Essays about: "EIA study"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 48 essays containing the words EIA study.

  1. 1. Strengthening Ecological Connectivity : An exploratory study on establishing ecologicalcorridors in Frösön, Sweden

    University essay from Mittuniversitetet/Institutionen för ekoteknik- och hållbart byggande

    Author : Sarah Rhode; [2022]
    Keywords : ecological connectivity; urban development; corridors; circuit theory; Circuitscape; environmental impact assessment;

    Abstract : The growing demand for urban areas has been a driving force for extensive changes to landscape. Thisrequires more focus on finding a balance between promoting urban development, and conservingbiodiversity in urban areas. READ MORE

  3. 2. Offshore Wind Energy Permitting Processes in the European Union : An examination of Danish, German, Scottish and Swedish offshore permitting processes and case study of acoustic impact on marine mammals

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi

    Author : Truce Major Jack; [2022]
    Keywords : Permitting process; wind power; offshore wind power; acoustic impact; environmental impact assessment; marine mammals; physical planning; ecology; offshore; EIA; environmental management; juridiska förutsättningar; permit; tillstånd; tillståndsprocess; vindkraft; miljöledning; ekologi; energisystem; miljövetenskap; påverkan; bedömning; marin däggdjur;

    Abstract : The permitting process is an integral part of the successful expansion of offshore wind and renewable energy in the European Union. Many permit process studies, to date, have focused on limited methods and criteria and have been a comparison of two countries. READ MORE

  4. 3. Bidding on the Future: A Comparative Analysis of Offshore Wind Auctions in the UK and the Netherlands

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Arjun Kanumarath; [2022]
    Keywords : UK; Netherlands; auction systems; design elements; assessment criteria; offshore wind;

    Abstract : Auction systems have been around for a long time now, and they are proving to be a good support instrument to promote renewable energy technologies in most parts of the world. The key feature of an auction is its design flexibility, real price discovery through competition, transparency and greater certainty for investors and policymakers to achieve high-level targets. READ MORE

  5. 4. A review of the use of scientific knowledge in environmental impact assessment reports for dam construction.

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Memory Kamoyo; [2020]
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    Abstract : It is estimated that 3,700 major dams are either planned or under construction, notably in developing countries. Dams can pose a threat to fish diversity, as one of the biggest impacts of damming is habitat fragmentation. READ MORE

  6. 5. Winter Activity Park : A feasibility study of the implementation in Södertälje municipality

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Agnes Gemvik; [2020]
    Keywords : Winter Activity Park; artificial snow; physical activity; feasibility; Vinterparkleken; tillverkad snö; fysisk aktivitet; genomförbarhet;

    Abstract : Today there is a growing issue of physical inactiveness, especially during the winter period, leading to various health issues. The new-found concept of a Winter Activity Park can be a possible solution for Swedish municipalities, as a means to increase spontaneous physical activity, and improve public health, during the winter season. READ MORE