Essays about: "impact of information technology on world economy"

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1. 1. Exploring the Swedish Credit Market Ecosystem : A study of loan intermediaries’ contribution to a more efficient consumer credit market

   University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

   Author : Emil Danielsson; Sofia Nork; [2023]
   Keywords : Credit market; consumer credit; ecosystem; financial intermediaries; loan intermediaries; Kreditmarknad; konsumentkrediter; ekosystem; finansiella intermediärer; låneförmedlare;

   Abstract : A long period of low interest rates, economic growth and a booming housing market hasresulted in an increase in the debt level of Swedish households. New digital ways of providingfinancial services are changing the traditional banking world and are often praised for beingefficient and inclusive. READ MORE

3. 2. 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

4. 3. Rethinking Urban Connectivity - a Case of Skellefteå, Sweden

   University essay from KTH/Stadsbyggnad

   Author : Boyang Kai; [2021]
   Keywords : urban connectivity; sub-arctic;

   Abstract : This project aims to explore alternative ways of promoting urban connectivity in Skellefteå, a northern Swedish city in the sub-arctic region. Skellefteå was initially known for its mining history, rich natural resources including wood, wind, and hydropower. READ MORE

5. 4. Carbon footprint and energy use of transport in the supply chain of pulses for Swedish human consumption

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Energy and Technology

   Author : Emelie Sundin; [2020]
   Keywords : transport; pulses; carbon footprint; energy use;

   Abstract : Transport play a key role in the global economy. Through international trade characterized by large scale, long distances and complex distribution systems, consumers have access to a wide range of products from all over the world. READ MORE

6. 5. A comparative study of Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) and EN 15804 in the construction sector concentrating on the End-of-Life stage and reducing subjectivity in the formulas

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Seyed Shahabaldin Seyed Salehi; [2020]
   Keywords : LCA; EN 15804; PEF; Circular Footprint Formula; Recyclability Assessment; Circular Economy; End of life; recycling rate; construction; building; Energy margin; LCA; EN 15804; PEF; Formulär för cirkulär fotavtryck; bedömning av återvinningsbarhet; cirkulär ekonomi; livslängd; återvinningsgrad; konstruktion; byggnad; Bygg; LCA;

   Abstract : One of the main polluting industries in the world with high environmental impact is the construction industry which also generates a huge amount of waste. To overcome the seburdens, we need to reduce the impacts through new solutions, technologies and by injecting circular economy concept into the industry. READ MORE