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1. 1. From Tree Huggers to Money Makers: How ESG Scores Boost Corporate Financial Performance in the EU

   University essay from

   Author : Martin Ekendahl; Philippa Hedström; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : ESG score; financial performance; stakeholder theory; the EU; fixed effects model;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the relationship between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores and financial performance as measured by both accounting- and market-based measures; Return on Assets and Tobin's Q. The study takes a particular focus on the European Union (EU), more specifically on companies operating in the region and the union's strong commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and more general efforts towards a more sustainable future. READ MORE

3. 2. Spatial and Temporal Dynamics of  Carbon Sequestration in Stockholm  County's Green areas : A GIS-based Analysis

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Victoria Kareflod; [2023]
   Keywords : Carbon sequestration; carbon dynamics; decarbonization; scenario analysis; Corine land cover analysis; urban vegetation; carbon offset; Paris agreement; koldioxidlagring; koldynamik; dekarbonisering; scenarioanalys; marktäckesanalys; stadsvegetation; koldioxidkompensation; parisavtalet;

   Abstract : The human influence of global climate is an issue currently assessed in various mitigation strategies. Stockholm County has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2040 and negative by 2045 according to the Paris agreement. READ MORE

4. 3. A stakeholder-based analysis of potential photovoltaic systems’ contributions within the German government’s capacity addition plans to 2030

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Felix Rüsseler; [2023]
   Keywords : German Energy Transition; Photovoltaics; Photovoltaics System Types; Renewable Energy Policies; Stakeholder Interviews; Sustainable Development;

   Abstract : The ongoing energy transition in Germany foresees significant increases in the share of renewable energies in the country’s electricity mix until 2030. A share of 80% is targeted and photovoltaics should have a major contribution with a total capacity of 215 Gigawatts aimed to be installed. READ MORE

5. 4. The Impact of ESG Performance on Financial Performance : Evidence from NASDAQ Stockholm

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Pothupitiya Kankanamge Don Amila Chathuranga Silva; Hiba Hassan Bashir Siddig; [2023]
   Keywords : sustainability; ESG scores; ESG pillars; financial performance; ROA; Tobin s Q; good governance view; stakeholder theory; agency view; slack resource theory;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates whether environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance impacts financial performance in the Swedish market. ESG performance is measured using the overall ESG score and the three individual pillar scores (environment, social, and governance). READ MORE

6. 5. The Power of the Tides : A Quantitative Study Investigating the Momentum Strategy with 30 Industries

   University essay from Jönköping University/IHH, Företagsekonomi

   Author : Oscar Estéen; Jonathan Landahl; Hugo Karlsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Momentum strategy; industry momentum; risk management; market anomalies; momentum investing; portfolio management;

   Abstract : Background: Buying past winners and selling past losers has historically generated both profits and losses. The momentum strategy has been researched with risk measures and portfolio creation as fundamental components. READ MORE