Essays about: "Mariana"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 47 essays containing the word Mariana.

  1. 6. The Role of Technology in Humanitarian Accountability : Analysis of Social Listening Role During the COVID-19 Response

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Mariana Palavra; [2023]
    Keywords : AAP; accountability; technology; social listening; humanitarian response;

    Abstract : During recent public health emergencies, such as COVID-19 pandemic, the spread of over, false and misinformation in social media, resulted in an exponential use of digital social listening methodologies- in summary defined as collection and analysis of voices, concerns and/or perceptions expressed by individuals and communities- as part of the humanitarian response.  This raises the question on how those social listening findings are being used and influence emergency responses, while also addressing affected people’s needs and concerns, as part of the Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) mandate- an obligation of every organisation on the ground to place people affected by crisis at the centre of humanitarian action and promote respect for their human rights. READ MORE

  3. 7. Forecasting and¨Optimization Models for Integrated PV-ESS Systems: : A Case Study at KTH Live-In Lab

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Mariana Flor Lopes; [2023]
    Keywords : Photovoltaic-Energy Storage System; Artificial Neural Networks; Self-Consumption; Linear Optimization; Cost Reduction; Solfångare-energilagringssystem; artificiella neurala nätverk; självkonsumtion; linjär optimering; kostnadsminskning;

    Abstract : With the ever-increasing adoption of renewable energy sources, the seamless integration of PV systems into existing grids becomes imperative. Therefore, this study investigates the integration of a PV-ESS system into sustainable urban living. READ MORE

  4. 8. Comparison of native and introduced tree species in a range from low to high productivity sites in southern Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

    Author : Gailene Brazaityte; [2023]
    Keywords : introduced tree species; low productivity sites; moderate productivity sites; high productivity sites; Picea abies; Pinus sylvestris; Betula pendula; Picea glauca; Picea mariana; Picea sitchensis; Pinus contorta; Pseudotsuga menziesii; Abies grandis; Populus balsamifera; Larix x eurolepis; Populus tremula × Populus tremuloides;

    Abstract : The dilemma of climate change, biodiversity conservation and economic efficiency in nowadays forestry leads us to search for the new solutions. Introduction of non-native tree species becomes a more frequently explored field as a solution for the future problems. READ MORE

  5. 9. God, homeland, and those who had the right to neither: An overview of private property laws and human capital accumulation during dictatorial colonial rule in Angola

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Mariana Martins Cardoso; [2022]
    Keywords : Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Human Capital is deemed as an imperative factor for economic growth, however, it is argued the extent of this interrelation. Acemoglu, Gallego and Robinson (2014) claim that the institutional framework of a nation, in specificthose of private property are deemed as pivotal for a nation’s development. READ MORE

  6. 10. Greening practices in Swedish municipal planning : A comprehensive analysis of Upplands Väsby’s Detailed Development Plans

    University essay from KTH/Urbana och regionala studier

    Author : Mariana Laterrade; [2022]
    Keywords : Planning; Ecosystem services; Green infrastructure; Nature-based solutions Green and blue elements and structures; Stockholm County; Detailed Development Plans; Upplands Väsby; Planering; Ekosystemtjänster; Grön infrastruktur; Naturbaserade lösningar Gröna och blå element och strukturer; Stockholms län; Detaljplaner; Upplands Väsby;

    Abstract : Increasing urbanization is pressing and degrading our ecosystems and compromising future generations. This scenario is expected to worsen unless significant action is scaled up. At the same time, the urban areas have the opportunity to be part of the solution, leading to a more resilient and sustainable future. READ MORE