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1. 1. Understanding the Relationship between Sustainability and Technology: Perspectives of Young Sustainability Practitioners in For-Profit Organizations

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

   Author : Anna Pauline Hehl; [2023]
   Keywords : Sociomateriality; Organisational Sustainability; Triple Bottom Line; Techno Optimism;

   Abstract :  One of the most critical issues of our time is sustainability. Simultaneously, techno optimism is prevailing in public discourse suggesting that technology will create a sustainable future without requiring drastic changes. READ MORE

3. 2. 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

4. 3. Hold My Flowers

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Industridesign

   Author : Frida Neckmar; [2023]
   Keywords : Vases; interior design; modularity; fresh flowers; material exploration; Arts and Architecture; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : This Bachelor’s degree project investigates how precious fresh-cut flowers self sustainably can be arranged to be fully showcased and make them come into their own. Inspired by nature’s organic shapes and emphasising functionality, the project concludes a series of carefully designed modular vases. READ MORE

5. 4. CSR performance and financial performance: the moderating role of CSR disclosure quality

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

   Author : Sofia Dagfalk; Sofia Vögeli; [2023]
   Keywords : CSR performance; Financial performance; Auditing of CSR disclosure; Audit provider; Auditor independence;

   Abstract : This paper examines the moderating effect of CSR disclosure quality on the relationship between CSR performance and financial performance, using a sample of European listed firms. It is predicted that CSR performance, jointly with CSR disclosure quality, has a positive effect on financial performance. READ MORE

6. 5. The Impact of Chinese Foreign Aid on OFAC Sanctions Effectiveness: Non-conditionality, Non-interference, and the Reality of Chinese Foreign Policy

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk historia och internationella relationer

   Author : Anastasiia Trehubova; [2023]
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   Abstract : The analysis examines the impact of Chinese developmental and military aid on the effectiveness of the OFAC sanctions enforcement. Despite the official claims of China’s adherence to the principles of non-conditionality and non-interference, Chinese foreign policy in proactive reveals a pattern of using its aid as political and economic weapon to widen its sphere of influence by undermining the efficacy of US sanctions. READ MORE