Essays about: "transport"

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  1. 1. Cost-benefit analysis of cycle to work scheme : implemented in Jönköping municipality, 2016

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Sandra Gradin; [2019]
    Keywords : CBA; active transport AT ; cycle to work scheme C2W ;

    Abstract : In a response to negative externalities such as GHG emission, health costs, infrastructural costs, noise and air pollution etc. caused by motorised transportation international organizations and governments have started promoting shifts towards active transportation such as walking and cycling. READ MORE

  3. 2. Work is where my bike is. Identifying windows of opportunity for bike commuting in the heart of Germany’s car industry

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Sandra Seethaler; [2019]
    Keywords : Sustainability Science; Behaviour Analysis; Bike Communiting; Sustainable Mobility; Transport Planning; Germany; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : In Germany, country of diesel bans and postponed climate goals, the region of Baden-Württemberg, as the heart of the country’s car industry, faces especial challenges. Due to its highly car-oriented transport system and topographical structure, the region is notorious for some of the country’s worst air quality levels. READ MORE

  4. 3. CONCEPT FOR A PORTABLE ASSISTIVE LIFTING SEAT

    University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/JTH, Industridesign

    Author : PABLO CALVIN LINARES; [2019]
    Keywords : Lifting seat; Locking mechanism; Plastic sheet; Democratic design; Product development; Industrial design; Product design; Ergonomics;

    Abstract : This project consists of the design of a concept for a portable assistive seat in collaboration with IKEA. The aim of the project is to create a solution that fits within the Omtänksam family of products and shares the company’s values of what is so-called Democratic Design: Form - Quality - Low Price - Function – Sustainability The Omtänksam Family is focused on products that can help the elderly to have a more comfortable life while blending with the home environment. READ MORE

  5. 4. Commuting to Skåne’s Regional Centers - A Quantitative Study of Opportunities and Possible Consequences for Students

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi

    Author : Alva Rosager; [2019]
    Keywords : school commute; time geography; public transport; school choice; Skåne; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Region Skåne has designated seven regional centers in Skåne: Malmö, Lund, Helsingborg, Landskrona, Hässleholm, Kristianstad and Ystad. These centers are to be, among other things, providers of key services. READ MORE

  6. 5. Investigation of Emission Source Heights in FLEXPART 10.02 for the Wildfire in Pedrógão Grande, Portugal, 2017

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Luft-, vatten och landskapslära

    Author : Anton Nygren; [2019]
    Keywords : wildfire; Pedrógão Grande; structural similarity; SSIM; FLEXPART; MERRA2; CO; emission source height; skogsbränder; Pedrógão Grande; strukturell likhet; SSIM; FLEXPART; MERRA2; CO; utsläppshöjd;

    Abstract : One of the worst wildfires in Portugal in 2017 on June17- 21 started at the central part of Pedrógão Grande and spread fast to the surrounding areas Góis, Pampilhosa da Serra and Arganil. The wildfire took 64 lives and a large smoke plume was observed. READ MORE