Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Adrian Morley
Summary: This paper discusses the potential impact of public procurement on encouraging more sustainable forms of food production and how it can steer business change within food businesses. Through qualitative interviews, the study explores the influence of public procurement on small food producers and advocates of sustainable procurement.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Anne Dahl Lassen, Anne Vibeke Thorsen, Ellen Trolle
Summary: Public food procurement is seen as a powerful tool to promote a healthier and more sustainable food system, but there is still much progress to be made. This study investigated the practices and opportunities for sustainable and healthy public food procurement in Danish municipalities and regions. The findings showed variations in policy support and goals for sustainable food procurement, with some focus on reducing food waste and valuing local food. However, efforts to reduce climate impact and shift towards plant-based menus were still in early stages. The study highlights the importance of local government policies in promoting healthy and sustainable food procurement.
Article
Agronomy
Kelly Parsons, David Barling
Summary: Public food procurement policy has the potential to drive sustainable food consumption and production, but there are currently barriers preventing its realization. By considering the interactions between different policy instruments and placing public food procurement policy within a broader policy system, these barriers can be addressed and the potential can be maximized.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tarik El Haddadi, Taoufik Mourabit, Anass El Haddadi
Summary: The study evaluates the predisposition of the Moroccan administration to introduce Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP), identifying factors that can influence the implementation of SPP in a developing country like Morocco. It highlights the importance of focusing on the awareness and involvement of public buyers, as well as strengthening regulations for the successful implementation of SPP.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Naimur Rahman Chowdhury, Mushaer Ahmed, Priom Mahmud, Sanjoy Kumar Paul, Sharmine Akther Liza
Summary: This study develops a vaccine supply chain (VSC) to ensure sustainable distribution during a global crisis in a developing economy. The model considers multiple objectives, including minimizing cost, GHG emissions, and maximizing job opportunities. Two metaheuristics are used to solve the model, and the TOPSIS model is integrated to prioritize environmental sustainability. The results show that the MOSEO-TOPSIS model performs better than the MOFEPSO-TOPSIS model and can help establish a VSC with enhanced economic, environmental, and social sustainability.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yanjie Wu, Sujuan Wang
Summary: The study suggests that manufacturers prefer market development entry, while retailers can achieve dual benefit entry under certain conditions; both parties prefer a joint entry mode. Appropriate competition can bring about a win-win situation.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Kristy Karying Law, Claire Elizabeth Pulker, Janelle Diann Healy, Christina Mary Pollard
Summary: Food retailers have accepted their role in implementing the policy, but also found it challenging to operate successfully under the policy. They require support and assistance to comply with the policy.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Huimin Li, Fuqiang Wang, Chengyi Zhang, Lunyan Wang, Xiaowei An, Guanghua Dong
Summary: This paper investigates the selection of sustainable suppliers for water environmental treatment PPP projects, proposing an indicator system and decision-making methods based on the Shapely value method and TOPSIS decision model with IVIFSs. The results indicate that the sustainability of suppliers plays a crucial role in the sustainable development of projects, with financial capabilities and technology solutions being key factors to consider when choosing a supplier.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mingshun Zhang, Li Zhang, Meine Pieter van Dijk
Summary: Sustainable public procurement (SPP) in China is a hierarchical and centralized multi-level system driven by legal and policy initiatives, social benefits, and public body commitments. There is untapped potential for more SPP in China, but barriers exist at the operational level. This research recommends a reform of SPP by involving state-owned enterprises and infrastructure projects in a different approach.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Sthephany Rayanne Gomes de Souza, Diogo Vale, Hortencia Ingreddys Fernandes do Nascimento, Juliano Capelo Nagy, Antonio Hermes Marques da Silva Junior, Priscilla Moura Rolim, Larissa Mont'Alverne Juca Seabra
Summary: The purchase of food from family farming in public institutions in Brazil has been boosted by the implementation of public call modality. However, there are still hindrances in the participation of small farmers, reducing their involvement and the availability of food products. This study analyzed the profile of family farmers participating in public calls, identified the required food, and examined the processing level of food in these documents.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Salik Uddin Ahmed, Amjad Ali, Abdul Hameed Memon, Ahmad Hussain
Summary: This research study examines policy areas that need enhancement for the implementation of sustainable procurement practices in Pakistan's healthcare industry. Data from two hospitals have been quantitatively analyzed, revealing correlations between price, standard compliance, country of origin, procurement decisions, and equipment efficiency. The findings are utilized to formulate a comprehensive policy framework aimed at assisting policymakers and sustainable development planners in implementing sustainable processes across various industries.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Wenliang Bian, Xiqing Yang, Shichang Li, Xiying Yang, Guowei Hua
Summary: In response to the global spread of COVID-19, establishing a robust healthcare supply chain system is crucial, with third-party logistics providers serving as orchestrators. Research shows that the positive impact of 3PLs is evident in decentralized supply chains characterized by high logistics outsourcing costs and price sensitivity.
COMPUTERS & INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lilliana Stefanovic
Summary: Alternative food systems, including organic food systems, play a crucial role in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, there is a lack of empirical evidence regarding the contribution of organic food systems to SDGs. This study used a territorial approach to assess the performance of local organic food systems in addressing SDGs and found that sustainable public procurement has the potential to leverage other SDG targets.
Article
Urban Studies
M. Petruzzelli, R. Ihle, S. Colitti, M. Vittuari
Summary: Food systems are undergoing transformation driven by the SDGs and MUFPP. The potential of short food supply chains in urban and rural environments is recognized, but there is a lack of comprehensive evidence on their ability to meet the goals. This study categorizes the reported benefits of these chains and establishes their connections with SDG targets and MUFPP actions. Disparities in research across categories, structures, and continents are found, and the quantification of externalities and causal effects is lacking.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shirley -Ann Behravesh, Nicole Darnall, Stuart Bretschneider
Summary: This article establishes a clear framework for the adoption of sustainable public purchasing (SPP) through literature review and content analysis, revealing four critical macro-themes. The research sets the stage for future studies on SPP adoption and implementation success.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Elizabeth J. O'Sullivan, Goiuri Alberdi, Helena Scully, Niamh Kelly, Regina Kincaid, Rosie Murtagh, Stephanie Murray, Denise McGuinness, Ashamole Clive, Mary Brosnan, Lucille Sheehy, Elizabeth Dunn, Fionnuala M. McAuliffe
IRISH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2019)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Maeve Smith, Eileen C. O'Brien, Goiuri Alberdi, Aisling A. Geraghty, Mark Kilbane, Malachi J. McKenna, Fionnuala M. McAuliffe
IRISH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Eileen C. O'Brien, Ricardo Segurado, Aisling A. Geraghty, Goiuri Alberdi, Ewelina Rogozinska, Arne Astrup, Rubenomar Barakat Carballo, Annick Bogaerts, Jose Guilherme Cecatti, Arri Coomarasamy, Christianne J. M. de Groot, Roland Devlieger, Jodie M. Dodd, Nermeen El Beltagy, Fabio Facchinetti, Nina Geiker, Kym Guelfi, Lene Haakstad, Cheryce Harrison, Hans Hauner, Dorte M. Jensen, Khalid Khan, Tarja Inkeri Kinnunen, Riitta Luoto, Ben Willem Mol, Siv Morkved, Narges Motahari-Tabari, Julie A. Owens, Maria Perales, Elisabetta Petrella, Suzanne Phelan, Lucilla Poston, Kathrin Rauh, Girish Rayanagoudar, Kristina M. Renault, Anneloes E. Ruifrok, Linda Sagedal, Kjell A. Salvesen, Tania T. Scudeller, Gary Shen, Alexis Shub, Signe N. Stafne, Fernanda G. Surita, Shakila Thangaratinam, Serena Tonstad, Mireille N. M. van Poppel, Christina Vinter, Ingvild Vistad, SeonAe Yeo, Fionnuala M. McAuliffe
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Goiuri Alberdi, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga
Summary: The impacts of the current global food system are already visible in the environment and in the health of the population. Promoting sustainable diets is crucial to counter the negative consequences. The healthcare system has the potential to educate patients and guide their diets towards sustainability. Evidence suggests that health professionals can drive a paradigm shift in food-health environments, though their role and impact are currently underestimated within healthcare systems.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maria A. Kennelly, Sarah Louise Killeen, Catherine M. Phillips, Gouiri Alberdi, Karen L. Lindsay, John Mehegan, Martina Cronin, Fionnuala M. McAuliffe
Summary: The study investigated the effect of an antenatal healthy lifestyle intervention on maternal C3 and CRP concentrations during pregnancy and found that the intervention did not influence these concentrations. Higher C3 concentrations were associated with gestational diabetes (GDM), while lower C3 concentrations were linked to pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH)/pre-eclampsia (PET). Maternal C3 concentrations in early pregnancy were also predictive of maternal insulin and lipid profiles.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Beatriz Casado, Leticia Urretabizkaia, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga, Zesar Martinez
Summary: La Via Campesina organisations consider education and training as a strategic and priority intervention area for political-pedagogical change. This paper presents the systematisation of the Baserritik Mundura experience, analyzing and sharing the learning derived from this case study and establishing the integral role of the pedagogic proposal as an axis for systematisation. Through a cross-over method, this study presents the learning linked to the pedagogic dimensions, aiming to create a multidimensional educational environment that transforms subjectivities, practices, and beliefs. The learning is presented in eight main areas related to various aspects of the pedagogic proposal. The paper also considers the need for training processes in the official university context and a debate on epistemological and pedagogical perspectives. Despite limitations and challenges, these proposals have great potential to contribute to the construction of a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable agroecological agri-food system based on food sovereignty and the everyday lives of people.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mamen Cuellar-Padilla, Isabel Haro-Perez, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga
Summary: Participatory guarantee systems (PGSs) have emerged as an alternative to third-party certification for organic food. This study compares the procedures and decision-making structures of PGSs and certification bodies in Spain. The research finds that while the overall organization is similar, the key differences lie in decision-making procedures and participation. PGSs solve the exclusion problems of third-party certification by offering lower costs, accessible bureaucracy, and fostering trust-building and local empowerment. However, the complexity of official regulation and the time and dedication required for PGS development may limit their wider adoption.
Article
Economics
Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga, Enekoitz Etxezarreta-Etxarri, Jon Morandeira-Arca
Summary: This paper presents the process and results of developing a set of indicators designed by social entrepreneurs in the Koopfabrika program in the Gipuzkoa region. The tool, developed through Participatory Action Research methodologies, aims to facilitate the establishment of objectives, criteria, and measurement indicators for new social entrepreneurs in the territory, enabling them to move towards more transformative forms of social economy.
ANNALS OF PUBLIC AND COOPERATIVE ECONOMICS
(2022)
Article
Geography
Goiuri Alberdi, Edurne Magro, Mari Jose Aranguren, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga
Summary: Public procurement of food is seen as a critical tool for creating sustainable food environments and aligning with European sustainability strategies. Osakidetza, the Basque Health System, is in the early stages of developing a sustainable food procurement strategy, and this paper identifies the challenges and action plans needed. Additionally, contributions from agroecology can be valuable for building sustainable food environments in health systems.
REGIONAL STUDIES REGIONAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Aintzira Onederra-Aramendi, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga, Mamen Cuellar-Padilla
Summary: This study aims to clarify the role of governance in the sustainability of the food system by analyzing the essential characteristics of food governance in alternative food systems. Through a systematic review of the literature, a conceptual framework is proposed to determine strategies for food governance in order to meet the challenges of alternative food networks. The study identifies gaps in knowledge and highlights the need for further research to consolidate alternative food systems from a sustainability perspective.
AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Geography
Aintzira Onederra Aramendi, Mirene Begiristain Zubillaga, Eduardo Malagon Zaldua
ESTUDIOS GEOGRAFICOS
(2020)
Article
Agronomy
Eduardo Malagon-Zaldua, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga, Aintzira Onederra-Aramendi