abstract : The demand for natural resources is increasing, leading to more exploitations in northern Sweden. This project is situated in the region of Norrbotten, which is currently undergoing significant transformations due to continued mining activity, energy production, and forestry. READ MORE

  3. 2. What is a “good” forest? : a case study from Nepal to understand local women’s values for people-centred restoration

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

    Author : Tina Jahn; [2023]
    Keywords : people-centred restoration; forest restoration; community-based forest management; community forestry; social inclusion; gender inclusion; equity; livelihood benefits; participation;

    Abstract : Restoration is seen as a key strategy to counteract global issues of the climate crisis, deforestation, and land degradation. However, restoration initiatives are being criticised for failing to consider social and political dimensions, leading to negative effects on ecosystems and people. READ MORE

  4. 3. Strengthening Women’s Decision-Making Power: Examining Local Participation in Forest and Pasture Users’ Associations in Albania

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

    Author : Victoria Johansson; [2021]
    Keywords : Women’s Empowerment; Community Based Forestry; Participation; Decision-Making; Agency; Albania; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Efforts to empower Albanian women and strengthen their participation in decision-making in local Forest and Pasture Users’ Associations (FPUAs) have been undertaken by the Environmental Services Project, including implementing the Gender Action Plan. The phenomenon of women’s agency and participation in decision-making in this local setting is examined in this study by answering the following: (I) Who currently holds the majority of decision-making power in FPUAs and why? (II) What factors determine women’s participation and decision-making power in FPUAs? (III) How can women’s participation in and influence on decision-making in FPUAs be enhanced? The data was collected through semi-structured interviews with project implementers and an online survey with FPUA members. READ MORE

  5. 4. Alternativ användning av skogsmark vid Forssjöområdet : ekonomiska konsekvenser vid olika skötselalternativ

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Economics

    Author : Gustav Löwenhielm; [2021]
    Keywords : kommun; kassaflödesanalys nuvärde; tätortsnära skog; cash flow analysis; municipality; net present value; PlanWise;

    Abstract : Katrineholms kommun äger och förvaltar skogsmark inom kommunen, varav 263 hektar utgörs av det så kallade Forssjöområdet. En stor del av skogsinnehavet består av och bedrivs som produktionsskog. Området där skogsinnehavet är lokaliserat erbjuder även goda möjligheter för rekreation och friluftsliv. READ MORE

  6. 5. Nyckelparametrar för en levande landsbygd

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Hanna-Louise Aasen; [2020]
    Keywords : landsbygd; landsbygdsutveckling; urbanisering; ruralisering; avfolkning; resiliens; klimatförändringar; jordbruk;

    Abstract : Denna uppsats behandlar frågan om levande landsbygd, där människor bor och trivs i hela landet, samt vilka förutsättningar gjort att så idag inte är fallet i Sverige. Upptäckten av fossila energislag har förändrat den mänskliga civilisationen på många sätt, inte minst genom förändrade produktionssätt inom framställningen av livsmedel och skogsråvara samt fabriksproduktionen av varor. READ MORE