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  1. 1. Potential and Limitations of the Sketch Map Tool in the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

    Author : Kimon Letzner; [2024]
    Keywords : Disaster risk reduction; Participatory action research; Community risk mapping; International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement; Colombia; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : In disaster risk management, participatory mapping (PM) closes spatial data gaps in communities by integrating local risk knowledge. The thesis examined the potential and limitations of the Sketch Map Tool (SMT) as a PM tool for community-based disaster risk reduction (DRR) through an International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement case study. READ MORE

  3. 2. Business Model Innovation for Energy Communities : A Cross-Comparative Analysis with the Business Model Canvas in the Swedish energy market

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Sohel Abdu; [2024]
    Keywords : Energy Communities; Renewable Energy Systems; Business Model Canvas Innovation; Swedish Energy Policy; Prosumer engagement; Circular Energy Economy; Smart Energy Technology; Sustainable Energy Transition.; Energigemenskaper; Förnybara Energisystem; Affärsmodells Canvas Innovation; Svensk Energipolitik; Prosumer engagemang; Cirkulär Energi Ekonomi; Smart Energiteknik; Hållbar Energi Övergång;

    Abstract : This thesis undertakes a thorough exploration of business models for energy communities, specifically tailored to the unique requirements of the Swedish energy sector. Its objective is to identify and evaluate global business models for energy communities, focusing on their applicability within Sweden's regulatory, market, and socio-cultural contexts. READ MORE

  4. 3. Digital Dashboard for Enhanced Waste Management in the Stockholm Municipality : Bridging Data Insights and Sustainable Practices

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Youssef Ramy Farouk Fam; [2024]
    Keywords : Waste management; Dashboard; Design; Digitalisation; Data visualization; Waste sorting behavior; Avfallshantering; Dashboard; Design; Digitalisering; Datavisualisering; Källsorteringsbeteende;

    Abstract : The surging global trend in waste generation, currently surpassing 2 billion tons annually in cities,stands as a pressing concern amid escalating climate change threats. This master's thesis aims todesign a digital dashboard tailored to the needs of the Stockholm Municipality's waste managementsystem and its different stakeholders. READ MORE

  5. 4. THRIVE - with heritage to sustainability

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Ralph Frühwirth; Martyna Idasiak; [2023]
    Keywords : urban design; architecture; landscape architecture; sustainability; portugal; lisbon; mouraria; heritage; climate change; heat waves; water management; cities; urbanity; housing; environment; local life; urban rehabilitation; green jobs; solar energy; traffic management; biodiversity; Arts and Architecture; Earth and Environmental Sciences; History and Archaeology; Social Sciences; Technology and Engineering; General Works; Science General;

    Abstract : The historic urban area of Lisbon emerged during the Middle Ages and was the origin of the development of a rather small neighbourhood, Mouraria. Not only did it count as the centre of the capital, but because of Lisbon being the metropolis of the Portuguese empire, Mouraria is now home to a diverse group of people, whose culture influences its special characteristics to this day. READ MORE

  6. 5. Navigating NPD in Unfamiliar Markets : Keys for a Successful Process Execution in Uncertainty

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Julia Jonsson; Hildegunn Strand; [2023]
    Keywords : New Product Development; Radical Innovation; Unfamiliar Markets; Familiar Markets; Product Innovation; NPD process.; Ny produktutveckling; Radikal Innovation; Okända Marknader; Kända Marknader; Produktinnovation; NPD-process.;

    Abstract : Innovation is a crucial activity to ensure companies’ viability and is increasingly important to sustain competitive advantage. Globalization and the accelerating technological development are creating new markets previously not explored. READ MORE