Essays about: "knowledge valuation"

Showing result 41 - 45 of 91 essays containing the words knowledge valuation.

  1. 41. Addressing the Knowledge – Practice Gap of Ecosystem Service Valuations: Understanding the Barriers to Building Social-Ecological Resilience in Kalimantan, Indonesia

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Wolfgang Haider; [2018]
    Keywords : Ecosystem Service Valuation; Land-use decision-making; Knowledge-practice gap Resilience; Social-Ecological Systems; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : Knowledge acquired through ecosystem service valuations can provide valuable information to stakeholders making land-use decisions. Effective use of ecosystem service valuation knowledge with a cost-benefit analysis can create resilient social-ecological systems. READ MORE

  3. 42. Deltagande planering vid tätortsnära konflikter om skogen - intressentanalys och preferensstudie i området runt Skärsjön, Skinnskatteberg

    University essay from SLU/School for Forest Management

    Author : Agnieszka Björk; [2018]
    Keywords : hyggesfritt; målkonflikter; attityder;

    Abstract : The forest is Sweden's largest natural resource, and it is expected to meet several conflicting needs Wood production is prioritized, but in recent years, conservation of environmental values and biodiversity have also demanded their right. Another important aspect of the forest is the importance of social values. READ MORE

  4. 43. CSR disclosure and decision usefulness - are firms aware of what information users find as useful? A study investigating the dichotomy in perceptions between reporters and users

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Naosil Hanna; Oscar Bjurviken; [2018]
    Keywords : CSR; Sell-side equity analysts; Equity valuation; Investment relations;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the identified research gap concerning the area of sell-side equity analysts' informational needs and preferences, relating to the relevance and usefulness of the informational value in CSR disclosure. An exploratory, qualitative study has been made to investigate the dichotomy in perceptions between reporters and users. READ MORE

  5. 44. Management, valuation and evaluation of urban greenspace and trees in relation to resilience; : The importance of ecosystem services in the built environment and how they are maintained and cared for.

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Pia isaksson; [2018]
    Keywords : resilience; ecosystem services; green structures; urban planning;

    Abstract : Abstract: Managing worldwide urbanization and housing shortage in cities through a resilient development isan immense issue of today. This study states the risk with urban densification, at the expense ofgreenspace, which is crucial to maintain vital ecosystem services. READ MORE

  6. 45. The Financial Impact of Applying the Servitization Business Model: an empirical research based on the residual income valuation model

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

    Author : Christina Tan; Yufan Wei; [2018]
    Keywords : Servitization; Residual Income Valuation Model RIV ; q-value; Business Model; Intellectual Capital;

    Abstract : As many manufacturing firms find servitization business model a trend, a need for investigating the firm value difference between this new business model and the traditional manufacturing business model has arisen. In this study, we examine the implied q-value in these two business models and consequently discuss the distinct business characteristics of transforming into a service-focused business model. READ MORE