Essays about: "uppsala university sustainable development"
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1. Relationship between waste management in student accommodation and students' knowledge of waste management in relation to energy transition
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaperAbstract : In the context of the current energy transition and sustainable development, the promotion of waste separation and waste management is a good means of promoting the energy transition. Waste, when recycled, can contribute to the energy transition in many ways, for example by generating electricity, heating, recycling into raw materials for reuse and producing biofuels. READ MORE
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2. Is there a willingness to pay for shade provision as part of cycling urban infrastructure? Eliciting attributes of a discrete choice experiment in Neiva, Colombia
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaperAbstract : This manuscript reports on an exploration of whether shade provision is valued by urban users of cycling infrastructure. A description of the elicitation process has been outlined in order to build a general but detailed analysis of the different stages included in the exercise of attribute elicitation. READ MORE
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3. Lignin in Cosmetics: State of the Art : Discerning the value of lignin in the cosmetic industry
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Industriell teknik; Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för medicinsk biokemi och mikrobiologiAbstract : This study was carried out at the Department of Nanotechnology and Functional Materials,Uppsala University, one of several places where the interest of lignin in cosmetics is constantly growing. The functionalities of lignin have been studied to a great extent revealing its potential as a natural biopolymer to serve as a replacement for environmentally hazardous components in cosmetic formulations, namely UV-filters in sunscreens. READ MORE
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4. Developing the Impact Measurement and Management process of Swedish University Holding Companies
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknikAbstract : Global sustainability challenges are becoming increasingly more severe and the deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set in Agenda 2030 is approaching rapidly. Venture capital investments in sustainable start-up businesses is considered to be a key success factor for a long-term sustainable development across the globe. READ MORE
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5. Renewable energy use: country-specific assessment of its relationship with air pollution, health, human development indicators.
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaperAbstract : Renewable energy use is a growing topic worldwide due to climate change mitigation. Countries worldwide are trying to increase renewable energy use because it has many benefits, such as decreased air pollution, improved health conditions, and improved Human Development Index. READ MORE
