Essays about: "knowledge of economics and finance"

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1. 1. Exploring implications of the EU Taxonomy on funding and disclosure for Swedish SMEs

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

   Author : Jessie Westerberg; Sofia Gren; [2023]
   Keywords : EU taxonomy; CSRD; GAR; BTAR; SMEs; Voluntary disclosure;

   Abstract : In 2019 the EU taxonomy was launched as a classification system that aims to provide a common language and framework for sustainable finance. The purpose is to guide investors and businesses to identify environmentally sustainable economic activities to support the transition towards a low-carbon, resource-efficient economy by 2050 within the EU. READ MORE

3. 2. The Narcissists Wallet: The Nexus between Narcissism and Financial Decision-Making among Aspiring Entrepreneurs

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Axel Janssen; Isabelle Badloe; [2023]
   Keywords : Narcissism; Resource Acquisition; Aspiring Entrepreneurs; Start-Ups; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This study examines how grandiose narcissism affects the resource acquisition of aspiring entrepreneurs. The study's results help bridge a gap in the literature and provide a better understanding of the nexus between narcissism and entrepreneurial finance. READ MORE

4. 3. How can impact be measured and evaluated? : evidence from Swedish impact investors

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

   Author : Emily Britt Thorselius; [2023]
   Keywords : Impact investing; Impact assessment; Socially responsible investment; Impact measurements; Social finance;

   Abstract : Impact investing has become more recognized in recent years as businesses, communities and governments try to find new solutions to tackle environmental and social concerns. The term involves creating environmental and/or social benefits while generating financial returns, and thereby producing a positive impact for the society with investments. READ MORE

5. 4. The sources and dynamics of technological change in cassava farming in Ghana

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

   Author : Chekhros Kilichova; [2023]
   Keywords : Ghana; cassava; technology adoption; agricultural transformation; farm size; agricultural extension service; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Farm size expansion in some countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, including in Ghana, is a recent phenomenon, and is indicative of the agricultural transformation process taking place in the region. Technology use and adoption level is an integral and complex part of this process, which is studied in relation to the expanding farm sizes and agricultural transformation in this study. READ MORE

6. 5. Unlocking Strategies for Co-Financing Urban Nature-based Solutions: A balancing act between the scaling up and justice

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Ismat Fatema Fathi; [2022]
   Keywords : nature-based solutions; co-finance; scaling up finance; social justice; Business and Economics; Earth and Environmental Sciences; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : The current reality is that cities are losing green spaces rather than creating more of them, leading to many urban challenges. Urban nature-based solutions (NbS), through renaturing urban landscapes, are seen as a promising solution to help cities deal with climate change and build a better future for communities worldwide. READ MORE