Highlighting the role of agriculture and geospatial technology in food security and sustainable development goals

Sustainable Development, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 31(5), P. 3175 - 3195

Published: May 24, 2023

Abstract Food security is a global challenge that aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 1 ‐ “No Poverty”, 2 “Zero Hunger,” 3 “Good Health and Well‐being,” 13 “Climate Action,” 15 “Life on Land.”. To effectively address this issue, convergence of agriculture technology crucial, incorporating precision agriculture, sustainable bio‐economy advanced technologies such as machineries, Artificial intelligence‐meachine learning geospatial technology. Recent trends in food worldwide have witnessed the adoption technological advancements. However, it important to consider biodiversity when implementing adopting The integration agricultural practices aim reduce chemical usage farms, while increased production remains main objective smart farming Precision Agriculture. By minimizing use or localized approaches for chemicals we can preserve soil‐faunal diversity, which at risk along targets due excessive applications pesticides, herbicides, insecticides. Geospatial plays significant role by leveraging remotely sensed images acquired through satellites, aerial platforms, GPS‐tagged drones enhance practices, improve crop growth increase yields. Through technology, map monitor soil conditions, conserve, protect, manage scale. remote sensing ecological environmental parameters, factors, plant‐soil diversity optimize yields productivity. Additionally, evaluation various bio‐economy, using contribute yields, profitability, conservation central components these practices. This study emphasizes achieving objectives attainable has direct indirect connections all SDGs. vital supporting spatial temporal scales facilitating ensuring security, preserving biodiversity, monitoring promoting development.

Language: Английский

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Digitalization and artificial knowledge for accountability in SCM: a systematic literature review

Journal of Enterprise Information Management, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 37(2), P. 606 - 672

Published: Feb. 3, 2023

Purpose In this study, the authors examine artificial knowledge as a fundamental stream of management for sustainable and resilient business models in supply chain (SCM). The study aims to provide comprehensive overview digitalization key enablers improvement SCM accountability performance towards UN 2030 Agenda. Design/methodology/approach Using SCOPUS database Google Scholar, analyzed 135 English-language publications from 1990 2022 chart pattern production dissemination literature. data were collected, reviewed peer-reviewed before conducting bibliometric analysis systematic literature review support future research agenda. Findings results highlight that are linked further identifies main issues achieving models. Based on results, develop conceptual framework increase performance, especially times sudden crises when resilience is imperative. Research limitations/implications add extant by examining theory perspective. suggest different strategic perspectives significantly promote digitization development. Notably, fostering diverse peer exchange relationships can help stimulate act palliative mechanism builds digital strengthen drive possibilities. Practical implications This offers valuable guidance practitioners, managers policymakers re-thinking, re-formulating re-shaping organizational processes meet Agenda, mainly introducing transformation training education programs. doing so, firms should focus not simply but also cultural enhance Originality/value is, authors' best knowledge, among first conceptualize SCM. It integrates with institutional theory, legitimacy stakeholder theoretical foundations SCM, based firms' responsibility fulfill development goals under UN's

Language: Английский

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Sustainable education and youth confidence as pillars of future civil society

Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 13(1)

Published: Jan. 18, 2023

Abstract While sustainability is at the centre of many government agendas, there a great risk entrusting strategic decisions to those lacking in expertise. It therefore necessary ensure that universities are green engines sustainable communities. The present study administered questionnaire students enrolled Management Engineering programme an Italian university, collect their perceptions and opinions on energy issues. Students completed twice: once prior beginning end term. results showed held more attitudes term, perceived education youth confidence as building blocks future society. They also observed decarbonisation system national independence would require significant development renewable systems interventions promote efficiency. In addition, they recognised subsidies for production, communities, differentiated waste collection professional skills training crucial. university should support younger generations by encouraging student engagement real-world projects long-term, structured teacher–student relationships.

Language: Английский

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Digitalizing Circular Economy through Blockchains: The Blockchain Circular Economy Index

Journal of Industrial and Production Engineering, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 40(4), P. 233 - 245

Published: Feb. 3, 2023

The integration of circular economy (CE) models into everyday contexts generates huge amount data involved in goods tracking and tokenization procedures. sector blockchain platforms is extremely varied, the choice proper technology not easy. It important that selection conducted consistently with respect to CE models. With this study, we present a performance index named Blockchain Circular Economy Index (BCEI). BCEI, obtained through Multicriteria Decision Analysis Analytic Hierarchy Process, aims measure suitability needs highlighted by scenario. study contextualized comparing six platforms, for each which, related BCEI calculated. results analysis show transaction fee energy consumption are two most critical parameters. In addition, lack leading Thus, there market space can be exploited given growing interest digital sustainable issues.

Language: Английский

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An exploratory study of stakeholder views on the sustainable development of mountain tourism

Sustainable Development, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 32(4), P. 3722 - 3735

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Abstract Sustainable tourism can combine recreation for people, economic opportunities entrepreneurs, and environmental protection, but mountain tourism, climate change the predicted reductions in snowfall require urgent action. Therefore, this study aims to identify sustainable strategies consumption patterns using a multi‐criteria decision methodology data collected through an online survey expert opinions. The results show importance of stakeholder engagement relevance three strategies: (i) zero‐emission lodges; (ii) energy communities, (iii) ski lifts. As well as pointing out need sustainability awareness education. While respondents pay great deal attention sustainability, analysis highlights policy interventions safeguard tourism: financing conversion facilities; expanding infrastructure reach resorts, rewarding consumers choosing certified resort.

Language: Английский

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Role of Industry 5.0 for driving sustainability in the manufacturing sector: an emerging research agenda

Journal of strategy and management, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 7, 2024

Purpose With ever-increasing global concerns over environmental degradation and resource scarcity, the need for sustainable manufacturing (SM) practices has become paramount. Industry 5.0 (I5.0), latest paradigm in industrial revolution, emphasizes integration of advanced technologies with human capabilities to achieve socially responsible production systems. This paper aims provide a comprehensive analysis role I5.0 enabling SM. Furthermore, review discusses into core I5.0. Design/methodology/approach The systematic literature (SLR) method is adopted to: explore understanding SM; understand addressing sustainability challenges, including optimization, waste reduction, energy efficiency ethical considerations propose framework effective implementation concept enterprises. Findings represents progressive step forward from previous revolutions, emphasizing focus on sustainability. offers opportunities optimize usage minimize impact. Through automation, artificial intelligence (AI) big data analytics (BDA), manufacturers can enhance process efficiency, reduce implement proactive measures. By embracing incorporating SM practices, industries move towards more resource-efficient, environmentally friendly paradigm. Research limitations/implications findings presented this article have several implications changing workforce, skills requirements SM, highlighting interdisciplinary collaborations, policy support stakeholder engagement realize its full potential. Originality/value stand an unbiased assessment ascertain landscape occupied by driving sector. In addition, proposed will serve as basis

Language: Английский

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The concept of food waste and food loss prevention and measuring tools

Waste Management & Research The Journal for a Sustainable Circular Economy, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 42(8), P. 651 - 669

Published: March 21, 2024

Food waste (FW) has become a global concern, with an estimated 1.3 billion tonnes lost annually, costing about $1 trillion. Environmental and social consequences of FW are significant, contributing to 6% European Unions' greenhouse gasemissions affecting food security. occurs is complex issue occurring at various stages the supply chain (FSC) influenced by multiple factors such as infrastructure, available knowledge socio-economic conditions. Developed countries more prevalent consumption stage, whereas in developing losses occur agricultural production, post-harvest distribution stage. Accurate quantification across crucial monitoring key performance indicators helps identify areas for improvement. The Union mandates measurement, aligning sustainable development goals, emphasizing need effective prevention measures. Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses approach was utilized conduct systematic literature review on (KPIs) tools. research identified 22 KPIs, categorized into three levels FSC: primary, secondary tertiary. most common KPIs included per capita, portion percentage. study further discusses measures essential tools addressing throughout chain.

Language: Английский

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The Role of Automotive Flexibility in Supporting the Diffusion of Sustainable Mobility Initiatives: A Stakeholder Attitudes Assessment

Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 24(3), P. 459 - 481

Published: Aug. 10, 2023

Abstract Even if the European Commission is acting against climate change, greenhouse gas emissions are still increasing in transport sector. In this scenario, flexibility characterizing automotive sectors could invert negative trend. The goal of work identifying suitable methodologies to evaluate flexible initiatives contexts, with a specific focus on sustainable mobility and electric vehicles (EVs). results show that stakeholders identify purchase price as determinant choice an EV, while for model toward e-mobility transition, experts place emphasis renewable energy production consumers charging stations. A approach policy choices also suggested order foster pragmatic sustainability which deployment EVs accompanied by green circular practices. However, such change requires attention be paid social sphere job creation spread consumer knowledge choices.

Language: Английский

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Drivers to mitigate climate change in context of manufacturing industry: An emerging economy study

Business Strategy and the Environment, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 32(7), P. 4467 - 4484

Published: Jan. 25, 2023

Abstract Business strategy and the environment are becoming increasingly central within global agenda. In particular, some emerging countries such as India show strong growth in manufacturing sector while also exhibiting high emission values. This inevitably creates a paradox. Therefore, this study aims to determine drivers for Indian firms pursue sustainability. The methodologies used work is comprised of modified total interpretive structure modeling (m‐TISM) that based on 21 mitigate climate change cross‐impact matrix multiplication applied classification (MICMAC) evaluates dependence power driving drivers. findings from reflect there nine levels into which clusters divided. “greenhouse gas performance” “encouraging low carbon products” influenced by all other drivers, driver “dynamic transitions economic political situation” occupies mirror position. last has greatest impact achievement goal along with “persistent corporate conventionalities” situation.” dimension key asset context, but influence sustainable technology supply side responsible consumption demand cannot be overlooked. Businesses focus short‐term maximization not focusing renewable circular resources may uncompetitive long‐term.

Language: Английский

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Competitiveness and sustainability in the paper industry: The valorisation of human resources as an enabling factor

Computers & Industrial Engineering, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 190, P. 110035 - 110035

Published: March 1, 2024

The concepts of green economy and circular are changing the strategies operating practices many companies, as manufacturing sector must be able to strike a balance between technological challenges, sustainability demands, digitization opportunities. This study focuses on paper aims assess which actions could enable company in more competitive. method used is multi-criteria decision analysis, eight alternatives compared (virgin fiber, recycled renewable energy, waste, wastewater, digitization, human resources, customer relations) through competitiveness indicator. results show that criterion considered most relevant health safety, highlighting how social sphere plays fundamental role. Regarding indicator, resources management seen important parameter, showing their valorization can an enabling factor for both sustainable However, all other combined provide winning mix. It emerges only raw materials minor importance. Social changes affecting industry internally externally reveal underestimating this dimension counterproductive. For reason, different proposed support competitive resource management.

Language: Английский

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