Essays about: "The UN"

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1. 21. Animating Biodiversity : Using Motion Graphic Design to Increase Biodiversity Awareness

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap

   Author : Elsa Sörensen; [2023]
   Keywords : Design; Research Through Design; Motion Graphics; Biodiversity; Gardening;

   Abstract : The protection and preservation of biodiversity, a term that encompasses all living organisms on Earth, is becoming an exceedingly important topic as we are losing species at an alarming speed. Inspired by the UN conference, COP15, on biodiversity, this project seeks to engage and educate audiences about the importance of biodiversity conservation in the context of gardening, in close cooperation with two local gardening-related organisations based in Norrköping, Sweden. READ MORE

3. 22. Exploring Cross-Cultural Differences in Attitudes Towards SDG12

   University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

   Author : Jessika Melander; Diana Al-Khameesi; [2023]
   Keywords : SDG; Consumer attitude; Cultural values; Hofstede;

   Abstract : Date: 2023/05/30 Level: Master thesis in Business Administration, 15cr Institution: School of Business, Society and Engineering, Mälardalen Authors: Diana Al-Khameesi, Jessika Melander Title: Exploring cross-cultural differences in attitudes towards SDG12  Supervisor: Emre Yldiz Keywords: SDG, Consumer attitude, Cultural values, Hofstede Research question: To what extent individuals’ attitudes towards SDG12 vary across cultures?  Purpose: To what extent the importance of cultural values of individuals has influenced consumer attitude towards SDG12 and what implications this have for the SDGs being marketed as international goals.  Method: A quantitative study; collecting 230 valid responses from individuals across multiple countries. READ MORE

4. 23. Mitigation of supply chain uncertainties caused by material shortage : A case study with Loccioni

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

   Author : Juliane Wloch; [2023]
   Keywords : Supply chain risk management; supply disruption management; semiconductor shortage; Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises;

   Abstract : The ongoing semiconductor shortage impacts organizations throughout the supply chain operationally and financially. Limited material for a sudden increase in demand during the Covid-19 pandemic led to a heightened supplier power and result in the prioritization of customers. READ MORE

5. 24. Improving the thermal climate of schools in semi-desert climate : A case study of solutions in La Guajira, Colombia

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknik

   Author : Michael Johansson; [2023]
   Keywords : Solar chimney; Thermal comfort; Classrooms; School; La Guajira; Colombia;

   Abstract : As the climate changes, hot regions like La Guajira's semi-desert will become even hotter. It is projected that the average temperature in this region will increase by 2.4 ℃ over the course of this century, with a 20 % reduction in precipitation. READ MORE

6. 25. The versatility of Security Council sanctions - What is the scope of the Security Council’s mandate to decide on sanctions under Article 41 of the UN Charter?

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

   Author : Julia Björkman; [2023]
   Keywords : security council; article 41; un charter; public international law; sanctions; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : Denna uppsats har studerat säkerhetsrådets mandat under artikel 41 i FN-stadgan, enligt vilken rådet kan besluta om icke-militära sanktioner för att upp-rätthålla internationell fred och säkerhet. I artikeln nämns exempel på ekono-miska och diplomatiska sanktioner, så som vapenembargon eller upphörande av ekonomiska förbindelser, men artikeln är inte uttömmande och befogenhet-erna under artikeln är vidare än så. READ MORE