Qualitative-environmental aspects of products improvement in SMEs from V4 countries DOI Creative Commons
Dominika Siwiec, Andrzej Pacana, Beáta Gavurová

и другие.

Production Engineering Archives, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 30(1), С. 75 - 85

Опубликована: Фев. 22, 2024

Abstract Sustainable development has caused companies to try adapt their activities changing customer expectations, but also climate change. This poses a particular challenge for SMEs from developing countries. Therefore, the objective of investigation was analyse qualitative-environmental aspects improvement products in countries Visegrad Group (V4). The results analysed constituted research sample 379 electrical machinery industry (machine processing industry), which were obtained period March September 2023 through targeted survey. area analysis included, e.g.: (i) environmental issues selected areas activity, (ii) measures and (iii) aspects. Analyses carried out using quantitative qualitative analyses, including comparative e.g. regarding implementation status ISO 14001, EMAS, 9001. These techniques used: word cloud, ANOVA test Mann Whitney U at significance level α=0.05. It been shown that V4 focus on improving improve quality rather than limiting negative impact. Originality is identification significant differences undertaken when Research may contribute more effective coherent countries, achieve stable competitive advantage market as part products. conclusions drawn them can be used by scientists practitioners shape target states enterprises increasing involvement proecological ideas.

Язык: Английский

Barriers to Renewable Energy Source (RES) Installations as Determinants of Energy Consumption in EU Countries DOI Creative Commons
Bożena Gajdzik, Radosław Wolniak, Rafał Nagaj

и другие.

Energies, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 16(21), С. 7364 - 7364

Опубликована: Окт. 31, 2023

The article presents an analysis of the statistical relationship between determinants and barriers to development renewable energy sources (RESs) in macroeconomic system source consumption individual European Union countries. considers four key categories RES Union: political, administrative, grid infrastructural, socioeconomic. work is based on publicly available historical data from reports, Eurostat, Eclareon Policy Monitoring Database. empirical includes all 27 countries belonging Union. research aimed determine impact types factors, including socioeconomic, RESs uncovered that describing as a consistent region regarding speed advancement obstacles such progress not accurate. Notably, significant link exists strong degree societal integration sources. In less prosperous EU nations, economic growth plays pivotal role development. Barriers administrative nature exert notable influence development, especially affluent countries, while grid-related are prevalent Southern–Central Europe. nations where proportion electricity substantial, excess capacity market significantly affects its growth.

Язык: Английский

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The Influence of the Global Energy Crisis on Energy Efficiency: A Comprehensive Analysis DOI Creative Commons
Bożena Gajdzik, Radosław Wolniak, Rafał Nagaj

и другие.

Energies, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 17(4), С. 947 - 947

Опубликована: Фев. 18, 2024

The global energy crisis, which began in 2021 due to the extraordinary economic recovery after pandemic and intensified Russia’s invasion of Ukraine February 2022, has changed conditions management, paying more attention efficiency. Natural gas prices have reached record levels and, consequently, so electricity some markets. Oil their highest level since 2008. Higher contributed sharply increased inflation. Households are again becoming interested buying coal as a source heat. High pushed many families into poverty forced factories cut production or even close. They also slowed growth point where countries heading for serious recession. Paradoxically, negative effects crisis may accelerate introduction cleaner, sustainable, renewable such wind solar energy. is comparable oil 1970s, when it significant advances current highlighted importance investments resources initiated process integrating regional markets, developing efficiency promoting energies. aim this article comprehensively explore complex relationship between awareness, consumption patterns, efficiency, with focus on both individual consumers industries, during crisis. This paper based literature review, overarching policy documents, reports, other secondary documents. primary research method was systematic review method, impact evaluated. study emphasizes diverse influences ranging from factors consumer preferences environmental consciousness. findings underscore responsibility industries contributing energy-saving efforts active role market. highlighted, call comprehensive approach that integrates criteria product development corporate social responsibility.

Язык: Английский

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Greening steel industry by hydrogen: Lessons learned for the developing world DOI
Masoumeh Bararzadeh Ledari, Hossein Khajehpour,

Hossein Akbarnavasi

и другие.

International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 48(94), С. 36623 - 36649

Опубликована: Июнь 23, 2023

Язык: Английский

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The Impact of Deep Decarbonization Policy on the Level of Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the European Union DOI Creative Commons
Rafał Nagaj, Bożena Gajdzik, Radosław Wolniak

и другие.

Energies, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 17(5), С. 1245 - 1245

Опубликована: Март 5, 2024

The Green Deal, a cornerstone of the European Union’s climate goals, sets out to achieve substantial 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared 1990 levels. EU’s decarbonization strategies revolve around three pivotal avenues. First, there is focus on enhancing energy efficiency and decreasing intensity economies. Second, concerted efforts are made diminish reliance fossil fuels, particularly within industrial sectors. Lastly, deliberate push augment share renewable sources final consumption mix. These measures collectively aim propel EU economies, establishing member countries as global leaders implementing these transformative processes. This manuscript seeks evaluate efficacy primary adopted namely enhancement efficiency, promotion fuel consumption. objective discern which wield decisive influence achieving goals across countries. analysis encompasses all 27 states Union, spanning from 2022, with data sourced reputable outlets, including Eurostat, Our World Data Energy Institute. Research findings underscore that, realm policies, statistically significant impacts carbon dioxide emission attributable improving augmenting renewables almost Conversely, strategy least impact, embraced minority states, revolves diminishing fuels approach, while less impactful, intricately linked transitioning economies toward sources, thus playing contributory role broader landscape. uniqueness this research lies not only its discernment overarching trends but also fervent advocacy for comprehensive adaptive approach policy. It underscores enduring significance prioritizing endorsing integration acknowledging distinctive dynamics inherent diverse regions. study accentuates necessity nuanced, region-specific strategies, challenging conventional wisdom uniform decarbonization. In doing so, it critical importance tailoring policies varied landscapes transition evident different states.

Язык: Английский

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Approaching open innovation in customization frameworks for product prototypes with emphasis on quality and life cycle assessment (QLCA) DOI Creative Commons
Bożena Gajdzik, Dominika Siwiec, Radosław Wolniak

и другие.

Journal of Open Innovation Technology Market and Complexity, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 10(2), С. 100268 - 100268

Опубликована: Апрель 6, 2024

This paper introduces an innovative model designed to predict the optimal product prototype within framework of sustainable development. The takes into account both quality and environmental impact throughout entire life cycle product, with a specific focus on light electric vehicles. By incorporating customer expectations using Weighted Sum Model, assesses vehicle based importance various criteria. Employing evaluations guided by Pareto-Lorenz rule, for prototypes is modeled. resulting Quality-Environmental Indicator LCA (QLCA) facilitates qualitative analysis, aiding in selection that align expectations. proves effectivein guiding decisions related development, providing comprehensive approach evaluating value. Notable contributions scientific community include introduction QLCA model, which integrates assessments, underscores significance open innovation, sensitivity analysis organizational adaptation. Future research directions involve adapting larger samples, exploring production costs, assessing its applicability across diverse industries contexts enhance universality practical implications.

Язык: Английский

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Assessment of Energy and Heat Consumption Trends and Forecasting in the Small Consumer Sector in Poland Based on Historical Data DOI Creative Commons
Bożena Gajdzik, Magdalena Jaciow, Radosław Wolniak

и другие.

Resources, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 12(9), С. 111 - 111

Опубликована: Сен. 20, 2023

The paper outlines the methodology employed for desk-based research, which involved gathering and analyzing empirical data on energy heating consumption in Polish small consumer sector. Secondary sources, including reports, documents, scientific publications, public statistics, were utilized to ensure a comprehensive understanding of subject matter. research ensured acquisition examination reliable extensive regarding heat among consumers Poland. study investigated trends hard coal, electricity, natural gas households from 2006 2021. findings revealed an increasing pattern electricity consumption, alongside simultaneous decline usage coal. Future was estimated using trend models, factors contributing changes patterns examined, with forecasts 2027. To achieve decarbonization address climate objectives, underscores need increase proportion renewable sources boost efficiency. significance reducing household through enhanced insulation, smart management systems, low-carbon alternatives is emphasized. Additionally, addresses Poland’s future plans as proactive step toward decarbonizing national economy. In summary, furnishes valuable insights into their determinants

Язык: Английский

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Business Models Used in Smart Cities—Theoretical Approach with Examples of Smart Cities DOI Creative Commons
Radosław Wolniak, Bożena Gajdzik,

Michaline Grebski

и другие.

Smart Cities, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 7(4), С. 1626 - 1669

Опубликована: Июль 1, 2024

This paper examines business model implementations in three leading European smart cities: London, Amsterdam, and Berlin. Through a systematic literature review comparative analysis, the study identifies analyzes various models employed these urban contexts. The findings reveal diverse array of models, including public–private partnerships, build–operate–transfer arrangements, performance-based contracts, community-centric innovation hubs, revenue-sharing outcome-based financing, asset monetization strategies. Each city leverages unique combination to address its specific challenges priorities. highlights role PPPs large-scale infrastructure projects, BOT arrangements transportation solutions, contracts driving efficiency accountability. It also explores benefits strategies enhancing sustainability, efficiency, livability cities. offers valuable insights for policymakers, planners, researchers seeking advance development worldwide.

Язык: Английский

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Renewable Energy Share in European Industry: Analysis and Extrapolation of Trends in EU Countries DOI Creative Commons
Bożena Gajdzik, Rafał Nagaj, Radosław Wolniak

и другие.

Energies, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 17(11), С. 2476 - 2476

Опубликована: Май 22, 2024

The strategic objective of world climate policy is the decarbonization industries, aiming to achieve “net-zero” emissions by 2050, as outlined in European Green Deal and Paris Agreement. This transition entails increasing utilization renewable energy sources (RES) industrial consumption, thereby transforming economies from reliance on fossil fuels sustainable alternatives. However, this shift poses a significant challenge for many EU countries, with varying degrees success adaptation. paper investigates process decarbonizing industries analyzing trends adoption RES countries evaluating their progress toward targets. Utilizing time series analysis production, total usage, proportion renewables study compares two groups countries: longstanding members newer additions. aim forecast trajectory integration industry assess feasibility meeting targets Deal. findings reveal considerable gap between set projected outcomes, only few expected meet EU’s 2030 goals. highlighted disparities shares across member states, ranging 0.0% 53.8% 2022. Despite notable increases absolute use energy, particularly central eastern nations, substantial challenges persist aligning sectors objectives.

Язык: Английский

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Smart mobility in smart city – Copenhagen and Barcelona comparision DOI Open Access

Wolniak

Scientific Papers of Silesian University of Technology Organization and Management Series, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 2023(172)

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2023

Purpose:The goal of the paper is to analyze main differences between smart mobility idea implementation in Copenhagen and Barcelona.Design/methodology/approach: Critical literature analysis.Analysis international from databases polish legal acts connecting with researched topic.Findings: The papers compares solutions implemented Barcelona, two cities that have developed comprehensive innovative transportation systems.While both sustainable, efficient, convenient systems, they differ their focus governance structure.Copenhagen a leading city sustainable transportation, strong on cycling infrastructure an integrated public system.On other hand, Barcelona focuses reducing traffic congestion improving air quality, such as low-emission zone parking system.Additionally, has highly centralized structure, while adopts more decentralized approach, engaging citizens stakeholders decision-making.Originality/value: Detailed analysis case implementation.

Язык: Английский

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Functioning of real-time analytics in business DOI Open Access

Wolniak

Scientific Papers of Silesian University of Technology Organization and Management Series, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 2023(172)

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2023

Purpose:The goal of the paper is to analyze main features, benefits and problems with real-time analytics usage.Design/methodology/approach: Critical literature analysis.Analysis international from databases polish legal acts connecting researched topic.Findings: The focus on advantages disadvantages analytics.The ability process data in allows organizations quickly identify trends patterns, optimize their operations, allocate resources more efficiently.Additionally, helps businesses new revenue opportunities pricing strategies, monitor user behavior, detect security threats, react without delay.However, can be expensive implement, require technical expertise, generate false positives.Proper quality, measures, system scaling are also essential for effective implementation.The vague definition requirement collect detailed requirements all stakeholders present challenges businesses.Originality/value: Detailed analysis subjects related connected analytics.

Язык: Английский

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