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  1. 1. Perception of urban blue-green infrastructure during winter in Gothenburg

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Mikaela Torell; [2023-08-17]
    Keywords : perception; greenery; water; urban environment; recreation;

    Abstract : Life in urban settlements is often associated with insufficient physical activity and continuous stress. By implementing blue-green infrastructure (BGI) consisting of parks, trees, ponds, and rain gardens, amongst others, recreational values can be provided for the residents. READ MORE

  3. 2. Exploring risks of blue economy developments to people’s livelihood. A case study of Namibia’s coastal communities.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för marina vetenskaper

    Author : Femke van Toor; [2023-02-13]
    Keywords : Blue Economy; Risks; Livelihoods; Ecosystem services; Marine management;

    Abstract : Fuelled by the vision of the blue economy, marine sectors are developing and expanding at a fast rate. Though intended to be done in a sustainable matter, such developments often come with a large set of uncertainties and possible impacts on the environment as well as on the coastal communities who are depending on the natural environment to sustain their livelihoods. READ MORE

  4. 3. Ready, set, regenerate! : A design study about affecting driver behaviours through gamification elements.

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för informationsteknologi

    Author : Albin Qvist; Philip Johansson Subiabre; [2023]
    Keywords : Gamification; In-Vehicle Information Systems; IVIS; Regenerative braking; Simulator;

    Abstract : The automotive industry plays a significant role in global CO2 emissions. A transition towards electric vehicles is part of the solution to lower CO2 emissions. READ MORE

  5. 4. Toward inclusive cities: exploring migrant participation in Swedish urban planning : a case study of Stockholm’s Hagsätra-Rågsved

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

    Author : Nihal Shehata; [2023]
    Keywords : Social inclusion; participation; the just city; right to the city; spatial justice; sense of belonging; city planning;

    Abstract : The city of Stockholm grapples with significant challenges related to social exclusion and segregation. This particularly affects vulnerable groups such as individuals of migrant background residing in low-income suburbs around the city centre. READ MORE

  6. 5. Lekvärden och grönska på en urban skolgård : en undersökning av Tiundaskolans skolgård

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

    Author : Julia Grassman; Ylva Ledberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Landskapsarkitektur; skolgård; lekvärden; urban grönska; friyta; Tiundaskolan;

    Abstract : Kvaliteten på skolgårdar som utemiljö är mycket viktig för barn i deras vardag. En väl utformad utemiljö uppmuntrar till och möjliggör lek, vilket i sin tur är behövligt för barnens utveckling, hälsa och välmående. READ MORE