Essays about: "conclusion on air pollution"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 15 essays containing the words conclusion on air pollution.

  1. 1. Cardiovascular effects of exposure to biodiesel exhaust

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknik

    Author : Youna Marc-Derrien; [2021]
    Keywords : photoplethysmography; electrocardiography; signal processing; pulse decomposition analysis; heart rate variability; pulse transit time; biodiesel; arterial stiffness; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Context: Urban air pollution is considered a significant factor contributing to increased respiratory and cardiovascular mortality in cities. Many studies focused on the relationship between exposure to diesel exhaust and human health effects, demonstrating the toxicity of such gases. READ MORE

  3. 2. A CRITICAL REVIEW OF SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS WITHIN LAST MILE DELIVERY FROM AN ENVIRONMENTAL PERSPECTIVE

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

    Author : Felicia Söderström; [2020]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : E-commerce is a continuously growing business that has expanded over the recent years and more people are buying online instead of offline. With online shopping, the demand for home deliveries is increasing along with it. Last mile deliveries, which is the last part of the supply chain from business to customer, operate mainly in urban areas. READ MORE

  4. 3. Techno-economic analysis of implementing energy-efficiency and alternative fuels in Indonesia using OSeMOSYS

    University essay from KTH/Energiteknik

    Author : Kushagra Gupta; [2020]
    Keywords : Energy System Model; OSeMOSYS; Open Source; Indonesia; Sustainable Development Goals; Energy Policies; Energy Efficiency; Fuel Switching; Emission; Energi System Modell; OSeMOSYS; Öppen källa; Indonesien; Hållbara Utvecklingsmål; Energi Politik; Energi Effektivitet; Bränsle Omkoppling; Utsläpp;

    Abstract : Indonesia’s energy demand has been growing rapidly driven by increasing population, urbanization, and rapid economic growth. With increasing energy demand, the emissions associated with the energy sector continue to increase. READ MORE

  5. 4. Household air pollution exposure in sub-Saharan Africa and assessment of disease burden attributable to risk factor

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialmedicin och global hälsa

    Author : Festina Balidemaj; [2020]
    Keywords : Air pollution; household air pollution; burden of disease; acute lower respiratory infection; chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; ischemic heart disease; lung cancer; stroke; sub-Saharan Africa; Medicine and Health Sciences;

    Abstract : BACKGROUND: One of the major environmental threats to human health is air pollution. It contributes to premature deaths of millions of people worldwide. Air quality issues are growing exponentially in developing countries (West et al. 2016). READ MORE

  6. 5. Cruising away from strong sustainability? A case-study of the social and environmental trade-offs of cruise tourism in Flåm, Norway

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Henriette Sandstå; [2019]
    Keywords : cruise tourism; air pollution; strong sustainability; sustainable tourism; sustainability science; Norway; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Cruise tourism is the fastest growing segment within the global tourism industry, allowing tourists to visit spectacular coastal destinations all over the world. Due to its pristine fjord landscapes, Norway is a popular cruise destination. READ MORE