Essays about: "deterrence effect"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 essays containing the words deterrence effect.

1. 1. Something's in the Air: Exploring Wind Power Investment Incentives in Sweden

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

   Author : Herman Rogefors; William Karlsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Wind Power; Merit Order Effect; Swedish Electricity Market; Firm Profitability; Investments;

   Abstract : Swedish wind power generation levels have shifted materially over the last decade, nearly accounting for 20% of the total electricity supply by the end of 2021. Along with rapid infrastructure development, industry ownership structures have changed, and foreign equity in wind power is estimated to increase from 36% in 2016 to 66% in 2024. READ MORE

3. 2. “THERE ARE WORSE THINGS THAN PRISON” : A QUALITATIEVE STUDY OF SPECIFIC DETERRENCE AND INCREASED PUNISHMENTS

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för kriminologi (KR)

   Author : Ebba Philipson; [2023]
   Keywords : deterrence theory; crime prevention; general strain theory; increased punishments; specific deterrence;

   Abstract : This thesis primary aim is to examine specific deterrence; the fear of punishment experienced by individuals who have committed crimes and subsequently received a punishment. Specific deterrence is assumed to deter criminals from reoffending. READ MORE

4. 3. DO SANCTIONS SIGNAL FOREIGN AID DETERRENCE? : A Quantitative Study on the Signaling Effect of Sanctions on Foreign Aid.

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Mila Cekredzi; [2023]
   Keywords : Sanctions; foreign aid; signaling effect;

   Abstract : Both sanctions and foreign aid are common foreign policy tools. States which violate international norms are often sanctioned by senders, at the same time those may be the states in the most need of aid. READ MORE

5. 4. Risk of getting caught and its impact on residential burglaries : Panel study of residential burglaries and clearance rates in Swedish counties in the period 2001-2013

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Nationalekonomi

   Author : Fredrik Öhrner; [2022]
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   Abstract : Research on deterrence from crime is often about the strength of possible punishment, but less often about the risk of getting caught as a deterrent. According to rational choice theory, the risk of getting caught should have a deterrent effect. READ MORE

6. 5. Digital Repression: Backlash or Deterrence of Dissent? : A quantitative analysis of the Middle East and North Africa region during 2000-2020

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

   Author : Perla Toubia; [2022]
   Keywords : MENA; state repression; digital repression; cyber regulation; dissent; mass mobilization; protest; information and communication technology ICT ; repression-dissent puzzle; backlash; deterrence;

   Abstract : Digital Repression: Backlash or Deterrence of Dissent? is a quantitative analysis of the MENA region between the years 2000 and 2020. By distinguishing, theoretically as well as empirically, between nonphysical and physical aspects of state repression, this study aims to fill an identified research gap and contribute to the literature on the repression-dissent puzzle. READ MORE