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1. 1. Energy use and carbon footprint from lawn management : A case study in the Uppsala region of Sweden

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Therese Wesström; [2015]
   Keywords : carbon footprint; life cycle assessment; energy; lawn management; klimatavtryck; livscykelanalys; energi; gräs; skötsel;

   Abstract : Atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gas emissions are now higher than ever before, with severe implications for both humans and ecosystems around the world. To mitigate climate change, large and sustained reductions of greenhouse gas emissions are required. READ MORE

3. 2. Pharmaceutical pollution in irrigation water : A Minor Field Study in Chirapatre Estates in Kumasi, Ghana

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Therese Wesström; Jenny Andersson; [2014]
   Keywords : Pharmaceutical residues; wastewater; irrigation; water quality;

   Abstract : In Ghana, wastewater is frequently used as a source of irrigation water for crops in urban areas, due to water scarcity and an increasing population growth. The water contains high amounts of nutrients, but also other unwanted constituents such as heavy metals, pathogens and pharmaceutical residues and is a potential health risk for the consumers. READ MORE