Determinantes da localização de geradoras de biogás e suas contribuições aos objetivos de desenvolvimento sustentável

The Impact of Income Distribution and Agricultural Credit Facilities on Rural-Urban Migration

Objective: The aim of the research is to propose a Sustainable Management Plan for Vale dos Dinosaurs Park aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Theoretical Framework: The theoretical findings regarding Sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are described by (SILVA; LIMA, 2020), (Costa, 2023), and (CESAR et al., 2018), focusing on the approach to the definition and characterization of SWOT Analysis by Ulrich (2002) and Sapiro (2003), underpinning the investigative phenomenon. Manager (2009) bolstered the theme of sustainable development through SWOT analysis. Method: The adopted methodology included the analysis of previous studies by Costa and Martins (2023) on the SWOT tool and Sustainability Indicators in the Dinosaurs Park in Sousa, Paraiba. Based on these sources, a strategic plan aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focused on environmental conservation, regional socio-economic development, and paleontological preservation of the Dinosaurs Park, was developed. Results and Conclusion: The study emphasizes the relevance of SWOT analysis in sustainable management, identifying key points to boost competitiveness and profitability consciously. It integrates SWOT principles with sustainability indicators, aiming at environmental conservation and socio-economic development. Research Implications: The research identifies opportunities for sustainable management of Vale dos Dinosaurs Park, such as recycling programs, energy conservation, and collaborations with community organizations. It proposes the development of a Sustainable Management Plan aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing effective strategies, adoption of new technologies, and partnerships with other parks to promote sustainability. Originality/Value: The integrated and proactive approach to sustainable management of Vale dos Dinosaurs Park, proposing a Sustainable Management Plan aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), demonstrates a holistic and updated vision regarding the environmental and sustainability challenges faced by park management.

The prolonged armed conflict in Colombia, spanning over the last five decades, has significantly impacted its agricultural areas and led to the widespread displacement and disruption of farming activities. The agricultural sector is crucial for Colombia as it contributes to food security, the economy, and the Nation’s employment rate. However, the agricultural sector is challenged by the environment and its natural resources, especially water in water abstraction and soil in terms of degradation and land cover change. Additionally, climate change exacerbates these challenges by altering precipitation patterns, increasing the frequency of extreme weather events, and further stressing water and soil resources, making sustainable management even more critical. The Resource Nexus approach comes into play to cope with and mitigate such challenges. Combined with social equity to advance the sustainability of agriculture, the Nexus approach demonstrates pathways towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 (Zero Hunger)in synergies with other SDGs, like SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequality), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 15 (Life on Land). This paper addresses the dual challenge of improving natural resources management and population vulnerability reduction in the frame of environmental conflicts and population inequalities that severely affect the resilience of food systems. In line with principles of inclusion and gender equity, the methodology developed here aims to identify Colombia's productive regions that would benefit from enhanced management at the landscape level, the Resource Nexus approach. With the use of geographic information systems (GIS), this research spatially evaluates the (i) impact of land-use changes and the land-use fragmentation due to resource overuse, (ii) the provision of ecosystem services under different uses of natural resources and suggests ecosystem services planning as a methodology for municipal ecosystem-based management, (iii) climate change and the anthropogenic impacts on agricultural productivity in Colombia at the municipality scale. The results indicate significant environmental changes over the past few decades, including reduced natural forests and increased agricultural land. This shift has coincided with a decrease in freshwater availability. Additionally, there is a concerning trend of agricultural expansion into protected areas, highlighting the ongoing pressures on natural resources and the need for sustainable management practices. This study underscores the value of the science-policy interface to ensure increased social equity, economic growth, and resource conservation.

Effective global collaboration is crucial to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It requires an understanding of the needs of individual countries and their expectations related to bioeconomy. With the aim to explore the prospective developments in the global bioeconomy over the next 20 years, the German Bioeconomy Council, an independent advisory body to the German Federal Government, commissioned BIOCOM-AG to invite experts from around the globe to share their insights in a global expert survey. The survey was conducted online in autumn 2017. 345 experts from 46 countries completed the questionnaire about future developments and strategies in the global bioeconomy. As claimed by the experts, the upcoming bioeconomy must primarily meet humanity’s needs in the energy, agriculture, and food sectors. Moreover, innovative products based on renewable resources are anticipated to be of great importance. Even though all UN SDGs will be affected by future bioeconomy success stories, five SDGs stood out within the sample: SDG 12: ‘responsible consumption and production’; SDG 9: ‘industry, innovation and infrastructure’; SDG 13: ‘climate action’; SDG 7: ‘affordable and clean energy’; and SDG 11: ‘sustainable cities and communities’. About three quarters of the experts emphasized the need to specifically address three conflicting goals in any future bioeconomy strategy: non-food uses of arable land, use of crop land to produce feedstock for meat, milk and egg production and, finally, the conversion of virgin forests into agricultural land. Most experts stated that reducing food loss and waste is crucial to eradicating the world hunger problem. The proposed solutions relied greatly on innovation and technological development. Bioeconomy expertise and know-how should be shared in close cooperation between developed and developing economies to reach UN SDGs. A supportive political framework would be the ultimate goal towards furthering the progress of a future bioeconomy all over the world.

Economic Vulnerabilities and Livelihoods: Impact of <scp>COVID</scp>‐19 in Fiji and Vanuatu

Co-development of East African regional water scenarios for 2050

Construction and evolutionary pattern of the coupling relationship network of regional sustainable development in China

Almost all of the 17 quantifiable Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that the UN General Assembly adopted in 2015 to address contemporary global issues by 2030 have some connection to agriculture, giving it a multifaceted significance. Agriculture should be considered an essential component of the SDGs since it serves as a vital link between humans and the environment. This research work undertaken to study the present obstacles faced by agriculture and allied sectors in attaining the SDGs in India, to study the potential of agricultural transformations in India to contribute to the global SDG targets focusing on food security, environmental sustainability, and poverty alleviation, to discover the linkages between agriculture and SDG’s, and assess the role of Indian agricultural strategies in addressing these interconnections and to identify vital schemes for renovating Indian agriculture into a globally competitive sector while aligning with the SDGs. This study is based on secondary data, utilizing a variety of credible sources such as government reports, research articles and policy documents to investigate the connection between agriculture and the SDGs in India. Quantitative and qualitative analysis was applied to interpret the data, highlighting key obstacles. This study paper is unusual in that it explains how the agriculture sector and sustainable development goals are related, how the agriculture sector may help achieve the SDG goals, and what policies the policy makers should implement to make this happen. The main obstacles to achieving sustainable productivity include climate change and ecological degradation, overuse of natural resources, inadequate application of sustainable farming practices, chemical fertilizer and pesticide dependency, low efficiency, and price-led growth. Prioritizing the adoption of measures such as increasing productivity, utilizing climate-resilient agricultural practices, consolidating land, integrating technology, and improving market access and infrastructure are necessary to improve sustainable productivity. To guarantee that agriculture advances to the next level of growth alongside other sectors, a well-coordinated plan of action and strategy between the federal government and the states is required. This research offers important insights into improving the efficacy of agricultural policies and practices in India and the achievement of sustainable agriculture and SDGs by highlighting crucial areas for reform and strategic alignment.

The demand for renewable sources-based micro-grid systems is increasing all over the world to address the United Nation’s (UN) sustainable development goal 7 (SDG7) “affordable and clean energy”. However, without proper viability analysis, these micro-grid systems might lead to economic losses to both customers and investors. Therefore, this paper aims to explore the feasibility and sustainability of a hybrid micro-grid system based on available renewable resources in remote hill tracts region of Bangladesh. Nine different scenarios are analyzed here, and a combination of solar, hydro, biogas, and diesel generator systems are found to be the best feasible solution in regard to the least cost of electricity and emission. The optimized result shows that with a renewable fraction of 0.995, the unit levelized cost of energy of the micro-grid system is $0.182 and it emits 54 and 117 times less CO&lt;sub&gt;2 &lt;/sub&gt;compared to grid-based and diesel-based systems. Further, the fuel share of the system being 0.5% and greenhouse gas per energy being 0.06425 kg/KWh, validate the system as highly sustainable and eco-friendly. With the ability to fulfill load demands without interrupting supply, and reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases, the designed microgrid can provide sustainable energy solutions to any hill-tracts of Bangladesh.

The agricultural sector is essential for national development, especially in managing and using key resources, emphasizing food commodities. This sector is essential for economic growth, as a significant portion of the Indonesian population depends on agriculture for sustenance. This study analyzes data from three primary sectors: agriculture, forestry, and plantations, explicitly concentrating on OKU Regency in South Sumatra Province. The assessment utilizes Location Quotient (LQ), Dynamic Location Quotient (DLQ), and Klassen Typology methodologies to analyze the viability and sustainability of specific sectors.The findings indicate that the agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sectors are fundamental and prospective contributors to the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) in OKU Regency, with a Location Quotient (LQ) value of 2.41, signifying these industries sufficiently satisfy local demand from 2014 to 2023. A comparison of LQ (2.41) and DLQ (2.81) further substantiates that these sectors are predominant and will persist as fundamental sectors in the future, indicating their sustainability. Furthermore, the Klassen Typology analysis reveals that OKU Regency exhibits a growth pattern in which the regional growth rate (r_ik) surpasses the overall sector growth rate (r_i). However, the contribution to GRDP (Y_ik) remains below the average (Y_i). This study emphasizes the agriculture, forestry, and fisheries sectors as pivotal catalysts for regional development and significant contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in promoting sustainable economic growth, environmental conservation, and food security. Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):SDG 1: No PovertySDG 2: Zero HungerSDG 6: Clean Water and SanitationSDG 11: Sustainable Cities and CommunitiesSDG 13: Climate ActionSDG 15: Life on Land

Sustainability has become an indispensable core consideration when nations formulate their development policies. This study delves into the dynamic correlations between ecosystem services (ESs) and localized Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a typical hilly region in southern China. Various ESs were computed using the InVEST model, while spatial econometric models were employed to assess ES responses to SDG targets at the county, sectoral, and overall spatial levels. The findings revealed the following. (1) From 2005 to 2020, there were differences in the development rates of various SDG targets in Ganzhou. Except for SDG 15, which declined, the development of the other targets showed an overall increasing trend. The development of the various SDG targets was relatively balanced, but SDG 9 and SDG 7 had the highest growth rates, ranging from 9.4% to 10.7% and 9.4% to 10.3%, respectively. The comprehensive SDG assessment index exhibited significant spatiotemporal variation, with a general trend of higher values in the north and lower values in the south. (2) The local ES showed a delayed response to SDG 1 and SDG 2, but there was a significant positive response to SDG 3, SDG 4, SDG 6, SDG 8, and SDG 9. However, responses to SDG 7, SDG 11, SDG 13, and SDG 15 showed regional differences. This study not only provides valuable insights for sustainable development in Ganzhou and other regions of China but also offers Chinese perspectives and experiences that may inform global efforts towards SDG implementation. This study fills the gap in existing research by constructing a localized SDG indicator system and quantifying each SDG indicator, further exploring the response of the ES to each SDG in the region. Looking ahead, we anticipate further research to deepen the understanding of the relationship between ESs and SDG targets on a broader geographical scale and over longer timeframes, aiming to provide a more robust scientific foundation for building a harmonious coexistence between humans and nature in the future.

Introduction The scope of implementing innovative research findings aimed at sustainable development goals seems to be inherently limited by economic and social acceptance, despite their technical efficacy. There exists a huge demand for coordinated efforts to mitigate the negative impacts of the so-called ‘development’ activities that are tampering with the very existence of humanity, natural resources, and the environment. Agriculture, though historically the first and foremost occupation of humans, has always been intrigued by nature at the cost of natural calamities and uncertainties in ensuring the availability and timely distribution of essential resources. In the modern context of water-energy-food paradigms, the agriculture sector can play a pivotal role in bolstering the state economy in multifaceted ways by assuming the adaptability of recent scientific advancements to the core functional attributes of sustainability. In this scenario, the concept of regenerative agriculture can be better understood as a holistic, self-adaptive, and integrated approach towards not only bringing about a revolutionary breakthrough in agricultural productivity but also providing a retroactive and reconstructive strategy for minimizing the inevitable consequences of destructive developments. An organized, synthesized approach in this direction would certainly culminate in fabricating close-connected, supportive interlinking pathways for related fields of science and technology to make them more beneficial towards the responsible productivity expected from the agriculture sector [1].The prospects of environmental research have established a close interlink with the agriculture sector, mainly through the attributes of material, energy, and living species. It is envisaged that the environment is a bigger space with multiple spheres of activity, while agriculture comprises a smaller sect with limited but well-defined interactions with the environment [2]. Even though it is generally accepted that most of these interactions (such as soil quality and crop growth, water requirement and crop selection, raining pattern and cropping seasons, etc.) are mutually directed, one could perceive them as if initially driven by agricultural activities. However, there are some other interactions where environmental attributes are driving agricultural activities and outputs [3-5]. Most of these interactions are, nonetheless, subtle and complex, and little is known about their individual lead roles. Hence, it is important to identify the specific attributes of some of the well-known interactions and look for the key drivers towards addressing the original problem of agriculture and sustainability.A dynamic interaction between agriculture and environment is observed to be well-reinstated through the simultaneous existence and exchanges of the energy, materials and activities (Figure 1). It is, however, expected that a compensating step is essential to redirect (or push forward) such exchanges without creating adverse environmental impacts as well as agricultural losses.List of About the Conference, Conference Model, Publication of the Proceedings, Proceedings Editors, Technical Advisory Committee are available in this Pdf.

Sustainable development has become the main focus of the global development agenda as presented in the 2015 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, for countries to assess progress, they need to have reliable baseline indicators. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to develop a composite baseline index of the agriculture-related SDGs in Southern Africa to guide progress reporting. The paper identified eight of the SDG indicators related to the agriculture sector. The paper relies on data for indicators from five SDGs (SDGs 1, 2, 6, 7 and 15). Applying the arithmetic mean method of aggregation, an agriculture-related SDG composite index for Southern Africa between zero (0 = poor performance) and 100 (best possible performance) was computed for thirteen countries that had data on all identified indicators. The results show that the best performing countries (Botswana, Angola, Namibia, Zambia and South Africa) in the assessment recorded high scores in SDGs 1, 2 and 7. The three countries (Democratic Republic of Congo, Zimbabwe and Madagascar) that performed poorly on both SDG 1 and 2 also had the least scores on the overall agriculture-related SDG composite index. The water stress indicator for SDG 6 recorded the worst performance among most countries in the region. Possible approaches to improve the contribution of agriculture to SDGs may include investing more resources in priority areas for each agriculture-related SDG depending on baseline country conditions. The implementation, monitoring and evaluation of regional and continental commitments in the agriculture sector and the SDGs are critical for achievement of the targets at the national and local levels. While the methods employed are well-grounded in literature, data unavailability for some of the SDGs in some countries presented a limitation to the study, and future efforts should focus on collecting data for the other SDGs in order to permit a wider application.

To carry out various infrastructural and developmental projects displacement of local peoples from their original land becomes increases. This imposes cost for the poor and marginalized peoples due to the failure to restore their livelihood. Industrial parks are one of the state vital infrastructures to promote industrialization and economy reformation in Ethiopia. At this time government is highly committed in attracting investors to increase FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) of the country. FDI driven by investor’s interest in new industrial park development. The availability of large plot of land including low cost of production, and the increasing demand of FDI triggered IPD (Industrial Park Development) in the study area.The only option for government might be expropriating agricultural land and make available for investment activities. However, the establishment of IP (Industrial parks) fails to exemplify the community context.As a result, this study aimed at explaining effects of Industrial Park Induced Displacement (IPID) on natural, economic and social asset of small scale farm holders in peri urban area of kombolcha city, Amhara, Ethiopia. Furthermore, the study explained about the property rights held by small scale farm holders whose land were expropriated, and how were the small scale farm holders affected by expropriation compensated, the changes in livelihood (natural, economic and social asset) of the displaced farm holders,what areadaptation strategies adapted by households to deal with the new changing conditions. In order to carry out this study, primary and secondary data collection sources such as semi structured interview, observation, desk review, and content analysis of relevant secondary sources have been used. Accordingly, qualitative analysis employed for analyzing the findings of the study.Expropriation of land for IPD implemented with no consultative, consent, and honest involvement of the displaced farm holders. This showed that IPD deprived property rights of displaced farm holders by changing land use from agricultural land towards non farming activity. Furthermore, delay in compensation provision, corruption, and improper calculation generated insignificant amount of compensation. The result of this study indicated that IPD affected displaced farm holders’ access to farm land, grazing land and natural resources, this generated landlessness, joblessness and triggered economic marginalization.of the displaced. Additionally, their relationship with neighbours, their engagenement in labor association and their mutual supporting mechanisms also affected. Moreover, the study depicted out that displaced farm holder’s livelihood adaptation strategies rely on off-farm employment (as permanent and temporary worker), and most of the displaced are fails to adapt. Keywords: IPID, Expropriation, Property rights, Compensation, Natural asset, Economic asset, Social asset, Livelihood adaptation strategies, Small-scale farm holders DOI: 10.7176/RHSS/11-15-02 Publication date: October 31 st 2021

The article with the use of a memoir-analytical review of scientific and public activities of Doctor of Economics, Professor Vasyl Ivanovych Pyla reveals the formation of a system of strategic planning of socio-economic development of Khmelnytskyi region. The methodological provisions of the Concept of Human Development present the global Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) for the period up to 2015 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the period up to 2030, localized at the level of Khmelnytskyi region. The information and methodological aspects of economic and statistical assessment of the MDGs and the SDGs with the help of indicators of national methods (2001 and 2012) of the Regional Human Development Index (RHDI) are considered. The organizational and economic essence of strategic planning of socio-economic development of the region is defined as the planned activities of regional authorities to change the negative trends of indicators of RHDI indicators to positive ones by implementing appropriate measures. Particular attention is paid to preventing the goals of socio-economic development of regions from the strategies and policies of socio-economic development of the state as a whole. Based on the forecast calculations of 33 indicators of RHDR of Khmelnytskyi region for 2016–2020. identified strategic priorities for socio-economic development, formulated 2 new strategic goals and clarified 4 existing ones, which were provided by the Regional Development Strategy, developed in 2010–2011. Structures of the first in Ukraine Regional program of human development of Khmelnytskyi region and 6 programs of social and economic development of the region for 2016–2020 are revealed. The conceptual provisions of the experiment «State regulation of regional human development in the administrative region» with the definition of the powers of the regional state administration and the regional council in the context of decentralization. The introduction of the Forecasting-Programming-Budgeting (FPB) system in the activities of regional authorities is focused on the use of the provisions of budgetary federalism of the unitary state (in the order of setting). The use of the components of the organizational and methodological mechanism of strategic planning is focused on achieving coherence between the Center and the Regions as a single socio-economic system. Keywords human development, human-centered approach, socio-economic development, regional development strategy, regional program, indicators, Millennium Development Goals, Sustainable Development Goals, budgetary federalism of the unitary state.