Review
Entomology
Roberta Moruzzo, Simone Mancini, Alessandra Guidi
Summary: The SDGs aim to achieve global peace and prosperity, with edible insects identified as a potential solution for sustainable development. Through insect farming, benefits such as food security and reduced environmental impact can be achieved, contributing to the realization of SDGs.
Article
Development Studies
Licong Xing, Edmund Ntom Udemba, Merve Tosun, Ibrahim Abdallah, Imed Boukhris
Summary: This study examines the potential of technological innovations and renewable energy policies in achieving China's climate and sustainable development goals. Using Chinese data from 1996Q1 to 2018Q4, we analyze the policy implications of technology and renewable energy on China's climate goals. Our quantitative and theoretical analyses incorporate economic development, technology, energy, and environmental policies, providing insights into the impact of technology and renewable energy on China's environment. Our findings suggest that technological innovations and renewable energies have a positive effect on reducing carbon emissions in China. Policy recommendations include increased investment and technological advancements in the renewable energy sector to support China's SDGs.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Development Studies
Amber Steyaert, Joost Dessein
Summary: City-to-city learning processes play an important role in building better urban food systems, but they face challenges in terms of stakeholder involvement, the political and social contexts of each city, and information availability. This paper examines the travel of ideas between Quito and Lima in their urban food systems, finding that stakeholders perceive city-to-city learning as important but still need to overcome obstacles such as the COVID-19 pandemic and specific challenges. The success of the ongoing process between Quito and Lima depends on institutional maturity, social and political environment, resources, and the willingness of local authorities to work on this topic.
HABITAT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Business
Shunsuke Managi, Robert Lindner, Casey C. Stevens
Summary: Technology policy is essential in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, requiring more global cooperation and resource sharing, while also addressing the challenges posed by uneven global distribution of innovation and development capacities.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Yannis E. Doukas, Luca Salvati, Ioannis Vardopoulos
Summary: This article explores the shift of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) towards sustainability. By introducing measures that promote environmental criteria and climate targets, CAP has created a green architecture for European agriculture. The study also emphasizes the roles of consumers and environmental activism, as well as the EU's use of conditionality to drive climate action.
Review
Development Studies
Cameron Allen, Shirin Malekpour, Michael Mintrom
Summary: The importance of governance for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is widely recognized. However, the design of effective governance arrangements for initiating and delivering necessary transformations is complex, involving multiple scales and actors, and there are still many knowledge gaps. This paper reviews existing literature on governance of transformations, emphasizes different scales of governance, discusses common challenges, and presents solutions based on recent case studies. It concludes by suggesting five concrete steps for reformers to increase the likelihood of success in their transformation efforts.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Karl Johan Bonnedahl, Pasi Heikkurinen, Jouni Paavola
Summary: This article discusses the reasons for the failure of sustainable development and emphasizes the importance of policies to promote sustainable development. It advocates reducing or eliminating the structural distances between actors and suggests the establishment of Strongly Sustainable Development Goals.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Jeremy Haggar, Valerie Nelson, Richard Lamboll, Jonne Rodenburg
Summary: Sustainable Agricultural Intensification (SAI) involves multiple aspects of social, economic, and environmental sustainability, with trade-offs and synergies between them. Achieving SAI requires consideration of ecological, genetic, and socio-economic factors, and assessment based on the sustainability of outcomes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Junnian Song, Chaoshuo Liu, Jiahao Xing, Wei Yang, Jingzheng Ren
Summary: Large-scale bioenergy production using agricultural residues has potential impacts on energy, environment, economy and society. This study quantifies and analyzes these impacts in 31 Chinese regions by 2030. Results show significant potential for net energy output and net profit, as well as positive effects on environmental impacts, although there are trade-offs in certain areas. Regional sustainability score depends on the availability of agricultural residues, with some regions benefiting more than others. The findings can guide decision-makers in promoting agricultural bio-energy development for regional sustainability.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ivy Blackmore, Andrew Wamukota, Elizabeth Kamau-Mbuthia, Austin Humphries, Carolyn Lesorogol, Rachel Cohn, Catherine Sarange, Francis Mbogholi, Clay Obata, Christopher Cheupe, Joaquim Cheupe, Lisa Sherburne, Melissa Chapnick, Mary Kate Cartmill, Lora L. Iannotti
Summary: This study aims to address the challenges faced by small-scale fishers through integrated nutrition social marketing and modified fishing trap intervention. The project will enroll 400 small-scale fisher households from Kilifi County, Kenya to study primary outcomes such as child growth, fish food intakes, and fisheries yield, as well as secondary outcomes like diet diversity and fisheries revenue.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
K. C. Birendra, Adity Dhungana, Tek B. Dangi
Summary: The study examines how the Nepalese tourism industry can address the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), finding that these goals are applicable and achievable in Nepal to varying degrees, but there are still some obstacles that may impede their full implementation.
TOURISM MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVES
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Oluwatoyin Oluwole, Olubunmi Ibidapo, Temiloluwa Arowosola, Fatima Raji, Renata Puppin Zandonadi, Ibrahim Alasqah, Linda Heejung Lho, Heesup Han, Antonio Raposo
Summary: The world's population is growing rapidly and is expected to reach over 8 billion by 2022. However, there are still 870 million people who don't have enough food to eat, mostly concentrated in developing countries. By 2050, the population is projected to reach 9 billion, causing severe food scarcity and hindering global food security. This paper explores the drivers of food insecurity and proposes sustainable solutions such as value addition in food processing, biotechnological options, and integration of nutrient-dense food crops.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ellen Johnson, Anne Marie Thow, Nicholas Nisbett
Summary: Food insecurity and malnutrition coexist as major global health challenges, influenced by trade policy decisions. This study examines two multilateral trade policy decisions to understand the political and power dynamics at the global level, aiming to strengthen trade-related food systems governance for improved population nutrition.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zahra Assarkhaniki, Soheil Sabri, Abbas Rajabifard, Masoud Kahalimoghadam
Summary: Accelerating challenges have led to a growing interest in assessing the resilience and sustainability of future developments. Many countries have adopted the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for sustainable development goals (SDGs), which include resilience as a component of sustainability. However, the SDGs have been criticized for not thoroughly evaluating resilience. This study compares the SDGs indicators with a comprehensive baseline resilience framework (BRF) and evaluates the extent to which the SDGs measure resilience.
SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Fiona A. Simmance, Philippa J. Cohen, Cindy Huchery, Sarah Sutcliffe, Sharon K. Suri, Xavier Tezzo, Shakuntala H. Thilsted, Peter Oosterveer, Cynthia McDougall, Molly Ahern, Sarah Freed, Kendra A. Byrd, Joshua Wesana, Ian G. Cowx, David J. Mills, Michael Akester, Chin Yee Chan, Joseph Nagoli, Jillian T. Wate, Michael J. Phillips
Summary: Most of the research on aquatic foods focuses on production and supply chains, with only a small portion addressing human nutrition. A minority of studies target low- and middle-income countries vulnerable to malnutrition. One third of the articles explore beyond finfish to other aquatic foods, emphasizing the value of local knowledge systems and diverse foods for nutrition.
FISH AND FISHERIES
(2022)
Article
Geography
Nadine Arnold, Gianluca Brunori, Joost Dessein, Francesca Galli, Ritwick Ghosh, Allison Marie Loconto, Damian Maye
JOURNAL OF RURAL STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Geography
Sabrina Arcuri, Bianca Minotti, Francesca Galli
Summary: Food and food security do not fall under the jurisdiction of municipalities by law, but they are responsible for a range of services and functions related to food. This study emphasizes the need for an integrated approach to food policies and for cities to play a prominent role in addressing food system challenges through new governance systems. It presents a unique case study of an intermunicipal food policy in Italy, highlighting the potential enablers and obstacles to policy integration in small cities.
JOURNAL OF RURAL STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Geography
Paolo Prosperi, James Kirwan, Damian Maye, Emi Tsakalou, George Vlahos, Fabio Bartolini, Daniele Vergamini, Gianluca Brunori
Summary: European small-scale fisheries face various challenges, but by adapting new business strategies and building social capital, long-term economic sustainability for small-scale fisheries businesses and social-ecological resilience of coastal areas can be achieved.
SOCIOLOGIA RURALIS
(2022)
Article
Demography
Chinedu Obi, Wannes Slosse, Fabio Bartolini, Joost Dessein, Marijke D'Haese
Summary: This study focuses on the integration and wellbeing of economic-asylum seekers who are waiting for their asylum decisions. The study finds that these economic-asylum seekers evaluate their wellbeing by reflecting on their aspirations, integration constraints, and capabilities. They report lower life satisfaction compared to their satisfaction in their home country, and face various barriers that affect their wellbeing.
JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION AND INTEGRATION
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Lara Sibbing, Jessica Duncan, Sabrina Arcuri, Francesca Galli, Bettina B. Bock
Summary: Food policy evaluation in cities face challenges such as lack of data and resources, difficulty in adapting to the local context, and poor data accessibility. Evaluation challenges differ between thematic areas, with health and governance issues being easier to assess compared to issues related to food production, supply, and distribution.
AGROECOLOGY AND SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Geography
Dionisio Ortiz-Miranda, Olga Moreno-Perez, Laura Arnalte-Mur, Pedro Cerrada-Serra, Victor Martinez-Gomez, Barbara Adolph, Joanes Atela, Sylvester Ayambila, Isaurinda Baptista, Raluca Barbu, Hilde Bjorkhaug, Marta Czekaj, Dominic Duckett, Arlindo Fortes, Francesca Galli, Giannis Goussios, Paola Andrea Hernandez, Pavlos Karanikolas, Kennedy Machila, Elpiniki Oikonomopoulou, Paolo Prosperi, Maria Rivera, Lukasz Satola, Monika Szafranska, Talis Tisenkopfs, Charles Tonui, Richard Yeboah
JOURNAL OF RURAL STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Geography
Paolo Prosperi, Francesca Galli, Olga M. Moreno-Perez, Yuna Chiffoleau, Stefano Grando, Pavlos Karanikolas, Maria Rivera, Giannis Goussios, Teresa Pinto-Correia, Gianluca Brunori
Summary: This study aims to support a policy design that recognizes the diversity of small farms' business models and their role in addressing environmental, economic, social, and institutional challenges in European farming systems. By using resilience thinking and the Business Model Canvas framework, the research reveals the diversity of small farms' business models and their contribution to the resilience of food systems.
SOCIOLOGIA RURALIS
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Fabio Bartolini, Daniele Vergamini
Summary: Rural ecosystems are of vital importance for human well-being and economic development as they provide essential resources and various services. However, a narrow focus on provisioning services has led to landscape standardization and a decline in biodiversity and ecosystem services. Diverse rural landscapes can enrich ecosystem services, but there is a need to understand the trade-offs and synergies between land use, landscape, and ecosystem services. We conducted an empirical analysis to assess the perception of ecosystem services provided by different rural landscapes in the Tuscany region.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
F. Cirone, M. Masotti, P. Prosperi, S. Bosi, G. Dinelli, M. Vittuari
Summary: Short food supply chains play a crucial role in connecting local producers to consumers, promoting sustainability, supporting local economies, and providing fresh, high-quality products. However, their market is underdeveloped due to a mismatch between consumer demand and producer supply. This research aims to identify a common vision between producers and consumers in short food supply chains, proposing key actions for an effective business strategy to improve alternative food systems at a local level.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2023)
Article
Economics
Marina Knickel, Guido Caniglia, Karlheinz Knickel, Sandra Sumane, Damian Maye, Sabrina Arcuri, Daniel Keech, Talis Tisenkopfs, Gianluca Brunori
Summary: The ability to learn from each other is essential for successful transdisciplinary collaboration, as it allows researchers and practitioners to navigate the challenges involved. This article explores how learning to collaborate can enhance individual and collective capacities in TD research, using social learning theory. The study examines collaborative learning processes in three European Living Labs, which focus on rural-urban relations, and highlights the importance of intentional focus on collaborative learning processes for the co-production of sustainable futures.
Editorial Material
Food Science & Technology
Davide Cammarano, Jorgen Eivind Olesen, Katharina Helming, Christine Helen Foyer, Martin Schoenhart, Gianluca Brunori, Keerthi Kiran Bandru, Marco Bindi, Gloria Padovan, Bo Jellesmark Thorsen, Florian Freund, Diego Abalos
Summary: The lack of strong interconnection between research, policy, and societal action inhibits climate change mitigation in agri-food systems. Modelling tools, international superordinate bodies, and stakeholder-inclusive assessment frameworks can facilitate better alignment between these three pillars of human progress.
Letter
Food Science & Technology
Brajesh K. Singh, Evan D. G. Fraser, Tom Arnold, Patricia Biermayr-Jenzano, Jacqueline E. W. Broerse, Gianluca Brunori, Patrick Caron, Olivier De Schutter, Karen Fabbri, Shenggen Fan, Jessica Fanzo, Magdalena Gajdzinska, Mirjana Gurinovic, Marta Hugas, Jacqueline McGlade, Christine Nellemann, Jemimah Njuki, Hanna L. Tuomisto, Seta Tutundjian, Justus Wesseler, Roberta Sonnino, Patrick Webb
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jessica Duncan, Fabrice DeClerck, Andras Baldi, Sebastien Treyer, Jessica Aschemann-Witzel, Kerstin Cuhls, Lilia Ahrne, Stefano Bisof, Stefano Grando, Liutauras Guobys, Johanna Kohl, Henning Otte Hansen, Richard L. Hudson, Hans-Jorg Lutzeyer, Vivi Hunnicke Nielsen, Begona Ruiz, Elke Saggau, Egizio Valceschini, Grzegorz Siebielec, Gianluca Brunori
Summary: Effective interfaces between knowledge and policy are crucial for transforming the food system. An expert group has proposed principles to guide the relationships between society, science, knowledge, policy, and politics.
