Search for dissertations about: "sustainable economic growth"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 115 swedish dissertations containing the words sustainable economic growth.
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1. No limits : the 20th century discourse of economic growth
Abstract : The breakthrough of the concept of economic growth in economics marks a paradigm shift in thinking about the economy and its place in 'reality.' This thesis analyzes the 20th century discourse of economic growth, focusing its unlimited connotations. The thesis consists of four case studies, two introductory parts and a concluding discussion. READ MORE
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2. Bioenergy, pollution, and economic growth
Abstract : This thesis consists of four papers: two of them deal with the effects on the forest sector of an increase in the demand for forest fuels, and two of them concern the relation between economic growth and pollution. Paper [I] is a first, preliminary study of the potential effects on the Swedish forest sector of a continuing rise in the use of forest resources as a fuel in energy generation. READ MORE
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3. Essays on African Growth, Productivity, and Trade
Abstract : The thesis comprises an introductory chapter and four research papers. The introductory chapter provides a brief overview of recent economic growth performance in Africa, places the individual papers into a coherent context, summarizes the main findings, and discusses their relevance for economic policy. READ MORE
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4. Limits of Tax Policy
Abstract : The size of government has increased dramatically over the last century. Given the magnitude of government involvement in the economy and the potential influence it has on individuals as well as the economy, studies documenting the effects of government size may offer particularly timely insights. This thesis addresses some of these issues. READ MORE
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5. Essays on Economic Growth
Abstract : This thesis consists of three essays on economic growth. The first two essays analyze convergence across regional economies. The third essay is a theoretical paper on sustainable development.. READ MORE