Essays about: "connecting communities"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 38 essays containing the words connecting communities.
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1. Tapestry of rural lives : trust and ties within BYGDSAM association
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural DevelopmentAbstract : Local communities across Europe have been experiencing a decline in population and public services. To counter this trend, civil society often steps up through voluntary associations. READ MORE
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2. Connecting with and Supporting Grassroots Innovators - A Comparative Case Study
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : This paper examined how innovation hubs are identifying and connecting with grassroots innovators, and how they can support grassroots innovators. Grassroots innovators are typically entrepreneurs from poor communities. READ MORE
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3. A shed, a dock and a boat : a design proposal for a harbor in Bohuslän with focus on cultural heritage
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural DevelopmentAbstract : This thesis presents a design proposal for a new harbor in Bohuslän.The area holds high historical and aesthetic values. The project site has been proposed by the municipality for the development of a new harbor, to meet increasing demand for mooring in the area. READ MORE
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4. Optimization of an energy system in rural Thailand
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : By 2020, Thailand ensured 100% electricity access to its 72 million inhabitants. This was partly done by promoting off-grid energy systems in rural areas instead of using costly grid extensions. READ MORE
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5. 1:0 for the environment: Engaging football fans on tackling climate change
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studierAbstract : In general, the existence of anthropogenic climate change and the need for deeper societal transformations are widely accepted. Less agreement exists on how to best motivate the public to act in a way that allows for these transformations to happen. Currently, research stresses the potential of existing communities. READ MORE