Essays about: "local authority financial management"

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  1. 1. Governance of wicked problems : the case of Swedish banks and the wicked problem of biodiversity loss

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Evelina Bingmark; Karl Lodén; [2022]
    Keywords : Multilevel governance; wicked problem; stakeholders; biodiversity loss; Swedish banks; Agenda 2030; frameworks;

    Abstract : As the number of organizations that integrate sustainability in their operations has significantly increased, the issue of sustainability has moved away from being strictly a governmental issue to becoming a governance issue - involving not only the public sector but also the private. Different levels of authority and power try to manage these global sustainability issues, which are defined as wicked problems. READ MORE

  3. 2. Analysis of Costs and Emissions Related to Microgrid Electricity Generation in Mae Sariang : A Minor Field Study in Thailand

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

    Author : Ellen Gardholm; Hedvig Hoff; [2022]
    Keywords : Microgrid; Thailand; rural electrification; renewable energy; sustainable development goals; Microgrid; Thailand; landsbygdselektrifiering; förnybar energi; globala målen;

    Abstract : Rural electrification serves as a tool to reach several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, challenges occur related to increased electricity access, involving financial, informational, technical and regulatory factors. READ MORE

  4. 3. Bottom-up Projects and the Study of Their Prerequisite Starting Points - A Multiple Case Study on Temporary Use Projects in Malmö

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för kultur och samhälle (KS)

    Author : Teerapong Sanglarpcharoenkit; Sophia Friedel; [2020]
    Keywords : temporary use; project phase; project stakeholders; project enabler; bottom-up urban development; sustainable urban development;

    Abstract : This paper uses an exploratory multiple case study research approach to investigate three bottom-up temporary use projects in Malmö. The aim is to provide an understanding of starting processes of temporary use through a project lens with a focus on phases and activities; key stakeholders and motivations; and project key enablers. READ MORE

  5. 4. Who is taking care of the passenger? : Are there any motives for a governmental funded passenger organization in Sweden?

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Kulturgeografi

    Author : Emil Frodlund; [2015]
    Keywords : Passenger organization; public transport; passengers; liberalized market; advocacy;

    Abstract : Sweden lacks a powerful advocate who can represent the passengers in the public transport sector. In conjunction with the liberalization of the public transport market, the bus and rail services that have been opened up for competition and the allocation of responsibility within public transport has been divided into a several amount of actors. READ MORE

  6. 5. Integrated Solid Waste Management : A Possible Solution to Environmental and Sanitation Problems in the Ancient City of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

    University essay from Tema vatten i natur och samhälle; Filosofiska fakulteten

    Author : Sunday Komolafe; [2012]
    Keywords : Environmental problems; Ibadan city; ISWM; Solid waste; Waste hierarchy;

    Abstract : The quantity of solid waste generated in Nigeria has increased at an alarming rate over the decades with lack of efficient and sustainable waste management in most cities of the country. This can be attributed to incessant increase in population, expansion of urban areas, industrialization and consumption rates. READ MORE