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  1. 1. Peers, Privacy & Pleasure: A mapping of how social norms influence consumers in their diffusion of a social media application with privacy implications, the case of TikTok

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Axel Fohlin; Carl Klittmar; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Social Norms; Injunctive Norms; Descriptive Norms; Personal Norms; Privacy Implication; Privacy Concern; Privacy Risk; Diffusion of Innovation; TikTok;

    Abstract : TikTok, the social media network where users can post and share user created content with one another, has fallen under examination of governments across the globe due to rising distress in regards to the privacy implications that the app may have. Understanding how TikTok reached such success even with an apparent privacy implication calls for a mapping of the social norms (Injunctive, Descriptive, Personal) and how they shaped consumer perceptions. READ MORE

  3. 2. Greening the grid of Indonesia - Second life application for Lithium-Ion Electric Vehicle batteries in Indonesia’s Energy System

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovation

    Author : Felix Kruse; Paula Runsten; [2023]
    Keywords : electrification; battery repurposing; renewable energy; net-zero emissions; energy storage systems; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : With the increasing energy demand from urban electrification, the growing economy and global warming, Indonesia has some extensive challenges ahead. Additionally, growing demand for Li-ion batteries is causing shortages of virgin battery minerals in parallel with the increasing demand for energy storage to accommodate electrification. READ MORE

  4. 3. Interacting futures of the Swedish food system

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

    Author : Hanna Carlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : scenarios; scenario modelling; fuzzy cognitive maps; food systems;

    Abstract : Food systems are complex social-ecological systems. Currently, they are the source of large-scale health problems and environmental impacts, and there is widespread agreement that transformative change is needed. Scenarios are useful tools for directing such change, as they provide engaging future visions that work well with complex systems. READ MORE

  5. 4. Are renewable sources displacing fossil fuels in electricity generation? : A panel data investigation on global data

    University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Nationalekonomi

    Author : Andreas Sörling; [2023]
    Keywords : Climate change; Energy transitions; Green Growth; Displacement Paradox; Jevons Paradox; Panel Data;

    Abstract : As the consequences of climate change is increasing the need of replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy globally is becoming more urgent. A central question that has been questioned in the literature is that if the world is on track on a transition away from fossil fuels or if we are only adding renewable energy to the energy mix in a world that continues to grow and consume more energy. READ MORE

  6. 5. Decentralizing electricity generation in Cuba : Implementation of a microgrid in the sugar mil lCarlos Baliño

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

    Author : Aylin Berber; Cornelia Eriksson; [2023]
    Keywords : Microgrid; renewable energy; bagasse; self-sufficiency; Microgrid; förnybar energi; bagass; självförsörjande;

    Abstract : Cuba has a long history of different dependencies and is a country facing many energy challenges, and therefore seeks to diversify its energy sources and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. The purpose of this degree project is therefore to conceptualize a microgrid based on renewable energy sources for local energy sustainability at the lowest cost possible. READ MORE