Essays about: "scope and importance of environmental study"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 28 essays containing the words scope and importance of environmental study.

  1. 1. Status Mapping of tank to grave management of Low-GWP refrigerants.

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

    Author : Sandra Parra Gimeno; [2023]
    Keywords : Refrigerant; Blends; Synthetic low-GWP refrigerant; Natural refrigerant; Global Warming Potential GWP ; Tank-to-grave; Interviews.; Köldmedier; Blandning; Globalt uppvärmningspotential GWP ; Låg-GWP köldmedier; Naturligt köldmedier; installation till destruktion; Intervjuer.;

    Abstract : Refrigeration plays a vital role today in various residential, commercial, and industrial processes, requiring refrigerants to facilitate the cooling or heating processes. Over time, refrigerants have undergone significant changes to meet technological, social, environmental, and economic needs. READ MORE

  3. 2. Mapping and analysing the current waste paper recycling system in Europe for a new fiber-based packaging material

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Hande Seker Cakal; [2023]
    Keywords : Separate waste collection; material recovery; material recycling; extended producer responsibility; fiber-based cushioning packaging; Separat avfallsinsamling; materialåtervinning; utökat producentansvar; fiberbaserad dämpningsförpackning;

    Abstract : Fiber-based packaging has emerged as an alternative to plastic packaging, driven by concerns regarding environmental impact and excessive usage of plastic. In response to market trends favouring circular packaging solutions, Stora Enso is preparing to introduce Papira, an innovative fiber-based cushioning packaging material, in Europe. READ MORE

  4. 3. Mandatory financial disclosure and its implications for extractive companies : A review of the Liberia Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (LEITI)

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för ekonomi

    Author : Marilyn S. Myers; [2023]
    Keywords : disclosure; mandatory; extractive; financial; accountability; transparency; sustainability;

    Abstract : This study critically analyzes the mandatory financial disclosure requirements imposed on extractive companies operating in Liberia under the Liberia Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (LEITI) and examines their implications on transparency, accountability, and sustainability in the extractive sector. Firstly, the study utilizes a qualitative approach and conducts interviews with stakeholders involved in or affected by the extractive sector in Liberia. READ MORE

  5. 4. Multi-scale Bark Beetle Predictions Using Machine Learning

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

    Author : Albert Øhrman Wellendorf; [2023]
    Keywords : Geography; GIS; Geographically weighted regression; bark beetle; machine learning; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : Bark beetle attacks have led to widespread tree disturbance and deaths in many parts of the world, and thereby also economic and biodiversity losses. Forest-rich Sweden has experienced periodic attacks, latest in 2018. READ MORE

  6. 5. Decarbonization and Cross-sector partnership : A case study of Energize in the pharmaceutical industry

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Jan Henrik Björlekvist; Thi Phuong Dung Ly; [2022]
    Keywords : Cross-sector partnerships; Scope 3 emissions; pharmaceutical industry; Energize; pre-competitive partnerships; sustainability;

    Abstract : This study investigates how cross-sector collaborations can mitigate value chain emissions, thereby reducing complex environmental issues. The point of departure is the Energize program, which ten pharmaceutical companies introduced at COP26 in November of 2021. READ MORE