Essays about: "thesis on agricultural pollution pollution"
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1. Upscaling agroecology in Sweden : a participatory-backcasting approach to investigate top-down measures for promoting an agroecological transition of the Swedish agricultural system
University essay from SLU/Dept. of People and SocietyAbstract : Alongside its important contribution to the increase of yields, industrial agriculture has also generated environmental, social and economical negative side effects. Moreover, the forecasted growth of the world’s population puts more pressure for solutions on how to increase food supply while reducing the negative effects of the current agricultural system. READ MORE
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2. Transition of agroecology in Bali, Indonesia : what are the main barriers and opportunities for small-scale farmers to scale-up agroecology in central Bali?
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)Abstract : Since the late 1960’s, the Green Revolution introduced high yielding varieties in association with agrochemicals to address increasing food demands across Southeast Asia. Indonesian government extended these “technological packages” through political incentives replacing traditional farming methods to stimulate agricultural productivity and economic growth. READ MORE
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3. Demonstrating a phytotechnological design-approach : plant biology in stormwater remediation practice
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural DevelopmentAbstract : In this master’s thesis the field of phytotechnology is investigated. Phytotechnology is a collection of largely unexploited methods and processes that aim to employ the abilities of plants to manage contaminants in our environments. READ MORE
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4. Studying the impact of a mobile application in food waste reduction, circular economy, and social interaction inside the community.
University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för datavetenskap och medieteknik (DM)Abstract : Social and ecological sustainability applications are a significant way to bring equality, equity, and happiness in society. Food waste and food security are two of the most significant problems the people have to tackle the next years. READ MORE
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5. Indoor Air Pollution, Passive Ventilation Strategies and Thermal Comfort in Nepal
University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljöAbstract : Indoor Air Pollution (IAP) resulting from indoor burning of solid biomass fuels in poorly ventilated kitchens is a severe health risk in parts of the world where energy poverty is prevalent. Passive ventilation, i.e. taking advantage of naturally induced airflow has been suggested as crucial in reducing IAP levels below safe limits. READ MORE