Essays about: "TERRACES"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 34 essays containing the word TERRACES.

  1. 1. The role of bed sediments for fractionation of phosphorus in remediated ditches in Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Soil and Environment

    Author : Emma Ryding; [2022]
    Keywords : Phosphorus fractionation; agricultural stream; sediment; two-stage ditch; eutrophication;

    Abstract : Sweden’s environmental quality objectives “A varied agricultural landscape” and “Zero eutrophication”, aims to ensure food production while reducing negative impact from fertilizers on the environment. The input ceilings of nutrient concentrations in the Baltic Sea are still critical. READ MORE

  3. 2. Reol

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Isak Engström; [2022]
    Keywords : Kvicksund; Folkets Hus; Båtvarv; Betong;

    Abstract : Kvicksund can attract with exceptional proximity to Lake Mälaren with its long shorelines. Even so, access is still beyond the reach of most people. Just to the south of Kvicksundsbron, below the train station and in the heart of the community, I have therefore chosen to place my project. READ MORE

  4. 3. Lärdomar från den forntida ökenstaden Petras dagvattenhanteringssystem

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Emelie Jonsson; [2022]
    Keywords : dagvattenhanteringssystem; rörsystem; dagvatten; torka; översvämning; Nabaté; wadi; vattenhanteringsstrategi;

    Abstract : Enligt SMHI kommer Sverige att utsättas för mer extrema perioder av torka och mer frekventa översvämningar på grund av högre, i genomsnitt, årliga temperaturer. Svenska dagvattensystem är redan idag känsliga för dessa väderfenomen (SMHI,2021). READ MORE

  5. 4. The role of bed sediments for sorption of phosphorus in remediated ditches in Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Soil and Environment

    Author : Linus Holgersson; [2022]
    Keywords : Phosphorus; Two-stage ditch; Equilibrium phosphate concentration; Phosphorus retention; Eutrophication; Soluble reactive phosphorus;

    Abstract : Human activities have increased nutrient losses to agricultural ditches and streams, including phosphorus. Phosphorus leakage leads to a worsening of water quality in downstream ecosystems, including lakes and seas. In addition, higher phosphorus concentrations lead to eutrophication, which negatively affects aquatic systems. READ MORE

  6. 5. Balco(n)vid-19 : The use and the importance of balconies before and during the COVID-19 pandemic

    University essay from KTH/Urbana och regionala studier

    Author : Michaela Loukia Litsardaki; [2021]
    Keywords : balconies; coronavirus; pandemic; public space; collective initiatives;

    Abstract : To mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic, unthinkable restrictions and measures were enforced. In a few weeks’ time, the greatest part of the global population went under strict lockdown policies. In this new reality, Italians took advantage of their balconies and started engaging in collective actions of communal and national solidarity. READ MORE