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1. 11. Deep-Decarbonization of the Industrial Sector through Electrification in France : Analysis of Current Status, Technologies and Policies

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

   Author : Alexandra Couchy; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : The increasing scientific awareness around man’s responsibility towards global warming has led to political decisions and actions, in order to try to curb the phenomenon of climate change. As a pioneer in tackling greenhouse gases emissions, Europe is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with emission reduction targets of -55% by 2030, and Member States have had to make plans to fulfil this goal. READ MORE

3. 12. Towards more efficient industrial lighting : Literature review on energy efficiency improvement of industrial lighting

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Energisystem

   Author : Xabier Aiastui; [2023]
   Keywords : Industrial lighitng; Energy efficiency; LED;

   Abstract : This master thesis work is aimed to investigate the possibilities of achieving more efficient industrial lighting. The study is divided in four parts: 1) Industrial lighting energy efficiency measures, 2) Added value of lighting, 3) Drivers and barriers for adopting lighting efficiency measures, and 4) Applications of AI in industrial lighting. READ MORE

4. 13. Investing in a Greener Tomorrow : The Role of Sustainability Impact Assessment of Start-ups in Venture Capital Investment Processes

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Tobias Steffen Pitz; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainability; Venture Capital; Sustainability Impact Assessment; Start-ups; Impact Investing; Hållbarhet; Riskkapital; konsekvensbedömning av hållbarhet; nystartade företag; Investeringar med påverkan;

   Abstract : Investment decision-making processes within the Venture Capital (VC) industry are increasingly including sustainability impact aspects, particularly when investing in start-ups. However, the lack of a common understanding and standard for measuring sustainability presents a significant challenge. READ MORE

5. 14. Liquefied Natural Gaslighting? An analysis of the German government’s discourse surrounding LNG and considerations of energy justice.

   University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

   Author : Pauline Harich; Anne-Sophie Kneip; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainability Science; LNG; energy justice; discourse; energy crisis; Germany; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : In 2022 the Russian war against Ukraine left Germany without imports from their biggest energy supplier, forcing them to find new energy sources. One of the government’s measures was the investment in LNG, which impacts society and the environment. READ MORE

6. 15. Flexible Sector Coupling (FSC) of Electrical and Thermal Sectors via Thermal Energy Storage (TES) : A Case Study on Oskarshamn Energi

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

   Author : Raúl Calvo García; Jose María Marín Arcos; [2023]
   Keywords : Flexible sector coupling FSC ; district heating DH ; thermal energy storage TES ; heat pump HP ; capacity optimization; dispatch optimization; open-access tools; Flexibel sektorkoppling; fjärrvärme; termisk energilagring; värmepump; kapacitetsoptimering; leveransoptimering; verktyg med öppen tillgång;

   Abstract : The integration of distributed energy sources and systems is of high relevance for the transition towards a more sustainable energy system. Taking into consideration the  amount of emissions produced by the heating sector, which account for at least half of the energy demand in buildings, district heating systems have the potential to play a key role in the transition, by enabling the integration of various energy sources and provide flexible energy services to the grid. READ MORE