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1. 1. Paths forward for Sustainable Maritime Transport : A techno-economic optimization framework for next generation vessels

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

   Author : Julian Ulrich Hausweiler; [2023]
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   Abstract : Recently, the decarbonization of maritime transport has received increased attention, in order to align with the targets of the Paris Agreement. In 2023, the International Maritime Organization unveiled their revised greenhouse gas strategy with an ambitious target: net-zero emissions by 2050. READ MORE

3. 2. Portfolio Theories: A Comparison Between General and Sustainable Portfolios

   University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för fysik

   Author : Axel Zetterfeldt; [2023]
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   Abstract : Insurance companies hold large amounts of assets to ensure that they can meet the claims of policyholders. They prefer safer investments with lower risk to guarantee future payouts. Sustainability has become a growing topic over the last couple of years and insurance companies have the possibilities to make the world more sustainable. READ MORE

4. 3. Possibility to reuse and recycle wood waste and CDWW

   University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

   Author : Julia Christensen; [2023]
   Keywords : wood; wood waste; construction and demolition wood waste; recycling; reusage;

   Abstract : This essay will address if and how it is possible to reuse and recycle wood waste and CDWW (construction and demolition wood waste). The background will have a short introduction and then be divided into 3 sections. The first section addresses similarities and differences between linear vs. circular economy. READ MORE

5. 4. An empirical study about the relationship between ESG and firm performance in Nordic countries with the moderating effect of environmental innovation.

   University essay from Jönköping University

   Author : Nadiya Ghannadighomi; Elias Johansson; Barbara Saliba; [2023]
   Keywords : Environmental; social; and governance ESG ; Firm performance; Return on equity ROE ; Stakeholder theory; Environmental innovation; Nordics;

   Abstract : Background: During recent years, the growing attention to environmental, social, and governance factors (ESG) as a recognized sustainability performance measurement has led to that corporate participation in sustainable development as one of the main concerns among stakeholders. The Nordic countries have been outstanding leaders in terms of sustainability for years and consistently ranked excellent on ESG scores. READ MORE

6. 5. Improving charging scheduling of public transport electric buses

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

   Author : Franz Bamberg; Anna Hassler; [2023]
   Keywords : Peak load; electricity trading; spot prices; electric buses; bus transport operator; battery energy storage system; charging scheduling; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Title: Improving charging scheduling of public transport electric buses Authors: Anna Hassler & Franz Bamberg Supervisor: Johan Marklund, Lund University Background: This thesis focuses on a Swedish BTO that operates EB fleets. For companies investing in electrification, record-high and volatile electricity prices, present challenges and creates a need to improve the charging scheduling of EBs to reduce costs. READ MORE