Essays about: "urbanisation"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 232 essays containing the word urbanisation.

  1. 11. Trädplan för den moderna kvartersstaden : ett växtgestaltningsförslag för Nya Gatan, Nacka stad

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

    Author : Marit Jonsson; [2023]
    Keywords : gatuträd; exotiskt växtmaterial; förtätning; rumslig upplevelse; 3-30-300;

    Abstract : Hållbara städer och samhällen är ett av FN:s globala mål. I en värld där urbanisering är den rådande trenden är förtätning ett sätt att resurseffektivisera städerna. En förtätning av staden, som i många fall innebär höga byggnader, påverkar skalan och den rumsliga uppfattningen av det offentliga rummet. READ MORE

  3. 12. WASTEWATER REUSE FOR IRRIGATION : Investigation of heavy metals and pharmaceuticals impact on crop irrigation

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för ekonomi, samhälle och teknik

    Author : Abusah Paschal; [2023]
    Keywords : treated wastewater; sewage farms; wastewater treatment plant; freshwater; systematic literature review; contaminants; salinity; carbon content; plant yield;

    Abstract : The use of treated wastewater (TWW) for crop irrigation is how many governments are looking to feed their large population due to urbanisation. Here, we outline and analyse the benefits of using TWW and the drawbacks of such practices in line with existing regulations. READ MORE

  4. 13. Land Use/Land Cover Classification From Satellite Remote Sensing Images Over Urban Areas in Sweden : An Investigative Multiclass, Multimodal and Spectral Transformation, Deep Learning Semantic Image Segmentation Study

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap

    Author : Oskar Aidantausta; Patrick Asman; [2023]
    Keywords : data fusion; deep learning; land use land cover classification; multiclass; multimodal; remote sensing; semantic segmentation; Sentinel satellite; spectral index; U-Net; Urban Atlas;

    Abstract : Remote Sensing (RS) technology provides valuable information about Earth by enabling an overview of the planet from above, making it a much-needed resource for many applications. Given the abundance of RS data and continued urbanisation, there is a need for efficient approaches to leverage RS data and its unique characteristics for the assessment and management of urban areas. READ MORE

  5. 14. Analysis of pervasive climate risks to global rice production at the subnational level

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Qian Mei; [2023]
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    Abstract : Rice is a vital crop and main source of calories for half the global population, particularly in the GlobalSouth. Despite increasing demand for rice, climate change, urbanisation, and land use development arethreatening rice production and therefore food security. READ MORE

  6. 15. Accessibility of green spaces with recreational values : A GIS network analysis for the City of Stockholm

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Jana Werner; [2023]
    Keywords : GIS; Network Analysis; Stockholm; Sociotope; Accessibility; Nature-Based Recreation; GIS; Nätverksanalys; Stockholm; Sociotop; Tillgänglighet; Naturbaserad Rekreation;

    Abstract : This thesis study assesses the accessibility of green spaces with recreational values in Stockholm. Urban green spaces are considered beneficial for human well-being and for mitigating the negative effects of climate change and increased urbanisation. READ MORE