Geodiversity in Khorat Geopark, Thailand: Approaches to geoconservation and sustainable development

SERIES EDITOR'S PREFACE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS GENERAL INTRODUCTION Part 1 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN INTERNATIONAL LAW Introduction 1. Origins and Development of the Concept of Sustainable Development in International Law 2. Integration as a Central Aspect of Sustainable Development 3. The International Climate Regime 4. Sustainable Development in the Context of International Climate Change Law 5. Sustainable Development in WTO Context 6. Sustainable Development as a General Principle of Law Part 2 CONFLICTS BETWEEN CLIMATE MEASURES AND WTO LAW Introduction 7. Fragmentation of International Law: the Origin of Normative Conflicts 8. Climate Measures and WTO Law: General Comments 9. International Emissions Trading and WTO Rules 10. The Clean Development Mechanism and WTO Rules 11. Concluding Remarks on Part II Part 3 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AS A PRINCIPLE OF INTEGRATION OF CLIMATE AND TRADE LAW Introduction 12. Is there a Need for the Principle of Sustainable Development in WTO Dispute Settlement? 13. Principles of Conflict Resolution 14. Applicability of Non-WTO Law in WTO Dispute Settlement 15. Applicability of the Principle of Sustainable Development in WTO Dispute Settlement 16. Application of the Principle of Sustainable Development: Practical Consequences 17. 'Case' Studies: CDM and Emissions Trading 18. Final Conclusions. TABLE OF CASES BIBLIOGRAPHY INDEX.

Sustainable development is becoming a central element of the international agenda in the face of global challenges such as climate change, natural resource depletion and rising social inequality. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization, which unites eight Eurasian states, has unique potential to address these issues by ensuring security, economic cooperation and environmental sustainability, which makes this study relevant. The study's objective is to identify prospects and opportunities for implementing the principles of sustainable development within the framework of SCO, with an emphasis on assessing the organisation's strategic priorities, mechanisms and initiatives.The main areas of work include analysis of the role of the SCO Charter, the Strategy to 2025 and the Youth Innovation Campaign in achieving sustainable economic, environmental and social development in Eurasia. The study contributes to a theoretical understanding of international cooperation mechanisms for sustainable development. It provides empirical material for analysing the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals at the regional level. The practical importancelies in identifying opportunities for integrating innovative and institutional approaches to address the region’s current challenges -thestudy methods toexamine sustainable development within the SCO framework. The content analysis focused on three key SCO documents: the SCO Charter, the Development Strategy Until 2025, and the 2024 Youth Innovation Campaign. Data systematisation and analysis were conducted across four categories: economic development, environmental protection, social development, and institutional effectiveness. Text analysis utilised Python tools, including Pandas libraries, for coding and interpreting results. The research resultshowed that the SCO Charter provides a basis for cooperation, the Strategy until 2025 specifies sustainable development directions, and the CIPP focuses on youth innovation and environmental initiatives. Including an ecological agenda, increased cross-border cooperation, and introduction of renewable energy offers significant prospects for achieving the SDGs. The implementation of the goals faces challenges such as political divisions and economic inequalities in the region. The value of the studyis that it expands existing approaches to sustainable development in regional international organisations such as the SCO, integrating political, economic and social aspects. The study contributes to developing recommendations for strengthening institutional mechanismsand involving civic initiatives in implementing sustainable development strategies. The study resultscan be used to optimise the SCO strategy, including developing environmentally oriented projects, supporting infrastructure initiatives and youth involvement in implementing SDGs. The work results also interest government authorities in participating countries, international organisations and researchers in sustainable development.

This research aims to examine the consequences and risks associated with the financial sector construction for the sustainable development of Ukraine and provide recommendations for Ukrainian policy to further the country’s development on the aspect of financial structure. Following an ecological approach to conducting research, the study uses databases, academic publications and case analysis to assess challenges in the Ukrainian financial system, particularly stressing sustainable development in Ukraine. Lack of or inadequate regulatory framework, poor implementation of the laws, corruption and lack of accountability and transparency appear as major challenges that erode the system’s sound and effective framework. As a result of the research, the quantitative and qualitative assessment of policies to overcome the challenges is given and the short-term and long-term policy changes are revealed with a focus on the regulatory and technological aspects of sustainable development in Ukraine. Besides, the study also focuses on the best practices from other countries to understand, what can be useful and appropriate in the context of Ukraine and learn more about successful experiences of the achievement of sustainable development in Ukraine. An econometric analysis is constructed to predict future tendencies based on the statistical information that enhances the tool with qualitative perspectives on sustainable development in Ukraine. The outcomes are summarized within concluding reflections and global-policy prescriptions for policymakers, regulators, business actors and global partners to promote sustainable development and prosperity of Ukraine’s financial industry.

This research aims to explore the adoption and impact of green supply chain practices (GSCP) on sustainable development in Bangladesh. The study seeks to understand the current state of GSCP adoption across various industries, identify key drivers and barriers, assess the perceived benefits and challenges, and evaluate the overall impact on environmental sustainability, economic performance, and social well-being. The research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing interviews with key stakeholders, document analysis, and literature review to gather data and insights. Interviews were conducted with representatives from government agencies, businesses, civil society organizations, and academia to obtain diverse perspectives on GSCP adoption and its implications for sustainable development in Bangladesh. The findings reveal a mixed scenario of GSCP adoption across different industries in Bangladesh, with sectors such as textiles leading the way. Key drivers of GSCP adoption include regulatory pressures, market forces, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and financial incentives. However, organizations face significant barriers such as high upfront costs, lack of awareness and expertise, regulatory uncertainty, and supply chain complexity. Despite these challenges, GSCP offer various benefits, including environmental sustainability, economic performance, and social well-being. Successful initiatives demonstrate tangible impacts, highlighting the potential of GSCP to contribute to sustainable development. The research is limited by its qualitative nature and focus on selected industries and stakeholders. Future studies could employ quantitative methods and broader sampling to provide a more comprehensive understanding of GSCP adoption and its implications in Bangladesh. The findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to promote GSCP adoption and enhance sustainable development in Bangladesh. Strategies for overcoming barriers and maximizing benefits are outlined, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and capacity-building initiatives. GSCP adoption can have positive social implications by promoting ethical labor practices, improving working conditions, and fostering community engagement. By prioritizing sustainability, businesses can contribute to social well-being and inclusive growth. This research contributes to the literature on GSCP adoption and sustainable development in Bangladesh by providing empirical insights and practical recommendations. The study adds to the understanding of the drivers, barriers, benefits, and challenges associated with GSCP adoption, highlighting the importance of integrating environmental, economic, and social considerations in supply chain management.

The non-profit sector plays a pivotal role in achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, where it represents a potential economic opportunity for development. Therefore, the current study aimed to identify ways non-profit organizations (NPOs) can support sustainable economic development through community activities, leading to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Saudi Vision 2030. The Ensan Association in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was chosen as a case study due to its importance and influence in this sector. The study also aimed to identify the impact of Ensan Association’s social responsibility activities on sustainable economic development in the local community, focusing on two indicators: raising the standard of living of individuals and reducing unemployment rates in Saudi Arabia. The study relied on a mixed methodology to collect data using questionnaires and interviews. Correlation analysis results showed a strong relationship between social responsibility activities and achieving the economic goals of sustainable development, namely raising the standard of living and reducing unemployment. Simple regression results also showed that a one-unit increase in social responsibility activities leads to a significant improvement in these economic goals, which positively impacts sustainable economic development. Furthermore, the results of the multiple linear regression demonstrated strong statistical significance for the model, and the study confirmed the importance of NPOs’ social responsibility activities in supporting sustainable economic development. Based on the study’s findings, it recommends empowering NPOs by developing specialized training programs for the most vulnerable groups and diversifying their funding sources to ensure sustainability. It also encourages decision-makers to adopt supportive policies and legislation that strengthen partnerships and secure investment to achieve sustainable development. The non-profit sector plays a pivotal role in achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, where it represents a potential economic opportunity for development. Therefore, the current study aimed to identify ways non-profit organizations (NPOs) can support sustainable economic development through community activities, leading to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Saudi Vision 2030. The Ensan Association in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was chosen as a case study due to its importance and influence in this sector. The study also aimed to identify the impact of Ensan Association’s social responsibility activities on sustainable economic development in the local community, focusing on two indicators: raising the standard of living of individuals and reducing unemployment rates in Saudi Arabia. The study relied on a mixed methodology to collect data using questionnaires and interviews. Correlation analysis results showed a strong relationship between social responsibility activities and achieving the economic goals of sustainable development, namely raising the standard of living and reducing unemployment. Simple regression results also showed that a one-unit increase in social responsibility activities leads to a significant improvement in these economic goals, which positively impacts sustainable economic development. Furthermore, the results of the multiple linear regression demonstrated strong statistical significance for the model, and the study confirmed the importance of NPOs’ social responsibility activities in supporting sustainable economic development. Based on the study’s findings, it recommends empowering NPOs by developing specialized training programs for the most vulnerable groups and diversifying their funding sources to ensure sustainability. It also encourages decision-makers to adopt supportive policies and legislation that strengthen partnerships and secure investment to achieve sustainable development.

This paper comprises information from referenced literature and the author’s experience in the study area. The focus for this paper is to recall some of possible areas of socio-economic areas that can be reinforced under cooperation between Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for sustainable peace; leading to sustainable development in the Great Lakes region, Africa. It has been revealed that although different conflicts that have characterized these countries, there are yet wealthy opportunities that can jointly be utilized towards sustainable peace and development of the region. However, the paper shows that, for any sustainable development initiative, there is a well recognized need for peace makers or “peace holders” to play rightly their roles to allowing potential investors to commit their capitals to investment in the region. Among these include the role of local leaders and local population (followers), the International Community, and the civil society and the media. The paper concludes its reflection with hope that once initiatives are taken in preventing conflicts and its related consequences, development agents are likely to significantly play their roles towards sustainable development in the region. Finally, the paper offers areas for deepen analysis of some of the arguments by further researchers in a multidisciplinary approach and policy intervention to fostering efforts to peace and hence to development of the region. Key words: War and Conflicts, sustainable peace and development, CEPGL, Rwanda, Burundi, and the DRC.

After the return of democracy in Nigeria, the country continued to experience changes in political regimes amidst the country’s quest of developmental sustainability. This study investigated the symmetric (linear) and asymmetric (non-linear) effect of political stability on sustainable development in Nigeria between 1999 and 2021. The study employed both Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) and Non- Autoregressive Distributed Lag (NARDL) techniques for estimation purpose. The symmetric result showed that sustainable development positively responds to political stability in Nigeria both in the long run and short run. The asymmetric estimates indicated that sustainable development significantly increased due to positive shock in political stability in the long run in contrast to the short run. While negative changes in political stability has negative effect on sustainable development both in the long run and short run. It was concluded that political stability triggers sustainable development in Nigeria during the study period. The study suggested that government policies related to economic, social, and environmental issues should be consistent and predictable since frequent policy changes can disrupt sustainable development.

Geoparks are sites of geoheritage with scientific value, having characteristics such as unique landscapes or landforms, and they operate under the guidelines of the Global Geoparks Network supported by UNESCO. Geoparks aim to conserve and preserve geological heritage and provide means of teaching geoscientific disciplines, while at the same time contributing to sustainable regional development and promotion (Annonymous, 2010). This special issue focus on various aspects of regional development with discussions on community involvement in geoparks conservation, preservation, educational aspects, and integration into sustainable development. Geotourism and geotours based on geological resources of geosites are the main attractions of geoparks. Basic frameworks of geotourism are about conserving the Earth’s scientific resources while using them for research and educational purposes, and finally integrating these resources into sustainable regional development (Dowling and Newsome, 2005). Therefore, the need for a sustainable management system for geoparks arises within community involvement. On the other hand, it is important to convey the natural and cultural heritage related to regional landscapes and landforms to visitors and tourists based on conservation, research, and education (Dowling and Newsome, 2010). Further, geoparks comprise diverse resources of ecological, natural historic, economic, and cultural value for geotourism, and play a key role in regional development (Newsome and Dowling, 2010). This issue contains ten papers and four pages of the frontispiece that identify the relationships between geoparks and local communities. The main discussions in the literature focus on the following areas: ・The concept of geopark and geotourism ・Geotourism based on regional diversity ・Geotourism’s managerial dimensions and its current contribution to regional development. Watanabe (2011) reviews the concept and the background of global geoparks and Japanese geoparks. The basic concept of geoparks is about conserving natural heritage from human activities, while at the same time using natural heritage to achieve sustainable development. Therefore, promoting geotourism is essential in this process. Geotourism can become a new source of income for local communities, and enhance their identity and pride, resulting in an expansion of local people’s consciousness about

The purpose of the present study is to give an overview of the sustainable development (SD) initiatives observed among the selected libraries around the world. The present study employed a web-based content analysis method among the selected academic and public libraries to investigate the adherence of features of the green library. Based on the survey of library websites and reviewing related literature, the study identified the parameters contributing to the sustainable development intent of the library. With examples, this study also showcases the current practices followed by the libraries to implement green library strategy. Moreover, the challenges faced by the libraries in their effort to go green was also identified and discussed. The overview of SD initiatives among different libraries as displayed in the study will improve the understanding of the adoption of green indicators by the librarians and information science professionals.

This study examines sustainable development in manufacturing firms’ performance in Edo State, Nigeria. The purpose was to establish the association among social, economic and environmental developments on manufacturing firms in Edo State. The methodology utilized was the survey research proportions. The population comprised of top level employees of ten selected manufacturing firms registered with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) in Edo state, with international affiliation. A total of one hundred (100) employees of the ten selected manufacturing firms in the state, constituted the sample size. The purposive sampling technique was made use to choose ten (10) employees each from the designated manufacturing firms. Data analysis engaged was the descriptive and inferential statistics. The outcomes discovered that manufacturing firm’s social and economic developments were significant predictors of sustainable development among the manufacturing firms, in the State, while environmental development was insignificant. The study recommended that manufacturing firms should exemplify social development program as core values, it is also recommended, that they formulate and implement economic development policies that will foster the growth of their firms, the study concluded that firms should take proactive measures to minimize their environmental approach by adopting eco-friendly initiatives.

Purpose – In the context of tourism, which is strongly focused on service delivery and a direct relationship with guests, employees can play a key role in implementing sustainability. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the attitudes of students, i.e. Generation Z (1995-2002), as new employees entering the labor market and their role in the implementation of sustainable development in tourism. Methodology – A qualitative survey was conducted on a sample of 100 students from all years of study at the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management (N=100) University of Rijeka. The survey was based on existing research. The main research question is: As a new workforce, is Generation Z ready to implement the principles of sustainable development in tourism and do they understand the importance of sustainable development in their early career? Findings – The results show the perception of Generation Z's attitudes as a new sustainable workforce, i.e., the green generation. Sustainability is important to them, but they put career success first. They place a high value on implementing sustainable development measures in their daily lives, but believe that they cannot make a greater contribution to sustainability at the beginning of their careers. They believe that the key role in implementing sustainability lies with management. Contribution – Many studies have been conducted on Generation Z as a workforce and how best to identify their wants and needs, but few of them have addressed the link between sustainable development and Generation Z careers in tourism. Therefore, this paper attempts to fill this research gap. Based on the research conducted, the authors analyze the attitudes of Generation Z and conclude that it is necessary to continuously educate students as a new workforce to become a green generation. This conclusion also represents the practical contribution of the work. The contribution of the work will be recognized not only by future researchers working on similar issues, but also by employers who want to attract and retain new workers for tourism.

An important part of the general agreement on the importance of education in achieving the goals of sustainable development also refers to the function and responsibility of the University. In this context, in recent years, much attention has been paid to advancing the process of integrating sustainability in universities, which is accompanied by the adoption of a transformative approach, linking theoretical with practical discourse and exploring new applications within and between scientific disciplines. The paper will present the concept of sustainable development in the context of education, with special emphasis on the presentation of education for sustainable development in the educational systems of Serbia. The focus of the paper is the analysis of the state of sustainable development in academic education in our country. The aim was to examine the extent to which education for sustainable development is represented at the faculties of social sciences and humanities of the University of Serbia. The selected methodology was based on the content analysis of the curriculum and syllabus with interviews with professors and assistants of selected faculties. Given that professors have been identified as bearers of education for sustainable development, the key to educating students for sustainable development is, and must be, in the education and continuous training of pedagogical staff in this field.

The paper discusses the problems and opportunities of implementing sustainable development in the context of Industry 4.0. It analyzes the difficulties associated with outdated technologies and the challenges of developing resilience strategies. The types of innovations in this field, their advantages, and disadvantages are described. A comparative analysis of the world and Ukrainian experience in implementing sustainable development in companies such as Danone, Nestlé, Unilever, Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods, BrewDog, LLC «Organic Milk», LLC SP «Nibulon», PJSC «Ternopil Dairy Plant» (Molokia), LLC «Ukrprodukt Group», PJSC «Kyiv Confectionery Factory «Roshen», PJSC «Chumak», PJSC «Оbolon is conducted. Strategies for successful implementation of sustainable development in the conditions of Industry 4.0 are proposed. The research results emphasize the need for an innovative approach to sustainable development and key principles for achieving success in this field.

Purpose and aim of the study: The research aims to examine the perception of sustainable development problems in general education schools.Design / Methodology / Approach: The research employed the following methods: descriptive and logical construction were used for reviewing and analysing research papers and other information sources, as well as for scientific discussion. Statistical analysis was employed to process and analyse primary (survey) data on students’ and teachers’ understanding and knowledge of sustainable development. The graphic method was applied to better represent and compare the research results. Main Findings: sustainable development was found to be determined by a balance between the needs of the present and future generations, based on the rational consumption of resources. The research results revealed that awareness of sustainable development is a key driver for sustainable development and that it is important to integrate sustainable development issues into the school curriculum to introduce sustainable habits into society.Originality: The research examined the concept of sustainable development in the context of the education industry, assessing the opinions of general education school students and teachers on sustainable development problems.Implications: The research provides a basis for further research on aspects of sustainable development in general education schools.

This paper emphasized on the needs and benefits of entrepreneurship education and training introduced at educational institution as a way forward in enhancing socio-cultural, political and economic sustainable development in Nigeria economy, based on the challenges facing the nation ranging from inflation, high rate of absolute poverty, youth, women and graduate unemployment worker's, lay off and retrenchment, flair for and over dependence on imported goods, weak economic Characterized by low per capita income, low gross Domestic Product, high interest rates, weak institutional support, and poor infrastructural facilities among others. This article therefore, debates that entrepreneurship through education and training will make some appreciable impact and equip students and youth at various educational level and training centers with the knowledge skills and attitude required to become self-employed and self-reliance to attained sound sustainable Development. The history, the objectives of entrepreneurship education and the strategic way for the implementation of entrepreneurship education and training for sustainable development were also discussed the paper also opined on the recommendation on the intensification of entrepreneurship of education and training programme at various levels to become significantly relevant providing the youth up to, date needed entrepreneurial competences for growth and development as well as the provision of Sound economic and stable political arena social harmony and environmental safety for sustainable development. This paper emphasized on the needs and benefits of entrepreneurship education and training introduced at educational institution as a way forward in enhancing socio-cultural, political and economic sustainable development in Nigeria economy, based on the challenges facing the nation ranging from inflation, high rate of absolute poverty, youth, women and graduate unemployment worker's, lay off and retrenchment, flair for and over dependence on imported goods, weak economic Characterized by low per capita income, low gross Domestic Product, high interest rates, weak institutional support, and poor infrastructural facilities among others. This article therefore, debates that entrepreneurship through education and training will make some appreciable impact and equip students and youth at various educational level and training centers with the knowledge skills and attitude required to become self-employed and self-reliance to attained sound sustainable Development. The history, the objectives of entrepreneurship education and the strategic way for the implementation of entrepreneurship education and training for sustainable development were also discussed the paper also opined on the recommendation on the intensification of entrepreneurship of education and training programme at various levels to become significantly relevant providing the youth up to, date needed entrepreneurial competences for growth and development as well as the provision of Sound economic and stable political arena social harmony and environmental safety for sustainable development.