Essays about: "consumption"

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1. 21. Consumer’s intentions vs behaviors regarding sustainability: A Study performed in Sweden

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för ekonomi

   Author : Arjumand Akbar; Leen Khatib; [2024]
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   Abstract : The research examines the different factors that affect the consumer's purchase decisions regarding sustainable products, it investigates the factors that cause the gap between their intentions and actual action taken regarding sustainability. In addition, this research delves into the nuanced interplay of individual attitudes, social expectations, and environmental awareness. READ MORE

3. 22. Energy efficiency and fiscal incentives : A stochastic frontier analysis of Swedish manufacturing sectors 2008-2020

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Nationalekonomi

   Author : William Blombäck; [2024]
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   Abstract : This thesis is a case study of the Swedish manufacturing industry in which I measure how efficiently each sector uses energy (fuel and electricity) as input goods in their production processes, and how significant the impact of Sweden’s energy tax is in regard to energy efficiency. The purpose of this is to analyze energy security and preparedness for short-term demand shocks for electricity, as many ‘mega-investments’ of industrial nature are being planned in Sweden – which are predicted to require the installed capacity of Sweden’s electricity production to almost double by 2045. READ MORE

4. 23. Salt tolerant horticultural plants to save freshwater usage

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Plant Protection Biology

   Author : Tsun-Ya Chuang; [2024]
   Keywords : climate change; freshwater scarcity; halophyte; salt tolerance; bonsai;

   Abstract : As freshwater becomes scarce worldwide due to climate change and population increases, there is an urgent need to develop innovative approaches to address the issue of reducing freshwater consumption. Selecting species with high ornamental value and salt tolerance for use as green hedges or bonsai in urban or coastal areas could be a strategic approach for promoting greening and maintaining water resource sustainability. READ MORE

5. 24. Comparative Analysis of In-Body to Out-Body Wireless CommunicationModules: Test Design and PerformanceEvaluation

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för informationsteknologi

   Author : Remya Sree Rema Bhai; Sisymol Stellus; [2024]
   Keywords : In-Body to Off-Body Communication; prototype; test-design; test protocol; medical device; wireless communication.;

   Abstract : Wireless communication for biomedical equipment is rapidly improving with the invention of new technologies. Due to the absence of cables, wireless technology is a growing area of interest for biomedical applications. As technology advances, many gadgets are becoming smaller and more portable. READ MORE

6. 25. Predicting inflow and infiltration to wastewater networks based on temperature measurements

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

   Author : Martin Åsell; [2024]
   Keywords : Inflow and Infiltration; I I; CNN; Linear regression;

   Abstract : Sewer pipelines are deteriorating due to aging and sub optimal material selections, leading to the infiltration of clean ground and rainfall water into the pipes. It is estimated that a significant portion (up to 40-50%) of the water entering wastewater treatment plants is actually clean infiltrated water. READ MORE