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Economics
Nina Stepnicka, Beata Sadowska, Robert Walasek, Grzegorz Zimon, Dariusz Brzozowiec
Summary: The complementary currency Zielony (PLZ) is an economic experiment in Poland since 2015 that supports the local economy and influences sustainable local development through a network of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. The article explores the benefits and opportunities of these entities as a result of their participation in the Zielony system, and highlights the positive impact it has on the local economy.
TECHNOLOGICAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF ECONOMY
(2023)
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Business
Qing Yang, Mingbo Zheng, Yunliang Wang
Summary: Central bank digital currency (CBDC) is a global hot issue in finance and money field, with the potential to become the core digital infrastructure in the future. The environmental impact of CBDC is crucial for sustainable development, and it is still debated among scholars, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. This article explores how CBDC in China practically affects green finance and sustainable development through an empirical investigation on CBDC pilot program. The results suggest that CBDC significantly promotes the issuing of green bonds, especially in manufacturing industries and state-owned enterprises. Moreover, CBDC is found to have positive effects on reducing emissions and improving green land ratio, which is beneficial for sustainable development. The findings provide a preliminary understanding of the environmental impact of CBDC and argue for its potential in advancing green finance and sustainable development. Policy implications of issuing CBDC for policymakers around the world are also presented.
EMERGING MARKETS FINANCE AND TRADE
(2023)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Nina Stepnicka, Grzegorz Zimon, Dariusz Brzozowiec
Summary: This article examines the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on the functioning and circulation of the complementary currency Zielony in Poland, concluding that the currency is unable to effectively support local economic entities during the pandemic, particularly affecting service-oriented businesses with weakened economic activity and decreased turnover.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Constantino Dario Justo, Jose Eduardo Tafula, Pedro Moura
Summary: Southern Africa has abundant renewable energy resources, but electricity access remains a major policy issue, and traditional electrification methods have not addressed energy poverty in rural areas. Therefore, off-grid solutions using renewable energy sources should be considered.
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Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Alexis Habiyaremye
Summary: The legacy of racial and spatial segregation in South Africa has created a knowledge asymmetry between knowledge-producing institutions and disadvantaged communities. This study explores how the co-learning approach can bridge this gap by building trust and involving the target community in the design and testing of technological solutions. The findings suggest that co-learning leads to the optimization of capacity building when there is a shared commitment to the outcomes and application of the co-created knowledge.
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Karina Nicole Perez-Olmos, Noe Aguilar-Rivera
Summary: Agritourism in Mexico is still at an early stage of development, lacking sufficient support from national tourism policies and formal research. There is a need for more emphasis on themes such as the role of minorities in agritourism, public policies, competitiveness, and the evolution of networks at the national level.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Chunming Shen
Summary: This paper focuses on the digital currency in China and analyzes the relationship between digital RMB, RMB internationalization, and the development of the international monetary system using the STAR and TVP-SV-VAR models. The results show that the relationship between the digital RMB and RMB internationalization varies over time and across different economic situations. The development of the digital RMB can contribute to the internationalization of the RMB and the diversification of the international monetary system. These findings have important policy implications for the sound and sustainable development of economic and financial markets.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Dujrudee Chinwong, Panchana Charaj, Piyatida Panitsupakamol, Tamonwan Chankaew, Surarong Chinwong, Chalermpong Saenjum
Summary: The consumption behavior, lifestyle, and wisdom of fermented tea leaf (Miang) in the Mae Kampong community have deep-rooted traditions and are considered essential for the community's way of life, leading to sustainable development.
Article
Environmental Studies
Parvaneh Sobhani, Hassan Esmaeilzadeh, Seyed Mohammad Moein Sadeghi, Isabelle D. Wolf, Azade Deljouei
Summary: This study investigates the participation of local communities in Lar National Park and Jajrud Protected Area in Iran, and evaluates their impact on the sustainability of ecotourism. The study finds that local community participation is crucial for the development of sustainable ecotourism, as it increases interest and attachment to pristine nature. However, lack of participation can lead to degradation of natural habitats and decreased sustainability.
Review
Agronomy
Rashmita Sharma, Usha Mina, B. Mohan Kumar
Summary: Homegardens play an important role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing food security, meeting nutritional needs, promoting health and wellness, preserving agrobiodiversity, and ensuring sustainability. This review analyzed 94 peer-reviewed papers on homegardens from 2010 to 2021 and classified the SDGs into five categories based on their specific aspects. The study found that homegardens have been most realized in the poverty dimension (Category 1) and SDG 2, which focuses on development infrastructures.
AGRONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tuyen Dai Quang, Quynh Xuan Thi Nguyen, Hoang Van Nguyen, Vang Quang Dang, Nhan Thong Tang
Summary: This study explores the challenges and impacts of tourism development in coastal villages in Vietnam. The results show that tourism has positive effects on the lives of local residents, but there are also issues such as the lack of relevant skills and knowledge, as well as negative impacts.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Elizabeth Agyeiwaah, Prosper Bangwayo-Skeete
Summary: This study focuses on the relationship between backpackers' skill development and behaviors during travel, emphasizing the importance of sustainable development and community win-win situations. Through quantitative analysis, it is found that backpackers' behaviors have a significant impact on the community and should promote sustainable, community-centered behaviors.
JOURNAL OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Deniza Alieva, Gulnoza Usmonova, Shukhrat Shadmanov, Sherzod Aktamov
Summary: This article examines the history and current status of fishery culture in the Aral Sea region and its connection with the community. Through interviews with local residents, activists, and students, the different perspectives and challenges faced by the fishery industry are explored. The importance of sustainable fishing practices and alternative economic opportunities for supporting the region's sustainable development is discussed.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Freddy Marin-Gonzalez, Alexa Senior-Naveda, Mercy Narvaez Castro, Alicia Inciarte Gonzalez, Ana Judith Paredes Chacin
Summary: This article aims to establish a knowledge exchange network for sustainable development among government, production, community, and university sectors. Through the use of abductive method and content analysis of theoretical documents, a knowledge network with positive implications for sustainable development has been successfully constructed.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Muhammad Zahid, Faiza Khalid, Muhammad Ramzan, Muhammad Zia Ul Haq, Wonseok Lee, Jinsoo Hwang, Jimin Shim
Summary: The study shows that there are common monetary channels among the South Asian countries, providing evidence for the feasibility of forming a monetary and economic union within SAARC. Analysis of data from short to long-term time horizons reveals significant responses of economic activities to monetary and fiscal policies.
Article
Ecology
Simon Rabaa, Robert Wilken, Sylvie Geisendorf
Summary: Energy efficiency measures are crucial for combating climate change, but rebound effects may undermine their effectiveness. This study finds that prior energy efficiency behavior does not hinder subsequent climate-friendly behavior, which is determined by individual demographics and environmental attitudes.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
James R. Meldrum, Patricia A. Champ, Hannah Brenkert-Smith, Christopher M. Barth, Abby E. McConnell, Carolyn Wagner, Colleen Donovan
Summary: This study reassessed a previous study using a richer dataset and found that individuals with lower incomes are less likely to participate in cost-sharing programs, and even if they do participate, they contribute a lower share. This indicates potential economic equity concerns.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Daniel Rueb
Summary: This paper examines the distributional effects of the European Commission's Fit-for-55 package at the household level in seven EU countries and finds that a household-size specific lump-sum refund can mitigate the negative distributional effects of a carbon tax and reduce overall inequality.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Correction
Ecology
Anke Jacksohn, Miguel Angel Tovar Reanos, Frank Pothen, Katrin Rehdanz
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Pierre Chiaverina, Sophie Drogue, Florence Jacquet
Summary: This study investigates the impact of farmers' participation in different short food supply chains (SFSCs) on synthetic pesticide use and crop yields. The findings show that farmers who sell part of their crops through direct-to-consumer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides compared to those who sell through long food supply chains. However, there is no evidence that farmers involved in direct-to-retailer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides. Additionally, there is no indication that SFSC participation affects crop yields.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Kangyin Dong, Yang Liu, Jianda Wang, Xiucheng Dong
Summary: This study uses the generalized method of moments (GMM) model to explore the relationship between the digital economy and energy vulnerability in 110 economies. The findings suggest that the digital economy effectively reduces energy vulnerability, with digital infrastructure and social impact being the main contributors. Furthermore, the digital economy helps upgrade the industrial structure and financial development level, thereby reducing energy vulnerability. Additionally, the negative impact of the digital economy on energy vulnerability is more significant in regions with higher income levels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Romain Espinosa, Nicolas Treich
Summary: This study examines a simple model of consumption of animals with altruistic behavior towards animals. The model reveals a public good issue, where the market equilibrium leads to low quality and excessive quantity of animal lives when they are not worth living. The implications of the findings and the significance of the modeling choices for future economic research on animal welfare are discussed.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Arianna Buratto, Lorenzo Lotti
Summary: Finding ways to steer consumers towards vegetarian and plant-based meals is important for reducing the environmental impact of diets. In this study, we investigated the use of nudges in restaurants to increase sales of vegetarian and plant-based dishes. We found that removing symbols for these dishes increased sales, while adding a low emissions symbol had no effect. However, when the nudge was made transparent through a statement, sales significantly increased. These findings support the use of nudges as cost-effective interventions to address unsustainable food consumption in the hospitality sector.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Emmanuel Paroissien, Timothy K. M. Beatty, Antoine Nebout
Summary: This article provides empirical evidence that the opportunity cost of time explains the frequency of household food waste. The study found that proxies for the opportunity cost of time were positively correlated with the probability of reporting wasting food.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Jefim Vogel, Gauthier Guerin, Daniel W. O'Neill, Julia K. Steinberger
Summary: This study explores the vulnerability of livelihoods to a reduction in economic output and introduces a novel analytic framework to describe their relationship. The study finds that the vulnerability is not inevitable but arises from insecurity in wage labor, adequate incomes, and pensions. These conditions are primarily due to profit maximization and neoliberal welfare and labor policies. The study identifies a range of interventions to overcome this vulnerability and make stringent environmental policies socially sustainable and politically palatable.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Franziska Dorn, Simone Maxand, Thomas Kneib
Summary: Understanding the interconnected nature of rising carbon emissions and income inequality is crucial to achieve social and ecological sustainability. The distributional copula model used in this study uncovers complex interdependencies that standard linear regression techniques might hide.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Darius Corbier, Frederic Gonand
Summary: The article investigates the macroeconomic channels of transmission of the low-carbon transition in two official scenarios for the French power system under different oil price scenarios. The results show that technical progress and substitution mechanisms can drive the decarbonization of the economy and growth, with energy demand and durable goods demand being the main transmission channels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Gloria Amaris, Stepan Vesely, Stephane Hess, Christian A. Klockner
Summary: The study of human behavior is crucial for the development of policies for sustainability. It is important to consider the possibility of spillover effects in mathematical models, as exposure to related choices can influence subsequent behavior. Our study demonstrates the existence of these spillover effects and showcases the effectiveness of discrete choice models.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Sonia Almeida Neves, Antonio Cardoso Marques, Leonardo Batista de sa Lopes
Summary: This paper investigates the impact of European Union regulations on e-waste exports. The findings suggest that taxation is ineffective in reducing e-waste exports and may even increase them. Additionally, high dependence on foreign raw materials and sub-standard waste collection systems contribute to the increase in e-waste exports. Therefore, investing in e-waste collection facilities can better utilize the valuable resources in this waste.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Gregor Semieniuk
Summary: Efforts to decouple economic growth from resource use and negative environmental impacts have yielded inconclusive results, partially due to the uncertainties in historical measurement arising from definitional changes to GDP. This study examines the impact of GDP vintages on decoupling results and finds that a significant number of countries switch between relative decoupling and recoupling, and that GDP vintages also affect environmental Kuznets curve results and the decline in global energy intensity. The inconsistencies in economic measurement introduce ambiguity into historical decoupling evidence and model projections into the future.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)