Essays about: "impact of Information Technology on society projects"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words impact of Information Technology on society projects.

  1. 1. Developing a Taxonomy for Sustainable ICT : An exploratory study of the feasibility of a taxonomy for sustainable ICT

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för datavetenskap och kommunikation (CSC)

    Author : Anton Lundström; [2017]
    Keywords : Taxonomy; Sustainability; ICT; Computing;

    Abstract : Information and Communication Technology (ICT) can have a role to play in transitioning into a sustainable society but it is important to consider that implementation of an ICT-based solution not always lead to sustainability. Kentaro Toyama (2015) has proposed a framework, what he refers to as “Preliminary Thoughts on a Taxonomy of Value for Sustainable Computing”, to be used for classification of sustainable ICT-projects. READ MORE

  3. 2. Urban Acupuncture "Revitalizing urban areas by small scale interventions"

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för fysisk planering

    Author : Rick Hoogduyn; [2014]
    Keywords : Urban acupuncture; small scale interventions; public space; participation; Malmö; Amsterdam; top-down; bottom-up; principles; urban revitalization;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to create a better understanding of the theory of urban acupuncture. It attempts to create an overall view of the theory and discusses its benefits and challenges. READ MORE

  4. 3. Insatser och åtgärder för främjandet av laddelbilar i Sverige

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Energy and Technology

    Author : Björn Sjökvist; [2014]
    Keywords : elbil; laddhybrid; forskning; styrmedel; intervjuundersökning; elektrifiering;

    Abstract : To achieve the goal of fossil independency in the Swedish vehicle fleet in 2030, it would be important to substantially increase the proportion of electric vehicles, both BEV:s (Battery Electric Vehicles) and PHEV:s (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles). The Swedish Energy Agency has funded numerous research and development projects about electric vehicles in recent years. READ MORE

  5. 4. Elförbrukning vid uppförande av Rosenborg 3 : identifiering och kartläggning av nyckelkomponenter

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Energy and Technology

    Author : Philippa Doolke; [2013]
    Keywords : Energieffektivisering; energiförbrukning; elförbrukning; kontorshus; electrical energy consumption; construction process; hållbart byggande;

    Abstract : En av samhällets största utmaningar idag är vårt stora behov av energi och de relaterade miljöproblem som följer med en stor energiförbrukning. Byggbranschen står idag för en tredjedel av Sveriges totala energikonsumtion och är därmed med bransch som enskilt har den största totala påverkan för den svenska energiförbrukningen. READ MORE

  6. 5. Evaluation of Experiences from using CEEQUAL in Infrastructure Projects : A case study of the Crossrail programme and the Olympic Park

    University essay from Cemus

    Author : Rebecca Johansson; [2011]
    Keywords : CEEQUAL; sustainability; sustainable development; infrastructure; Olympic Park; Crossrail; assessor; scheme; swedish transport administration; Brundtland; ecological; social; economic; ecology; society; economy; Hållbarhet; hållbar utveckling; infrastruktur; Trafikverket;

    Abstract : CEEQUAL is a British assessment and award scheme for improving sustainability in civil engineering and the public realm. The scheme was developed in 2003 and has gained recognition in the UK and Ireland. The interest in CEEQUAL is starting to spread to the rest of Europe and to the Swedish Transport Administration. READ MORE