Social, culture and human sciences institute
Topic proposals
Public perception of renewable energy sources
- Analysing public attitudes and perceptions towards renewable energy technologies.
- Analysing the influence of public opinion on the adoption and implementation of sustainable energy solutions.
Social acceptance of green infrastructure
- Examining the social and cultural factors that influence the acceptance of green infrastructure projects, such as wind farms, solar installations, and sustainable urban planning.
Citizen participation in renewable energy projects
- Examining the role of citizen participation and engagement in the success of renewable energy initiatives.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of community-based approaches to promote sustainable energy solutions.
Environmental justice and energy access
- Examining environmental justice issues in the distribution of energy resources and their impact on marginalised communities.
- Analysing the role of policy and administration in ensuring equitable access to sustainable energy.
Behavioural economics and energy conservation
- Investigating the psychological and behavioural factors that influence individual energy consumption behaviour.
- Developing measures based on behavioural economics to promote energy savings and sustainable practises.
Cultural perspectives on environmental protection
- Examining how cultural values and beliefs influence attitudes and behaviours related to environmental protection.
- Analysing the role of indigenous knowledge in sustainable resource management.
Ethical considerations in energy production and consumption
- Examine ethical dilemmas associated with different methods of energy production, e.g. nuclear power or biofuels.
- Discuss ethical implications of energy consumption patterns in industrialised and developing regions.
Historical perspectives on energy transition
- Analyse historical case studies in energy transition and their socio-economic impacts.
- Understanding the lessons learned from past transitions to support current and future sustainable energy initiatives.
Media representation of environmental issues
- Examine how media portrayal influences public perceptions of environmental problems and solutions.
- Assess the role of the media in shaping policy discourse on sustainable energy and environmental issues.
Eco-friendly accommodation
- Certify and promote eco-friendly accommodations that incorporate sustainable practises, such as water and energy conservation, waste reduction, and local sourcing.
Environmental education, awareness, and educational initiatives
- Raising tourist awareness of responsible and sustainable travel practises through information campaigns and signage.
- Working with local communities to educate them on the importance of sustainability and involving them in decision-making processes.
Psychological empowerment
- Increasing individuals’ awareness through environmental education to improve their understanding of the impact of their actions on the environment.
Green finance and investment
- Attract green investment for sustainable tourism projects through partnerships with financial institutions, government incentives and international organisations.
- Develop financial mechanisms that support the transition to renewable energy and sustainable practises in the tourism sector.
Intercultural perspectives
- Recognise and respect cultural differences in environmental attitudes and behaviours. Tailor interventions that are culturally sensitive and consider the diversity of perspectives within and between societies.
Eco-linguistics
- Examine the relationship between language and environment.
- Investigate how linguistic structures can reflect or influence attitudes towards nature and sustainability.
- Research environmentally orientated language use in different cultures.
Language in environmental policy
- Examine the language used in environmental laws and policies.
- Examine how the choice of language influences the implementation and effectiveness of environmental regulations.
