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1. 1. Are large clearcuts the only way to manage forests? : a study of economic performance and deadwood production of various silviculture systems

   University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

   Author : Haidi Andersson; [2023]
   Keywords : uneven-aged forestry; continuous cover forestry; CCF; clearcut; deadwood; RFM; even-aged forest; Net present value; Heureka;

   Abstract : Our forests are a natural resource which is needed for many purposes. Their importance and different values are expressed in the Swedish legislation, where production and environmental goals are set as equal. To many it is not sufficient, there has been a debate regarding how forests are managed and the practice of clear-cutting for decades. READ MORE

3. 2. Understanding User Behaviour in a Circular Transport System : From personal choices to societal patterns

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

   Author : Luja von Köckritz; [2023]
   Keywords : circular economy; agent-based modelling; user behaviour; behavioural decision-making; affordance theory;

   Abstract : The Circular Economy is a growing research field and policy agenda. Yet, integrating the social dimensions of sustainability into the Circular Economy remains a challenge. The significance of reactions to an implemented Circular Economy is poorly understood. READ MORE

4. 3. Diving deep into the “E” of ESG – exploring the financial landscape of container shipping companies.

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

   Author : Jill Nitin Raval; [2023]
   Keywords : Shipping; stewardship; sustainable finance; sustainability-linked loans; ESG; Anthropocene risks; Ocean Economy;

   Abstract : The ocean economy is growing unprecedentedly, and container shipping is one of the key sectors at the heart of this growth. Shipping companies are among the largest ocean-based companies, and while they are committed to reducing their emissions, the sector remains plagued with many sustainability challenges. READ MORE

5. 4. Growth of Silver birch (Betula pendula) & Downy birch (Betula pubescens) established in four different initial densities on one site in central Sweden

   University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

   Author : Edvards Romans; [2023]
   Keywords : Betula pendula; Betula pubescens; plantation; initial spacing; simulation; management;

   Abstract : Nowadays, there is an increased demand for timber resources and more sustainable forest management, starting from the establishment phase of the forest, e.g., planting. Depending on the management goals, number of seedlings planted and thus initial spacing can be adjusted in order not to waste resources. READ MORE

6. 5. What do you mean 'climate change'? Framings of climate change in citizens' climate assemblies

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

   Author : Corinna Zeitfogel; [2023]
   Keywords : citizens climate assemblies; framing; evidence; climate change;

   Abstract : A preliminary technical framing of climate change in the evidence of citizens' climate assemblies (CCAs) might lead to closing down policy options and ignoring other sides of climate change, such as questions of power. A limited range of frames can negatively impact epistemic conditions for deliberation and lead to decreased engagement by participants who do not share the values proposed by the dominant frames. READ MORE