Essays about: "past climate"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 352 essays containing the words past climate.

1. 1. Alternative business models for Swedish real estate developers Analysis of alternative business models applied by real estate developers in Sweden to manage macroeconomic challenges

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Marcus Edh; Douglas Edhage; Björn Jonasson; [2024-03-06]
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   Abstract : The current macroeconomic climate, with rising inflation and interest rate, is posing a significant challenge for real estate development firms in Sweden. The cost of developing properties is increasing and it is becoming increasingly difficult for many potential buyers to meet the high requirements for down payments associated with the traditional model of home ownership. READ MORE

3. 2. Staying Afloat - Examining the Resilience of the European Inland Waterway Transportation Industry in the Face of Climate Related Disruptions: A Policy and Resilience Analysis

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Linnea Ahlgren; Hibaakh Jamac; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Climate Change; Inland Waterway Transportation; Inland Barge Companies; Inland Ports; Policies and Initiatives; Adaptation; Extreme Weather;

   Abstract : Due to its lower emissions in comparison to other modes of transport, inland waterway transportation (IWT) has been increasingly considered a sustainable option by the European Union (EU), prompting a focus on transitioning towards it in recent years. However, the impact of climate change has led to a rise in extreme weather events, including floods and droughts, over the past few decades. READ MORE

4. 3. WILL THE MUNICIPALITIES BENEFIT? : The impact of wind power deployment on the local economy- Evidence from Sweden

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Nationalekonomi

   Author : Jessica Lidberg; [2023]
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   Abstract : Investment in wind energy has increased rapidly in the past few decades in Sweden and is believed to be important for mitigating climate change and contributing to energy independence. Despite this, wind power projects are frequently met with local opposition, and many wind power projects are rejected by the municipal veto. READ MORE

5. 4. Monthly heatwave prediction in Sweden based on Machine Learning techniques with remote sensing data

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Zhuoran Li; [2023]
   Keywords : Heatwave Prediction; Sweden; Machine Learning; Remote Sensing Data; Värmebölja förutsägelse; Sverige; Maskininlärning; Fjärravkänningsdata;

   Abstract : Heatwave events as a kind of extreme climate event, have plagued the human race for the past few years. It severely influences people’s life quality, sometimes even leads to some serious diseases. In order to alleviate the possible damages heatwave events can do, some targeted actions are necessary and forecasting heatwaves is one of them. READ MORE

6. 5. Blended Finance and the Diffusion of Renewable Energy Innovation : An exploratory study on bridging the commercialization fundinggap of renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia

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

   Author : Alma Berggren Ek; [2023]
   Keywords : Blended finance; climate finance; renewable energy investments; diffusion of innovation; Southeast Asia; Blandfinansiering; klimatfinansiering; förnyelsebar energi; Sydostasien;

   Abstract : Blended finance has the past decade become an increasingly popular way for development banks in Southeast Asia to invest in renewable energy projects with the aim of mobilizing additional private investments. Although definitions of the method differ among stakeholders, blended finance is a way of blending development loans with below-market-rate funds to lower risks experienced by private investors. READ MORE