Essays about: "global mining industry"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 38 essays containing the words global mining industry.

  1. 1. Caught in the Lock-In? The Lützerath Decision and the Persistence of Fossil Fuel Hegemony in Germany

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Vincent Edte; [2023]
    Keywords : Carbon Lock-In; Coal Phase Out; Critical Discourse Analysis; Fossil Fuel Hegemony; Germany; Lützerath;

    Abstract : In 2022 the Russian invasion in Ukraine marked a turning point for global politics. To loosen dependency on Russian gas, the German government came to an agreement with the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and the energy company RWE. READ MORE

  3. 2. Production of critical minerals and metals: Empirical investigation of sustainability aspects

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Johanna Askros; [2023]
    Keywords : Energy transition; environmental justice; sustainable development; sustainable mining; systems thinking;

    Abstract : The threat of global climate change has brought on the need for a transition towards renewable energy sources and electrification, thereby creating a significantly increased demand for energy minerals and metals. Despite being on a path towards an energy system with net-zero emissions, the European Union (EU) is currently highly dependent on the import of these minerals and metals from outside of the Union. READ MORE

  4. 3. Expectations: A Risky Business : An Empirical Study between ESG Score and Stock Price Volatility in North American Mining Companies

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Oliver Björkman; Kevin Johansson; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Stock Price Volatility; Mining Industry; Inter-supply chain perspective.;

    Abstract : The strive towards sustainability and its singular importance for all creatures on Earth has become the rallying cry of a generation. It has permeated into legislation, social practices, and the world of business. READ MORE

  5. 4. Package Concept for High Variation Products to Improve Production : Package Development and Implementation to Improve Production of Heavy and High Variation Products

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktrealisering

    Author : Oliver Hjertstedt Otterström; [2023]
    Keywords : Package; improve production; pallet; pallet handling; package in production; pallets in production; pallets;

    Abstract : Within the Master’s program in mechanical engineering at Linköping University, this thesis project unfolds in collaboration with Metso Sweden, specifically at their Sala factory. Focused on addressing challenges in packaging processes for Metso’s VASA-line slurry pumps, the project endeavors to devise a concept that not only meets global shipping requirements but also enhances factory output. READ MORE

  6. 5. Contextual variables influencing firm’s ability to sustain continuous improvement processes: A comparative case study of the European operations of a global mining company Graduate

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Kristina Mojzisova; [2022-08-18]
    Keywords : Continuous improvement; Kaizen; Critical failure factors; Context factors variables; Sustainability of continuous improvement; Mineral mining industry;

    Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this study is to analyze the contextual variables that affect sustainability of continuous improvement in the mineral mining industry and explain how (and if) they affect the critical failure factors of continuous improvement activities within the industry. Methodology: Comparative case study Findings: The findings of this research include a list of factors influencing the sustainability of continuous improvement within the mineral mining industry. READ MORE