Master theses: Recent submissions
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Environmental Impacts of Rapid Electric Vehicle Adoption: A Comprehensive Energy Source Analysis
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)The world is at a turning point, with major environmental problems demanding immediate action and the rapid adoption of renewable energy. Electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a possible alternative to reduce carbon ... -
Trafikkreduksjon og bilfrihet i Bergen
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)Dette studiet tar for seg tematikken bilfrihet og reduksjon av personbiltrafikk i Bergen. Formålet har vært å undersøke hovedproblemstillingen hvordan Bergen kommune arbeider for en bilfri by. Oppgaven har tatt utgangspunkt ... -
Land Use and Land Cover Change: A Study of Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City, Nepal
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Intergenerational PTSD transmission resulting from russian invasion of Ukraine
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)The merciless War against Ukraine, which started by a terrorist state – russia in 2014, has had a significant impact on the whole Ukrainian population. As a consequence of this invasion, not only hundreds, thousands, but ... -
Understanding the Dynamics of Nutrient Management and Runoff from Plant Farms in the Potomac Watershed: Take Example of Nitrogen Management in Corn Planting of Frederick
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)In this paper, we focus on nitrogen load from corn planting in Frederick, in order to explore a generalized system dynamics structure and policy indications for nutrient pollution from agricultural planting in Potomac ... -
The impact of exchange rate policy on the level of trade competitiveness in Ukraine
(Master thesis, 2023-06-10)The impact of the exchange rate on the trade positions of national producers and on the development of domestic production is one of the critical issues for developing countries. Before the start of the full-scale invasion ... -
A system dynamic approach for determination of optimal monetary policy during the war and post- war period in Ukraine
(Master thesis, 2023-06-09)This thesis aims to develop and test a robust model that illustrates the process of inflation targeting in Ukraine during the war. The research expands to analyze the current inflation situation, examine transmission ... -
Tax and social policy reforms to support developing retail market in Ukraine
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)The main objective of the research is to assess the tax, economic, behavioral, and social factors affecting informal employment in retail in Ukraine. Key behavioral factors are reputational risks for citizens, the level ... -
Dynamic Analysis of Policy Options for Decarbonisation of Road Passenger Transportation in the United Kingdom
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The Aftermath of Climate Justice in Lofoten, Norway
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)The impacts of climate change are a pressing issue for the present and a looming concern for the future. We are witnessing global repercussions of our actions, from intense storms to prolonged drought. Our planet is at ... -
Raw Material Inventory Control Analysis: A Case Study for a Manufacturing Firm in Norway
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Sustainable Aviation Fuel in a Scandinavian Context - A Systems Perspective on Sustainable Transitions within the Aviation Industry
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)The aviation sector is a major contributor to global carbon emissions, accounting for approximately 2.5% of total global emissions. The main contributor to these emissions is the production and consumption of aviation fuel, ... -
Integrated Systems Analysis: Belgium’s SDG performance under Business As Usual scenario
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)In 2015, Belgium confirmed their political willingness to commit to sustainable development by adopting United Nations’ 2030 Agenda and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals it undermines. While the deadline to achieve the ... -
Observation of cetaceans’ population dynamic in the Black Sea waters including the negative impact of Russian Invasion: A System Dynamics Approach
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)This research focuses on the representation of the population dynamics of cetaceans in the Black Sea. The impact of a full-scale Russian invasion is also taken into account. With the help of the approach of System Dynamics, ... -
Urban Sprawl and Congestion in The Hague: A System Dynamics Modeling Approach
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)Urban sprawl and congestion have significant detrimental effects on society and on the environment (Hennig, et al., 2016; OECD, 2018), and the phenomenon is regarded as a major challenge for urban Europe (Uhel, 2006). This ... -
Folkehelse i kommunal planlegging - ein studie om korleis kommunane Vindafjord og Tysvær i Rogaland fylkeskommune handterer FNs berekraftsmål 3 om god helse
(Master thesis, 2023-06-02)Folkehelse er eit sentralt tema som angår alle, og det er viktig å finne løysingar som både styrkar folkehelsa nå, og jobbar førebyggande for framtida. FNs berekraftsmål 3 – god helse – må i stor grad bli løyst på det ... -
The Effects of Human Activities on The Ecosystem of Kelp Forests in Norway: A System Dynamics Modelling Approach
(Master thesis, 2023-03-22)This thesis aims to contribute to existing knowledge about the ecosystem of kelp forests in Norway. The thesis revolves around the creation of a model that is a simplified conceptual representation of the ecosystem, which ... -
A Systems Approach to Supply-Demand Interactions in Norway: A Case for the Recent Growth in Rooftop Photovoltaic Panels Investments
(Master thesis, 2023-02-02)Adoption of solar panels in Norway has been driven by various factors ranging from the economic benefit from adoption, motivation for self-sufficiency, knowledge of the performance of PV and the perceived environmental ...