Article
Forestry
Musse Tesfaye, Ashenafi Manaye, Berihu Tesfamariam, Zenebe Mekonnen, Shibire Bekele Eshetu, Katharina Loehr, Stefan Sieber
Summary: Dry forests' contribution to climate change adaptation is often overlooked, but in Tigray Region, the overall dry forest income contributes to 16.8% of total household income. Different types of dry forest users are significantly impacted by dry forest income in various ways.
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Economics
Abera Alemu, Zerhun Ganewo
Summary: This study found that formal microcredit has a positive and significant impact on the income of borrowers in rural areas. It suggests that microcredit plays an important role in improving the livelihood of the poor. Therefore, it is necessary to expand financial services to rural households in poverty, with support from microfinance institutions, government, and non-governmental organizations.
JOURNAL OF THE KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY
(2023)
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Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Hailemesekel Zewedie Gebeyehu, Yohannes Shiferaw Jira
Summary: This study aims to explore the use of participatory communication as an instrument to enhance agricultural production and improve the livelihoods of rural people. The findings highlight the importance of properly implementing participatory communication in mobilizing communities, but current routine practices and lack of communication hinder its effectiveness.
HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Economics
Christopher Mawa, Fred Babweteera, David Mwesigye Tumusiime
Summary: The study on CFM participants in the Budongo central forest reserve in Uganda found that CFM increased their access to legally-sourced forest products and reduced their dependence on forest environmental income. However, CFM did not significantly improve total household income and more efforts are needed to promote sustainable non-farm business models among the CFM groups.
FOREST POLICY AND ECONOMICS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ketemaw Melkamu Wonde, Abrham Seyoum Tsehay, Samson Eshetu Lemma
Summary: The establishment and expansion of training and extension networks for rural households are essential for developing skills, increasing productivity, and improving income-generating capabilities. Ethiopia has established farmers/pastoralists training centers (F/PTCs) to provide various services to farmers, including training. This study assesses the impact of training on crop productivity and households' income and finds that training has a positive effect on wheat and maize yield.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
So-Hee Park, Youn Yeo-Chang
Summary: This study explores the factors influencing rural communities' participation in the CFM program in South Korea, as well as the impact of participation on livelihood strategies and income levels. The research found that households participating in CFM tend to pursue diversified livelihood strategies, leading to higher income levels compared to non-participating households. It suggests expanding the CFM program as a policy option to enhance rural livelihoods dependent on forests.
Article
Forestry
Kebu Balemi, Zemede Asfaw, Sebsebe Demissew, Gemedo Dalle
Summary: The study investigated the species composition, structure, regeneration, and management status of the Jorgo-Wato Forest (JWF). The forest exhibited a healthy population structure and good regeneration overall, but some species lacked representation in smaller diameter classes, indicating a need for monitoring and enrichment planting. Management interventions should focus on curbing illegal cutting and coffee farming while respecting the rights of local communities.
JOURNAL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yuguo Lin, Chao He
Summary: Land degradation, especially natural forest land degradation, has impacts on farmers' livelihood in China. Different households in NFLD vulnerability areas have varying levels of sustainable livelihood, with a new livelihood sustainability index (LSI) constructed to assess the basic situation and propose targeted policy recommendations for achieving sustainability.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Goytom Abraha Kahsay, Anna Norden, Erwin Bulte
Summary: The study found that women's participation in decision-making in executive committees has a significant impact on forest management outcomes, while their participation in group meetings is less robustly associated. Therefore, women's participation in formal decision-making is crucial for achieving forest conservation and livelihood gains.
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE-HUMAN AND POLICY DIMENSIONS
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Koyachew Enkuahone Kassie, Bamlaku Alamirew Alemu
Summary: This study evaluates the impact of the Koga irrigation development project on household food security in Ethiopia. The results show that while irrigation has a positive impact on household annual income, it does not significantly affect household food security. The study also found that increasing income in irrigation agriculture may not necessarily ensure multidimensional household food security.
Article
Agronomy
Babu Mideksa, Gezahegn Muluken, Ndemo Eric
Summary: Severe erosion in major agricultural sectors and areas of concentrated intense rainfall highlights the need for a more environmentally friendly agricultural model. This research evaluates the impact of soil and water conservation practices on food consumption and intake at the household level. The results show that the adoption of these practices can significantly increase the food consumption score and calorie intake at the household level.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Habtemariam Kassa, Abrham Abiyu, Niguse Hagazi, Mulugeta Mokria, Tibebu Kassawmar, Vincent Gitz
Summary: The Ethiopian government aims to build a carbon-neutral and middle-income economy by 2030 through forest landscape restoration initiatives. However, these initiatives have limitations in terms of multiple benefits, stakeholder engagement, ownership, and adaptability to the local context.
FRONTIERS IN FORESTS AND GLOBAL CHANGE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zemenu Woldie, Asmamaw Alemu Abtew, Adefires Worku, Habitamu Tadesse
Summary: In recent decades, there has been a major shift in forest resource governance and management, with the promotion of participatory forest management (PFM) approach. This study examines the contribution of PFM to improving rural livelihoods in Metema district, Ethiopia. The findings reveal that age is significantly associated with PFM membership, while other household socioeconomic characteristics do not affect the decision to join a PFM group. The study also highlights the role of PFM in poverty alleviation, with Frankincense income playing a significant role in providing regular income, reducing income inequality, and serving as a safety net for households.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ibsa Dawid Mume, Jema Haji Mohammed, Mohammed Aman Ogeto
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of small-scale irrigation on farmers' livelihood and resilience towards climate change in the Kersa district of Ethiopia. The data analysis showed that adopters of small-scale irrigation had higher crop yields, total income, and resilience capacity compared to non-adopters. The results suggest that small-scale irrigation practices significantly enhance farm households' livelihoods and improve their ability to cope with climate change effects.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Seyfu Tesfayohannes, Getahun Kassa, Yared Mulat
Summary: This study investigated the impact of soil and water conservation practices on crop income in the Tembaro district, Southern Ethiopia. The results showed that participation in soil and water conservation initiatives can increase household income, highlighting the importance of investing in farmer capacity building.
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)