Essays about: "climate adoption"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 136 essays containing the words climate adoption.

  1. 16. Climate improved concrete structures : Possibilities in design and construction

    University essay from KTH/Betongbyggnad

    Author : Dalia Attia; Steve Kiryakos; [2023]
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    Abstract : Concrete is an important material for building a sustainable society, serving as the foundation of modern infrastructure. Concrete’s widespread adoption in both commercial and residential construction projects can be attributed to its exceptional versatility, strength, durability, and long-lasting qualities. READ MORE

  3. 17. Battery-Storage Investment for a Power System with High Variable Renewable Energy Output

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för data- och systemvetenskap

    Author : Elva Yunyan Wallimann; [2023]
    Keywords : decision and risk analysis; energy economics; capacity expansion; operations research; utility-scale battery;

    Abstract : Climate change is posing significant threats to human beings. Deploying renewable energy sources in electricity generation is widely accepted as an indispensable part of the solution to climate change. The vast potential lies in variable renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind. READ MORE

  4. 18. A coupling method using CFD, radiative models and a surface model to simulate the micro-climate

    University essay from KTH/Teknisk mekanik

    Author : Joseph Vernier; [2023]
    Keywords : Computational Fluid Dynamics; Fluid Mechanics; Numerics; Micro-climate modeling; Radiation; Crop modeling; Photovoltaic panels;

    Abstract : The increasing demand for energy, depletion of fossil fuels, rising global warming, and greenhouse gas emissions have stimulated the need for widespread development and adoption of renewable energy sources (RES) worldwide. Among these sources, solar energy has emerged as a major contender to meet the growing demand. READ MORE

  5. 19. Understanding Green Bonds: An Empirical Study on Shareholder Value of Green Bonds and its Application in Corporations

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Alma Friberg; Alice Ålund; [2023]
    Keywords : Green Bonds; Sustainable Finance; Signaling; Corporate Sustainability;

    Abstract : In this paper, we conduct an event study to understand how equity investors react to the issuance of a corporate green bond. Furthermore, we interview five Swedish public companies that have issued green bonds. Our results from our event study indicate that there is no significant share price reaction concerning the issuance. READ MORE

  6. 20. Preparedness of Construction SMEs for climate adaptation-related renovation services : An analysis of companies in the Kronoberg region

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för byggd miljö och energiteknik (BET)

    Author : Rida Naeem; [2023]
    Keywords : Construction sector; Buildings; Small and Medium-sized Enterprises SMEs ; Climate change; Kronoberg region;

    Abstract : Climate change presents a significant global challenge, affecting various aspects such as rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and altered precipitation patterns. Climate adaptation and climate mitigation are two fundamental strategies for addressing climate change. READ MORE