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1. 1. Competitive cities and architecture. : A case study of Malmo, Sweden

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för Urbana Studier (US)

   Author : Nathan Frank Ó Néill; [2023]
   Keywords : Neoliberalism; Urban Planning Architecture; City-Branding; Competitive city;

   Abstract : Abstract    This thesis explores the evolving relationship between architecture and the globally competitive city, specifically examining how architects are involved in the realization of market metaphors that underpin city-branding on global markets. Specifically, this research focuses on waterfront redevelopment projects of post-industrial cities. READ MORE

3. 2. Reuse and recycling of concrete : Economic barriers and possible opportunities for future profitability

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Julia Knutsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Reuse; Recycling; Circular economy; Construction industry; Building material; Concrete industry;

   Abstract : Today, the world's natural ecosystems are threatened by increased extraction of raw materials andgreenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphere. One of the drivers of this problem is the impact fromindustries through their production. A possible strategy to reduce pressure on natural ecosystems is toincrease the use of industrial ecosystems. READ MORE

4. 3. Transition Towards More Circular Manufacturing Systems : The prerequisites for a successful progression with the support of Industry 4.0

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar produktionsutveckling (ML)

   Author : Maryam Sharifzad; [2022]
   Keywords : Circular Economy; Industry 4.0; Digital Technology; Circular Manufacturing Systems; Prerequisites; Successful Transition; Cirkulär Ekonomi; Industri 4.0; Digital Teknik; Cirkulära Tillverkningssystem; Förutsättningar; Framgångsrik Övergång;

   Abstract : As the awareness of the impact of human activities on the environment, economy, and society has been brought to spotlight during the last decades, sustainable development has gained ever-increasing attention around the world. While industrial revolutions are critical for the efficiency of meeting customer needs, it is also crucial to address and reverse the depletion of Earth’s resources. READ MORE

5. 4. Industrial Symbiosis of Vertical Hydroponic Farming System at SweGreen

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Narmin Farkhondehmonfared; [2022]
   Keywords : Vertical farming; Urban symbiosis; Life cycle assessment LCA ; LEDs; Energy; Heat recovery; Vertikalt jordbruk; Urban symbios; Livscykelanalys LCA ; Lysdioder; Energi; Värmeåtervinning;

   Abstract : The United Nations projects that by the year 2050, there will be as many as 9.7 billion people on earth (UN, 2019). Along with the world population growth, the demand for food production will be increased. On the other side, agriculture plays a crucial role in global warming, increasing food production challenges. READ MORE

6. 5. Att skapa historia genom engagemang : en studie om hur engagerade människor skapar och omskapar Stabergs kulturmiljö i Falun

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Malin Lindberg; [2022]
   Keywords : världsarv; sociala fält; historiska trädgårdar; engagemang; kulturreservat; platsidentitet;

   Abstract : En kulturmiljö är en lämning, bygd eller område som påverkats av mänsklig verkan och är en del av ett kulturarv. Den här uppsatsen syftar till att förstå varför det sker socialt engagemang i Stabergs kulturmiljö och vad denna plats har för betydelse för de engagerade. READ MORE