China is carving out a distinctive development path which features urban-rural integration.This approach has not only yielded tangible results domestically but also drawn the attention of other countries.
The rapid urbanization and increasing challenges are faced by cities globally,including climate change,population growth,and resource constraints.Sustainable smart city(also referred to as“smart sustainable city”)ca...The rapid urbanization and increasing challenges are faced by cities globally,including climate change,population growth,and resource constraints.Sustainable smart city(also referred to as“smart sustainable city”)can offer innovative solutions by integrating advanced technologies to build smarter,greener,and more livable urban environments with significant benefits.Using the Web of Science(WoS)database,this study examined:(i)the mainstream approaches and current research trends in the literature of sustainable smart city;(ii)the extent to which the research of sustainable smart city aligns with Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs);(iii)the current topics and collaboration patterns in sustainable smart city research;and(iv)the potential opportunities for future research on the sustainable smart city field.The findings indicated that research on sustainable smart city began in 2010 and gained significant momentum in 2013,with China leading,followed by Italy and Spain.Moreover,59.00%of the selected publications on the research of sustainable smart city focus on SDG 11(Sustainable Cities and Communities).Bibliometric analysis outcome revealed that artificial intelligence(AI),big data,machine learning,and deep learning are emerging research fields.The terms smart city,smart cities,and sustainability emerged as the top three co-occurring keywords with the highest link strength,followed by frequently co-occurring keywords such as AI,innovation,big data,urban governance,resilience,machine learning,and Internet of Things(IoT).The clustering results indicated that current studies explored the theoretical foundation,challenges,and future prospects of sustainable smart city,with an emphasis on sustainability.To further support urban sustainability and the attainment of SDGs,the future research of sustainable smart city should explore the application and implications of AI and big data on urban development including cybersecurity and governance challenges.展开更多
Within the framework of the 2030 Agenda and to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs),science,technology and innovation play an even more central role.Building on this foundation,the primary objective of this...Within the framework of the 2030 Agenda and to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs),science,technology and innovation play an even more central role.Building on this foundation,the primary objective of this paper is to explore the potential applications of blockchain in supporting the achievement of these sustainability goals.Starting from a review of the relevant literature on this topic,the main fields in which blockchain can contribute to sustainable development will be identified.The main blockchain applications will then be analyzed and categorized according to these SDGs.This research will then critically present the main blockchain-based projects that emerged in the first stage of the study and were implemented by the United Nations.The main objectives and benefits of each project will be analyzed.This is where the originality of this paper lies.To the best of the author’s knowledge,this is one of the first attempts to present a comprehensive overview of the United Nations’projects related to SDGs 1,2,5,7,9,13,and 16.This paper,which bridges the gap between innovation management and the sustainability field,will contribute to the increasingly current debate on sustainability issues and be beneficial to scholars,practitioners,and policymakers alike.展开更多
Background:People working outdoors in the Map Ta Phut pollution control area of Thailand require comprehen-sive health monitoring.In the past,studies have been done on the health effects of pollutants.However,there ar...Background:People working outdoors in the Map Ta Phut pollution control area of Thailand require comprehen-sive health monitoring.In the past,studies have been done on the health effects of pollutants.However,there are few studies on musculoskeletal disorders(MSDs),and Thailand is struggling to meet the Sustainable Development Goals.Methods:This cross-sectional study examines access to health services and factors affecting MSDs among outdoor pollution workers(OPWs).The sample group includes OPWs,including local fisherman,street vendors,public car drivers,and traffic police.We studied 50 people from each of these groups,for a total of 200 people.Data were analyzed with inferential statistics using Chi-square test,McNemar test,and Univariate logistic regression.Results:The OPWs reported experiencing significantly more total MSDs pain than they did in the past(P<0.05).Factors affecting current MSDs pain,including occupation and working days per week,were significant(P<0.05).The street vendor group and public car driver group had(odds ratio[OR]=2.253,95%confidence interval[CI]:1.101 to 5.019)and(OR=2.681,95%CI:1.191 to 6.032)times higher risks of MSDs pain,respectively.OPWs who work>5 days per week had a(OR=1.464,95%CI:1.093 to 2.704)times higher risk of MSDs pain.52.7%of OPWs with MSDs,pain(n=110)had received an annual health check-up.In the past year,50.9%had minor illnesses and 21.8%had severe illnesses.OPWs receiving free treatment and visiting health service stations for no cost comprised 77.3%and 51.8%,respectively.60.9%used their right to receive treatment with universal health insurance cards.Conclusions:The study indicates that occupational groups with MSDs pain problems should exercise this right,according to the worker protection law.Local health agencies should organize activities or create accessible media to promote preventive medicine services,as many OPWs believe that health services can only be accessed when illness occurs.展开更多
The ASEAN-China(Beijing Municipal Administrative Centre)Trade and Investment Promotion Conference serves as a new platform for fostering collaboration in trade,investment,and sustainable growth.The event,held in Tongz...The ASEAN-China(Beijing Municipal Administrative Centre)Trade and Investment Promotion Conference serves as a new platform for fostering collaboration in trade,investment,and sustainable growth.The event,held in Tongzhou District-the municipal administrative center of Beijing-highlights shared aspirations for building an environmentally friendly and innovation-driven regional economy.展开更多
The study offers a conceptual framework illuminating sustainable rural development by a continuous cycling interplay among five interdependent systems,physical,social,economic,knowledge,and creative.The framework is a...The study offers a conceptual framework illuminating sustainable rural development by a continuous cycling interplay among five interdependent systems,physical,social,economic,knowledge,and creative.The framework is applied to analyze the livelihood transition in the economic system and conversion of traditional knowledge in the creative system for farm households engaged in large cardamom cultivation in Northern mountainous region in Vietnam.This study used a probit model to examine a data set comprising 300 households and confirmed that factors within the social and physical systems(such as labor,access to information,social networks,land use,and transportation infrastructure)determined livelihood transition to tourism employment within the economic system.In addition,the conversion of traditional knowledge in the creative system was found to be contingent upon non-farm employment and credit capital in the economic system,as well as traditional knowledge and knowledge exchange in the knowledge system.This study demonstrates how the sustainable development of rural agriculture can be achieved by converting traditional knowledge and transferring livelihood,contributing to attain Sustainable Development Goals 2(Zero Hunger)and SDG 12(Responsible Consumption and Production).展开更多
At the turn of the 21st century,specifically from 10 to 12 October 2000,the first Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation(FOCAC)was held in Beijing,following prior consultations.More than 80 mi...At the turn of the 21st century,specifically from 10 to 12 October 2000,the first Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation(FOCAC)was held in Beijing,following prior consultations.More than 80 ministers from China and 44 African countries attended.In a joint declaration issued at the end of the conference,both sides expressed strong appreciation for the stable development of Sino-African relations over the past decades,full confidence in future cooperation,and a shared belief that a solid foundation exists for friendly relations and collaboration,rooted in their long-standing traditional friendship.展开更多
Gabon,located on the west coast of Central Africa,is one of the most forested countries.This small but richly biodiverse country is covered by rainforests,which make up approximately 85%of its land area.These forests ...Gabon,located on the west coast of Central Africa,is one of the most forested countries.This small but richly biodiverse country is covered by rainforests,which make up approximately 85%of its land area.These forests are home to a wide variety of wildlife,including elephants and numerous bird species,making Gabon a crucial area for conservation efforts.展开更多
The blue economy encompasses all economic activities related to oceans,seas,and coastal resources,emphasizing sustainable development that balances ecological health with economic growth.It includes sectors such as fi...The blue economy encompasses all economic activities related to oceans,seas,and coastal resources,emphasizing sustainable development that balances ecological health with economic growth.It includes sectors such as fisheries,maritime trade,coastal tourism,renewable energy,and marine biotechnology.For China and ASEAN,the blue economy represents not only a source of substantial economic potential but also a crucial domain for addressing shared challenges such as resource sustainability,ecological conservation,and climate resilience.展开更多
Blindness affected 45 million people globally in 2021,and moderate to severe vision loss a further 295 million.[1]The most common causes,cataract and uncorrected refractive error,are generally the easiest to treat,and...Blindness affected 45 million people globally in 2021,and moderate to severe vision loss a further 295 million.[1]The most common causes,cataract and uncorrected refractive error,are generally the easiest to treat,and are among the most cost-effective procedures in all of medicine and international development.[1-2]Thus,vision impairment is both extremely common and,in principle,readily manageable.展开更多
The water-energy nexus is a key area of focus in efforts to achieve the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.As population growth and climate change continue to strain both water and energy systems,innovativ...The water-energy nexus is a key area of focus in efforts to achieve the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.As population growth and climate change continue to strain both water and energy systems,innovative and integrated solutions are required that take into account the inextricable interdependen-cies of these systems.Optimizing resource use,reducing carbon emissions,and increasing system resilience are no longer optional;they are critical imperatives for a sustainable future.This special issue of Engineering presents groundbreaking research exploring the synergies and tradeoffs within the water-energy nexus,offer-ing invaluable insights for policymakers,engineers,and researchers.展开更多
At present,the AI field is in a golden window period,which provides a historic opportunity for establishing new AI standards.Over the years,sensing enhanced AI technology has constantly developed,promoting the develop...At present,the AI field is in a golden window period,which provides a historic opportunity for establishing new AI standards.Over the years,sensing enhanced AI technology has constantly developed,promoting the development and progress of industries.With the development of new technologies,the demand for standards has become more prominent.The Global Center for Sensing Enhanced AI(GCSEA)is expected to integrate domestic and foreign resources and make joint efforts to promote the development of relevant sensing standards.展开更多
The World Sustainability Standards Organization(WSSO)was established in October 2023.This organization aims to unify various standards in the fields of sustainable development such as energy,carbon sinks,green finance...The World Sustainability Standards Organization(WSSO)was established in October 2023.This organization aims to unify various standards in the fields of sustainable development such as energy,carbon sinks,green finance,ecological environment industries,energy conservation and environmental protection,carbon neutrality-related technologies,and ESG.WSSO supports the implementation of projects stipulated in the Paris Agreement such as the carbon market,and enhance the global coordination efforts in areas such as the digital currency of central banks and the carbon payment settlement system by connecting the digital currencies of various countries.展开更多
In response to the critical need to balance fiscal expenditure governance with sustainable development,this study identifies the optimal level of fiscal expenditure decentralization that enhances sustainable outcomes....In response to the critical need to balance fiscal expenditure governance with sustainable development,this study identifies the optimal level of fiscal expenditure decentralization that enhances sustainable outcomes.The study aims to determine the optimal expenditure decentralization that maximizes sustainable development outcomes across these dimensions.Theoretically,we analyze the impact mechanism of expenditure decentralization on sustainable development and hypothesize that there is an inverted U-shaped relationship between them,along with the possibility of finding an optimal level of expenditure decentralization.We test this hypothesis by measuring sustainable development in the context of a panel data set for 52 countries covering the period 1991–2016 using the National Sustainable Development Index(NSDI).We find strong support for the inverted U-shaped relationship between expenditure decentralization and sustainable development in both the short and long run.Sustainable development is the coordination of economic,social,and environmental development to balance intergenerational welfare and maximize the total welfare of all generations.Excessive and insufficient expenditure decentralization can potentially negatively affect the efficiency of public goods provision and residents’utility,thereby adversely impacting total welfare and sustainable development.The results are robust to alternative specifications and to IV estimation to correct for potential endogeneity.The expenditure decentralization level most conducive to sustainable development lies between 30.9%and 34.5%.The optimal decentralization range was determined using the Lind–Mehlum method,supporting the main findings of this study.This research thus contributes to the literature by quantifying the complex relationship between fiscal decentralization policies and sustainable development,providing a clear,actionable pathway for policymakers seeking sustainable outcomes.展开更多
Global coffee giant Starbucks has been rooted in the Chinese market for 26 years,committed to bringing high-quality products and excellent experiences to consumers.As an“old friend”of the China International Supply ...Global coffee giant Starbucks has been rooted in the Chinese market for 26 years,committed to bringing high-quality products and excellent experiences to consumers.As an“old friend”of the China International Supply Chain Expo(herei naf ter refer red to as the“CISCE”),Starbucks has participated in this event for two consecutive years and will draw a blueprint for the sustainable development of the coffee industry from the perspective of building a green industrial and supply chain at the 3rd CISCE.展开更多
Against the background of energy conservation and emission reduction,green construction and intelligent buildings have become an inevitable trend in the transformation of the construction industry.They effectively red...Against the background of energy conservation and emission reduction,green construction and intelligent buildings have become an inevitable trend in the transformation of the construction industry.They effectively reduce environmental damage and pollution caused by construction projects during the construction process,improve the comfort and health of buildings,and are conducive to promoting the sustainable development of China’s construction industry.This paper analyzes the relationship between green construction and intelligent buildings,examines the dilemmas faced by the integrated development of green construction and intelligent buildings,and proposes measures such as optimizing architectural design schemes,advancing technological innovation,improving energy utilization efficiency,actively applying BIM technology,and strengthening building lifecycle management,so as to promote the sustainable development of China’s construction industry.展开更多
This article is based on the remarks delivered by Thai Ambassador to China Chatchai Viriyavejakul at the ASEAN-China(Beijing Municipal Administrative Center)Trade and Investment Promotion Conference.Minor edits have b...This article is based on the remarks delivered by Thai Ambassador to China Chatchai Viriyavejakul at the ASEAN-China(Beijing Municipal Administrative Center)Trade and Investment Promotion Conference.Minor edits have been made for clarity and readability.展开更多
As a city-customized supplementary medical insurance bridging basic medical insurance and commercial health insurance,Huimin Insurance has expanded to 30 provinces and served 168 million people within four years,emerg...As a city-customized supplementary medical insurance bridging basic medical insurance and commercial health insurance,Huimin Insurance has expanded to 30 provinces and served 168 million people within four years,emerging as a phenomenal success in China's inclusive insurance landscape.This paper examines its evolution,operational mechanisms,and effectiveness,identifying core challenges including declining participation and renewal rates,adverse selection,uneven benefit compensation,and insufficient information disclosure.It proposes sustainable development pathways across five dimensions:government role,financing and payment,product stratification,service value-added,and technology empowerment.The study demonstrates that the future of Huimin Insurance will likely evolve towards a model characterized by provincial-level co-ordination,stratified benefit design,dynamic pricing,and integrated health management.Its success or failure will ultimately determine the integration depth of China's multi-tiered medical security system and significantly impact the realization of common prosperity goals.展开更多
With the rapid advancement of global socio-economy and mounting environmental and ecological risks,China faces challenges in ensuring its food security and sustainable development,which further affects global food tra...With the rapid advancement of global socio-economy and mounting environmental and ecological risks,China faces challenges in ensuring its food security and sustainable development,which further affects global food trade and security.This study aims to identify the supply-demand match between cropland supply and food consumption and to evaluate sustainable cropland zoning in multiple scenarios and multidimensional assessments.This study uses ecological,environmental and socioeconomic data to quantify diverse food demand patterns into corresponding cropland demands,further mapping the spatio-temporal characteristics of China's cropland supply-demand matches.By utilizing shared socioeconomic pathways(SSPs),this study delineates multiple scenarios to determine the supply-demand of cropland across different Chinese regions from 2030 to 2050.On the basis of ecological,geographical and socioeconomic datasets,this study constructs a multidimensional and multiscenario framework for sustainable agricultural zoning from 2030 to 2050 and proposes a future sustainable agricultural development strategy for each region in different periods.The results indicate that between 2002 and 2022,there was a significant gap between cropland supply and demand.Moreover,an obvious spatial mismatch is observed between cropland supply and demand across various Chinese regions.From 2030 to 2050,there is a noticeable shift in the spatial distribution of cropland supply and demand,with the supply-demand match becoming more strained and varying considerably under different development scenarios.With significant differences between different development scenarios,different regions will have to adopt different development strategies at different periods.This study proposes a multiscenario and multidimensional simulation framework for future agricultural sustainable zoning,which aims to provide scientific insights and policy improvements to promote sustainable agricultural development.展开更多
Ending extreme poverty and achieving sustainable development by 2030 poses a significant challenge for de veloping countries.In the past decade,China has pioneered the Targeted Poverty Alleviation(TPA)strategy and imp...Ending extreme poverty and achieving sustainable development by 2030 poses a significant challenge for de veloping countries.In the past decade,China has pioneered the Targeted Poverty Alleviation(TPA)strategy and implemented a range of anti-poverty programs,aiming to reconcile poverty reduction with environmental restoration.However,the effectiveness of the TPA strategy in facilitating sustainable development in the poor areas of China(PAC)remains unclear.Drawing on a perspective of systems,this study compiles a panel dataset of 832 nationally designated poverty-stricken counties in China from 2013 to 2020 and employ the coupling coordination degree model to examine the coupling and coordination relationships among economic,social,and environmental systems in the PAC.We find that during the TPA period,the socioeconomic level developed rapidly,while the environmental quality was slightly improved in the PAC.The TPA strategy promotes the co ordinated development of social,economic,and ecological systems in the PAC,shifting the relationship between human and environment from imbalance to coordination.Our findings underscore the necessity for the Chinese government to persist in its environmental restoration efforts in the PAC to guarantee a sustained development progress.展开更多
文摘China is carving out a distinctive development path which features urban-rural integration.This approach has not only yielded tangible results domestically but also drawn the attention of other countries.
文摘The rapid urbanization and increasing challenges are faced by cities globally,including climate change,population growth,and resource constraints.Sustainable smart city(also referred to as“smart sustainable city”)can offer innovative solutions by integrating advanced technologies to build smarter,greener,and more livable urban environments with significant benefits.Using the Web of Science(WoS)database,this study examined:(i)the mainstream approaches and current research trends in the literature of sustainable smart city;(ii)the extent to which the research of sustainable smart city aligns with Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs);(iii)the current topics and collaboration patterns in sustainable smart city research;and(iv)the potential opportunities for future research on the sustainable smart city field.The findings indicated that research on sustainable smart city began in 2010 and gained significant momentum in 2013,with China leading,followed by Italy and Spain.Moreover,59.00%of the selected publications on the research of sustainable smart city focus on SDG 11(Sustainable Cities and Communities).Bibliometric analysis outcome revealed that artificial intelligence(AI),big data,machine learning,and deep learning are emerging research fields.The terms smart city,smart cities,and sustainability emerged as the top three co-occurring keywords with the highest link strength,followed by frequently co-occurring keywords such as AI,innovation,big data,urban governance,resilience,machine learning,and Internet of Things(IoT).The clustering results indicated that current studies explored the theoretical foundation,challenges,and future prospects of sustainable smart city,with an emphasis on sustainability.To further support urban sustainability and the attainment of SDGs,the future research of sustainable smart city should explore the application and implications of AI and big data on urban development including cybersecurity and governance challenges.
文摘Within the framework of the 2030 Agenda and to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs),science,technology and innovation play an even more central role.Building on this foundation,the primary objective of this paper is to explore the potential applications of blockchain in supporting the achievement of these sustainability goals.Starting from a review of the relevant literature on this topic,the main fields in which blockchain can contribute to sustainable development will be identified.The main blockchain applications will then be analyzed and categorized according to these SDGs.This research will then critically present the main blockchain-based projects that emerged in the first stage of the study and were implemented by the United Nations.The main objectives and benefits of each project will be analyzed.This is where the originality of this paper lies.To the best of the author’s knowledge,this is one of the first attempts to present a comprehensive overview of the United Nations’projects related to SDGs 1,2,5,7,9,13,and 16.This paper,which bridges the gap between innovation management and the sustainability field,will contribute to the increasingly current debate on sustainability issues and be beneficial to scholars,practitioners,and policymakers alike.
基金grant Fundamental Fund of National Science Research and Innovation Fund(NSRF)via Burapha University of Thailand(Grant number 52/2024).
文摘Background:People working outdoors in the Map Ta Phut pollution control area of Thailand require comprehen-sive health monitoring.In the past,studies have been done on the health effects of pollutants.However,there are few studies on musculoskeletal disorders(MSDs),and Thailand is struggling to meet the Sustainable Development Goals.Methods:This cross-sectional study examines access to health services and factors affecting MSDs among outdoor pollution workers(OPWs).The sample group includes OPWs,including local fisherman,street vendors,public car drivers,and traffic police.We studied 50 people from each of these groups,for a total of 200 people.Data were analyzed with inferential statistics using Chi-square test,McNemar test,and Univariate logistic regression.Results:The OPWs reported experiencing significantly more total MSDs pain than they did in the past(P<0.05).Factors affecting current MSDs pain,including occupation and working days per week,were significant(P<0.05).The street vendor group and public car driver group had(odds ratio[OR]=2.253,95%confidence interval[CI]:1.101 to 5.019)and(OR=2.681,95%CI:1.191 to 6.032)times higher risks of MSDs pain,respectively.OPWs who work>5 days per week had a(OR=1.464,95%CI:1.093 to 2.704)times higher risk of MSDs pain.52.7%of OPWs with MSDs,pain(n=110)had received an annual health check-up.In the past year,50.9%had minor illnesses and 21.8%had severe illnesses.OPWs receiving free treatment and visiting health service stations for no cost comprised 77.3%and 51.8%,respectively.60.9%used their right to receive treatment with universal health insurance cards.Conclusions:The study indicates that occupational groups with MSDs pain problems should exercise this right,according to the worker protection law.Local health agencies should organize activities or create accessible media to promote preventive medicine services,as many OPWs believe that health services can only be accessed when illness occurs.
文摘The ASEAN-China(Beijing Municipal Administrative Centre)Trade and Investment Promotion Conference serves as a new platform for fostering collaboration in trade,investment,and sustainable growth.The event,held in Tongzhou District-the municipal administrative center of Beijing-highlights shared aspirations for building an environmentally friendly and innovation-driven regional economy.
文摘The study offers a conceptual framework illuminating sustainable rural development by a continuous cycling interplay among five interdependent systems,physical,social,economic,knowledge,and creative.The framework is applied to analyze the livelihood transition in the economic system and conversion of traditional knowledge in the creative system for farm households engaged in large cardamom cultivation in Northern mountainous region in Vietnam.This study used a probit model to examine a data set comprising 300 households and confirmed that factors within the social and physical systems(such as labor,access to information,social networks,land use,and transportation infrastructure)determined livelihood transition to tourism employment within the economic system.In addition,the conversion of traditional knowledge in the creative system was found to be contingent upon non-farm employment and credit capital in the economic system,as well as traditional knowledge and knowledge exchange in the knowledge system.This study demonstrates how the sustainable development of rural agriculture can be achieved by converting traditional knowledge and transferring livelihood,contributing to attain Sustainable Development Goals 2(Zero Hunger)and SDG 12(Responsible Consumption and Production).
文摘At the turn of the 21st century,specifically from 10 to 12 October 2000,the first Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation(FOCAC)was held in Beijing,following prior consultations.More than 80 ministers from China and 44 African countries attended.In a joint declaration issued at the end of the conference,both sides expressed strong appreciation for the stable development of Sino-African relations over the past decades,full confidence in future cooperation,and a shared belief that a solid foundation exists for friendly relations and collaboration,rooted in their long-standing traditional friendship.
文摘Gabon,located on the west coast of Central Africa,is one of the most forested countries.This small but richly biodiverse country is covered by rainforests,which make up approximately 85%of its land area.These forests are home to a wide variety of wildlife,including elephants and numerous bird species,making Gabon a crucial area for conservation efforts.
文摘The blue economy encompasses all economic activities related to oceans,seas,and coastal resources,emphasizing sustainable development that balances ecological health with economic growth.It includes sectors such as fisheries,maritime trade,coastal tourism,renewable energy,and marine biotechnology.For China and ASEAN,the blue economy represents not only a source of substantial economic potential but also a crucial domain for addressing shared challenges such as resource sustainability,ecological conservation,and climate resilience.
文摘Blindness affected 45 million people globally in 2021,and moderate to severe vision loss a further 295 million.[1]The most common causes,cataract and uncorrected refractive error,are generally the easiest to treat,and are among the most cost-effective procedures in all of medicine and international development.[1-2]Thus,vision impairment is both extremely common and,in principle,readily manageable.
文摘The water-energy nexus is a key area of focus in efforts to achieve the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.As population growth and climate change continue to strain both water and energy systems,innovative and integrated solutions are required that take into account the inextricable interdependen-cies of these systems.Optimizing resource use,reducing carbon emissions,and increasing system resilience are no longer optional;they are critical imperatives for a sustainable future.This special issue of Engineering presents groundbreaking research exploring the synergies and tradeoffs within the water-energy nexus,offer-ing invaluable insights for policymakers,engineers,and researchers.
文摘At present,the AI field is in a golden window period,which provides a historic opportunity for establishing new AI standards.Over the years,sensing enhanced AI technology has constantly developed,promoting the development and progress of industries.With the development of new technologies,the demand for standards has become more prominent.The Global Center for Sensing Enhanced AI(GCSEA)is expected to integrate domestic and foreign resources and make joint efforts to promote the development of relevant sensing standards.
文摘The World Sustainability Standards Organization(WSSO)was established in October 2023.This organization aims to unify various standards in the fields of sustainable development such as energy,carbon sinks,green finance,ecological environment industries,energy conservation and environmental protection,carbon neutrality-related technologies,and ESG.WSSO supports the implementation of projects stipulated in the Paris Agreement such as the carbon market,and enhance the global coordination efforts in areas such as the digital currency of central banks and the carbon payment settlement system by connecting the digital currencies of various countries.
基金supported by Zhejiang Province Philosophy and Social Science Planning Fund(24NDQN090YB)Hangzhou City Philosophy and Social Science Planning Fund(Z23JC041)the Major program project of the National Social Science Fund of China(No:19ZDA055).
文摘In response to the critical need to balance fiscal expenditure governance with sustainable development,this study identifies the optimal level of fiscal expenditure decentralization that enhances sustainable outcomes.The study aims to determine the optimal expenditure decentralization that maximizes sustainable development outcomes across these dimensions.Theoretically,we analyze the impact mechanism of expenditure decentralization on sustainable development and hypothesize that there is an inverted U-shaped relationship between them,along with the possibility of finding an optimal level of expenditure decentralization.We test this hypothesis by measuring sustainable development in the context of a panel data set for 52 countries covering the period 1991–2016 using the National Sustainable Development Index(NSDI).We find strong support for the inverted U-shaped relationship between expenditure decentralization and sustainable development in both the short and long run.Sustainable development is the coordination of economic,social,and environmental development to balance intergenerational welfare and maximize the total welfare of all generations.Excessive and insufficient expenditure decentralization can potentially negatively affect the efficiency of public goods provision and residents’utility,thereby adversely impacting total welfare and sustainable development.The results are robust to alternative specifications and to IV estimation to correct for potential endogeneity.The expenditure decentralization level most conducive to sustainable development lies between 30.9%and 34.5%.The optimal decentralization range was determined using the Lind–Mehlum method,supporting the main findings of this study.This research thus contributes to the literature by quantifying the complex relationship between fiscal decentralization policies and sustainable development,providing a clear,actionable pathway for policymakers seeking sustainable outcomes.
文摘Global coffee giant Starbucks has been rooted in the Chinese market for 26 years,committed to bringing high-quality products and excellent experiences to consumers.As an“old friend”of the China International Supply Chain Expo(herei naf ter refer red to as the“CISCE”),Starbucks has participated in this event for two consecutive years and will draw a blueprint for the sustainable development of the coffee industry from the perspective of building a green industrial and supply chain at the 3rd CISCE.
文摘Against the background of energy conservation and emission reduction,green construction and intelligent buildings have become an inevitable trend in the transformation of the construction industry.They effectively reduce environmental damage and pollution caused by construction projects during the construction process,improve the comfort and health of buildings,and are conducive to promoting the sustainable development of China’s construction industry.This paper analyzes the relationship between green construction and intelligent buildings,examines the dilemmas faced by the integrated development of green construction and intelligent buildings,and proposes measures such as optimizing architectural design schemes,advancing technological innovation,improving energy utilization efficiency,actively applying BIM technology,and strengthening building lifecycle management,so as to promote the sustainable development of China’s construction industry.
文摘This article is based on the remarks delivered by Thai Ambassador to China Chatchai Viriyavejakul at the ASEAN-China(Beijing Municipal Administrative Center)Trade and Investment Promotion Conference.Minor edits have been made for clarity and readability.
文摘As a city-customized supplementary medical insurance bridging basic medical insurance and commercial health insurance,Huimin Insurance has expanded to 30 provinces and served 168 million people within four years,emerging as a phenomenal success in China's inclusive insurance landscape.This paper examines its evolution,operational mechanisms,and effectiveness,identifying core challenges including declining participation and renewal rates,adverse selection,uneven benefit compensation,and insufficient information disclosure.It proposes sustainable development pathways across five dimensions:government role,financing and payment,product stratification,service value-added,and technology empowerment.The study demonstrates that the future of Huimin Insurance will likely evolve towards a model characterized by provincial-level co-ordination,stratified benefit design,dynamic pricing,and integrated health management.Its success or failure will ultimately determine the integration depth of China's multi-tiered medical security system and significantly impact the realization of common prosperity goals.
基金Zhejiang Provincial Sannong-Jiufang Science and Technology Collaboration Initiative,No.2025SNJF012。
文摘With the rapid advancement of global socio-economy and mounting environmental and ecological risks,China faces challenges in ensuring its food security and sustainable development,which further affects global food trade and security.This study aims to identify the supply-demand match between cropland supply and food consumption and to evaluate sustainable cropland zoning in multiple scenarios and multidimensional assessments.This study uses ecological,environmental and socioeconomic data to quantify diverse food demand patterns into corresponding cropland demands,further mapping the spatio-temporal characteristics of China's cropland supply-demand matches.By utilizing shared socioeconomic pathways(SSPs),this study delineates multiple scenarios to determine the supply-demand of cropland across different Chinese regions from 2030 to 2050.On the basis of ecological,geographical and socioeconomic datasets,this study constructs a multidimensional and multiscenario framework for sustainable agricultural zoning from 2030 to 2050 and proposes a future sustainable agricultural development strategy for each region in different periods.The results indicate that between 2002 and 2022,there was a significant gap between cropland supply and demand.Moreover,an obvious spatial mismatch is observed between cropland supply and demand across various Chinese regions.From 2030 to 2050,there is a noticeable shift in the spatial distribution of cropland supply and demand,with the supply-demand match becoming more strained and varying considerably under different development scenarios.With significant differences between different development scenarios,different regions will have to adopt different development strategies at different periods.This study proposes a multiscenario and multidimensional simulation framework for future agricultural sustainable zoning,which aims to provide scientific insights and policy improvements to promote sustainable agricultural development.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Founda-tion of China(Grants No.72373153 and 41871183).
文摘Ending extreme poverty and achieving sustainable development by 2030 poses a significant challenge for de veloping countries.In the past decade,China has pioneered the Targeted Poverty Alleviation(TPA)strategy and implemented a range of anti-poverty programs,aiming to reconcile poverty reduction with environmental restoration.However,the effectiveness of the TPA strategy in facilitating sustainable development in the poor areas of China(PAC)remains unclear.Drawing on a perspective of systems,this study compiles a panel dataset of 832 nationally designated poverty-stricken counties in China from 2013 to 2020 and employ the coupling coordination degree model to examine the coupling and coordination relationships among economic,social,and environmental systems in the PAC.We find that during the TPA period,the socioeconomic level developed rapidly,while the environmental quality was slightly improved in the PAC.The TPA strategy promotes the co ordinated development of social,economic,and ecological systems in the PAC,shifting the relationship between human and environment from imbalance to coordination.Our findings underscore the necessity for the Chinese government to persist in its environmental restoration efforts in the PAC to guarantee a sustained development progress.
