Essays about: "social-ecological systems"

Showing result 41 - 45 of 112 essays containing the words social-ecological systems.

  1. 41. Patterns of Collaboration for Sustainability in the Global Clothing Industry

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

    Author : Ivan Simon Kallstenius; [2019]
    Keywords : keystone actors; business ecosystems; brokerage; coordination; collaboration; global industries; networks; sustainability;

    Abstract : Global industries are characterized by complex networks of organizations, which are often dominated by a few disproportionately large transnational corporations. While industry consolidation is not a new phenomenon, the scale and speed at which global industries now impact diverse social-ecological systems is unprecedented. READ MORE

  3. 42. Our Common Sea : Global Environmental Governance and The Marine Stewardship Council Story

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk och industriell utveckling

    Author : Chloe Beemer; [2019]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Fish. Why do fish matter? Fish are the main source of protein for three billion people on Earth (World Wildlife Fund, 2019), that is roughly 39 percent of the global population (United Nations, 2019, p. 11). Food, in particular, is essential to politics, as it literally fuels the brainpower of mankind. READ MORE

  4. 43. New economy, same challenges: Is Circular Economy enabling a sustainable and holistic transition in Europe?

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Céline Karina E. Ubbelohde; [2019]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Circular Economy; European Union; Content analysis; Sustainable Development Goals; social-ecological systems;

    Abstract : Circular economy has emerged as a new economic paradigm to solve problems of natural resource scarcity and environmental pollution by using resources more efficiently and designing products to minimize waste. This study examines the potential of circular economy to enable the achievement of sustainable development and the Sustainable Development Goals in Europe. READ MORE

  5. 44. The complex evolution of Japan's distant water fisheries : Exploring the evolution of Japan's distant water fisheries from 1950-2014

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

    Author : Sara Dreijer; [2018]
    Keywords : Japan; distant water fisheries; complexity;

    Abstract : Fisheries are dynamic social-ecological systems shaped by the interplay of diverse political, economic, social and ecological factors. Recently, recognition has grown that fisheries are complex adaptive systems and warrant examination within a broader social-ecological context. READ MORE

  6. 45. How to “flip the tortilla”: Exploring opportunities for a more sustainable food system in Spain through TEK-driven innovation

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Stockholm Resilience Centre

    Author : Leonie Guerrero Lara; [2018]
    Keywords : food systems; social-ecological innovation; traditional ecological knowledge; Spain; seeds of good anthropocenes; small-scale initiatives;

    Abstract : The modern global food system is a main driver of the Anthropocene: Food production entails profound global environmental changes from greenhouse gas emissions to biodiversity loss. Shifting diets further impact planetary and human health. Innovative approaches are needed to shift towards more sustainable, equitable and healthy food systems. READ MORE