Microbial Degradation of PET Plastic Sustainably Yielding Commercially Viable Products

Low Cost ◽

Biodegradable Materials ◽

Acetobacterium Woodii ◽

Methanospirillum Hungatei ◽

The World ◽

Development Goals ◽

Complete Process

Plastics are extensively used due to their versatility, durability, and low cost. PET stands for Polyethylene terephthalate. PET plastic is widely used all over the world and has many applications ranging from water bottles to fabrics like polyester and many things in between. But its unrestrained use in every field is resulting in heaps and piles of non-biodegradable materials causing damage to the environment and causing pollution. The idea being proposed is to degrade the PET plastic biologically using different bacteria. The bacteria used in this process are Ideonella sakaiensis, Acetobacterium woodii, Pelotomaculum and Methanospirillum hungatei. PET plastic is degraded, yielding Terephthalic Acid (TPA) and Ethylene Glycol (EG) by the action of the bacterium I. sakaiensis. Degradation of EG by A. woodii results in the formation of acetate and ethanol. TPA is degraded by the action of the coculture of Pelotomaculum and M. hungatei thereby yielding methane and acetate. All these products formed have significant commercial uses in various industries. The complete process that is to be carried out can help in achieving sustainability by fulfilling various Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations.

Political Translation and the Sustainable Development Goals

The Oxford Handbook of Translation and Social Practices ◽

10.1093/oxfordhb/9780190067205.013.18 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 169-188

Author(s):

Chris G. Pope ◽

Meng Ji ◽

Xuemei Bai

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Political Discourse ◽

Social Systems ◽

Political Process ◽

The Political ◽

Political Systems ◽

The World ◽

The chapter argues that whether or not the world is successful in attaining sustainability, political systems are in a process of epoch-defining change as a result of the unsustainable demands of our social systems. This chapter theorizes a framework for analyzing the political “translation” of sustainability norms within national polities. Translation, in this sense, denotes the political reinterpretation of sustainable development as well as the national capacities and contexts which impact how sustainability agendas can be instrumentalized. This requires an examination into the political architecture of a national polity, the norms that inform a political process, socioecological contexts, the main communicative channels involved in the dissemination of political discourse and other key structures and agencies, and the kinds of approaches toward sustainability that inform the political process. This framework aims to draw attention to the ways in which global economic, political, and social systems are adapting and transforming as a result of unsustainability and to further understanding of the effectiveness of globally diffused sustainability norms in directing that change.

“Sevehuellas” una gamificación para implantar los ODS en un centro educativo

Revista Interuniversitaria de Investigación en Tecnología Educativa ◽

10.6018/riite.490541 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 172-189

Author(s):

Maria José Centenero de Arce ◽

Gracia Martínez Orenes ◽

Antonio Luis Guinea Serrano

Keyword(s):

Climate Change ◽

Sustainable Development ◽

Way Of Life ◽

Warming Climate ◽

Educational Challenge ◽

Full Participation ◽

The World ◽

Teachers And Students ◽

La educación ambiental es un reto y una realidad que debemos incluir en los centros educativos de todo el mundo. A partir de los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible 2030 (ODS) lanzado por Naciones Unidas, nos planteamos la necesidad de actuar contra el calentamiento global, el cambio climático y en general cambiar para mejorar nuestros hábitos, tanto sociales, como personales. Vimos que este cambio tan necesario y urgente en nuestro modo de vida lo podríamos acercar a los más jóvenes a través del juego. Para ello se buscó una metodología práctica para trabajar a través del juego y de la tecnología los conceptos necesarios para el cuidado del medio ambiente. Con esta gamificación buscamos motivar al alumnado para iniciar este cambio de estilo de vida de una forma divertida y en equipo sin olvidar el objetivo de alcanzar la mayoría de las metas propuestas. La utilización del juego como instrumento de aprendizaje favorece la participación e implicación del alumnado y ayuda a la cohesión de los equipos. Retos de lógica, artísticos, de cuidado de medio ambiente, talleres de igualdad han convivido con las materias habituales durante este curso. La completa participación de profesorado y alumnado ha hecho que este reto educativo se haya convertido en una realidad extrapolable a otros cursos e incluso a otros centros que deseen incorporarlo. Environmental education is a challenge and a reality that we must include in educational centers around the world. Based on the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) launched by the United Nations, we consider the need to act against global warming, climate change and in general change to improve our habits, both social and personal. We saw that this so necessary and urgent change in our way of life could be brought closer to the youngest through the game. For this, a practical methodology was sought to work through games and technology the concepts necessary for caring for the environment. With this gamification we seek to motivate students to start this lifestyle chango in a fun way and as a team without forgetting the objective of achieving most of the proposed goals. The use of the game as a learning instrument favors the participation and involvement of the students and helps the cohesion of the teams. Challenges of logic, art, care of the environment, equality workshops have coexisted with the usual subjects during this course. The full participation of teachers and students has made this educational challenge a reality that can be extrapolated to other courses and even to other centers that wish to incorporate it.

DEVELOPMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MARKETING IN THE CONTEXT SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF BELARUS

Экономическая наука сегодня ◽

10.21122/2309-6667-2021-13-103-111 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 103-111

Author(s):

S. Bunko

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

State Level ◽

The State ◽

World Community ◽

Environmental Marketing ◽

Responsible Consumption ◽

The World ◽

Development Goals ◽

The Republic

The article is devoted to the analysis of the inclusion of the Republic of Belarus in the processes of achieving the goals of sustainable development adopted by the world community. Environmental marketing is seen as a tool to achieve sustainable development goals in the area of responsible consumption. The essence of environmental marketing at the level of organizations and at the state level is determined. Directions for the development of environmental marketing in the Republic of Belarus have been identified in order to reduce the volume of non-decomposable waste and waste that cannot be recycled, including due to improper collection.

A Circular Economy for the World: The Commodity Ecology Model for Achieving All Sustainable Development Goals

APEC Studies Association of Korea ◽

10.52595/jas.12.2.77 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 12 (2) ◽

pp. 77-99

Author(s):

Mark Douglas Whitaker ◽

Geon-Cheol Shin

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Circular Economy ◽

The World ◽

PRINSIP DAN PENERAPAN MANAJEMEN PROYEK LINGKUNGAN PADA PROYEK-PROYEK DI INDONESIA DALAM RANGKA MEWUJUDKAN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

JURNAL ACITYA ARDANA ◽

10.31092/jaa.v1i1.1253 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 1 (1) ◽

pp. 59-69

Author(s):

Sang Ayu Made Regitha Megaartha

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Project Management ◽

Innovation Network ◽

The European Union ◽

Environmental Technology ◽

The World ◽

Waste Air ◽

The The World Environment Conference in Stockholm in 1972 became clear evidence that environmental problems began to be a concern of various countries around the world, including Indonesia. Humans can not continue to exploit environment for resources and landfills. Environmental project management includes sustainable development aimed at improving the welfare of the community, conserving available natural resources, and ensuring the sustainability of the life of the surrounding environment. This concept is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals which are peace and prosperity for humans and earth, for now and in the future. Indonesia is not the only country that cares about the environment in accordance with the goals of the SGDs. Philippines divides project-affected communities into direct and indirect affected communities. United Kingdom has The European Union (EU) biodiversity strategy which aims to maintain and restore ecosystems. Denmark has The Innovation Network for Environmental Technology (Inno-MT) which is a partnership that supports projects related to waste, air, water and soil. This study aims to understand the principles of sustainable development related to environmental project management and its implementation in Indonesia. In addition, the researcher lists the actions taken by other countries regarding environmental project management to get a wider perspective. Konferensi Lingkungan Hidup Sedunia di Stockholm tahun 1972 menjadi bukti nyata permasalahan lingkungan mulai menjadi perhatian dari berbagai negara di seluruh dunia, termasuk Indonesia. Manusia tidak dapat terus mengeksploitasi lingkungan untuk sumber daya dan tempat pembuangan limbah. Manajemen proyek lingkungan mencakup pembangunan berkelanjutan yang bertujuan meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat, melestarikan sumber daya alam yang tersedia, dan menjamin keberlangsungan kehidupan lingkungan disekitarnya. Konsep ini sejalan dengan tujuan Sustainable Development Goals yaitu perdamaian dan kemakmuran bagi manusia dan bumi, baik saat ini maupun di masa mendatang. Indonesia bukan satu-satunya negara yang peduli mengenai lingkungan sesuai dengan tujuan SGDs. Negara-negara yang menandatangani PBB juga melakukan hal yang sama. Filipina membagi masyarakat terdampak proyek menjadi masyarakat terkena dampak langsung dan tidak langsung. Inggris memiliki The Eurpean Union (EU) biodiversity strategy yang bertujuan untuk mempertahankan dan memulihkan ekosistem. Denmark memiliki The Innovation Network for Environmental Technology (Inno-MT) yaitu kemitraan yang mendukung proyek yang berhubungan dengan limbah, udara, air dan tanah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami prinsip-prinsip yang digunakan dalam rangka pembangunan berkelanjutan yang berkaitan dengan manajemen proyek lingkungan dan pengimplementasiannya di Indonesia. Selain itu, peneliti mencantumkan tindakan-tindakan yang dilakukan oleh negara lain terkait manajemen proyek lingkungan untuk mendapatkan sudut pandang yang lebih luas

Advances in Public Policy and Administration - Examining the Private Sector's Role in Wealth Creation and Poverty Reduction ◽

Changing the Boundaries of Expectations

10.4018/978-1-5225-3117-3.ch007 ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 138-170 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Virginia Munro

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Multinational Enterprises ◽

Shared Value ◽

Public And Private ◽

The World ◽

Csr Strategy ◽

World Economic ◽

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, incorporating the Business and Sustainable Development Commission (BSDC), has stated more rapid attention needs to be directed to implementation of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (also known as Global Goals) by 2030, and this is particularly the case in developing countries. Strategy with this type of inclusion is at the forefront of the solution to current global climatic change and escalating social problems such as poverty, hunger, and inequality. This chapter argues that multinational enterprises (MNEs) are in an excellent position to implement Social Initiatives (SIs) as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) framework and incorporate this into their CSR strategy. This will allow MNEs to be key instigators of SDG implementation and collaboration across sectors, governments, and public and private entities. This chapter provides an explanation of the various frameworks that support MNEs to implement SDGs, and describes the requirements for implementation, followed by a summary of 15 case studies where SDGs have been successfully implemented within a Shared Value and CSR context.

Advances in Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, and E-Services - Anthropological Approaches to Understanding Consumption Patterns and Consumer Behavior ◽

The Consumer Role for Sustainable Development

10.4018/978-1-7998-3115-0.ch018 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 325-341

Author(s):

Seda Yildirim

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Sustainable Consumption ◽

Consumption Behavior ◽

Responsible Consumption ◽

The World ◽

Development Goals ◽

Set Up ◽

The Relationship

The term sustainable consumption is not only a behavior type in marketing and a just consumption behavior, it is more than this. Sustainable or responsible consumption behavior can change the world. Sustainable consumption concept has been investigated widely in the literature and factors that effecting sustainable consumption or being a green consumer has been investigated recently, too. But the relationship between sustainable development and consumer behavior isn't investigated sufficiently. After 2030 Sustainable Development Goals set up, responsibilities and roles have been an important issue to achieve sustainable development in the long term. In this point, this study aims to investigate the consumer role for sustainable development goals through sustainable consumption patterns and trends.

The Consumer Role for Sustainable Development

10.4018/978-1-6684-3885-5.ch047 ◽

2022 ◽

pp. 872-888

Author(s):

Seda Yildirim

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Sustainable Consumption ◽

Consumption Behavior ◽

Responsible Consumption ◽

The World ◽

Development Goals ◽

Set Up ◽

The Relationship

Sustainable Development Through Franchise Innovation in the Digital Economy

10.4018/978-1-6684-3885-5.ch042 ◽

2022 ◽

pp. 793-811

Author(s):

Ye-Sho Chen

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Scaling Up ◽

The Internet ◽

Demand And Supply ◽

Good Relationship ◽

Sustainable Solutions ◽

Global Demand ◽

The World ◽

Franchising has been popular as a strategy for businesses to grow and innovate. It is even more so in today's business need of developing digital solutions for sustainability. In responding to United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, using franchise innovation to replicate proven sustainable solutions in other parts of the world is an effective approach to scaling up solutions to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. The essence of a successful franchise innovation lies in managing the good relationship between the franchisor and the franchisee. In this paper, we show that digital business solutions for sustainability play an important role in growing and nurturing such a good relationship. Specifically, we discuss that franchise innovation via Netchising, combining the digital power of the Internet for global demand-and-supply processes and the international franchising arrangement with local business solutions for sustainability, is an entrepreneurial approach to communities' development where economic and social aspects are mutually supportive.

Gender and the Sustainable Development Goals

Global Social Policy ◽

10.1177/1468018117703444 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 17 (2) ◽

pp. 239-244 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Eun Mee Kim

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Health Education ◽

Gender Inequality ◽

Gender Gap ◽

Development Economic ◽

The World ◽

Development Goals ◽

Women And Girls

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) began in 2016 with great hopes that they will promote social development, economic development, and environmentally sustainable development with the motto, “Leave No One Behind” (UN 2016). In particular, SDGs’ goal 5, “Achieve Gender Equality and Empower All Women and Girls” (UN 2016). However, persistently high gender gap was found in many countries around the world whether they are developed or developing. The 2016 Global Gender Gap Index (GGGI), which examines gender inequality across four key areas of health, education, economy and politics, showed that the gender gap widened in many countries, and the gap in “economic participation and opportunity” showed the largest gender gap compared to health, education and political participation (World Economic Forum 2016). Interestingly, the GGGI do not match the global ranking of countries based on their GDP size, GDP per capita, or even the level of poverty. Thus, in order to deal with the underlying causes of deep-rooted and persistent gender inequality we must develop more culturally nuanced and contextualized approaches in the SDGs to tackle gender inequality (Song & Kim 2013). Gender inequality is simply not acceptable in the world where half of the world’s citizens are not provided with the same rights as the other half. It is also economically less productive to rely on only half of the world’s labor force to help eradicate poverty. Education, employment, and full empowerment of women and girls must be a priority for the SDGs.