Essays about: "Niche Innovations"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 31 essays containing the words Niche Innovations.

  1. 21. Transitioning Transport Space : Understanding the barriers to realising the cycling project Radbahn in Berlin

    University essay from KTH/Urbana och regionala studier

    Author : Annika Rieke Schmidt; [2018]
    Keywords : transport; transition; multi-level perspective; Radbahn; cycling; niche-innovation; Berlin; traffic-related impacts  ;

    Abstract : Global, as well as local environmental problems, demand a transition of the current fossil-fuel dependent transport system. On the urban level, the bicycle as a sustainable transport mode is gaining importance, as in Berlin. To what extent Berlin is facing a transition of its transport system is discussed in this thesis. READ MORE

  3. 22. BREAD AND BEER FOR A BETTER BIOSPHERE : THE TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL OF THE ECO-GASTRONOMIC NICHE IN THE GREATER CAPE TOWN AREA

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

    Author : Elke Markey; [2017]
    Keywords : Cape Town; eco-gastronomy; sustainable food consumption;

    Abstract : Modern food systems are characterized by unsustainable models of mono-production and industrialization. These dominant practices lead to social and environmental negative externalities such as poor health outcomes, environmental degradation and biodiversity loss. READ MORE

  4. 23. Towards a neutral North : identifying factors that drive a municipality to actively propel a low carbon transition : a case study of Akureyri, Iceland

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Rakel Kristjansdottir; [2017]
    Keywords : political support; green image; change agents; agency; urban transition; sustainability science; community connection; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Lowering global carbon emission is one of the most pressing issues of our time. A rising interest in the role of cities in lowering emissions has been detected. Although urban areas are active entities in the production of carbon emissions they are also potential hubs for designing and implementing solutions. READ MORE

  5. 24. Barriers to Innovation Diffusion for Social Robotics Start-ups : And Methods of Crossing the Chasm

    University essay from KTH/Industriell Marknadsföring och Entreprenörskap

    Author : Christopher Wood; [2017]
    Keywords : Crossing the Chasm; Diffusion; Innovation; Social Robotics; Technology Adoption;

    Abstract : Social robots and artificial intelligence are radical innovations at the cutting edge of technology. Touted as the fourth industrial revolution, the future is looking bright for social robotics, and for the markets which can benefit from this technology. READ MORE

  6. 25. The Marketing of Robo-Advisory - A study of the marketing implications in automated investment services

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

    Author : Joel Jansson; Maja Larsdotter; [2016]
    Keywords : Automated investment services; Innovation adoption; Service innovation marketing; Value proposition; Prior knowledge;

    Abstract : Automated investment services is an emerging service niche within the consumer finance industry and is expected to have a significant impact on the industry structure. This innovative service is challenging multiple of the established characteristics of service marketing theory and existing conventions within the consumer finance industry. READ MORE