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The socio-cultural context and practical implications of ethnoveterinary medical pluralism in western Kenya
Nyamanga, Peter; Suda, Collette; Aagaard-Hansen, Jens - In: Agriculture and Human Values 25 (2008) 4, pp. 513-527
This article discusses ethnoveterinary medical pluralism in Western Kenya. Qualitative methods of data collection such as key informant interviews, open-ended in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), narratives, and participant and direct observations were applied. The study shows...
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INNOVATION AND SUCCESS: PERCEPTIONS, ATTITUDES AND PRACTICES OF YOUNG FARMERS
BOTSIOU, Maria G.; KOUTSOU, Stavriani; DAGDILELIS, Vassilios - In: Scientific Bulletin - Economic Sciences 13 (2014) 2, pp. 12-21
The adoption of innovations in business refers to a set of practices and actions which can contribute decisively to the … immediate productive, utilitarian and commercial application. Innovative practices and operations are an integral part of the … words, the mentality of the entrepreneur is the one that leads to the application of innovative practices in the business …
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From Toilets to Rivers: Experiences, New Opportunities, and Innovative Solutions
Asian Development Bank; Asian Development Bank (ADB) - 2014
This publication showcases a compilation of project briefs culled from case studies of good practices, new approaches …
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Current status and potential of hydro energy in Thailand: a review
Aroonrat, Kanit; Wongwises, Somchai - In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 46 (2015) C, pp. 70-78
Hydropower is currently the world׳s largest renewable energy source and plays an important role in the worldwide generation of electricity. Thailand has plenty of water resources that can be used to generate electricity. However, the appropriate development of hydropower coupled with proper...
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AVALIAÇÃO DOS BENEFÍCIOS SOCIOECONÔMICOS DO SANEAMENTO AMBIENTAL NO MUNICÍPIO DE CUIABÁ NO PERÍODO DE 2000 A 2005
Mendes, Carlos Magno; Silva, Cristiane Marcela Oliveira - Sociedade Brasileira de Economia e Sociologia Rural - SOBER - 2008
Fatores relacionados às condições de vida da população e às questões ambientais precárias são freqüentemente citados como os maiores responsáveis pela incidência de doenças e, às vezes, por traduzirem obstáculos ao controle de surtos de epidemias. O objetivo deste estudo é...
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Wave energy in China: Current status and perspectives
Zhang, Dahai; Li, Wei; Lin, Yonggang - In: Renewable Energy 34 (2009) 10, pp. 2089-2092
The progress in wave energy technologies in China during the past decade is briefly reviewed. And the description is focused on the wave energy resource and the current status of wave energy in China. The difficulties facing wave energy developments in China are summarized. The national policy...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10010804720
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Analysis of Improper Disposal of Solid Wastes in a Low-Income Area of Accra, Ghana
Anaman, Kwabena Asomanin; Nyadzi, Worlanyo Bernice - In: Applied Economics and Finance 2 (2015) 1, pp. 66-75
We examined the causes of poor sanitary condition in Gbawe, a low-income suburb of Accra, the capital city of Ghana in the current era of one of the worst epidemics of cholera in Accra which has been linked to improper disposal of wastes. This survey-based study identified improved and...
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Managing for Development Results: Rail Infrastructure Tariffs - Enabling Private Sector Development in Mongolia's Railway Sector
Asian Development Bank; Asian Development Bank (ADB) - 2014
Railways are essential for the development and diversification of Mongolia’s economy. The Government of Mongolia … enable liberalization of the freight market and spur private sector investment in Mongolia’s rail sector. …
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Developing Novel Approaches to Tracking Domestic Water Demand Under Uncertainty—A Reflection on the “Up Scaling” of Social Science Approaches in the United Kingdom
Browne, Alison; Medd, Will; Anderson, Ben - In: Water Resources Management 27 (2013) 4, pp. 1013-1035
Climate change, socio-demographic change and changing patterns of ordinary consumption are creating new and unpredictable pressures on urban water resources in the UK. While demand management is currently offered as a first option for managing supply/demand deficit, the uncertainties around...
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Risk and vulnerability analysis in practice: evaluation of analyses conducted in Swedish municipalities
Hassel, Henrik - In: Natural Hazards 63 (2012) 2, pp. 605-628
process itself. In studying and understanding the practices related to RVA, insights can be gained regarding ways in which the … municipalities developing their RVA practices, as well as for other actors performing similar types of analyses. Copyright Springer …
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