Greenfield Investment as a Catalyst of Green Economic Growth

Energies, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 16(5), P. 2372 - 2372

Published: March 1, 2023

The intensification of countries’ growth causes the depletion natural resources, biodiversity degradation, ecological imbalances, damage, and disasters. aggravation issues requires development mechanisms for simultaneous achievement economic, social, goals. energy sector is core direction economic decarbonization. Therefore, green due to extension innovative technologies renewable energies relevant investment that. study aims test hypothesis on impact field growth. object research was countries in European Union (EU) 2006–2020. This applied Malmquist-Luenberger Global Productivity Index estimate It considers resources available production process country (labor, capital, energy), desired outcome (gross domestic product) undesirable results (emissions environment) this process. Tobit model hypothesis. findings confirm spatial heterogeneity among EU countries. asymmetry technological efficiency progress limits efficacy innovations. At same time, obtained data shown that along with investments, openness public governance have a positive effect highlight importance attracting investments increase innovations energy, which boost explored linear direct effects while eliminating transmission other mediating factors. should be noted further analyze nonlinear effect, could caused by variables (corruption, efficiency, innovations, etc.).

Language: Английский

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Equity and Excellence in Education

Advances in public policy and administration (APPA) book series, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 206 - 235

Published: June 30, 2023

This chapter focuses on the policy commitment enshrined in 2030 Agenda with respect to schooling's role for social justice and equity as a horizon of pedagogical meaning educational action. The reflection unfolds three steps: (1) construction theoretical-conceptual framework equity, attention classical non-traditional factors inequality; (2) analysis idea promoted by Agenda, particular reference Goal 4 quality education placed relation Goals 5, 10, 16; (3) focus Italian context through thematic public policies developed achieve literature review understand their effect, ameliorative proposals increase school system. delves into Agenda's strategies equity; may also prove useful those systems similar characteristics issues.

Language: Английский

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Organic Agriculture in the Context of 2030 Agenda Implementation in European Union Countries

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 15(13), P. 10582 - 10582

Published: July 5, 2023

Organic agriculture is considered an important component of sustainable development because it promotes environmental sustainability and social responsibility, involving the use practices that minimize negative impact on environment human health. Through this research, we aim to gain a more comprehensive understanding current state perspectives specific indicators organic from perspective SDGs assumed by EU member countries in context implementation 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Based Eurostat data covering timeframe 2008 2021, ARIMA model was used analyze forecast trends selected until 2030. The results unique study provide relevant information which positive developments are expected up 2030, as opposed those mixed or forecast. findings research empower policymakers, researchers, other stakeholders identify possible take appropriate corrective action, with achieving goals proposed

Language: Английский

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Investigating the relationship between macroeconomic indicators, renewables and pollution across diverse regions in the globalization era

Applied Energy, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 363, P. 123077 - 123077

Published: March 25, 2024

This paper delves into an econometric analysis to uncover the differences between Nordic European Countries - NEC (Norway, Denmark, Finland, Sweden) and South-East SEEC (Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary). The focus is on exploring interplay among electricity generation from Renewable Energy Sources (RES), CO2 emissions, urban population GDP per capita in these two regions. study employs cross-sectional dependence, first second-generation panel unit root tests, Pedroni Westerlund cointegration ARDL, Dumitrescu-Hurlin causality test establish relation variables. findings reveal that both regions, emissions are significantly influenced by capita, urbanization RES generation. Furthermore, plays important role. When examining SEEC, three bidirectional relationships observed: CO2, GDP, RES, unidirectional causalities: CO2. In contrast, for NEC, there These results highlight nuanced varied nature of environmental economic dynamics across various

Language: Английский

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The Development of Sustainable Agriculture in EU Countries and the Potential Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals Specific Targets (SDG 2)

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 14(23), P. 15798 - 15798

Published: Nov. 28, 2022

The development of sustainable agriculture is treated as a priority at the EU level, and importance role agriculture, in general, particular, undeniable. European Commission pushes for sustainability rural areas across through common agricultural policy (CAP), achievement 2030 Agenda Sustainable Development targets becomes essential. Through our research, we aimed to investigate status Member States by assessing current level SDG 2 targets, well potential these 2030. Based on data collected from Eurostat, forecast evolution indicators each country considered until using ARIMA model dynamic indicator analysis. results obtained suggest, one hand, existence positive developments countries, but also highlight number existing disparities, together with evidence potentially significant deviations assumed Agenda.

Language: Английский

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Sustainable development according to 2030 agenda in European Union countries: Evidence of the enlargement policy

Sustainable Development, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 32(3), P. 1894 - 1912

Published: Sept. 14, 2023

Abstract This paper assesses the performance of European Union countries in achieving sustainable development using an assessment framework based on 2030 Agenda. Through application Spatial Sustainability Assessment Model, which integrates multi‐criteria analysis with geographical tool QuantumGIS, are classified according to four basic dimensions sustainability (social, economic, environmental, and institutional) organized into various sub‐dimensions, reference year 2020. The results show that Northern have better overall all except environment. In contrast, Eastern Mediterranean perform worse, showing major weaknesses, especially economic institutional dimensions, a gap between joined after 2004 other states. An in‐depth was conducted highlight reasons behind these difficulties order give useful indications public decision‐makers, as for planning, future choices.

Language: Английский

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Can Europe Reach Its Environmental Sustainability Targets by 2030? A Critical Mid-Term Assessment of the Implementation of the 2030 Agenda

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 15(24), P. 16650 - 16650

Published: Dec. 7, 2023

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a pivotal framework globally, addressing environmental concerns. 2023 Agenda emphasizes the interconnectedness of issues with socio-economic development, recognizing their fundamental role in human prosperity. This research critically evaluates mid-term progress EU Member States achieving 2030 Agenda’s targets. Using Eurostat data for SDGs 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15, we’ve analyzed trends via AAA (Holt–Winters) exponential smoothing algorithm. Results highlight from 2015–2022 but signal concerns targets several States. These findings urge local, national, stakeholders to intensify efforts toward sustainability goals. Corrections are imperative, given predicted negative trends, emphasizing need immediate action rectify trajectories before it is too late.

Language: Английский

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Suicide attempt and its determinants among adolescents and youth in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: Feb. 20, 2025

Suicide is a critical public health concern globally, and adolescents youth are particularly vulnerable. In Ethiopia, suicide attempts among this population alarmingly prevalent, yet the magnitude determinants remain insufficiently understood. A systematic review meta-analysis essential to comprehensively synthesize evidence guide targeted interventions. This aims establish pooled prevalence identify factors associated with aged 10-24 years in Ethiopia. literature search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, African Journal Online (AJOL), Google Scholar. The quality each original study assessed modified Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) tool tailored for cross-sectional research. Cochrane Q I² test statistics were used assess heterogeneity across studies. random effects model employed calculate estimate youth. Ethiopian covering age range from 10 24 12.38% (95% CI: 8.72, 16.05). Key included being female (POR = 2.31; 95% 1.44, 3.71), poor social support 3.44; 1.89, 6.23), family history 5.67; 3.98, 8.08), disappointing school results 3.16; 2.33, 4.28). reveals that nearly one eight Ethiopia have experienced attempt. Being female, experiencing support, having academic results, significant risk factors. Federal Ministry Health (FMOH), policymakers, stakeholders should prioritize mental initiatives aimed at prevention, establishing systems, raising community awareness, providing counseling services. Not applicable.

Language: Английский

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A Study on the Cognition and Behaviour of Indonesian Academic Staff Towards the Concept of The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Open Education Studies, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 7(1)

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Abstract This study investigates higher education institutions in Indonesia, particularly at technical and vocational schools, regarding the sustainable development goals (SDGs). The investigations include Implementation of SDGs, cognition behaviour academic staff on favoured items they selected. documentary analysis was used to achieve priority areas SDGs. Following, interview selected determine toward SDGs their daily lives. In addition, a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats utilized assess internal external factors implementing these programmes institutions. sample this consists three directors, heads departments, six lecturers. findings showed that “Good Health Well-Being,” “No Poverty,” “Life Below Water,” “Sustainable Cities Communities” are most mentioned latest annual report. Academic familiar with general understanding However, each has individual explaining items. “Quality education” noted as by participants, while “partnership for goals” analysis.

Language: Английский

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Progress of EU Member States Regarding the Bioeconomy and Biomass Producing and Converting Sectors

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 15(19), P. 14128 - 14128

Published: Sept. 24, 2023

The development of the bioeconomy on regional and national levels is heavily reliant establishment precise efficient governance frameworks. These structures encompass a wide range components, spanning from financial support to regulatory tools limitations. mechanisms play pivotal role in addressing challenges that emerge during bioeconomy’s growth. In this context, necessity for continuous research underpin guide policies, while also bridging existing knowledge gaps, glaringly evident. current study brings new perspective, using hierarchical cluster analysis as an exploratory approach technique generating hypotheses. Its aim assess progress EU countries concerning bioeconomy, including sectors involved biomass production conversion. draws data published by European Commission Eurostat years 2015 2020, capture changes brought about adoption 2030 Agenda. findings furnish valuable insights into advancements clustering based their performance levels. Notably, Belgium Denmark standout performers, potentially offering exemplary models best practices.

Language: Английский

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