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 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
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
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
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
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
The evolution of human societal systems rarely manifests qualitative leaps or revolutionary transformations.More commonly observed are subtle,cumulative evolutionary processes characterized by smooth transitions of in...The evolution of human societal systems rarely manifests qualitative leaps or revolutionary transformations.More commonly observed are subtle,cumulative evolutionary processes characterized by smooth transitions of incremental developments.Such evolutionary trajectories can generally be described through quantitative change patterns within societal systems.Yet,what constitutes sustainable development in human society?How might sustainable development be articulated or operationalized?The Three Chains Theory under the framework of System Exchange Theory provides a preliminary exploration and analysis of these questions,offering tentative interpretations.展开更多
China actively fosters practical green cooperation to advance global sustainable development,and strengthens global environmental governance initiatives,including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goal...China actively fosters practical green cooperation to advance global sustainable development,and strengthens global environmental governance initiatives,including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs).However,this approach has often positioned China as more of a doer than a talker,leading to insufficient recognition in the international community.Domestic Chinese research has frequently highlighted these issues within the ecological civilization,especially in its global dimension.Building on existing research,this study contends that the disparity in recognition stems from three crucial gaps:a conceptual gap between ecological civilization as a new narrative and established international governance frameworks;a practical gap between how China’s ecological civilization advances sustainable development governance versus international understanding;and a communication gap between its substantial achievements and inadequate communication of these experiences.To address these gaps,this paper recommends that China strengthen its efforts in three key areas:First,maintain strategic resolve by deepening green practices and strengthening corporate environmental standards to advance green norms.Second,promote the global co-construction of ecological civilization and strengthen global governance featuring extensive consultation and joint contributions for shared benefits.Third,enhance fairness,representativeness,and inclusiveness in international sustainable de‐velopment negotiations.Finally,China,along with Global South countries,should continue advancing global ecological civilization.This serves as both a response to current environmental governance challenges and a long-term pathway toward a global community of shared future.展开更多
The Tourism Industry plays a critical role in economic growth on the international scene but is equally responsible for contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and energy demand.The research analyzed the global trend...The Tourism Industry plays a critical role in economic growth on the international scene but is equally responsible for contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and energy demand.The research analyzed the global trends of energy consumption(EC)within this industry concerning environmental performance,limits,and prospects of sustained expan-sion.It includes 300 tourism-related businesses across different global economic regions.Key tourism factors include EC,greenhouse gas emissions,renewable energy(RE)use,tourism’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP)contribution,and energy efficiency.Statistical methods such as regression and panel data analysis assess the impact of tourism GDP,carbon emissions and RE.The regression analysis,including linear regression and panel data regression,to assess the influence of factors such as tourism GDP,carbon emissions,RE share,and energy efficiency improvements,providing a data-driven approach to understanding EC in tourism.The findings reveal regional differences,with developed regions consuming more energy per capita,while developing markets show progress in energy-efficient practices.The findings of the linear regression analysis show tourism GDP contribution(β=4,200).The outcomes of the panel data regression analysis show the t-statistic values of carbon emissions(t=5.64).The Difference-in-Differences analysis indicates that tourist GDP is greater in developed regions(β=4,100)compared to developing regions(β=3,500).Carbon emissions(β=4,800)are greater,although RE(β=4,200)and energy efficiency(β=2,500)increase more in developing nations.The research emphasizes expanding use of RE in tourism infrastructure,especially in ecotourism and green hotels.展开更多
As a renowned historical and cultural city,Luoyang boasts a wealth of tourism resources,including sports venues,natural landscapes,and cultural heritage sites,laying a solid foundation for the integrated development o...As a renowned historical and cultural city,Luoyang boasts a wealth of tourism resources,including sports venues,natural landscapes,and cultural heritage sites,laying a solid foundation for the integrated development of the tourism industry and sports events in recent years,with remarkable achievements in practice.However,from the perspective of sports-tourism integration,Luoyang’s event tourism still faces a prominent issue of uneven development:a surge in tourists during peak seasons,leading to overcrowded attractions,and a scarcity of visitors during off-peak seasons,resulting in idle resources.This not only leads to inefficient resource utilization but also restricts the enhancement of economic benefits and hinders sustainable development.In light of this,this paper comprehensively employs literature research,case analysis,and fieldwork methods to systematically analyze the current development status of event tourism in Luoyang within the context of sports-tourism integration.The aim is to provide theoretical and practical support for achieving high-quality and balanced development of local event tourism,offering valuable references for addressing the issue of uneven development and moving towards a sustainable future.展开更多
Ecosystem services in urban agglomerations are the environmental conditions under which human survival and development are sustained.Quantitative assessment of ecosystem services and complex interactions can contribut...Ecosystem services in urban agglomerations are the environmental conditions under which human survival and development are sustained.Quantitative assessment of ecosystem services and complex interactions can contribute positively to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)for urban agglomerations.However,studies on the future contribution of multi-scenario ecosystem services to the SDGS are lacking.We pronovel integrated modeling framework that integrates the CLUES,InVEST,SOM,and GWR approaches to address the complex relationship between ecosystem services over a long“past-present-future”time series.We construct a novel ecosystem service bundle-based approach for measuring urban agglomerations progress towards achieving ecologically relevant sustainable development goals at multiple scales.In the future scenario,the water yield(WY),habitat quality(HQ),and soil conservation(SC)show similar spatial patterns,with comparable spatial grids,while carbon stock(CS)remains predominantly unchanged and the ecological protection scenario(EPS)improves more significantly.The high-synergy regions are mainly distributed in bundle 4,and most of the trade-off regions appear in bundles 1 and 2.Over the last 30 years,all but the water-related SDGs are declining in bundle 1 of the two urban agglomerations,which are 15%higher in the Guangxi Beibu Gulf(GBG)than in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area(GBA).From 2020 to 2035,the three scenarios demonstrate that the optimization of the SDGs progresses most effectively under the future ecological protection scenario(EPS).In particular,bundles 3 and 4 are significantly improved.This critical new knowledge can be used in sustainable ecosystem management and decision-making in urban agglomerations.展开更多
Urban areas’performance in water,energy,infrastructure,and socio-economic sectors is intertwined and measurable through Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)6–13.Effective synergy among these is critical for sustainab...Urban areas’performance in water,energy,infrastructure,and socio-economic sectors is intertwined and measurable through Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)6–13.Effective synergy among these is critical for sustainability.This study constructs an indicator framework that reflects progress towards these urban SDGs in China.Findings indicate underperformance in SDGs 8–11,suggesting the need for transformative actions.Through network analysis,the research reveals complementarities among these SDGs.Notably,the SDG space divides into socio-economic and ecological clusters,with SDG 6(Clean Water and Sanitation)central to both.Additionally,SDG 8(Decent Work and Economic Growth)and SDG 9(Industry,Innovation,and Infrastructure)act as bridges,while greater synergies exist between SDG 12(Responsible Consumption and Production)and SDG 13(Climate Action).An in-depth view at the indicator-level shows a core-periphery structure,emphasizing indicators like SDG 6.2(Wastewater Treatment Rate)and SDG 6.6(Recycled Water Production Capacity per capita)as pivotal.This study confirms the urban SDG space’s stability and predictiveness,underscoring its value in steering well-aligned policy decisions for sustainable growth.展开更多
Geography is a discipline that touches multiple sciences and has been key to bridging numerous fields of knowl edge.This gives geography the advantage of connecting natural(e.g.,biology,ecology,climatology,geomorphol ...Geography is a discipline that touches multiple sciences and has been key to bridging numerous fields of knowl edge.This gives geography the advantage of connecting natural(e.g.,biology,ecology,climatology,geomorphol ogy)with social and human(e.g.,education,demography,sociology)sciences.The spatialisation of information from different sciences allows us to understand distribution patterns and connections between different realities.Thus,geographical knowledge is essential for an integrated and consistent understanding of our world.The Sus tainable Development Goals(SDGs)established by the United Nations(UN)in 2015 were essential to unifying the world towards a common goal.To achieve these,17 goals and 169 targets were created,and knowledge from multiple sciences is needed to support them.It is a huge challenge,and different knowledge branches are needed to connect.Geography and geographical knowledge have this capacity and support all 17 goals and 169 targets.Although this is a reality,as it will be explained in this editorial,SDG’s achievement for some is becoming utopic and unrealistic due to our world’s differences.It is time to think about the post-2030 SDGs,in which geography and geographic knowledge will be essential unequivocally.展开更多
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 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.
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.
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.
文摘The evolution of human societal systems rarely manifests qualitative leaps or revolutionary transformations.More commonly observed are subtle,cumulative evolutionary processes characterized by smooth transitions of incremental developments.Such evolutionary trajectories can generally be described through quantitative change patterns within societal systems.Yet,what constitutes sustainable development in human society?How might sustainable development be articulated or operationalized?The Three Chains Theory under the framework of System Exchange Theory provides a preliminary exploration and analysis of these questions,offering tentative interpretations.
基金funded by the Key Project of Philosophy and Social Sciences Research of the China Ministry of Education[Grant No.2022JZDZ011]the University Project of China Foreign Af‐fairs University[Grant No.JY2023027].
文摘China actively fosters practical green cooperation to advance global sustainable development,and strengthens global environmental governance initiatives,including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs).However,this approach has often positioned China as more of a doer than a talker,leading to insufficient recognition in the international community.Domestic Chinese research has frequently highlighted these issues within the ecological civilization,especially in its global dimension.Building on existing research,this study contends that the disparity in recognition stems from three crucial gaps:a conceptual gap between ecological civilization as a new narrative and established international governance frameworks;a practical gap between how China’s ecological civilization advances sustainable development governance versus international understanding;and a communication gap between its substantial achievements and inadequate communication of these experiences.To address these gaps,this paper recommends that China strengthen its efforts in three key areas:First,maintain strategic resolve by deepening green practices and strengthening corporate environmental standards to advance green norms.Second,promote the global co-construction of ecological civilization and strengthen global governance featuring extensive consultation and joint contributions for shared benefits.Third,enhance fairness,representativeness,and inclusiveness in international sustainable de‐velopment negotiations.Finally,China,along with Global South countries,should continue advancing global ecological civilization.This serves as both a response to current environmental governance challenges and a long-term pathway toward a global community of shared future.
文摘The Tourism Industry plays a critical role in economic growth on the international scene but is equally responsible for contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and energy demand.The research analyzed the global trends of energy consumption(EC)within this industry concerning environmental performance,limits,and prospects of sustained expan-sion.It includes 300 tourism-related businesses across different global economic regions.Key tourism factors include EC,greenhouse gas emissions,renewable energy(RE)use,tourism’s Gross Domestic Product(GDP)contribution,and energy efficiency.Statistical methods such as regression and panel data analysis assess the impact of tourism GDP,carbon emissions and RE.The regression analysis,including linear regression and panel data regression,to assess the influence of factors such as tourism GDP,carbon emissions,RE share,and energy efficiency improvements,providing a data-driven approach to understanding EC in tourism.The findings reveal regional differences,with developed regions consuming more energy per capita,while developing markets show progress in energy-efficient practices.The findings of the linear regression analysis show tourism GDP contribution(β=4,200).The outcomes of the panel data regression analysis show the t-statistic values of carbon emissions(t=5.64).The Difference-in-Differences analysis indicates that tourist GDP is greater in developed regions(β=4,100)compared to developing regions(β=3,500).Carbon emissions(β=4,800)are greater,although RE(β=4,200)and energy efficiency(β=2,500)increase more in developing nations.The research emphasizes expanding use of RE in tourism infrastructure,especially in ecotourism and green hotels.
文摘As a renowned historical and cultural city,Luoyang boasts a wealth of tourism resources,including sports venues,natural landscapes,and cultural heritage sites,laying a solid foundation for the integrated development of the tourism industry and sports events in recent years,with remarkable achievements in practice.However,from the perspective of sports-tourism integration,Luoyang’s event tourism still faces a prominent issue of uneven development:a surge in tourists during peak seasons,leading to overcrowded attractions,and a scarcity of visitors during off-peak seasons,resulting in idle resources.This not only leads to inefficient resource utilization but also restricts the enhancement of economic benefits and hinders sustainable development.In light of this,this paper comprehensively employs literature research,case analysis,and fieldwork methods to systematically analyze the current development status of event tourism in Luoyang within the context of sports-tourism integration.The aim is to provide theoretical and practical support for achieving high-quality and balanced development of local event tourism,offering valuable references for addressing the issue of uneven development and moving towards a sustainable future.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.U21A2022,No.U1901219,No.42071393,No.42101369。
文摘Ecosystem services in urban agglomerations are the environmental conditions under which human survival and development are sustained.Quantitative assessment of ecosystem services and complex interactions can contribute positively to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)for urban agglomerations.However,studies on the future contribution of multi-scenario ecosystem services to the SDGS are lacking.We pronovel integrated modeling framework that integrates the CLUES,InVEST,SOM,and GWR approaches to address the complex relationship between ecosystem services over a long“past-present-future”time series.We construct a novel ecosystem service bundle-based approach for measuring urban agglomerations progress towards achieving ecologically relevant sustainable development goals at multiple scales.In the future scenario,the water yield(WY),habitat quality(HQ),and soil conservation(SC)show similar spatial patterns,with comparable spatial grids,while carbon stock(CS)remains predominantly unchanged and the ecological protection scenario(EPS)improves more significantly.The high-synergy regions are mainly distributed in bundle 4,and most of the trade-off regions appear in bundles 1 and 2.Over the last 30 years,all but the water-related SDGs are declining in bundle 1 of the two urban agglomerations,which are 15%higher in the Guangxi Beibu Gulf(GBG)than in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area(GBA).From 2020 to 2035,the three scenarios demonstrate that the optimization of the SDGs progresses most effectively under the future ecological protection scenario(EPS).In particular,bundles 3 and 4 are significantly improved.This critical new knowledge can be used in sustainable ecosystem management and decision-making in urban agglomerations.
基金supported by the Excellent Young Scientists Fund from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.72022004)the National Key Scientific Research Project(No.2021YFC3200200).
文摘Urban areas’performance in water,energy,infrastructure,and socio-economic sectors is intertwined and measurable through Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs)6–13.Effective synergy among these is critical for sustainability.This study constructs an indicator framework that reflects progress towards these urban SDGs in China.Findings indicate underperformance in SDGs 8–11,suggesting the need for transformative actions.Through network analysis,the research reveals complementarities among these SDGs.Notably,the SDG space divides into socio-economic and ecological clusters,with SDG 6(Clean Water and Sanitation)central to both.Additionally,SDG 8(Decent Work and Economic Growth)and SDG 9(Industry,Innovation,and Infrastructure)act as bridges,while greater synergies exist between SDG 12(Responsible Consumption and Production)and SDG 13(Climate Action).An in-depth view at the indicator-level shows a core-periphery structure,emphasizing indicators like SDG 6.2(Wastewater Treatment Rate)and SDG 6.6(Recycled Water Production Capacity per capita)as pivotal.This study confirms the urban SDG space’s stability and predictiveness,underscoring its value in steering well-aligned policy decisions for sustainable growth.
文摘Geography is a discipline that touches multiple sciences and has been key to bridging numerous fields of knowl edge.This gives geography the advantage of connecting natural(e.g.,biology,ecology,climatology,geomorphol ogy)with social and human(e.g.,education,demography,sociology)sciences.The spatialisation of information from different sciences allows us to understand distribution patterns and connections between different realities.Thus,geographical knowledge is essential for an integrated and consistent understanding of our world.The Sus tainable Development Goals(SDGs)established by the United Nations(UN)in 2015 were essential to unifying the world towards a common goal.To achieve these,17 goals and 169 targets were created,and knowledge from multiple sciences is needed to support them.It is a huge challenge,and different knowledge branches are needed to connect.Geography and geographical knowledge have this capacity and support all 17 goals and 169 targets.Although this is a reality,as it will be explained in this editorial,SDG’s achievement for some is becoming utopic and unrealistic due to our world’s differences.It is time to think about the post-2030 SDGs,in which geography and geographic knowledge will be essential unequivocally.
