Essays about: "Conservative sector"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 36 essays containing the words Conservative sector.

  1. 1. The new Italian take on food sovereignty : a discourse analysis of food sovereignty in different contexts

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

    Author : Diana Gafur; [2024]
    Keywords : food sovereignty; discourse theory; discourse analysis; chain of equivalence; nodal point; La Via Campesina; Italian Government; sustainability;

    Abstract : This research is investigating the Italian Government’s use of the food sovereignty discourse. This study aims to gain a deeper understanding of the semantic term and how its meaning changes in different contexts. Food sovereignty was originally coined by the “peasant movement” called La Via Campesina. READ MORE

  3. 2. Examining the adoption of blockchain technology in the diamond industry : Benefits and challenges of embracing disruptive innovation in conservative sectors

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för management (MAN)

    Author : Carl Cardone; Anna Zavjalova; [2023]
    Keywords : Conservative sector; diamond industry; disruptive innovation; blockchain technology; technology acceptance;

    Abstract : Industries with conservative mindsets are known for being reluctant toward adoption of new technologies and resistant to change. The diamond business is one of those examples that encounter challenges in implementing disruptive innovations like blockchain technology despite its potential benefits. READ MORE

  4. 3. Marking tags within the construction industry : A qualitative case study of the Swedish construction industry regarding implementing technical standardizations to promote circularity

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

    Author : Markus Eriksson; Casper Norberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Construction industry; Radio frequency identification; Circularity; Attitude; Environment; Socio-technical transition theory; multi-level perspective.;

    Abstract : The construction industry is vital in meeting humanity's infrastructure and essential building needs. However, its current practices contribute significantly to environmental challenges such as global warming, deforestation, and biodiversity loss. The current study points out the need for a more sustainable approach in the construction sector. READ MORE

  5. 4. Blockchain Adoption is an Evolution – not a Revolution: : Advantages and Challenges of Blockchain in Real Estate Transaction in Sweden

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Ludwig Djursén; Theo Björk; [2022]
    Keywords : Blockchain; real estate; transaction; information asymmetry; blockchain implementation; residential real estate; smart contract; tokenization; Blockchain; fastigheter; transaktion; informationsasymmetri; blockchain-implementering; bostadsfastigheter; smart kontrakt; tokenisering;

    Abstract : The real estate sector has a large impact on the economy and a significant impact on financialmarket stability. Several unique features characterize the real estate market assets; these arestable cash flow, a stable demand, and low volatility, contributing to the underlying value. READ MORE

  6. 5. Comparing the Effects of Flexibility Options on Conventional and Low-temperature District Heating Networks : Studying the potential of the next generation of district energy systems

    University essay from KTH/Energiteknik

    Author : Mario Nithyanathan; [2022]
    Keywords : District heating DH ; low-temperature district heating LTDH ; 4GDH; Flexibility; Thermal energy storage TES ; Optimization; Modelling; Fjärrvärme; Låg-temperatur fjärrvärme; 4GDH; Flexibilitet; Termisk energilagring TES ; Optimering; Modellering;

    Abstract : District heating (DH) systems have been commonplace in Europe for over a century. These systems have undergone an evolution since their conceiving, and today we are at the precipice of the next major transition from the third-generation district heating system (3GDH) to the fourth generation (4GDH). READ MORE