Essays about: "distance of trade"

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  1. 1. Chariots of the Atlantic Warriors - A Comparative Study of Chariot Motifs on Scandinavian and Iberian Rock Art

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    Author : Hannes Grahn; [2023-03-17]
    Keywords : Bronze Age; Rock art; Chariots; Scandinavia; Iberia; Long-distance interaction; Frännarp; Kivik; Villfara; Iberian warrior stele;

    Abstract : During the last two decades, ideas of long-distance interaction between cultures has gained an increased amount of attention in the field of Bronze Age research. Previous research has shown that such a long-distance interaction, connected to the trade of metal and amber, may have existed between Scandinavia and Iberia, facilitated by a group of seafaring warrior-traders, with a shared identity, set of values and cosmology. READ MORE

  2. 2. Unlocking the Potential of Solar-Hydro Hybrid Solutions: Feasibility and Economic Analysis

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Industriell elektroteknik och automation

    Author : Måns Rosberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Hydropower; Solarpower; Hybrid power production; Solar-hydro hybrid power; Reservoir storage; Energy storage; Pumped hydro power; Floating PV; PV; Photovoltaics; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Hybrid solutions that combine multiple renewable energy sources, such as solar power and hydro power, are gaining popularity as a means of meeting the growing energy demands while minimising environmental impacts, but also as an opportunity of connecting solar power plants to the grid in areas where this might not be possible unless large investments are made. This master thesis aims to evaluate the feasibility and economic viability of integrating solar panels with an existing grid connection point at a hydro power plant, along with the introduction of an energy storage solution using a hydro power plant reservoir. READ MORE

  3. 3. European Union and Trade Flows: The Case of Lithuania

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Eva Businskyte; [2023]
    Keywords : trade; European Union; Lithuania; gravity model; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : This paper examines the impact of EU integration on Lithuania's direction of trade flows. Using a gravity model and bilateral trade data from 1995 to 2020, the study aims to understand changes in trade flows after joining the EU and provide practical implications for policymakers, businesses, and investors. READ MORE

  4. 4. Beyond Distance: Understanding the Trade Disadvantage of the Sub-Saharan African Landlocked Countries

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Mai Ahrne Bojang; [2023]
    Keywords : Landlocked; Gravity model; Sub-Saharan Africa; European Union; International trade; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : This paper analyses the magnitude of exports of the landlocked countries of Sub-Saharan Africa to the European Union and attempts to find an explanation for the low trade flows of the region. Understanding the cause of the limited trade of landlocked countries in the region is important to enable successful implementation of trade enhancing policies and reforms. READ MORE

  5. 5. Endogeneity of IPR Policy: North-South Trade with Southern Innovation

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Xiaowei Zhao; [2023]
    Keywords : Multinational Firms; North-South Trade; Intellectual Property Rights; Innovation; Imitation;

    Abstract : This thesis developed a model of north-south trade with multinational firms and increasing product variety, in which the South could also create innovations motivated by imitations. In Northern R&D, researchers create innovations and Northern firms are attracted to invest directly in the south for relatively lower wage level. READ MORE