Capital For Sustainable Development Research Articles

Zoning and forecasting as the basis for sustainable spatial development (on the example of the territories of the Republic of Karelia)

abstractPurpose: is to develop a methodology for zoning and socio-economic forecasting of the state of the northern and arctic territories in order to produce a conceptual framework to ensure their sustainability.Methods: the work is based on the statistical indicators and rating scores of the spatial development of the territories of the Republic of Karelia, indicators of financial statements of companies operating in the region, and other public information about them for 2010-2021. A number of methods of multivariate statistics, in particular, cluster and regression analysis, mapping method and scenario approach were used to analyze the data.Results: the study shows the importance of zoning and forecasting in the design and implementation of sustainable spatial development policy, as well as the need to update and adapt existing tools to new challenges and characteristics of the regions. The methodology of zoning of territories, based on the existing economic relations between actors and the role of human capital in sustainable development was developed. The methodology of mediumand long-term forecasting of socio-economic space, taking into account the mutual influence of adjacent territorial units, was proposed. The methods have been tested for the Karelian Arctic and economically connected territories of the North; a dynamic zoning model has been built. The forecast of mediumand long-term development of this space was carried out with the use of institutional innovations and overcoming of "bottlenecks" by the subjects of management.Conclusions and Relevance: the results obtained can become the basis for the policy of regional development. The paper proposes a conceptual framework of sustainable development strategy for the territories of the Republic of Karelia under consideration. It is shown that one of the fundamental problems of the majority of the northern territories is low human capital characteristics; in this connection a number of institutional changes, in particular, affecting the methodology of calculating social deductions for personal income tax and issuing referrals for targeted training, is proposed. This determines the practical signifi e of the study. The continuation of the work will be the detailing of the policy of sustainable development of Karelia.

Journal The Perspective of The Demographic Revolution To Human Capital Achieve Sustainable Development For Companies In Indonesia

This paper tries to examine Human Capital from the perspective of Demographic Reformation with various shifts in various demographic variables in it causing demographic transitions in various countries in the world each have different characteristics. Demographic revolution and Human Capital are an inseparable part in terms of Economic Development, Sustainable Social The Asia Pacific for Human Development perspective has an orientation to eliminate poverty, poverty for all mankind, not only that, sustainable development is expected to be able to provide a better life for efforts meeting the needs of society today and for the future wisely there for all mankind in a fair and equitable manner. Sustainable development is an effort to design a new economic, social development model where Human Capital in sustainable development is a capital asset for companies/organizations, able to open up new business opportunities, new jobs for the benefit of an environmentally friendly demographic bonus.

Participatory Guarantee System and Social Capital for Sustainable Development in Brazil: The Case Study of OPAC Orgânicos Sul de Minas

In recent years there has been a growing international interest in alternative certification strategies for organic products. Specifically, participatory guarantee systems (PGS) have proved to be particularly suitable not only to simplify bureaucratic procedures for small organic producers and reduce the cost of certification, but also to generate empowerment, social inclusion and mutual support among farmers. The purpose of this paper is to study the elements of social capital (SC) found in a PGS through the use of social network indicators using the Organizaçao Participativa de Acreditaçao e Certificaçao “Orgânicos Sul de Minas” (OPAC-OSM) as a case study. The research was carried out in the southern part of Minas Gerais, one of the states of the Brazilian Federation, where organic production represents a viable alternative for small and medium-sized farmers. In particular, a survey was carried out to capture the opinions of managers (presidents or directors) about their participation in the OPAC-OSM, and about the level of interaction and degree of trust between members. Relational skills, which are the basis of structural SC, were analyzed both at the level of individual units and at the level of the general network of the OPAC-OSM. An in-degree centrality score assigned to OPAC-OSM members was obtained from each network. These scores have been correlated with variables of the database that were chosen due to their relevance in assessing the level of social capital. According to the results, the factors that most reinforced the proof of SC among the OPAC-OSM members were the level of information and the degree of trust and collaboration networks, with special emphasis on female participation. From the analysis carried out, it is possible to conclude that PGS are powerful tools in the strengthening of SC far beyond the aspect of quality assurance, which remains the main objective of the OPAC.

The importance of human potential and human capital in sustainable development

The purpose of the investigation is to reveal the importance of human potential and human capital in order to understand their practical importance in the social development of Ukraine. The definitions of «human potential» and «human capital» based on the interpretations of foreign and Ukrainian scientists are analyzed. The author’s vision of the definition of «human potential» as a socio-economic category that embodies the set of abilities, knowledge and capabilities of human and society as a whole, which are realized during the life cycle, interact with other types of potentials, bringing additional benefits and enriching materially and spiritually to achieve the goals of individual and human development. The organizational and level structure of human potential is developed and the content of its key components is described. In particular, in the level distribution, human potential includes: nanlevel (individual), microlevel (enterprise, organization, industry), mesolevel (region) and macrolevel (country or group of countries). The common and distinctive features between human potential and human capital in the social development of Ukraine are generalized. The organizational component of the structure of human potential includes the following most important components: labor potential, creative potential (human potential of creative individuals), intellectual potential, innovation potential, human potential of the nation, and others.It is concluded that the development and full realization of human potential in Ukraine largely depends on the proper implementation of human capital and quality public protection of key components of the social sphere. In this process, the formation of social market system of income, the concept of lifelong learning and the renewal of the health care system should be a priority. Particular attention should be paid to the social environment in which human potential is formed and developed, because it determines the vectors of practical implementation of all those abilities and skills that are laid down from birth and change during the life cycle.

Does Social Capital Matter for Total Factor Productivity? Exploratory Evidence from Poland

Two issues connected with sustainable development are analysed in this article: total factor productivity (TFP), which measures the efficiency of transforming physical capital and labour into production, and social capital, which is increasingly considered as a factor of TFP. TFP is sometimes viewed as a measure of sustainability, and its high value indicates an effective way of combining and using limited resources. Social capital, in turn, is a determining factor in the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of development. The subject of this analysis is the impact of social capital on TFP. Social capital generates synergistic effects and creates added value using the existing resources. Therefore, it is legitimate to regard it as one of the determinants of TFP. The role of social capital in sustainable development is theoretically grounded and confirmed by numerous empirical studies. Nevertheless, due to the deep dependence on the context, the mechanisms of the impact of this capital on economic effects are still not fully understood. In this paper, social capital is analysed in the context of the post-transformation economy. This context seems to be interesting for two reasons: the relative weakness of social capital in post-communist countries and extensive nature of development these countries have experienced in recent decades, which together can be a barrier to long-term growth in these economies. The purpose of the paper is to identify and assess the impact of social capital in Poland on TFP in a regional breakdown (Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics II - NUTS II). The research period covers the years 2002–2016 and employs econometric modelling methods. Social capital turns out to be a factor in explaining the level of TFP in Polish regions.

Human Capital for Sustainable Development: A Conceptual Framework for Institutes of Higher Education

Human Capital for Sustainable Development: A Conceptual Framework for Institutes of Higher Education

Сталий університет: модель системної інтеграції принципів сталого розвитку в усі сфери діяльності

Проаналізовано світоглядні та загальнометодологічні передумови екологізації освітньої діяльності університетів на основі концепції людського капіталу сталого розвитку. Обґрунтовано економічний дискурс освіти для сталого розвитку, який базується на системно-синергетичній парадигмі, а також окреслено сучасні тенденції розвитку систем освіти. Досліджено методологічні та дидактичні аспекти екологізації освітньої діяльності університетів на засадах компетентнісного підходу. Розкрито теоретичні та методичні особливості екологізації різних напрямів підготовки фахівців на основі концепції людського капіталу сталого розвитку. Розглянуто роль університетів у реалізації Стратегії ЄЕК ООН. Вивчено світовий досвід переходу університетів до сталості. На засадах підходу "всієї школи" проаналізовано ключові аспекти імплементації соціальної відповідальності університету. Обґрунтовано роль цього підходу у формуванні сучасного дискурсу освіти для сталого розвитку, який сприяє підвищенню її дієвості, викликає зміни у професійній і побутовій поведінці. З'ясовано передумови системної та цілісної інтеграції принципів сталості в усі сфери діяльності університетів. Особливу увагу звернено на досвід Національного лісотехнічного університету України як репрезентанта формування і втілення в життя моделі цілісної концепції екологізації вищої професійної освіти.

Environmental Entrepreneurship in Organic Agriculture in Järna, Sweden

The importance of social capital in sustainable development has recently been emphasized in the literature on regional and local development. Entrepreneurs are, by researchers as well as by politicians and policymakers, seen as central in creating local economic development. Organic agriculture is often expected to deliver several services to society, including environmentally friendly food production, thriving rural areas with small-scale farms, and increased biodiversity. However, the synergy effects of environmental entrepreneurs on local development and social sustainability are not well understood. Using semistructured interviews, this article analyzes entrepreneurs engaged in the production, processing and distribution of organic/biodynamic food in a rural Swedish community influenced by anthroposophy. One aim was to identify elements of what constitutes a sustainable community. A dynamic self-organized network of entrepreneurs characterized by economic stability and social capital was observed. The results indicate that the network of environmental entrepreneurs contributes to development in economical, social, and ecological terms. The key to success appears to be a high level of trust and engagement, common norms, reciprocity between the entrepreneurs, and a stable demand from both households and the municipality.