Essays about: "low-carbon technologies"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 47 essays containing the words low-carbon technologies.

1. 1. Exploring potential E-fuel production pathways for maritime and aviation sectors in France : a techno-economic and environmental assessment

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

   Author : Mathieu Minaud; [2024]
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   Abstract : The aviation and maritime industries pose significant challenges for decarbonization, having increased activity in the past decade. One promising solution to limit emissions in these sectors is Electrofuels (E-fuel), derived from water electrolysis hydrogen and captured CO2 or nitrogen. READ MORE

3. 2. Digging Deeper: Exploring Roads to Inclusive Development Through Mine Closure Policy and Practices in the Dominican Republic

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Bianca Terrero Vega; [2023]
   Keywords : mine closure; inclusive development; mineral governance; community engagement; energy transition metals; just transitions.; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Mining operations have significant environmental and social impacts, including ecosystem fragmentation, biodiversity loss, pollution, and social issues such as low wages and unsafe working conditions. Despite these negative effects, mining plays a crucial role in the transition to low-carbon technologies and the demand for energy transition minerals is expected to surge. READ MORE

4. 3. The Impact of China's Digital Economy Development on Carbon Emissions - Taking 31 Key Cities as Evidence

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

   Author : Chu Han Qin; [2023]
   Keywords : Digital economy; Carbon emissions; Low-carbon development; Information and communication technology ICT ; Inverted U-shape; Environmental Kuznets Curve EKC ; Business and Economics; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Environmental deterioration led by global warming is accelerating, and low-carbon development has become a global consensus. China, as the world's largest developing country, has also responded to low-carbon development and proposed a "30.60" dual-carbon target aimed at reducing carbon emissions. READ MORE

5. 4. Determinants of Alternative Fuel Technology for Small Road Freight Transport Companies in Sweden

   University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomi

   Author : Johanna Arhall; Manuel Reis; [2023]
   Keywords : low-carbon fuel technology; alternative fuel technology; alternative fuel vehicles; road freight transport; determinants; resources;

   Abstract : The transportation sector plays a significant role in global carbon emissions, emphasizing the need for transitioning to alternative fuel technologies. This thesis primarily aims to examine the factors that influence small road freight transport companies in Sweden when transitioning to alternative fuel technology. READ MORE

6. 5. Renewables and electrification in Europe, A critical analysis

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Miljö- och energisystem

   Author : Thibault Damas; [2023]
   Keywords : Electrification; Renewables; Storage; Flexibility; Transmission; Europe; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Electrification of processes has become the cornerstone of the strategy to decarbonise energy supply, especially in recent years. This study aims to define the main issues underlying the electrification of the European energy mix, especially those caused by an increasing share of intermittent energies. READ MORE