Essays about: "environmental heritage"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 82 essays containing the words environmental heritage.

  1. 1. SOCIAL HERITAGE AS LEVERAGE: Recognising the Social Dimension of Heritage in Sustainable Urban Development

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

    Author : Kajsa Lilja; [2024-01-26]
    Keywords : Sustainable cities; urban re development; social sustainability; social heritage; sense of place; public participation; power dynamics;

    Abstract : In 2015, numerous countries committed to supporting the United Nations' Agenda 2030, which aims to address global challenges such as urban growth and climate change through the Sustainable Cities and Communities goal (SDG11). During this time, experts in heritage and urban development began emphasizing the significant role that cultural heritage plays in sustainable urban development. READ MORE

  3. 2. Using GIS and satellite data to assess access of green area for children living in growing cities

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

    Author : Rebecca Borg; [2024]
    Keywords : Geography; GIS; Geographical Information System; Urban green space; children; schools; Malmö; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : Urban green space (UGS) refers to open spaces within an urban context that are filled with greenery and nature. These can range from very small vegetation to expansive park areas. The common denominator is that they have proven to be beneficial for human health and well-being. Access to green spaces is also important for children. READ MORE

  4. 3. Kyrkogårdarnas gröna kulturarv i den hållbara stadsutvecklingen

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Rasmus Eriksson Lantz; [2023]
    Keywords : grönt kulturarv; lagstiftning; skadegörare; sjukdomar; rekreation;

    Abstract : Grundat på litteratur och intervjuer dras slutsatsen att en förändring måste ske om vi ska säkerställa kyrkogårdars gröna kulturarvs kulturhistoriska uttryck för framtida generationer. Detta då det finns tillvägagångssätt för att möta de problem och hot som detta står inför. READ MORE

  5. 4. 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 Development

    Author : Nina Littmann; [2023]
    Keywords : Bohuslän; cultural heritage; harbor design; development; Tanums kommun; docks;

    Abstract : 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

  6. 5. THRIVE - with heritage to sustainability

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Ralph Frühwirth; Martyna Idasiak; [2023]
    Keywords : urban design; architecture; landscape architecture; sustainability; portugal; lisbon; mouraria; heritage; climate change; heat waves; water management; cities; urbanity; housing; environment; local life; urban rehabilitation; green jobs; solar energy; traffic management; biodiversity; Arts and Architecture; Earth and Environmental Sciences; History and Archaeology; Social Sciences; Technology and Engineering; General Works; Science General;

    Abstract : The historic urban area of Lisbon emerged during the Middle Ages and was the origin of the development of a rather small neighbourhood, Mouraria. Not only did it count as the centre of the capital, but because of Lisbon being the metropolis of the Portuguese empire, Mouraria is now home to a diverse group of people, whose culture influences its special characteristics to this day. READ MORE