Essays about: "environment s dialogue"

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  1. 16. Undermining the Local: Power, Acceptance, and Confidence surrounding a Chilean Mining Operation : Social Impacts of the Mining Operation Los Pelambres on the Cuncumén Community

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Naturresurser och hållbar utveckling

    Author : Julia Schwab; [2020]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Ethnography; Social License to Operate; Mining; Power; Trust; Victim Mentality;

    Abstract : The present ethnographic research explores the socio-economic repercussions of a copper mining operation in Chile on its host community. By examining the development of the relationship between this local community and the mining company since the latter’s arrival, this thesis sheds light on the possible (secondary) impacts of corporate social responsibility (CSR) measures and participatory spaces on intracommunal dynamics. READ MORE

  3. 17. Trygghet i bostadsmiljön : en landskapsarkitekts perspektiv på tillämpning av brottsförebyggande design av en bostadsmiljö i Uppsala kommun

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Rebecca Eurenius; [2020]
    Keywords : landskapsarkitektur; CPTED Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design ; trygghet;

    Abstract : Syftet med uppsatsen är att undersöka hur gestaltning kan öka tryggheten i ett urbant område. För att besvara syftet valdes metoden Brottsprevention genom urban design, även kallad Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). CPTED är en beprövad metod som anses kunna minska brott och därigenom öka tryggheten. READ MORE

  4. 18. Local Ownership and Development Aid: The Case of Ethiopia’s Productive Safety Net Programme

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

    Author : Elizabeth Gebresilassie; [2019-02-06]
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    Abstract : The concept of local ownership has increasingly become a leading principle of development cooperation. While it is generally accepted that more ownership means more sustainability, there is still much to be done in order to clearly define and measure the concept. This study attempts to provide a conceptual understanding of local ownership. READ MORE

  5. 19. Navigating Business Innovation for Sustainable Growth in an Emerging Industry. : Introducing a framework identifying collaborators within Biorefinery.

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : AINA GRIKSAITE; THERESE NYLANDER; [2019]
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    Abstract : Innovation is seen as a critical factor in corporate success, however, there is a tendency to view innovation too narrowly, which has a harmful effect on competitive advantage and a company's diversity. To maintain a competitive edge and avoid resemblance with other firms in the same industry it is crucial to have a holistic perspective on innovation anchored in business innovation. READ MORE

  6. 20. Alternative Test Methods for Mine Trucks and Loaders to Reduce Environmental Impact, Improve Lead Time and Productivity

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för teknikvetenskap och matematik

    Author : Petter Aksnes; [2019]
    Keywords : operations development; deviations; wastes; production flow; machine testing; verksamhetsutveckling; avvikelser; slöserier; produktionsflöde; maskinprovning;

    Abstract : Epiroc manufactures and develops equipment for the mining and infrastructure industry. This thesis has been performed at Epiroc Underground Rock Excavation (URE) in Örebro, the company’s largest production unit for underground machines. In this project MH machines (material handling) have been investigated, i.e loaders and trucks. READ MORE