Dylematy operacjonalizacji paradygmatu zrównoważonego rozwoju rolnictwa z wykorzystaniem pojęcia ekoefektywności

The article discusses the methodical problems of operationalization of the agriculture sustainable development with the use of the eco-efficiency concept and the DEA method. On the basis of the literature review, dilemmas faced by the researcher adopting this research perspective have been identified. Although the application of these methods allows to reduce the problems related to the selection of weights and reference points, as well as various units in which the inputs and effects of agricultural activity are expressed, at the same time it requires the assumption that: 1) the research will not take into account a random factor; 2) the analysed group of entities is homogenous; 3) exists interchangeability of capital and environmental inputs; 4) exist institutional limitations of over-exploitation of environmental resources.

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The Long Road to Sustainability

10.1093/oso/9780198819516.001.0001 ◽

2018 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Alexander Gillespie

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Environmental Problem ◽

Social Sustainability ◽

Good News ◽

Correct Selection ◽

The Third ◽

Positive Indicators ◽

Laws And Policies ◽

Developed World ◽

Selection Of

This book examines the idea of sustainable development, made up of economic, social, and environmental parts over the period of human history. This work suggests humanity has been unsustainable in all three areas for most of its history, although in the last few hundred years the scale of unsustainability has increased, while, simultaneously, answers have started to emerge. This conclusion can be seen in two parts, namely the economic and social sides of sustainable development and then the environmental ones. This work suggests that, with the correct selection of tools, solid and positive foundations for the economic and social sides of sustainable development is possible as the world globalizes. This is not, however, a foregone conclusion. Despite a number of recent positive indicators in this area, there are still very large unanswered questions with existing mechanisms and other gaps in the international architecture which, if not fixed, could quickly make problems of economic and social sustainability worse, not better. With the third leg of sustainable development, that for the environment, the optimism is not as strong. The good news is that science, laws, and policies have evolved and expanded to the level that, in theory, there is no environmental problem which cannot be solved. In many areas, especially in the developed world, success is already easy to measure. Where it is not easy to measure, and pessimism creeps in, is in the developing world, which is now inheriting a scale and mixture of environmental difficulties which are simply unprecedented.

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Sustainable Transport Indicators in the Context of Introducing of Electric Passenger Cars

Tehnički glasnik ◽

10.31803/tg-20200706175206 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 (3) ◽

pp. 318-324

Author(s):

Stevan Kjosevski ◽

Atanas Kochov ◽

Darko Danev ◽

Aleksandar Kostikj

Keyword(s):

Decision Making ◽

Sustainable Development ◽

Literature Review ◽

Sustainable Transport ◽

Ahp Method ◽

Passenger Cars ◽

Balkan Countries ◽

Scientific Approach ◽

Development Analysis

Sustainable development and sustainable transport are becoming of higher and higher importance. A scientific approach to sustainable development analysis means, first of all, identification of relevant indicators. Based on literature review and regional professionals’ view, a total of 90 indicators have been chosen. They have been structured in five hierarchic levels. A total of five personal transport means alternatives have been analyzed in the research. The AHP method of analysis has been employed in which 75 professionals from the Western Balkan countries have filled appropriate questionnaire. The research presents their opinion about the capacity of each of the alternatives to contribute to the sustainable transport in the region, but also puts a light on perception of the professionals on importance of chosen indicators. The results of this research could be used for further research and could also help to decision making levels regarding sustainable transport and sustainable development.

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Experimental Economics in Agriculture: A Review of Worldwide Research

Agronomy ◽

10.3390/agronomy11081566 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (8) ◽

pp. 1566

Author(s):

Ernesto Mesa-Vázquez ◽

Juan F. Velasco-Muñoz ◽

José A. Aznar-Sánchez ◽

Belén López-Felices

Keyword(s):

Environmental Policy ◽

Literature Review ◽

Public Goods ◽

Experimental Economics ◽

Scientific Production ◽

Bibliometric Study ◽

Agricultural Activity ◽

Global Level ◽

Policy Makers ◽

Wide Range

Over the last two decades, experimental economics has been gaining relevance in the research of a wide range of issues related to agriculture. In turn, the agricultural activity provides an excellent field of study within which to validate the use of instruments employed by experimental economics. The aim of this study is to analyze the dynamics of the research on the application of experimental economics in agriculture on a global level. Thus, a literature review has been carried out for the period between the years 2000 and 2020 based on a bibliometric study. The main results show that there has been a growing use of experimental economics methods in the research on agriculture, particularly over the last five years. This evolution is evident in the different indicators analyzed and is reflected in the greater scientific production and number of actors involved. The most relevant topics within the research on experimental economics in agriculture focus on the farmer, the markets, the consumer, environmental policy, and public goods. These results can be useful for policy makers and researchers interested in this line of research.

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Geotourism—Examining Tools for Sustainable Development

Geosciences ◽

10.3390/geosciences11010030 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

pp. 30

Author(s):

Marie-Luise Frey

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Good Practice ◽

Geological Heritage ◽

World Heritage Site ◽

Infrastructure Development ◽

Regional Tourism ◽

Heritage Site ◽

Heritage Science ◽

Geosite Assessment ◽

Selection Of

From the middle of the 1990s, geotourism was introduced through the first geotrails, their evolution, and the first geopark worldwide in Gerolstein/Vulkaneifel, Germany. The latter is one of the founding members of the European Geoparks Network, which was established in 2000 at the International Tourism Bourse (ITB) in Berlin. The main goal of the first geopark was to link geological heritage with tourism in a rural area that was trying to create new perspectives to inspire young people to stay in their home territory. Geotourism was initiated as part of sustainable tourist development and for future sustainable development at that time in the Gerolstein region. The first steps to implement the Gerolstein/Vulkaneifel Geopark, Germany, were taken in 1992. The core aspects included geological heritage, science transfer, and education as tools for developing geotourism in the broad sense and integrating local people and municipalities in the geopark activities of the rural region. Close collaboration with the local and regional tourism organizations highlighted the need to both define tools and demonstrate their success. Up to now, practice has shown that such success can be demonstrated by the infrastructure created, as well as adjacent measures and activities. A network of factors was determined to play a significant role in ensuring the successful sustainable development in a geopark across the field of geotourism. There are many activities and publications on geological heritage, geosite assessment, significance, and use, but there are fewer which reflect on the network of factors highlighted in this contribution which were first presented in 2002. In many publications and investigations, one factor in particular is emphasized, e.g., infrastructure development, such as panels or other items. Not all of the mentioned factors, however, are being addressed. As a result, a selection of good practice examples of UNESCO Global Geoparks (UGGP) working on the network-oriented conceptual basis has been studied here, in line with the conceptual principle set forth about 25 years ago. The geopark examples in this study include Lesvos Island UGGp (Greece), Naturtejo UGGP (Portugal), Vulkaneifel UGGp (Germany), and Hong Kong UGGP (China), as well as the example of the Messel Pit World Heritage Site (WHS) (Germany). The latter was integrated to present an example which is not a geopark, showing that this concept can also be transferred to a WHS as a tool for sustainable development according the UN 2030 Agenda. The information on the development of the selected examples was obtained by visiting the geopark territory and from the geopark’s websites and published material as a combined methodology.

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Semi-Systematic Literature Review on Sustainability and Sustainable Development in Higher Education Institutions

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su13147683 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (14) ◽

pp. 7683

Author(s):

Amila Omazic ◽

Bernd Markus Zunk

Keyword(s):

Higher Education ◽

Sustainable Development ◽

Literature Review ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Higher Education Institutions ◽

Main Research ◽

Agenda 2030 ◽

Research Themes ◽

Development Goals

Public sector organizations, primarily higher education institutions (HEIs), are facing greater levels of responsibility since adopting and committing to the Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development (SD) and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). HEIs are expected to provide guidance for various stakeholders on this matter, but also to implement this agenda and the SDGs in their institutions. Although the role of these organizations has been recognized, the fields and issues that HEIs should address on their path towards sustainability and SD are still unclear. To provide further clarity, a semi-systematic literature review on sustainability and SD in HEIs was conducted to identify both the key concepts and main research themes that represent sustainability and SD in HEIs and to identify research gaps. This review increases our knowledge of this topic and enhances our understanding of sustainability and SD in the context of HEIs.

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Optimized Application of Sustainable Development Strategy in International Engineering Project Management

Mathematics ◽

10.3390/math9141633 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (14) ◽

pp. 1633

Author(s):

Zhiwu Zhou ◽

Julián Alcalá ◽

Víctor Yepes

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Project Management ◽

Literature Review ◽

Management System ◽

Research Method ◽

Programming Algorithm ◽

International Project ◽

Engineering Project ◽

Project Management System

The aim of this paper is to establish an international framework for sustainable project management in engineering, to make up the lack of research in this field, and to propose a scientific theoretical basis for the establishment of a new project management system. The article adopts literature review, mathematical programming algorithm and case study as the research method. The literature review applied the visual clustering research method and analyzed the results of 21-year research in this field. As a result, the project management system was found to have defects and deficiencies. A mathematical model was established to analyze the composition and elements of the optimized international project management system. The case study research selected large bridges for analysis and verified the superiority and practicability of the theoretical system. Thus, the goal of sustainable development of bridges was achieved. The value of this re-search lies in establishing a comprehensive international project management system model; truly integrating sustainable development with project management; providing new research frames and management models to promote the sustainable development of the construction industry.

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A Systematic Literature Review of Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Methods for Sustainable Selection of Insulation Materials in Buildings

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su13020737 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (2) ◽

pp. 737

Author(s):

Indre Siksnelyte-Butkiene ◽

Dalia Streimikiene ◽

Tomas Balezentis ◽

Virgilijus Skulskis

Keyword(s):

Decision Making ◽

Literature Review ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Energy Demand ◽

Energy Performance ◽

Future Research ◽

Multi Criteria Decision Making ◽

Insulation Materials ◽

Advantages And Disadvantages ◽

Selection Of

The European Commission has recently adopted the Renovation Wave Strategy, aiming at the improvement of the energy performance of buildings. The strategy aims to at least double renovation rates in the next ten years and make sure that renovations lead to higher energy and resource efficiency. The choice of appropriate thermal insulation materials is one of the simplest and, at the same time, the most popular strategies that effectively reduce the energy demand of buildings. Today, the spectrum of insulation materials is quite wide, and each material has its own specific characteristics. It is recognized that the selection of materials is one of the most challenging and difficult steps of a building project. This paper aims to give an in-depth view of existing multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) applications for the selection of insulation materials and to provide major insights in order to simplify the process of methods and criteria selection for future research. A systematic literature review is performed based on the Search, Appraisal, Synthesis and Analysis (SALSA) framework and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. In order to determine which MCDM method is the most appropriate for different questions, the main advantages and disadvantages of different methods are provided.

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Multiple Criteria Decision Making for the Achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals: A Systematic Literature Review and a Research Agenda

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su13084129 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (8) ◽

pp. 4129

Author(s):

Manuel Sousa ◽

Maria Fatima Almeida ◽

Rodrigo Calili

Keyword(s):

Decision Making ◽

Sustainable Development ◽

Literature Review ◽

Systematic Literature Review ◽

Research Agenda ◽

Sustainable Development Goals ◽

Multiple Criteria Decision Making ◽

Multiple Criteria ◽

2030 Agenda ◽

Development Goals

Multiple-criteria decision making (MCDM) methods have been widely employed in various fields and disciplines, including decision problems regarding Sustainable Development (SD) issues. The main objective of this paper is to present a systematic literature review (SLR) on MCDM methods supporting decisions focusing on the achievement of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in regional, national, or local contexts. In this regard, 143 published scientific articles from 2016 to 2020 were retrieved from the Scopus database, selected and reviewed. They were categorized according to the decision problem associated with SDGs issues, the MCDM methodological approach, including the use (or not) of fuzzy set theory, sensitivity analysis, and multistakeholder approaches, the context of MCDM applications, and the MCDM classification (if utility-based, compromise, multi-objective, outranking, or other MCDM methods). The widespread adoption of MCDM methods in complex contexts confirms that they can help decision-makers solve multidimensional problems associated with key issues within the 2030 Agenda framework. Besides, the state-of-art review provides an improved understanding of this research field and directions for building a research agenda for those interested in advancing the research on MCDM applications in issues associated with the 2030 Agenda framework.

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Will the Consequences of Covid-19 Trigger a Redefining of the Role of Transport in the Development of Sustainable Tourism?

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su13041887 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (4) ◽

pp. 1887

Author(s):

Marek Więckowski

Keyword(s):

Sustainable Development ◽

Literature Review ◽

Sustainable Transport ◽

Critical Importance ◽

Global Issues ◽

Changing Roles ◽

Sustainable Utilisation ◽

Tourism Enterprises ◽

Critical Overview

As there are very marked relationships between tourism and transport, integrated knowledge of these processes is essential if destinations and tourism enterprises are to be developed, an effective tourism policy pursued, and emerging local and global issues and conflicts surrounding tourism resolved. Beyond this, in an era of huge change reflecting the consequences of the COVID-19 viral pandemic, the importance of sustainable transport in tourism’s sustainable development appears to be of critical importance. Adopting this kind of perspective, this paper seeks to achieve a critical overview of conceptual dimensions of sustainability that link up with tourism and transport. To this end, ideas based on the literature and previous discussions are extended to include certain new propositions arising out of a (hopefully) post-COVID-19 world. Proceeding first with a systematic literature review (SLR), this article discusses the importance of transport to the development of tourism, dealing critically with modes of transport and their changing roles in sustainable development under COVID and post-COVID circumstances. The author summarises likely new way(s) of thinking in the aftermath of the pandemic, with the need for this/these to be far more sustainable and responsible, and characterised by a reorientation of behaviour in a “green” direction. It is further concluded that three aspects of transport–tourism relations will prove crucial to more sustainable utilisation—i.e., proximity, slower and less energy-intensive travel, and green transport.

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Corruption, Environmental Resources, and International Trade

Topics in Economic Analysis & Policy ◽

10.2202/1538-0653.1515 ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Priya Ranjan ◽

Baishali Bakshi

Keyword(s):

International Trade ◽

Resource Management ◽

Comparative Advantage ◽

Environmental Resources ◽

Over Exploitation

Abstract It is shown how corruption in the management of environmental resources can give rise to a comparative advantage in environment-intensive industries. International trade, in this setting, is not necessarily welfare improving. When corruption responds endogenously to the over-exploitation of resources, it is possible for international trade to generate forces that improve resource management by reducing corruption. Therefore, in this case trade could provide gains in addition to the usual gains.

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