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Integrating spatial models into regional energy system optimisation: focusing on biomass
Schardinger, Ingrid; Botzenhart, Florian; Biberacher, Markus - In: International Journal of Energy Sector Management 6 (2012) 1, pp. 5-32
forestry process chains in an energy system model, on a regional scale. The main focus is on land use for biomass production … and forestry process chains. The system's commodities and processes are identified and these are linked appropriately in … improved understanding of the interdependencies between regional agricultural and forestry structures and the regional energy …
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Klimawandel und Wintertourismus – Ein Vulnerabilitätsprofil für die Region Tirol
Steiger, Robert; Trawöger, Lisa - In: Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft 3 (2011) 2, pp. 151-164
applied to 111 ski areas in Tyrol (Austria) and South Tyrol (Italy). A multi-level snow reliability classification scheme was …
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Mobilität und Tourismus, ein Überblick über die Entwicklung in Österreich
Molitor, Romain - In: Zeitschrift für Tourismuswissenschaft 11 (2019) 2, pp. 289-298
Zusammenfassung Mobilität und Tourismus hängen zusammen; insofern werden auch die Treibhausgas-Emissionen im Tourismus maßgeblich vom Verkehr verursacht, wobei das Ausmaß der Treibhausgas-Emissionen vom gewählten Verkehrsmittel bei der Anreise abhängt. Für die Anreise der...
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Achieving Consensus Despite Apposing Stakes: A Case of National Input for an ISO Standard on Sustainable Wood
de Vries, Henk J.; Winter, Beke; Willemse, Harmen - In: International Journal of Standardization Research (IJSR) 15 (2017) 1, pp. 29-47
Decision-making in many standardization committees is consensus-based, but this can be difficult to achieve if stakeholders have conflicting interests. This article develops an approach to consensus-building in standardization by applying the Harvard method of negotiation to standardization. The...
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A software framework for agricultural and forestry robots
Hellström, Thomas; Ringdahl, Ola - In: Industrial Robot: An International Journal 40 (2013) 1, pp. 20-26
forestry robots. The primary goal is to provide generic high‐level functionality and to encourage distributed and structured … framework for development of agricultural and forestry robots. The robot architecture uses a state machine as replacement for …
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Role of linkages and diversity of partnerships in a Mexican community‐based forest enterprise
Orozco‐Quintero, Alejandra; Berkes, Fikret - In: Journal of Enterprising Communities: People and Places … 4 (2010) 2, pp. 148-161
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify and describe the pervasiveness and importance of various types of institutional and organizational interactions across multiple levels for the management of a community forest enterprise. Design/methodology/approach – The paper analyzes a...
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Information technology in supply networks
Günter, Hannes; Grote, Gudela; Thees, Oliver - In: Journal of Enterprise Information Management 19 (2006) 5, pp. 540-550
the forestry and timber industry. Findings – The results indicate that the SCMS implemented in this forestry network has …/value – Supply networks in forestry have to pay close attention to change management issues when designing and implementing …
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Sources of competitive advantage in woodworking firms of Northwest Russia
Toppinen, Anne; Toivonen, Ritva; Mutanen, Antti; … - In: International Journal of Emerging Markets 2 (2007) 4, pp. 383-394
Purpose – The existing literature emphasizes the strategic choices of core competencies/capabilities based on intangible and tangible resources, and the combination of these as the base for developing firm‐level strategies. However, little is known about the organizational structure,...
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Evaluation of sustainability schemes for international bioenergy flows
Mikkilä, Mirja; Heinimö, Jussi; Panapanaan, Virgilio; … - In: International Journal of Energy Sector Management 3 (2009) 4, pp. 359-382
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to outline a comprehensive picture of the coverage of various certification schemes and sustainability principles relating to the entire value‐added chain of biomass and bioenergy and comparing them accordingly. Design/methodology/approach – A...
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Knowledge management in a New Zealand tree farming company
Lowe, Alan; McIntosh, Andrea - In: Journal of Organizational Change Management 20 (2007) 4, pp. 539-558
Purpose – Managers at the company attempt to implement a knowledge management information system in an attempt to avoid loss of expertise while improving control and efficiency. The paper seeks to explore the implications of the technological solution to employees within the company....
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