scholarly journals Improvement of metric for quantification and assessment of the energy justice

2021 ◽  
pp. 262-262
Author(s):  
Miroslav Parovic ◽  
Miroslav Kljajic
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
Composite Indicator ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
New Energy ◽  
Energy Indicators ◽  
Energy Justice ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Universal Application

This paper provide a qualitative analysis of existing metrics that directly or indirectly quantify energy justice. The main objective of the paper was to determine shortcomings and to suggest improvements in order to enhane existing metrics and create conditions for defining of new energy indicators. The emphasis was placed on the analysis of the readiness of the system for the energy transition. Therefore, elements of the energy trilemma of the observed countries were defined using known parameters related to the transition processes. The use of known economic, political, energy, environmental and other indicators provided the universality of the suggested metric and reduced the impact of subjectivity. Proposed improvements for the metric of energy justice and the defining of new energy indicators served as a help tool for decision-makers in the energy sector. Political solutions should strive to a balancing of the energy trilemma, which was the main precondition for achieving the goals of sustainable development and a just transition. The main results of this paper are the possibility of universal application of metric for the quantification of energy justice and a new composite indicator that indicated the level of energy transition fairness.

scholarly journals Life Cycle Analysis Methods on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Procedures in the Perspective of Sustainable Development

2018 ◽  
Vol 74 ◽  
pp. 11003
Author(s):  
Andreas Pramudianto
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Life Cycle ◽  
Environmental Impact ◽  
Impact Assessment ◽  
Environmental Impact Assessment ◽  
Life Cycle Analysis ◽  
Environmental Science ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Environmental Damage ◽  
The Impact

Basically each product or service has its own life cycle. Life Cycle Analysis Method can be used to assess the impact of an activity both production and service activities. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or Analisis Mengenai Dampak Lingkungan (AMDAL) is one of the activities that must be fulfilled in order to obtain an environmental permit. EIA activities have a life cycle process that needs to be known and understood so that environmental permits can be obtained. Therefore this study aims to find out the use of the LCA method in EIA procedures. In addition, with the LCA method, EIA activities are expected to be well studied according to the function of this service. LCA can provide to reduce the least impact from environmental damage. This research will be useful for the development of environmental science, especially related to the study of environmental impacts, especially EIA. It is expected that the results of the study will provide a complete picture of the relevance of the LCA method with EIA and the benefits that can be taken. The results of this study will be an important recommendation for decision makers regarding the importance of EIA in development, especially sustainable development through the method used, namely LCA.

scholarly journals The impact of tourist flows on the sustainable development of a tourist destination

2021 ◽  
Vol 937 (4) ◽  
pp. 042031
Author(s):  
A Kopyrin ◽  
E Vidishcheva
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Additional Data ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
Tourist Flows ◽  
Expert Assessments ◽  
The Impact

Abstract The development of the economy’s tourism sector is one of the priority tasks set by the leadership of the Krasnodar Territory and Russian Federation. Thus, the construction of a model of the impact of tourist flows on the sustainability of the destination is very relevant. The authors developed a simulation model of the impact of tourist flows on the sustainable development of destination. The weighted net savings indicator was used as a measure of sustainability. This model can be further used in predicting the development of the studied sector of the economy. Using the developed tool for medium- and long-term planning will provide additional data to decision makers, reducing uncertainty, and thus improving the quality of management. The accuracy of the model is based entirely on publicly available statistics and expert assessments.

scholarly journals FACTORS OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRANSFORMATIONS MANAGEMENT IN THE UKRAINIAN ENERGY SECTOR

2020 ◽  
pp. 149-155
Author(s):  
U. Pysmenna ◽  
G. Trypolska ◽  
T. Kurbatova ◽  
O. Kubatko
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Energy Sector ◽  
Transition Management ◽  
Energy Sustainability ◽  
Energy Transitions ◽  
The Impact

The article considers the preconditions for sustainable development of the energy sector from the standpoint of political and economic basis of energy transitions, actualizes and reveals the scientific problem of the impact of socio-technical transitions, in particular energy, on economic sustainability. It is determined that the task of assessing the efficiency of the energy system as a set of criteria for achieving a compromise of interests, stability and reliability of energy markets is best solved by assessing energy sustainability. Problems and ways to intensify the use of energy policy levers to promote sustainable energy transitions have been identified. It is determined that with the help of sustainable energy transitions the state is able to overcome its own inefficiency of energy conversion and consumption and to demonstrate the phenomenon of decoupling (economic growth without significant growth of energy consumption). Energy policies and strategies as means of energy transition management are considered: creation of preconditions for their occurrence; acceleration / deceleration, support of current transittions; minimization of negative external factors and social factors of vulnerability to changes in socio-technical regimes; maintaining an optimal energy balance. A deeper understanding of the process of energy transition management, vulnerability of energy systems under their influence has been achieved. Three key factors of energy transition management in order to strengthen the level of energy sustainability and ensure sustainable development of the economy: the course (flow) of transitions, the vulnerability of the economic system under their influence and the level of sustainability of energy transitions. Effective management of such transitions with the help of these factors can be a guarantee of sustainable development not only of the energy sector but also of the economy as a whole and create the conditions for its transition to a sustainable and circular type of development. The management of energy transitions in the energy sector of Ukraine is analyzed on the example of diversification of electricity supply through the operation of small solar power plants in private households.

scholarly journals Renewable energy and adaptation to climate change

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 111-121
Author(s):  
Marta Stoian
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
Clean Energy ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Adaptation To Climate Change ◽  
Current Climate ◽  
Holistic Understanding ◽  
The Impact

Climate change is an unprecedented challenge in human history. It requires further immediate and concerted action. Understanding the stage of development of each energy resource, as the impact on the energy system to make informed decisions and prescribe a healthy energy future has thus become a priority. Decisions such as the phasing out of fossil fuels and the transition to an efficient and 100% renewable energy system, as well as increasing the storage capacity of greenhouse gases using environmentally sustainable approaches, maintaining natural ecosystems that generate environmental services, and restoring the degraded ones are now a top issue. Therefore, the relationship between energy and environmental policy is becoming essential. Accordingly, this paper will focus on the transition to renewable energy, the adaptation to climate change and the energy transition at EU level being strenuously debated, in order to build a holistic context of the actual situation. Adaptation to climate change requests a complex scientific study, given the diversity of uncertainties involved, and the interconnections between different areas, such as agriculture, sustainable development or energy industry. Therefore, the aim of research is to provide holistic understanding of the current climate issues, according to the mentioned fields. In this context, it is emphasized the benefits of clean energy by investigating the methods for achieving a prolific energy transition, from a conventional to a sustainable one. Carefully analysing the commitments and the transition to a low-carbon electricity system looking behind the causes and studying closely the underlying elements of all these topics, using the qualitative research method as a basis to indulge in further analysis and research, it was outlined a detailed analysis of the current climate context. In conclusion, the effect of the pressure brought into play by human exploitation of goods and services on the ecosystems was associated with the ongoing concerns of environmental degradation, climatic variations, natural and ecological distortions, and financial setbacks. Taking into account the drive toward accomplishing sustainable development and environmental quality, powerful policies are being implemented, but given the variety of investment conditions in each country and including the different characteristics of the financial markets, there is no unique solution that works for everybody. Therefore, the transition to a more sustainable energy system has a verity of implications but it is an essential condition for sustainable development.

scholarly journals Research on the Technical Development Trend of New Energy Vehicles in the Future

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Wenrong Qu
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Electric Energy ◽  
Development Trend ◽  
Vehicle Exhaust ◽  
New Energy ◽  
New Type ◽  
Vehicle Technology ◽  
New Energy Vehicle ◽  
The Impact ◽  
New Energy Vehicles

New energy vehicle technology is a new type of vehicle based on the concept of sustainable development in China. In terms of functional use, it can reduce the content of toxic gas and carbon dioxide in vehicle exhaust and reduce the impact on urban air quality by means of electric energy or mixed energy. At the same time, with the characteristics of new energy, it can effectively alleviate the problem that non-renewable energy is almost exhausted, and make the construction of urban economic system more suitable for the development situation of sustainable development concept. In this paper, based on the analysis of the types of new energy vehicles, it is expected to provide a good reference for the subsequent research and development of new energy vehicles.

scholarly journals How aligned are the WHO European Region policy documents to the Sustainable Development Goals?

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
K N Nogales ◽  
A A Abrantes
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Ecological Perspective ◽  
Policy Documents ◽  
2030 Agenda ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development presents an unprecedented opportunity to apply an ecological perspective in public health. It’s success relays on the capacity to interpret and translate embodied principles into policies and actions. Regional policy document (PDs) guide the actions taken by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Member States. This study aims to explore the alignment between these tools and the health-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the WHO European Region. Methods PDs were identified scanning the contents of the 2015-2018 Sessions of the Regional Committee for Europe - the WHO decision-making body. 17 PDs endorsed during this period were directly included. 39 Progress reports were scanned to find additional valid PDs. The Final list included 32 items. A content analysis of the PDs was used to establish alignment to 64 health-related SDGs targets. Results Preliminary results found that each PD aligned to multiple targets within and beyond SDG 3. 24 PDs addressed all targets of SDG 3. A gap within target 3.b was identified (development of medicines and vaccines). Three PDs dealt with health issues outside SDG 3: target 2.1 and 2.2 (end hunger and malnutrition), 15.8 (prevent and reduce the impact of invasive species), and 16.2 (end violence and abuse against children). Five crosscutting PDs aimed to reduce the impact of social, economic and environmental determinants of health on specific population groups, aligning to several targets at the time. Gaps in Target 8.7 (eradicate forced labor) and 14.2 (protect marine and coastal ecosystems) were found. Conclusions PDs have the potential of contributing to several targets simultaneously, linking health to diverse aspects of sustainable development. The SDGs open the possibility for multisectoral actions. PDs invite decision-makers to venture into unconventional policy fields to address public health concerns raised by climate change and sustainable development. Key messages Policy documents are a valuable instrument to advance the 2030 Agenda as they enjoy the commitment of Member States and guide the action taken by international and national decision makers. The ecological perspective in public health promised by the 2030 Agenda demands actions beyond SDG 3, to address the health dimension of all aspects of sustainable development.

scholarly journals National Energy Transition Framework toward SDG7 with Legal Reforms and Policy Bundles: The Case of Taiwan and Its Comparison with Japan

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 1387 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mu-Xing Lin ◽  
Hwa Meei Liou ◽  
Kuei Tien Chou
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
Energy Development ◽  
Electricity Sector ◽  
Sustainable Development Goal ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Fair Competition ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Energy Justice

The main problem explored in this study is how Taiwan and other countries meet the challenges of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals regarding energy transition by using legal instruments or policy bundles. This study adopts textual analysis and legal policy analysis as its main form of research methodology, and the theory of energy justice, as well as principles of energy management, to correlate with the Sustainable Development Goals. Furthermore, this study aims to construct an analysis structure for national energy transition and to analyze the current situation within Taiwan’s electricity sector reforms, while providing evidence of the national experience of electrical industry reforms as an international reference. This study also compares the differences between the seventh Sustainable Development Goal relationship and national energy transitions in Taiwan and Japan, based on the similar initiative of the revised Electricity Act with the policy bundle. This study specifically finds that, firstly, the theory for energy justice is connected with the principles for energy management, owing to the same concepts of “Fair Competition”, via the recognition of “Energy Development and Poverty”, which correlates with “Environment Protection”. Therefore, the concept of energy transition proposed in this study integrates national energy development policy goals and combines them with environmental sustainability, the green economy, and social equity. Secondly, the national energy transition in Taiwan is a response to the Sustainable Development Goals, and electricity sector-related laws could be used as legal tools for national energy transition. This study concludes that Taiwanese and Japanese governments can strengthen their environmental regulations to promote fair competition directly, with fair competition then being able to enhance stable electricity supply, to enable these countries to move towards the seventh Sustainable Development Goal and its indicators. Finally, the analysis structure used in this study could be used as a policy analysis tool for other countries during their own energy transition, when a nation is willing to strategically reform its electricity sector and make sustainable choices regarding transition paths and policy bundles that are suitable for the situation of the individual country. Then, a nation can make revisions to its laws and formulate a policy that is in line with local conditions, while as simultaneously implementing the Sustainable Development Goals.

Conclusion

2020 ◽  
pp. 349-356
Author(s):  
Íñigo del Guayo ◽  
Lee Godden ◽  
Donald N. Zillman ◽  
Milton F. Montoya ◽  
José Juan González
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Energy Poverty ◽  
The Future ◽  
New Energy ◽  
Energy Justice ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Developed Nations

The individual chapters in this book have addressed how law can advance energy justice in all its multi-faceted aspects. In turn, this chapter provides summary conclusions drawn from the legal analyses contained in those chapters, emphasising how law is essential to achieving global and national goals for energy justice. In doing so, it provides particular emphasis on the fight against energy poverty, while examining the potential for a variety of existing legal measures to provide solutions to pressing energy justice issues for developing and developed nations. The analysis also highlights the lessons that can be learned for the future energy transition from the case studies of the barriers to energy justice that exist in many jurisdictions examined in this collection. In its survey of how Law can assist in facilitating developments, such as decarbonization, that are needed to transit to a new energy system, it has squarely kept a focus on enabling the transition to take place in the fairest possible way.

scholarly journals COACHING TRENDS IN ROMANIA

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 276-278
Author(s):  
Lorena Florentina Popescul ◽  
Loredana Jitaru
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Additional Research ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Strong Tendency ◽  
Personal Lives ◽  
Current State ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Future Growth

The purpose of this study is to determine the future coaching trends in the Romanian market in the short, medium, and long term. We conducted a qualitative analysis where we administered a semi-structured, in-depth interview with 10 coaches asking them to share their opinions about the incoming trends in the Romanian coaching market. We note that the answers provided by coaches indicate a strong tendency for future growth in coaching; the public’s awareness of this topic is estimated to increase, especially because most organizations will realize that they can no longer cope with the new waves of change in the markets and in people’s behavior. This study can benefit experts interested in the current state of coaching, as well as decision-makers who seek to implement coaching in their organizations or in their personal lives. This work highlights valuable results that can act as starting points for additional research. This type of study is rare in Romania, and hence, this present study is important for understanding the impact of coaching trends in the Romanian market in the short, medium, and long term.

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