by jarbel | Nov 24, 2024 | Calender
Environmental policy instruments may fail to be implemented if citizens have a very negative view of them. Designing policy tools that are acceptable to the public is sometimes a balance between factors like the instrument’s effectiveness, the cost to the individual,...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by jarbel | Nov 24, 2024 | Calender
When a policy or measure is described as “effective,” it can sometimes mean that it achieves the desired goal. However, it can also refer to “cost-effectiveness,” meaning that a certain goal—such as a reduction in emissions—is reached at the lowest possible cost. In...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by jarbel | Nov 24, 2024 | Calender
The term “circular economy” generally refers to an economy where materials are used in closed loops, allowing products and materials to be reused and recycled. “Circularity” is a means to achieve sustainability. A key aspect of a circular...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by jarbel | Nov 12, 2024 | News, Sustainable Consumption
PHOTO: Tetiana Lazunova & Dzmitry Baranau, Mostphotos Values are our fundamental beliefs about what is important and right. To tackle the ecological crisis, a shift in values is needed, according to several researchers from KTH and others. Hanna Eggestrand...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by jarbel | Nov 12, 2024 | Sustainable Consumption
PHOTO: Matthias Lehner, Pernilla Hagbert and Göran Finnveden Several researchers from Mistra Sustainable Consumption have been awarded a total of 18 million SEK in research funding. The funds will enable further research into sustainable consumption. Formas, a Swedish...