Search for dissertations about: "local agenda"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 88 swedish dissertations containing the words local agenda.

2. 1. The Indivisible 2030 Agenda : Systems analysis for sustainability

   Author : David Collste; Sarah E. Cornell; Arnaud Diemer; Thomas Hahn; Ana Paula Dutra Aguiar; Jan Sendzimir; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; 2030 Agenda; Sustainable Development Goals; SDGs; synergy; integrated policy; systemism; planetary boundaries; policy coherence; system dynamics; participatory approach; human well-being; Sustainability Science; vetenskap om hållbar utveckling;

   Abstract : In 2015 the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda with 17 global sustainable development goals (SDGs) to shift the world onto a sustainable path. By referring to the SDGs as indivisible, the Agenda emphasises the interdependence of social and ecological concerns. READ MORE

4. 2. The use of standardised environmental management systems in Swedish local authorities

   Author : Sara Gustafsson; Linköpings universitet; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Environmental Management Systems; EMS; ISO 14001; EMAS; local authorities; Local Agenda 21; Local Investment Programme LIP ; mapping;

   Abstract : This thesis focuses on one of many tools that can be used for enhancing  environmental management in local authorities; standardised environmental management systems (EMSs). EMS is a strategic environmental management tool that originally was designed for and mainly used by industrial organisations. READ MORE

5. 3. Exploring local governance in urban planning and development : the case of Lindholmen, Göteborg

   Author : Åsa von Sydow; Göran Cars; Thord Strömberg; KTH; []
   Keywords : Social sciences; governance; urban regiome theory; urban planning and development; governing process; agenda; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP;

   Abstract : In the late 1970s the city of Göteborg was faced with massive job loss as well as an empty urban waterfront (Norra Älvstranden) due to the closing down of the shipyards. Since then Göteborg has been struggling to transform itself into a successful post-industrial city. READ MORE

6. 4. Towards sustainable development : Indicators as a tool of local governance

   Author : Eva Mineur; Katarina Eckerberg; Neil Carter; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; sustainability indicators; policy discourse; sustainable development; public participation; institutional arrangements; indicator design; local governance; Swedish environmental politics; implementation; Political science; Statsvetenskap;

   Abstract : Beginning in the 1990s, sustainability indicators have rapidly been developed in different political contexts to measure progress towards reaching sustainable development. Previous research has largely focused on developing models and criteria for defining indicators in order to identify scientifically sound systems. READ MORE

7. 5. Local environmental governance: Assessing proactive initiatives in building energy efficiency

   Author : Nora Smedby; Internationella miljöinstitutet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; local governance; policy evaluation; building energy efficiency; sustainability transitions; polycentric governance;

   Abstract : Local governments are increasingly taking the initiative in environmental governance. But can they make any difference in addressing current environmental challenges, which are becoming more and more global in scope? This PhD thesis explores and analyses the outcomes of proactive initiatives in the field of building energy efficiency, and the governance approaches taken. READ MORE