Essays about: "risks to environment"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 624 essays containing the words risks to environment.

1. 1. Ageing process analysis of solar panels in graveyard geostationaryorbit for reusability potential

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för system- och rymdteknik

   Author : Robin Drevet; [2024]
   Keywords : space debris; Spacecraft Materials; satellite; Space Sustainability; Space Circularity; Space Manufacturing;

   Abstract : The constant growth of space debris and the associated risks force the space community to find solutions to mitigate them. Today the most advanced solutions to dispose of satellites and rocket stages after the end of mission consists of moving them either into a graveyard orbit or towards an atmospheric re-entry ending in the demise of both spacecraft and its materials. READ MORE

3. 2. Impact of European legislation on the prevention of psychosocial risks at work on workers in Greece

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Evgenia Christou; [2023-11-29]
   Keywords : psychological hazards; European Legislation; start-up company; Greece; job demands and resources;

   Abstract : The purpose of this research is to look into the impact of European legislation on the prevention of psychosocial risks for workers in small start-up enterprises in Greece. The study's goal is to determine whether the adoption of European legislation has resulted in changes in job demands and human resources. READ MORE

4. 3. Enhancing Circular Practices in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry - Exploring Opportunities and Challenges of Remanufacturing Electronic Control Units (ECUs)

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Vivian Ambiado; [2023-07-19]
   Keywords : Circularity; sustainability; remanufacturing; repair; ECUs; automotive industry; manufacturer; strategy;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the transition to a circular economy in the Swedish automotive manufacturing industry, with a specific focus on the implementation of remanufacturing for Electronic Control Units (ECUs). The study aims to identify opportunities and challenges associated with remanufacturing ECUs by considering product characteristics, strategic and business aspects, and the industrial and regulatory environment. READ MORE

5. 4. Insuring the Future: Managing Risks and Disruptions within the Insurance Value Chain - A multiple case study on the commercial insurance industry

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Ezabella Kwok; Sarah Pramle; [2023-07-19]
   Keywords : Risk; Risk Management; Commercial Insurance; Insurance Value Chain; Global Disruption; Covid-19 Pandemic;

   Abstract : Globalization has resulted in the fragmentation of business activities and participation in cross-border networks, giving rise to Global Value Chains, thus increasing vulnerability to risks and disruptions. While there is existing research on risk management in tangible product production within GVCs, there is a scarcity of literature on risk management in service industries, particularly on the Insurance Value Chain. READ MORE

6. 5. Exploring risks of blue economy developments to people’s livelihood. A case study of Namibia’s coastal communities.

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för marina vetenskaper

   Author : Femke van Toor; [2023-02-13]
   Keywords : Blue Economy; Risks; Livelihoods; Ecosystem services; Marine management;

   Abstract : Fuelled by the vision of the blue economy, marine sectors are developing and expanding at a fast rate. Though intended to be done in a sustainable matter, such developments often come with a large set of uncertainties and possible impacts on the environment as well as on the coastal communities who are depending on the natural environment to sustain their livelihoods. READ MORE