Sustainability, Volume 17, Issue 6

The research objective was to examine the factors influencing the effectiveness of agricultural extension in clove farming in Sidrap Regency. Primary data were collected using structured interviews with 140 selected clove farmers to achieve this obje...

The identification of waterlogging driving factors and the assessment of associated risks are of utmost importance to enable cities to sustain their development. Initially, this paper utilizes the kernel density estimation (KDE) technique to visually...

In order to explore the effects of planting two economic crops in Moso plantations on the composition of soil phosphorus-functional microbial community, this study collected soil samples of Persimmon and Tea-oil plantations cultivated on the original...

This study investigates how borrowing influences household consumption patterns in low-income and formerly impoverished regions of China, with implications for sustainable development goals (SDGs) such as poverty reduction (SDG 1), inclusive economic...

Leading industries have implemented various strategic initiatives to enhance the resilience and sustainability of their logistics support systems in response to series of unforeseen disruptions that have significantly impacted supply chains (SCs) and...

Institutional environmental measures play a fundamental role in the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2023–2027, which primarily focuses on eco-schemes and for which the EU Member States must allocate part of their direct payment budget. The tot...

This paper investigates the repeated disturbance of weakly cemented overburden rock caused by closely spaced coal seam mining, focusing on the effect of water infiltration on the strength degradation of weakly cemented mudstone. The study compares th...

To achieve the transition to sustainable energy and mobility systems, we are relying heavily on critical metals. The sustainable extraction, use, and circulation of these materials is not straightforward as contestation over the social and ecological...

The non-corrosive properties of carbon fibres allow for slimmer concrete components, which may reduce CO₂ emissions during production. Given that cement production contributes approximately 8% of global CO₂ emissions, finding alternatives is crucial....

In the present study, major oxide, trace, and rare-earth element (REE) contents in the stream sediments of the Ikuno and surrounding areas of the central part of Hyogo Prefecture in the Kinki district in southwestern Japan were analyzed. Several aban...

Urban green infrastructure’s health impacts on aging populations remain understudied, particularly regarding gender-specific responses in cold-climate cities facing sustainability challenges. This study investigated how sustainable urban design...

The Chinese government encourages enterprises participating in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) to improve their ESG performance to better align the BRI with sustainable development. This paper reveals the heterogeneous treatment effect of the BRI...

The rapid urbanization in Southeast Asia has resulted in an increase in vertical apartment buildings, bringing notable changes in residents’ lifestyles accompanied by Westernized cultures. Focusing on Indonesia, this study delves into how resid...

An innovative approach is reported for recovering Fe and Zn resources from hazardous zinc-bearing electric arc furnace dusts (ZBDs) in a sustainable manner. A combination of carbothermal and H₂ reduction were used to overcome challenges associated wi...

Reducing agricultural carbon emissions is key to promoting the sustainable development of agriculture. Carbon sources play a significant role in the carbon emissions of China’s planting industry. Researching the principles of evolutionary trend...

The rapid development of the food delivery industry has imposed higher demands on optimizing delivery routes, especially with regard to addressing dynamic demand and stringent time constraints. As a critical factor impacting delivery efficiency, the...

Optimizing the joint drawdown operation of mega reservoirs presents a significant opportunity to enhance the comprehensive benefits among hydropower output, water release, and carbon emission reduction. However, achieving the complementary drawdown o...

Emergency remote teaching was first introduced in the educational system of the Republic of Serbia during the COVID-19 pandemic, not as a planned change but as an imposed solution aimed at suppressing this infectious disease. This raises the question...

Grey systems theory, through the special mathematics and methods offered, such as through seeing numbers as intervals rather than fixed values, provides a bridge between the two extreme cases in which a system under investigation might find, namely,...

This study combines a theoretical and empirical approach to analyze the transition from corporate social responsibility to corporate sustainability in Spanish tourism companies, with an emphasis on the integration of ESG (environmental, social, and g...

As the transition to sustainable transportation has accelerated with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), ensuring drivers have access to charging to maximize the electric miles driven is critical to lowering carbon emissions in the transportation se...

Energy supply is currently considered a key area that is essential for the functioning of the entire society, remaining one of the most fundamental sectors of critical infrastructure worldwide. However, the functionality of energy systems is threaten...

The article designs a home photovoltaic installation equipped with energy storage using PVSyst software 7.4. The aim of the research was to design and select an energy storage for a household that uses an average of 396.7 kWh per month. The designed...

The valuation of the benefits to humans of ecosystem services (ESs) provided by nature has become increasingly important. A current challenge is the measurement of the range of benefits which are not traded in the marketplace and are generally consid...

The present study aims to investigate the benefits of eco-driving in urban areas and on highways through an experiment conducted in a driving simulator. Within a group of 39 participants aged 18–30, multiple driving scenarios were conducted, bo...

This paper investigates the localization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the context of an interconnected, multi-scale world. As global challenges intensify, policy frameworks must navigate the complex intersection of social, economic,...

Water is the lifeblood of agriculture, a sector that sustains global food security and livelihoods [...]

Simultaneously stabilizing cadmium, lead, and arsenic in contaminated soils is challenging due to their significant differences in physical and chemical properties. This study developed a composite material by modifying hydrochar with iron (Fe), phos...

This study analyzes the perception of students from the faculties of Education and Nursing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A quantitative methodology using a validated questionnaire was applied to 457 students from universities in Spain...

The capitalist economy has experienced several economic long waves after the industrial revolution. The previous explanations for their causes have primarily focused on a single factor such as technology or institution, which has limitations and flaw...

Participating in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) fosters learning engagement and improves student learning outcomes. This study explored the effects of creativity style on learning engagement and motivation in STEAM ed...

Ecological security describes the capacity of ecosystems to maintain their integrity and resilience under anthropogenic and natural pressures. The Yangtze River Basin plays a critical role in China’s ecological security and economic growth. In...

Addressing global warming has become an urgent priority. According to a recent United Nations study, the global population is expected to exceed 9.7 billion by 2050, with the majority residing in urban areas. Consequently, high-rise buildings are ant...

Enhancing urban industrial land use efficiency (UILUE) is critical for addressing human–land conflicts and promoting sustainable urban development. However, the role of data trading in influencing UILUE remains insufficiently examined in the li...

This study presents a methodological framework for integrating LCA principles into the preliminary design phase of an offshore vessel. The framework is based on the case of a wind farm installation vessel (WTIV). The proposed approach diverges from t...

This study examines the effect of female representation in boardrooms on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosure in listed firms in Saudi Arabia. The study examined 200 highly polluting firms from 2019 to 2023 and constructed a robust...

Firm value reflects a company’s market competitiveness, while ESG controversies indicate its ESG risks. This study aims to examine the impact of ESG controversies on firm value and its underlying mechanisms. Using a panel dataset of 851 non-fin...

Chinese Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) has been a crucial policy for China, a major manufacturing and carbon-emitting country, in achieving its “carbon neutrality” goals and sustainable development. This paper examines the performance of...

This research investigates the challenges and opportunities rural elementary teachers perceive in using AI as a pedagogical tool to support student learning in rural schools. Using a convergent parallel mixed methods approach, we analyzed the respons...

Analysis of publication intensity is an important tool for following research trends. Recent studies have recorded a decrease in the number of Polish publications on the topics of “economy” and “energy”, while global trends sh...

Financial agglomeration and green technology innovation are important measures to reduce carbon emissions and promote the development of a green economy. Based on the panel data of 30 provinces and cities in China from 2011 to 2020, this paper uses t...

Driven by environmental concerns and dwindling fossil fuels, a global shift towards renewable energy for electricity generation is underway, with ambitions for complete reliance by 2050. However, the intermittent nature of renewable power creates a s...

Traditional cereals, recognised for their adaptability, high nutritional value, and unique sensory characteristics, have largely been excluded from global food supply chains. Recent shifts in consumption patterns, particularly in urban areas, indicat...

Water scarcity is a growing global issue, especially in arid regions like Iran. Global food trade complicates water and food resource management by moving virtual water (the water used to produce goods) between regions. This study uses circular econo...

The plastic profile of construction waste is varied and complex, particularly when compared to other waste streams such as timber, concrete, metals, and plasterboard. There are fewer incentives for recycling this low-density, low-value waste stream....

Data relative to the nitrogen dioxide concentrations of seventeen fixed monitoring stations in three provinces in Po Valley in Northern Italy are analysed. NO₂ is considered to be one of the most harmful air pollutants, mainly due to vehicle traffic...

Elephant grass is an outstanding crop biomass for sustainable energy generation. Here, the effect of plant parts (stem, leaf, and whole plant) at four ages (90, 120, 150, and 180 days) on the proximate, chemical, and elemental characteristics of elep...

High environmental sensitivity, known as sensory processing sensitivity, characterizes certain individuals, causing them to perceive and react intensely to external stimuli. Individuals with sensory processing sensitivity, referred to as highly sensi...

Agricultural practices significantly impact environmental sustainability, making the enhancement of Agricultural Ecological Efficiency (AEE) crucial for China’s sustainable agricultural development. However, the spatial-temporal evolution patte...

Hazelnut producers in Türkiye tend to sell hazelnuts immediately after harvest. However, since hazelnut prices are very low at harvest time, this situation negatively affects producer incomes. This study aims to reveal the effects of the license...