Essays about: "environmental science lund"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 40 essays containing the words environmental science lund.

1. 21. No shared vision for the sharing economy? : exploring the transformative potential of the non-profit sharing economy in Southern Sweden

   University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

   Author : Annabel Schickner; Sanne Raggers; [2017]
   Keywords : sharing economy; collaborative consumption; non-profit sharing; transformative social innovation; sustainability science; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Consumerism contributes to sustainability problems of social fragmentation and environmental degradation. In response to this the sharing economy is a relatively new and rapidly growing phenomenon. READ MORE

3. 22. Porous asphalt as a method for reducing urban storm water runoff in Lund, Sweden

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

   Author : Gea Hallen; [2017]
   Keywords : PCSWMM; urban flood modelling; porous asphalt; Physical geography and Ecosystem Science; Technology and Engineering; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : Flooding is a major risk to the ever increasing urban population, posing a threat to human lives but also causing traffic interruptions, economic losses and pollution. Built up areas are prone to flooding due to the changes of previously pervious surfaces being covered by buildings and impervious pavements, such as asphalt. READ MORE

4. 23. Characterization of Terahertz Radiation Generated in an Organic Crystal

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Atomfysik; Lunds universitet/Fysiska institutionen

   Author : Åsa Bengtsson; [2016]
   Keywords : Nonlinear optics; Terahertz radiation generation; Optical rectification; Difference frequency generation; Organic crystal; DSTMS; Physics and Astronomy;

   Abstract : The terahertz region of the electromagnetic spectrum is an important research area allowing insights into fundamental science such as inter-molecular interactions, and with applications in the environmental, medical and security field. Using femtosecond lasers, it is possible to design compact and efficient terahertz generation schemes, resulting in few-cycle broadband pulses. READ MORE

5. 24. Development of a Web GI System for Disaster Management

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap; Lunds universitet/Lantmäteri (CI)

   Author : Anton Lundkvist; [2016]
   Keywords : Web GIS; Disaster Management; GIS; Web Development; Web application; Technology and Engineering; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : Spatial data is an important and necessary ingredient in the disaster management cycle. The preparedness phase requires simulation of disastrous events, identification of disaster management hotspots and creation of hazard- and risk maps. READ MORE

6. 25. The convergence of societal advancement and the education of future sustainability professionals: a solution-oriented approach to place-based environmental changes - A descriptive case study of the Master's course 'Strategic Environmental Development' of Lund University, Sweden

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Lindsey Zemler; [2016]
   Keywords : sustainability research education; participatory sustainability research; key competencies; stakeholder engagement; real-world learning; higher education; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : Building sustainable, collaborative solutions to contemporary sustainability challenges requires a new generation of future professionals or ‘change-agents,’ the engagement of non-academic stakeholders, and academic facilitation. Educational reform is needed in order to enhance students’ competencies in becoming effective sustainability professionals. READ MORE