Rethinking Global Food Governance From Historical Perspectives for a Sustainable Future
Advances in marketing, customer relationship management, and e-services book series,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown, С. 553 - 578
Опубликована: Янв. 23, 2025
The
world
food
system
faces
climate
change,
biodiversity
loss,
poverty,
and
malnutrition.
This
chapter
examines
global
governance's
history
to
inform
a
sustainable
transition.
Analyzing
institutions,
policies,
initiatives
from
the
20th
century
onward,
it
identifies
key
issues
lessons.
Dominant
approaches
prioritized
production
trade
over
equity,
environment,
rights.
Alternative
models
like
cooperatives,
agroecology,
local
systems
offer
solutions.
A
new
paradigm
integrating
sustainability,
human
rights,
justice
is
proposed,
emphasizing
policy
reforms,
cooperation,
stakeholder
engagement.
transformative
shift
in
values
power
necessary
for
just
future.
Язык: Английский
Efficient Hospital Waste Treatment and Management Through IoT and Bioelectronics
Advances in environmental engineering and green technologies book series,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown, С. 126 - 140
Опубликована: Май 29, 2024
This
chapter
explores
the
challenges
and
risks
of
hospital
waste
management,
highlighting
potential
IoT
bioelectronics
to
improve
treatment
disposal.
The
integration
these
technologies
can
revolutionize
reducing
environmental
impact
meeting
regulatory
requirements.
monitor
generation
rates,
segregation,
disposal,
simplifying
operations
human
intervention.
Bioelectronics
enhances
by
sensing
analyzing
materials,
detecting
infections
other
hazards
in
medical
for
efficient
processing.
By
improving
disposal
processes,
systems
meet
requirements
reduce
health
concerns.
data
management
plans,
but
security,
infrastructure
integration,
cost
must
be
considered
during
installation.
Future
advancements
artificial
intelligence
machine
learning
could
enhance
through
predictive
analytics
optimization.
In
conclusion,
have
transform
efficiency,
sustainability,
compliance.
Further
research,
innovation,
cooperation
are
needed
fully
utilize
technologies.
Язык: Английский
Air Conditioning for Healthier Living
Advances in healthcare information systems and administration book series,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown, С. 135 - 154
Опубликована: Ноя. 22, 2024
The
chapter
explores
the
role
of
air
conditioning
technology
in
promoting
healthier
living
environments
amid
climate
change.
It
discusses
impact
change
on
indoor
quality
(IAQ)
and
its
implications
for
human
health.
suggests
a
multifaceted
approach,
including
ventilation,
source
control,
purification,
moisture
regulation.
also
proposes
adaptation
strategies,
such
as
advanced
systems
early
warning
systems.
highlights
risks
associated
with
traditional
cooling
methods,
particularly
vulnerable
populations.
Technological
advancements
like
HEPA
filters
solar-powered
are
suggested
improving
IAQ
while
minimizing
environmental
impact.
Green
construction
techniques,
photocatalytic
oxidation,
green
roofs/walls
discussed.
acknowledges
challenges
data
privacy
integration
complexity
but
emphasizes
convergence
technology,
adaptation,
sustainable
design
environments.
Язык: Английский
Digital Transformation Across Generations
Advances in human and social aspects of technology book series,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown, С. 23 - 40
Опубликована: Ноя. 29, 2024
The
integration
of
robotics
and
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
is
transforming
industries,
enhancing
efficiency,
safety,
productivity.
This
chapter
explores
the
impact
autonomous
systems
across
various
sectors,
including
manufacturing,
healthcare,
transportation,
agriculture.
convergence
AI
enables
adaptive
to
perform
complex
tasks
independently,
driving
innovation
reshaping
business
operations.
Machine
learning,
computer
vision,
sensor
fusion
empower
robots
learn
from
data,
recognize
patterns,
interact
with
humans.
Successful
applications
include
self-driving
cars,
robotic-assisted
surgery,
precision
farming,
smart
home
devices.
However,
challenges
persist,
such
as
reliability,
ethics,
data
privacy,
complexity
implementation.
As
continue
evolve,
they
will
drive
sustainable
practices,
optimize
resource
use,
encourage
interdisciplinary
collaboration.
Future
research
should
focus
on
developing
robust
algorithms,
safety
protocols,
establishing
ethical
guidelines.
Язык: Английский