Browsing NTNU Open by Author "Hermansen, John Eilif"
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A material flow analysis of recycling of gillnets from Norwegian fisheries - Case study of the Northern periphery and Arctic region
Hennøen, Hans Christian (Master thesis, 2016)This study attempts to quantify the flows of gillnets in Norway by using Material Flow Analysis. The research consist of mapping the extent of lost fishing gear in European and Norwegian fisheries and using the gathered ... -
A study on how Ghana can develop and implement a strategy for renewable energy in the perspective of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement.
Arkoh, Robert Junior (Master thesis, 2016)ABSTRACT Ghana is far from having a sustainable and independent energy system. The current energy mix in the country is: traditional biomass (66.7%); crude oil ̸petroleum products (26.2%); and electricity (7.1%) is mainly ... -
Analysis of the Environmental Management in the Planning Phase for the Construction of an Electrical Railway - The Case for the Electrification of the Trønder and Meråker Lines by Jernbaneverket
Hov, Helene Irgens (Master thesis, 2016)The purpose of the study is to analyse the environmental management in the planning phase of the case project Electrification of the Trønder and Meråker lines by Jernbaneverket. This includes identification of experiences ... -
Analyzing Social Responsibility Towards Improving Labor Practice Issues in Ethiopia - A Focus on Metahara Sugar Factory
Tekleab, Asnake Menbere (Master thesis, 2016)Socially Responsible Labour Practices (SRLPs) are part of a nation-wide employment and social protection strategy prepared by the Ethiopian government aiming to ensure workers rights. However, there is a significant lack ... -
Analyzing the potential effects of off-grid electrification through different funding and financing models - A case study of the LAMTIB initiative in Singapore.
Samuelsen, Joakim (Master thesis, 2017)The 17 Sustainable development goals for an inclusive and equitable future calls for collaborative efforts to reach them. The objective of this study is to explore the potential LAMTIB has to contribute to their attainment ... -
Application of the Sustainability Literacy Test at NTNU - A study on integration of the SULITEST as tool for learning and testing sustainability literacy
Teigen, Charlotte Solveig Engeseth (Master thesis, 2018)Main content - Social responsibility of a university - How Sulitest can be used to measure NTNUs results on sustainability compared with others. - How Sulitest can contribute to the vision "Knowledge for a better world" ... -
Are Plus Houses the Future? A Model for Guiding Decision Makers based on Current Standards for Sustainable Buildings and Plus House Projects
Hauge, Caroline (Master thesis, 2016)Buildings have a massive environmental impact, both in terms of energy use and GHG emissions. However, the improvement potential is substantial. With the SDGs and the Paris Agreement, the construction sector must contribute ... -
Catchment Forestry in Tanzania. Status and Management
Hermansen, John Eilif; Faye, Bendict; Corneliussen, Tore; Hofsten, Johnny; Venvik, Hans (Research report, 1985)The report is a conultancy for NORAD (Norwegian Agency for International Development) and Forest Division of the Tanzania Ministry of Lands, Natural Resources and Tourism. The report gives and overview over catcment forests ... -
Challenges and Potential of the Aquaculture Stewardship Council Standard in Salmon Fish Farming: Case: Marine Harvest Group
Bonsaksen, Erik (Master thesis, 2014)Effective and sustainable management in aquaculture is crucial to meet challenges related to global food production, increased world population, and climate change. Principles and criteria embodied in standards have ... -
Challenges to Sustainable Development - An Investigation of Sustainable Practices in Small-Scale Business and Local Government in England
Hunt, Britt Sophie Elverum (Master thesis, 2018)Humanity s ever increasing consumptive practices can no longer be sustained in the manner it has become accustomed to without resulting in severe repercussions. Decades of multidisciplinary research has produced extensive ... -
Circular economy in construction sector: barriers for scaling up construction materials reuse in Trondheim region, Norway
Marchuk, Julia (Master thesis, 2020)Construction industry is the largest consumer of resources and raw materials in the world. This industry is responsible for approximately 40% of total waste generated in the world and contributes significantly to the release ... -
Conserving the Value of Ecosystem Services in Suburban Residential Development: Case: Trondheim, Norway
Lee, Heather Kristen (Master thesis, 2014)This study attempts to identify the values that Trondheim homebuyers place on having natural areas of forest and freshwater near their homes. These values are then examined through the cultural ecosystem services they ... -
Decision-making for local implementation of education and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Myanmar - A case study of the LAMTIB Initiative
Lie, Lise Hagen (Master thesis, 2018)The thesis will emphasise a business research approach, aiming to give a critical, empirical discussion of the Initiate's needs while analysing the education and TVET on the local level in Myanmar. Following the umbrella ... -
Developing and Integrating Life Cycle Management Methods in Project Management Systems: Case: Faveo Prosjektledelse AS
Palmer, Erika (Master thesis, 2013)The goal of this master thesis was to develop life cycle management tools and methods for use in project management. The research questions concerned the practical integration of these tools in a system dynamics perspective ... -
Development of a circular economy model for the leisure-related economy and investigation of potential of implementing. A case study of the leisure-related economy at Oppdal, Norway.
Tiller, Åshild Viker (Master thesis, 2020)Utviklingen av fritidsboliger og den menneskelige atferden knyttet til fritidsøkonomien er ressurskrevende og er under et stort press for å være mer bærekraftig (Vittersø, 2007). Utviklingen av fritidsboligene og livsstilen ... -
Development of Sustainable Cities - Policy development and implementation challenges of climate mitigating efforts in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Costa Pinto Reggiani, Marcela (Master thesis, 2016)The rise of subnational governments promoting the climate change agenda introduces new scenarios, goals and challenges. In this thesis are addressed the challenges in planning and implementing climate change policies in ... -
Economic Assessment of Hydrogen Energy Production in Norway - An Economic Analysis of Strategies for Implementation of Hydrogen Fuel Produced by Renewable Energies in Norway
Moradi, Mahdis (Master thesis, 2018)Hydrogen energy is expected to become an important part of the energy system in Norway and play a significant role in transition to green fuels in the near future. The global attempt to protect the environment against ... -
Exploratory Study on the Renewable Energy Policy Framework in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Countries
Coccato, Gianmarco (Master thesis, 2020)The GCC is a fast-growing region in the Middle East both in economic and demographic terms. The traditionally hydrocarbon-based economy has exploited national resources for the export sector and for energy-intensive ... -
How Can the Public and Private Sector Work Together to Ensure More Sustainable Farming for Smallholder Farmers? - A Study of Public-Private Partnerships
Sandøy, Anniken Østerud (Master thesis, 2018)The future of the world s food systems is at risk, and there is an urgent need to tackle these issues before there are not enough resources to feed the world s population. In order to do so, the public and private sector ... -
How is the Leading Tobacco Firm Adjusting to the Sustainable Development Goals SDG #3 Good Health and Well-Being - Reduced Risk Products and the Public Health Potential in Norway and in England
Prestmo, Maiken Kaspersen (Master thesis, 2018)The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have become more important since its implementation and has gained greater attention from large corporations on a global level. The same can be said about Corporate Social Responsibility ...