Essays about: "environmental-regulations"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 66 essays containing the word environmental-regulations.

  1. 1. Paths forward for Sustainable Maritime Transport : A techno-economic optimization framework for next generation vessels

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

    Author : Julian Ulrich Hausweiler; [2023]
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    Abstract : Recently, the decarbonization of maritime transport has received increased attention, in order to align with the targets of the Paris Agreement. In 2023, the International Maritime Organization unveiled their revised greenhouse gas strategy with an ambitious target: net-zero emissions by 2050. READ MORE

  3. 2. The Role of Environmental Regulations on Green Transition: The Case of Swedish Electronics Industry

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Tuba Demir Dogan; Deniz Akbas; [2023]
    Keywords : Environmental Regulations; Green Transition; Electronics Industry; Compliance; Legislation; Sweden; Policy Intervention;

    Abstract : From the simplest items we use to the most complex ones, electronics are everywhere and in everything. However, the escalating demand for electronics has a serious toll on the environment. Thus, the electronics industry has been the focus of legislation for a long time. READ MORE

  4. 3. The right to a healthy environment,a social environmental justice approach

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Juridiska institutionen

    Author : Melanie Pimentel; [2023]
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    Abstract : The right to a healthy environment gained recognition in many constitutions around the globe. Such legal recognition has been regarded as transformative in terms of better environmental regulations. READ MORE

  5. 4. The Porter Hypothesis: Fact or Myth? - A Case Study on the EU Emissions Trading System

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Cecilia Sacklen; Tintin Wilsby; [2023]
    Keywords : Porter Hypothesis; Environmental policy; Eco-innovation; EU ETS; Firm performance;

    Abstract : This study investigates the Porter Hypothesis in the context of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), the world's largest cap-and-trade system within environmental regulations. The Porter Hypothesis posits that environmental regulations can stimulate eco-innovation and ultimately improve the financial performance of regulated firms. READ MORE

  6. 5. Energy flows and potential energy development strategies in RoRo ports: A study based on the Port of Trelleborg

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Gabriele Gonzales; [2023]
    Keywords : RoRo Ports; Energy Flows; Energy Development; Energy Strategies; Renewable Energy; Ports; Energy Hub; Energy Storage; Hydrogen; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The recent push for decarbonization in the maritime sector presents an opportunity for ports to strengthen their position as energy hubs. This work studies the existing energy flows in the Port of Trelleborg, one of Europe's biggest roll-on, roll-off ports, and proposes some energy-related development strategies. READ MORE