Search for dissertations about: "Dissertation on environmental issues"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 76 swedish dissertations containing the words Dissertation on environmental issues.
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1. Substance flow analyses of metals and organic compounds in an urban environment : – the Stockholm example
Abstract : The intensified use of materials, products and goods in our time involves massive consumption of metals and organic compounds that can be released from society to the environment in the various stages of production, use and waste. Depending on the circumstances this may give rise to environmental risks, as metals in general and certain organic substances may be toxic in the short or long term. READ MORE
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2. Studies on spatial and temporal distributions of epiphytic lichens
Abstract : Lichens are an important group of organisms in terms of environmental issues, conservation biology and biodiversity, principally due to their sensitivity to changes in their environment. Therefore it is important that we develop our understanding of the factors that affect lichen distribution. READ MORE
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3. Foresight and Feedback: Monitoring and assessing the environmental implications of emerging technologies
Abstract : The magnitude of the change required to approach sustainability indicates an effort that will have to be sustained over decades, during which vast new technology systems will have to be developed and deployed. Yet technological development is a double edged sword, and these efforts will inevitably incur unintended consequences. READ MORE
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4. Towards a Circular Economy with Environmental Product Policy : Considering dynamics in closing and slowing material loops for lighting products
Abstract : A Circular Economy (CE) can help to achieve the sustainable development goal of responsible consumption and production. Product policies, in turn, can support CE objectives by promoting reuse of products, recycling of materials, and providing ecodesign incentives for more durable products. READ MORE
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5. Environmental issues and the information technology industry : essays on branding and product development
Abstract : The information technology industry has played a critical role in enabling economic development and advancing living standards around the world for the last 50 years. While the contributions of IT have benefited all of us, the technologies have also generated huge quantities of electronic waste, and consumed significant energy. READ MORE