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  1. 1. Skogslekplatsen : ett idéförslag för en lekmiljö i Hammarbyskogen

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

    Author : Rebecca Eurenius; [2024]
    Keywords : Lekmiljö; naturlek; landskapsarkitektur; temalekplats;

    Abstract : Med förtätning av städer riskerar grönområden att minska i storlek och antal. Det kan leda till sämre förutsättningar för barns lek, vilket kan påverka deras hälsa och utveckling negativt. Att vistas eller leka i naturen har visats sig ha flera positiva effekter. READ MORE

  3. 2. Insuring the Future: Managing Risks and Disruptions within the Insurance Value Chain - A multiple case study on the commercial insurance industry

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Ezabella Kwok; Sarah Pramle; [2023-07-19]
    Keywords : Risk; Risk Management; Commercial Insurance; Insurance Value Chain; Global Disruption; Covid-19 Pandemic;

    Abstract : Globalization has resulted in the fragmentation of business activities and participation in cross-border networks, giving rise to Global Value Chains, thus increasing vulnerability to risks and disruptions. While there is existing research on risk management in tangible product production within GVCs, there is a scarcity of literature on risk management in service industries, particularly on the Insurance Value Chain. READ MORE

  4. 3. Design of a 2-D Lattice Flower Constellation for Earth observation applying the twin satellite concept

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Julia Martín-Fuertes Brañas; [2023]
    Keywords : 2D Lattice Flower Constellation design; number of satellites; number of planes; revisit time; coverage; optimized constellation; target list; twin satellite concept; FreeFlyer; 2D Lattice Flower Constellation design; antal satelliter; antal plan; återbesökstid; täckning; optimerad konstellation; mållista; tvilling-satellit-koncept; FreeFlyer;

    Abstract : Events such as forest fires or floods are a danger to our Earth’s environment and the people living in it. The sooner they can be detected, the less damage they can cause. An idea arises: use satellites to monitor the Earth and relay information to prevention and rescue organizations in a very short time, regardless of accessibility from ground. READ MORE

  5. 4. Nature Experiences and Education for Sustainability in Physical Education and Teacher Education : Environmental Identities of PE Teachers in Sweden and Switzerland

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen Idrottsvetenskap (IDV)

    Author : Valerie Jacot; [2023]
    Keywords : Environmental Identity; Environmental Sustainability; Physical Education; Physical Education Teacher Education; Physical Education Teachers; Education for Sustainability; Transformative Learning Theory;

    Abstract : Sport, as a human activity, contributes to the changes happening in the natural environment, making the sport sector a responsible actor for sustainable development. Experiences in nature can raise awareness about our natural environment and possibly influence pro-environmental behaviour and our identities. READ MORE

  6. 5. Flame retardant treated wood : An investigation into phytic acid and its ability to act as a flame retardant agent

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Byggkonstruktion och brand

    Author : Mattias Ström; Herman Paulusson; [2023]
    Keywords : Flame-retardant; Phytic acid; Wood;

    Abstract : Flame-retardant coatings have been serving their purpose since the romans ruled Europe. These products have been developed through the years, by mixing and synthetizing solutions, which have resulted in effective, although questionable, products due to their impact on the environment and our health. READ MORE