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Câmara municipal de Cascais consulting lab in introducing a local currency: social, environmental and economical challenges

Year: 2021

Type: dissertation

Abstract: The project's focus is a potential introduction of a local currency to develop the local economy and sustainability.Bearing in mind the project's focus, several analyses were conducted focusing both the internal aspects and external aspects.It was also performed a study on local currencies and cryptocurrencies, supported by renowned economist and experts on the matter; on loyalty programs and Apps developed by private firms and on technological solutions.These studies and analyses were complemented by the analysis of a survey and in-depth interviews to both citizens and local businesses.Several recommendations were designed and provided to answer the overriding question.

Source: Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (RCAAP Project by FCT)

Author: Guilherme Coelho

Language: English

Topic: Social Sciences and Governance

Subfield: Urban Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Decent work and economic growth, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W3198904969

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