Effectiveness of an Educational Unit in Reading for Developing Sustainability Concepts Through Green Education Principles in Early Childhood DOI Creative Commons
Abdelrahim Fathy Ismail, Ghada Nasr Elmorsy,

Rawan Abdul Mahdi Neyef Al-Saliti

et al.

Journal of Lifestyle and SDGs Review, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 5(1), P. e03711 - e03711

Published: Jan. 3, 2025

Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an educational unit in reading for developing sustainability concepts through green education principles early childhood. Specifically, it investigates how proposed enhances students' three areas: environmental, economic, and social sustainability. It is hoped that objectives this will be line with fourth goal Sustainable Development Goals, which quality (SDG 4). Theoretical Framework: The grounded principles, emphasize integrating into childhood education. framework foster critical thinking, environmental awareness, responsible behavior. A conceptual was developed align activities dimensions. Method: quasi-experimental research design a single-group pretest-posttest approach used. sample consisted 30 male third-grade students from Al-Hufuf’s Tenth Primary School Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, selected simple random sampling. An based on developed, incorporating targeted concepts. test administered before after intervention. Results Discussion: results revealed statistically significant differences between pretest posttest scores, demonstrating improving Blake Effectiveness Coefficient confirmed impact. Research Implications: underscores importance curricula. shows well-designed units can effectively enhance concepts, helping generation capable decision-making sustainable future. Originality/Value: contributes by providing empirical evidence reading-based highlights value activities.

Language: Английский

Nanotechnology's potential in advancing renewable energy solutions DOI Creative Commons

Peter Simpa,

Nko Okina Solomon,

Olubunmi Adeolu Adenekan

et al.

Engineering Science & Technology Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 5(5), P. 1695 - 1710

Published: May 13, 2024

Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising frontier in the quest for sustainable energy solutions, offering transformative opportunities to address pressing challenges renewable generation, storage, and conversion. This review explores potential of nanotechnology advancing encompassing wide range applications spanning solar energy, wind fuel cells. By leveraging unique properties nanomaterials, such high surface area-to-volume ratio, tunable optical electronic properties, enhanced catalytic activity, researchers engineers can develop innovative materials devices with unprecedented performance efficiency. Nanotechnology-enabled advancements photovoltaics include development next-generation cells incorporating nanostructured materials, quantum dots, nanowires, perovskite-based cells, enhance light absorption, charge transport, overall power conversion In realm nanomaterials hold promise improving longevity batteries, supercapacitors, other storage through electrode electrolytes, architectures. Furthermore, nanotechnology-driven innovations lightweight durable nanocomposite turbine blades, cell technologies, including catalyst nanoparticles efficient hydrogen production conversion, exemplify diverse energy. Through comprehensive analysis recent research efforts, this abstract underscores critical role accelerating transition future. Keywords: Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy, Solar Wind Energy Storage, Nanomaterials.

Language: Английский

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Marketing, communication, banking, and Fintech: personalization in Fintech marketing, enhancing customer communication for financial inclusion DOI Creative Commons

Lucky Bamidele Benjamin,

Prisca Amajuoyi,

Kudirat Bukola Adeusi

et al.

International Journal of Management & Entrepreneurship Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(5), P. 1687 - 1701

Published: May 21, 2024

This paper explores the intersection of marketing, communication, banking, and fintech, with a focus on personalization in fintech marketing enhancing customer communication for financial inclusion. Financial technology (fintech) has revolutionized way services are delivered, offering innovative solutions that cater to diverse needs. One key aspect this transformation is emphasis personalized strategies, which enable companies engage customers more individualized level, driving satisfaction loyalty. Personalization involves tailoring products, services, communications meet specific needs preferences customers. approach not only enhances experience but also increases likelihood retention acquisition. Fintech leverage data advanced analytics segment their audience deliver targeted messages offers, effectively addressing pain points engagement. Moreover, effective essential promoting inclusion, particularly among underserved populations. can use various channels, such as mobile apps, social media, chatbots, reach who may have limited access traditional banking services. By delivering relevant timely information, empower make informed decisions improve overall well-being. The discusses role partnerships collaborating banks, existing infrastructure networks communities. These offer products broader audience, contributing greater inclusion economic empowerment. In conclusion, drivers adopting these better customers, tailor offerings needs, ultimately, contribute inclusive system. Keywords: Marketing, Customer Communication, Inclusion, Personalization, Banking.

Language: Английский

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Blockchain-driven communication in banking: Enhancing transparency and trust with distributed ledger technology DOI Creative Commons

Ezekiel Onyekachukwu Udeh,

Prisca Amajuoyi,

Kudirat Bukola Adeusi

et al.

Finance & Accounting Research Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(6), P. 851 - 867

Published: June 6, 2024

Blockchain technology has revolutionized the way information is stored, shared, and managed in various industries, including banking. This review explores impact of blockchain-driven communication on enhancing transparency trust banking through use distributed ledger (DLT). technology, as a decentralized immutable ledger, offers secure transparent to record transactions exchange information. In banking, potential streamline processes, reduce costs, enhance security. By leveraging DLT, banks can create network that allows for real-time data sharing. One key benefits enhanced transparency. The DLT ensures all are recorded verified manner, reducing risk fraud error. also helps build among customers stakeholders, they verify authenticity Another important aspect enhancement trust. using tamper-proof auditable transactions, which establish between parties. particularly an industry where paramount, it more efficient transactions. conclusion, revolutionize shared managed. trust, costs. As blockchain continues evolve, its likely grow, leading efficient, secure, system. Keywords: Blockchain- Driven, Communication, Banking, Transparency, Ledger Technology.

Language: Английский

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Circular Economy Principles and Their Integration into Global Supply Chain Strategies DOI Creative Commons

Nko Okina Solomon,

Peter Simpa,

Olubunmi Adeolu Adenekan

et al.

Finance & Accounting Research Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(5), P. 747 - 762

Published: May 12, 2024

The concept of circular economy has gained significant traction in recent years as a holistic approach to sustainable development and resource management. This review explores the principles their integration into global supply chain strategies. transition from linear 'take-make-dispose' model focused on recovery, reuse, regeneration is driving paradigm shift how businesses operate manage chains. Key economy, including designing out waste pollution, keeping products materials use, regenerating natural systems, are examined context Strategies for implementing across various stages chain, product design manufacturing distribution, consumption, end-of-life management, discussed. highlights benefits adopting strategies, reduced reduction, cost savings, enhanced resilience external shocks. Case studies examples diverse industries illustrate successful implementation demonstrating tangible environmental, social, economic benefits. Challenges barriers adoption chains also addressed, regulatory hurdles, technological limitations, cultural barriers. overcoming these challenges promoting mindset among stakeholders explored, emphasizing importance collaboration, innovation, cross-sector partnerships. strategies offers opportunities growth, resilience, value creation. By embracing circularity, can unlock new sources competitive advantage while contributing towards more regenerative economy. Keywords: Circular Economy, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Integration, Challenges, Opportunities.

Language: Английский

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Innovative waste management approaches in LNG operations: A detailed review DOI Creative Commons

Peter Simpa,

Nko Okina Solomon,

Olubunmi Adeolu Adenekan

et al.

Engineering Science & Technology Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 5(5), P. 1711 - 1731

Published: May 13, 2024

As the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry continues to expand globally, imperative address environmental concerns and enhance sustainability within LNG operations becomes paramount. This paper conducts a comprehensive detailed review of innovative waste management approaches sector. Traditional practices in operations, including disposal recycling, are examined, highlighting associated challenges. The focus then shifts approaches, encompassing recycling circular economy initiatives, advanced waste-to-energy technologies, adoption sustainable packaging solutions. Case studies examples illustrate successful implementations strategies various facilities, providing insights into operational benefits achieved. explores implications these emphasizing reduced carbon footprints, enhanced resource efficiency, cost-effectiveness. Additionally, delves barriers challenges hindering widespread adoption, technological, economic, regulatory considerations. examination aims contribute valuable for stakeholders, policymakers, researchers, fostering integration ever-evolving landscape operations. Keywords: Innovative, Waste, Management, Review.

Language: Английский

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Environmental stewardship in the oil and gas sector: Current practices and future directions DOI Creative Commons

Peter Simpa,

Nko Okina Solomon,

Olubunmi Adeolu Adenekan

et al.

International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(5), P. 903 - 926

Published: May 12, 2024

This paper provides an overview of the current practices and future directions in environmental stewardship within oil gas industry, focusing on key areas concern strategies for improvement. The industry has made significant strides recent years, driven by a combination regulatory requirements, corporate initiatives, stakeholder pressure. One primary focus been reduction greenhouse emissions associated with extraction, refining, transportation processes. Companies have implemented technologies such as carbon capture storage to minimize their footprint, alongside investments renewable energy sources efficiency measures transition towards cleaner alternatives. Furthermore, placed increasing emphasis responsible management water resources, recognizing potential impacts extraction usage operations. Strategies recycling, reuse, wastewater treatment adopted mitigate pollution strain local ecosystems. Biodiversity conservation also emerged critical aspect sector, companies undertaking impact assessments collaborating organizations habitat disruption restore ecosystems affected Community engagement social responsibility are integral components stewardship, seeking address operations through employment opportunities, infrastructure development, programs benefiting communities. However, continues face challenges limitations its efforts impact. Accidental spills, leaks, other incidents pose ecological risks, highlighting importance stringent safety regulations emergency response protocols. Moreover, presents traditional companies, requiring substantial capital investment strategic planning. To these advance several proposed. These include accelerating energy, enhancing transparency accountability reporting performance, strengthening enforcement, investing research development innovative technologies, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, governments, NGOs, Keywords: Stewardship, Oil, Gas, Sustainability, Climate, Mitigation

Language: Английский

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Systematic review of the economic impacts of bioenergy on agricultural markets DOI Creative Commons

Jephta Mensah Kwakye,

Darlington Eze Ekechukwu,

Olorunshogo Benjamin Ogundipe

et al.

International Journal of Advanced Economics, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(7), P. 306 - 318

Published: July 24, 2024

This systematic review examines the economic impacts of bioenergy on agricultural markets, synthesising findings from existing literature across various regions and climatic conditions. Analysing effects crop prices, land use decisions, sustainability, highlights key insights. It identifies common trends, patterns, divergences. Bioenergy production interacts with markets through multiple channels, influenced by policy interventions, technological innovation, market dynamics. Implications for policy, practice, future research are discussed, emphasising importance considering factors in development policy-making. The underscore need integrated modeling approaches, data improvements, cross-sectoral collaboration to inform evidence-based decision-making promote sustainable development. Keywords: Bioenergy, Agricultural Markets, Economic Impacts, Crop Prices, Land Use Decisions, Sustainability.

Language: Английский

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Cybersecurity’s Role in Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development: Bridging Technology and Sustainability Goals DOI Creative Commons

Scholar Chinenye Obasi,

Nko Okina Solomon,

Olubunmi Adeolu Adenekan

et al.

Computer Science & IT Research Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 5(5), P. 1145 - 1177

Published: May 13, 2024

This study investigates the pivotal role of cybersecurity in bolstering environmental protection and sustainable development, a critical yet underexplored nexus contemporary research. Employing systematic literature review content analysis, research scrutinizes peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, industry reports from 2015 to 2023, sourced databases such as IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar. The methodology is anchored rigorous search strategy, leveraging keywords related cybersecurity, sustainability, communication technologies, adheres defined inclusion exclusion criteria ensure relevance quality reviewed. Key findings highlight an indispensable enabler development initiatives, safeguarding technological infrastructure essential for conservation efforts. identifies evolving cyber threats significant challenge, necessitating adaptive security measures that anticipate mitigate potential vulnerabilities. Furthermore, it underscores opportunities presented by advanced artificial intelligence blockchain, enhancing efficiency practices. Strategic recommendations emphasize need comprehensive frameworks, stakeholder collaboration, education, alignment with regulatory standards fortify resilience sustainability initiatives against threats. concludes integrating robust paramount pursuit goals, calling ongoing vigilance, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration navigate complex landscape digital opportunities. contributes valuable insights into intersection offering foundation future studies strategic aimed at securing age. Keywords: Cybersecurity, Sustainable Development, Environmental Protection, Advanced Security Technologies.

Language: Английский

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AI-Driven accessibility: Transformative software solutions for empowering individuals with disabilities DOI Creative Commons

Nnaemeka Valentine Eziamaka,

Theodore Narku Odonkor,

Adetola Adewale Akinsulire

et al.

International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 6(8), P. 1612 - 1641

Published: Aug. 3, 2024

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in developing software solutions marks a pivotal advancement enhancing accessibility for individuals with disabilities. This paper explores the transformative potential AI-driven technologies designed to empower those physical, sensory, and cognitive impairments. AI's capability learn adapt diverse user needs enables creation personalized intuitive applications, offering unprecedented levels independence inclusion. encompass various innovations, including speech recognition, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision. Speech recognition facilitate communication hearing impairments by converting spoken into text vice versa. NLP advancements have enabled development sophisticated text-to-speech systems, which can read aloud content visually impaired users, prediction tools that assist users motor typing efficiently. Furthermore, vision technology provides real-time image video aiding navigating their environment identifying objects. These are integrated everyday devices platforms, significantly utility accessibility. For instance, AI-powered screen readers voice assistants now embedded smartphones computers, providing seamless access information digital services. Educational leveraging AI ensures learning materials accessible all students, regardless disabilities, tailored support. impact extends beyond personal empowerment societal By enabling greater participation education, employment, social activities, these help bridge gap between disabilities peers. Companies organizations benefit from talents perspectives more inclusive workforce, driving innovation economic growth. However, implementation also present challenges. Ensuring data privacy security, avoiding bias algorithms, maintaining affordability user-friendliness critical considerations. Ongoing research, collaboration among stakeholders, design practices essential address challenges maximize benefits In conclusion, revolutionizing way interact world. harnessing power AI, offer opportunities independence, inclusion, empowerment, ultimately contributing equitable society. Keywords: Al-Driven, Accessibility, Transformative, Disabilities, Empowering.

Language: Английский

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Comparative technical analysis of legal and ethical frameworks in AI-enhanced procurement processes DOI Creative Commons

Amaka Justina Obinna,

Azeez Jason Kess-Momoh

World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 22(1), P. 1415 - 1430

Published: April 26, 2024

This study presents a Comparative Technical Analysis of Legal and Ethical Frameworks in AI-Enhanced Procurement Processes. The research aims to evaluate the existing legal ethical frameworks governing use artificial intelligence (AI) procurement identify best practices for ensuring transparency, accountability, decision-making AI-driven processes. adopts mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys qualitative interviews with professionals experts. design allows comprehensive analysis challenges associated AI deployment provides insights into practical strategies addressing these challenges. Findings from indicate growing recognition need clear guidelines regulations govern procurement. While respondents acknowledge potential benefits AI, such as improved efficiency cost savings, they also express concerns about algorithmic bias, data privacy, lack transparency Based on findings, recommends several enhancing AI-enhanced These include developing deployment, providing training support professionals, establishing mechanisms monitoring evaluating systems. Overall, highlights importance integrating considerations ensure decision-making. findings contribute body literature governance provide policymakers, other stakeholders involved

Language: Английский

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