Essays about: "most significant contribution"

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  1. 6. Private and public quality of care- a comparison of pressure sore prevalence in Swedish care homes

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Hedda Carlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : private healthcare; nursing homes; care homes; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : This paper compares the quality of private and public health care, by studying Swedish care homes for elderly and disabled persons. The outcome of interest is the prevalence of pressure ulcers. Pressure ulcers are partly preventable by for example care home staff routines, nutrition and movement plans. READ MORE

  3. 7. Ecosystem services from woody vegetation in East African rangelands

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and Management

    Author : Anna Linnéa Elisabeth Swärd; [2023]
    Keywords : dryland ecosystems; rangelands; rangelands; woody vegetation; restoration; Karamoja; West Pokot; pastoralists; agro-pastoralists; East Africa;

    Abstract : Drylands cover nearly half of the Earth's land surface and are dominated by croplands and rangelands. Dryland ecosystems worldwide are affected by land degradation. Increased population pressure, climate change and unsustainable land use threaten essential ecosystem services and adversely impact people’s livelihoods and well-being. READ MORE

  4. 8. Demand controlled ventilation : Impact on energy use and indoor environmental quality

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

    Author : Therese Ottosson; [2023]
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    Abstract : European buildings account for a significant share of the energy-related emissions in Europe. Addressing the increasing energy use and its contribution to greenhouse gases (GHG) is internationally recognized as crucial, and emissions must be halted. READ MORE

  5. 9. A stakeholder-based analysis of potential photovoltaic systems’ contributions within the German government’s capacity addition plans to 2030

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Felix Rüsseler; [2023]
    Keywords : German Energy Transition; Photovoltaics; Photovoltaics System Types; Renewable Energy Policies; Stakeholder Interviews; Sustainable Development;

    Abstract : The ongoing energy transition in Germany foresees significant increases in the share of renewable energies in the country’s electricity mix until 2030. A share of 80% is targeted and photovoltaics should have a major contribution with a total capacity of 215 Gigawatts aimed to be installed. READ MORE

  6. 10. Buy Now, Pay Later: Assessing the Financial and Behavioral Implications for Gen-Z Consumers in the USA

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomi

    Author : Feseha Gebeyehu; Avraam Mavridis; [2023]
    Keywords : BNPL; Gen-Z; Impulsive spending; Overconsumption; Debt; Credit; Financial Wellbeing;

    Abstract : Background: The payment methods available to consumers for online purchases have evolved over time, with options ranging from debit and credit cards to e-wallets like PayPal and Apple Pay. Among these methods, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) has emerged as a significant payment method alternative. READ MORE