Search for dissertations about: "sustainable designs"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 80 swedish dissertations containing the words sustainable designs.
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1. Sustainable Interactions : Studies in the Design of Energy Awareness Artefacts
Abstract : This thesis presents a collection of experimental designs that approach the problem of growing electricity consumption in homes. From the perspective of design, the intention has been to critically explore the design space of energy awareness artefacts to reinstate awareness of energy use in everyday practice. READ MORE
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2. Sustainable inclusion without sustainability
Abstract : In this PhD project, I put forward the importance of becoming more comfortable with the oscillating nature of wisdom in physical education, sport, and research. This is also what the word `without´ in the title `sustainable inclusion without sustainability´ implies. READ MORE
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3. Why act sustainable? : Exploring what can be learnt from different approaches to motivations for pro-environmental behaviour
Abstract : To combat anthropogenic climate change, greenhouse gas emissions need to be reduced. Though one person’s actions cannot turn the tide, so to say, the combined effort of many individuals can. READ MORE
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4. Participating in Energy Systems through Everyday Designs – Exploring roles for households in a more sustainable energy future
Abstract : As households we participate in energy systems when, in the course of our everyday energy-reliant activities, we create a demand for energy and when we engage in energy-managing activities such as choosing an energy provider and deciding to support a specific source of energy. In this way, everyday life has an impact on the energy sector, and vice versa. READ MORE
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5. Development Towards Sustainable Ironmaking : The IronArc Process
Abstract : The IronArc process is a novel process for a more sustainable production of liquid pig iron using electricity for heating and hydrocarbons for reduction. This thesis aims to facilitate its use by investigating possible refractory solutions and the gas blowing in the process which is done by a plasma generator. READ MORE