Essays about: "Scandinavia"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 431 essays containing the word Scandinavia.

  1. 6. Bioeconomy Strategy effects in Rural Areas : A comparative study of the Alpine region and Inner Scandinavia

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Kulturgeografiska institutionen

    Author : John Sudmeier; [2023]
    Keywords : bioeconomy; sustainability; agri-food; forestry; ecological farming; EU policy; heritage sensitive marketing;

    Abstract : The European Commission Bioeconomy Strategy aims to stimulate an ecologically sustainable economy to mitigate climate change, declining biodiversity, and as an economic and social strategy meant to provide jobs and stimulate growth. The aim of this research project is to understand how the European Commission Bioeconomy Strategy is being interpreted and implemented in two different rural European regions, Inner Scandinavia, and the Alpine region, and based on those findings discuss how a sustainable bioeconomy strategy can be understood primarily in relation to the ecological sustainability goals of decarbonizing the economy and protecting biodiversity. READ MORE

  3. 7. Artisanal Perspectives on Valsgärde : A technical analysis of scabbards

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper (KV)

    Author : Robert Sven Guildford; [2023]
    Keywords : artisanship; crafting; interdisciplinary; Late Iron Age Scandinavia; tacit knowledge;

    Abstract : The scabbards from the Valsgärde boat-graves are fine works of artisanship, the person who made them put many hours of work into them. It is easy to get lost in typologies and books,but one must not forget that some crafts are still being practiced to this day. READ MORE

  4. 8. Eco-Innovation in the Scandinavian and Finnish Furniture Industry: Investigating Drivers, Barriers and The Role of Company Age and Size

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Karolina Masalskaite; [2023]
    Keywords : Product eco-innovation; environmental sustainability; Scandinavian and Finnish furniture industry; drivers and obstacles to eco-innovation; company age and size impact; Business and Economics; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : Thesis Purpose: This study explores the major drivers and barriers to eco-innovation in Scandinavian and Finnish furniture companies, examining the influence of company size and age. The findings benefit stakeholders including businesses, policymakers, professionals, investors, and consumers. READ MORE

  5. 9. EXPLORING THE POTENTIAL OF PERCEPTUAL LIGHT ART TO ENHANCE EXPERIENTIAL RETAIL ENVIRONMENTS

    University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

    Author : Janani Narayanan; [2023]
    Keywords : Experiential retail environment; Immersive experience; Perceptual light art; Skyspace;

    Abstract : The surge in online shopping has resulted in decreased customer presence in brick-and-mortar stores. To attract customers, retailers need to enhance the experiential value of their environments. Lighting plays a crucial role in creating appealing spaces and guiding customers. READ MORE

  6. 10. Kväve och Mikroplast i anlagda våtmarker

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of People and Society

    Author : Anna Wiklund; Lisa Kröss; [2023]
    Keywords : Kväve; mikroplast; sediment; anlagda våtmarker; föroreningar; svavelväte; norden och skåne län; SLU;

    Abstract : De anlagda våtmarkerna genomgår en internationell kris, detta bör tas på allvar annars blir konsekvenserna förödande. De anlagda våtmarkernas syfte är bl. a öka biodiversitet och få en varierande landskap samt kunna kontrollera vattennivåer, föroreningar och näring. Våtmarker fungerar som naturliga reningsverk i naturen. READ MORE