In chemical synthesis, ultrasound irradiation is important because it provides a more efficient and environmentally friendly method than conventional techniques, especially when considering sustainable development. Although it offers many benefits, such as improved reaction rates, lower energy consumption, and milder conditions, it also has drawbacks that must be addressed. By facilitating greener, more economical, and efficient processes, ultrasound provides a useful tool for promoting sustainable chemical synthesis. Although there are obstacles to overcome, especially in terms of scaling up and comprehending mechanisms, ultrasound offers substantial advantages in accomplishing sustainable development objectives. Ultrasound can be a potent technology for the future of chemical manufacturing if the benefits and drawbacks are carefully weighed and reaction conditions are optimized.

Building a national plastic waste inventory applying citizen science in Brazil.

Although there is a perception that business analytics is important, little is known about how these investments actually add value to the company. Business analytics can be used to examine the strengths and weakness of the competitors. Planning, managing, organizing, and directing—the four core duties of management—are made simple by the use of analytics. For economic, social, technological, legal, political, and sustainable development objectives, organizations generally collect data on a variety of factors and store it in the form of sizable databases. Organisations can analyse these data and extract meaning with the use of business analytics. Such evidence-based, data-driven outcomes are advantageous for organisations. However, according to experts, using business analytics presents a number of challenges, including those related to human resources, such as the adaptability of personnel, marketing management, such as the validity and dependability of market the process of segmentation financial management, such as the substantial upfront cost for an extended return on investment, operational management, such as quantifying all activities, and information systems, such as comprehending the technical know-how. This study is deals with the to comprehend the elements influencing the use of analytics in enterprises and to investigate the effects of analytics use on business decisions.

Electronic commerce (or e-commerce) activities have been increasingly developing globally and in Vietnam. Alongside the opportunities presented, electronic commerce also poses numerous challenges regarding environmental protection and sustainable development. There are two main stages in the e-commerce process that adversely affect the environment: the delivery stage and the packaging stage. This article examines the current state of electronic commerce development and the legal framework governing electronic commerce in relation to the objectives of environmental protection and sustainable development in Vietnam. The article also references the regulatory systems of several countries worldwide concerning environmental protection in the field of electronic commerce. Based on this analysis, the author proposes solutions to enhance the legal framework for electronic commerce in alignment with the goals of environmental protection and sustainable development in Vietnam.

The inclusion of people living with disabilities in decision-making bodies in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is one of the priorities for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals agenda. This study analyzes the representativeness of people with disabilities in political institutions in the DRC, a critical study in the province of Tshopo that involves the confrontation of Decree No. 24/22 of March 7, 2024 on the modalities of the representation of people with disabilities in institutions in the DRC with the reality within the provincial institutions of Tshopo. It is in this perspective that we propose to verify the application of legal texts on the political inclusion of people with disabilities in the province of Tshopo. To achieve this, legal positivism and legal sociology have served as a framework with the technique of free interview and investigation. Thus, we have reached the results that notwithstanding the legislative advances in terms of the inclusion of people with disabilities in decision-making bodies in the DRC in order to respond positively to the objectives of sustainable development, the representativeness of people with disabilities in the provincial political institutions of Tshopo is 00%.

Crop production sustainability (CPS) faces unprecedented challenges due to climate change. Although land-management technologies (LMTs) show potential in improving yields, their contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) remains poorly quantified. Here, we assess LMTs’ impacts on CPS toward achieving SDGs through process-based crop models. We find high CPS concentrated in North America, East and Southeast Asia, generating maize surpluses and economic profits of 3.73 × 104 and 8.39 × 103 million USD, while Sub-Saharan Africa faces maize deficits of 561 billion tons, demonstrating global disparities in SDG2 and SDG8. LMTs exhibit regional adaptability: plastic mulching film shows highest adaptability in water-scarce regions like Sub-Saharan Africa, increasing CPS by over 23.84%. Drip irrigation suits water scarcity or seasonal drought regions, while biochar produces remarkable effects in specific countries, increasing CPS by up to 42.94%. Combined LMTs achieve 3–5 times greater improvement than optimal single LMT. We provide region-specific strategies for global CPS and SDG achievement. Broader context: Rapid global population growth and climate change have made achieving agriculture-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) increasingly challenging. While land-management technologies (LMTs) such as plastic mulching film, drip irrigation, and biochar have proven effective in increasing crop yields worldwide, their applicability remains poorly understood at the global scale. The effectiveness of these technologies is fundamentally determined by regional environmental conditions including climate, soil properties, and water availability, yet most existing research focuses on localized impacts without systematically assessing their spatial suitability or multidimensional contributions to SDGs. This research uniquely bridges this gap by establishing an integrated framework that connects microscale crop production processes with macroscale SDGs, comprehensively assessing the spatial suitability of LMTs worldwide and quantifying their contributions to SDGs. Consequently, it provides essential, evidence-based guidance for targeted agricultural interventions and supports sustainable development objectives in diverse global contexts through region-specific strategies.

In the face of rising poverty, climate vulnerability and widening inequalities, sustainable and inclusive livelihood strategies are urgent. This paper analyzes the ways in which entrepreneurship Can support sustainable livelihoods and advance the broader objectives of sustainable development. With 61% of the global workforce in informal employment, entrepreneurial interventions can enhance human, social, natural, physical and financial capital. Case studies from India, Nepal and Sweden demonstrate entrepreneurship’s potential to reduce poverty, build local capacities and align livelihood development with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Women-led agro tourism in Nepal and renewable energy enterprises in Sweden showcase entrepreneurship’s contribution to economic resilience, gender empowerment and environmental sustainability. The paper analyzes differences between rural and urban livelihood strategies, challenges posed by urbanization and the role of technological innovations. Special emphasis is placed on empowering women and marginalized groups through access to credit, training and markets. Entrepreneurship, embedded within inclusive policy frameworks and supported by innovation and education, can drive sustainable development. Practical suggestions are provided for fostering entrepreneurship to build adaptive, resilient and sustainable livelihood systems in rural and urban contexts. By promoting entrepreneurship, policymakers and practitioners can unlock the potential of vulnerable populations, reduce poverty and promote sustainable development. This paper provides insights into the transformative power of entrepreneurship in achieving sustainable livelihoods and advancing the SDGs.

Entrepreneurship plays a pivotal role in societal prosperity and economic development. The promotion of women entrepreneurship, recognized globally as a key objective of sustainable development, serves as a powerful mechanism for women’s empowerment. Prior research indicates that women entrepreneurs contribute significantly to national GDP, generate employment, reduce poverty and inequality, and enhance overall social welfare. Although women possess many inherent qualities that make them capable and successful business owners, they often encounter barriers that restrict their growth from small, under-resourced ventures to larger and more profitable enterprises. In India, despite substantial leadership potential among women, structural, socioeconomic, and political constraints hinder their entrepreneurial advancement. To overcome these challenges and achieve sustained business success, women entrepreneurs must exhibit high levels of Entrepreneurial Intensity (EI)—a construct reflecting the degree of entrepreneurial activity within a business, determined by an individual’s innovativeness, risk-taking ability, and proactivity. EI is considered a strong predictor of business performance as it captures the commitment and focus entrepreneurs devote to their ventures. A comprehensive review of literature identifies four core dimensions of EI: innovativeness, proactiveness, risk-taking, and competitive aggressiveness. This study investigates the potential positive influence of multiple identified factors on the entrepreneurial intensity of women-owned enterprises in West Bengal and proposes corresponding hypotheses for empirical examination. With the help of SMART PLS software, a conceptual model was tested to measure the impact of various factors influencing entrepreneurial intensity among women entrepreneurs.

In recent years, there has been a widespread awareness of issues affecting the ecosystem, such as climate change. It is, in fact, a universal reality that affects human life, business activities, and the environment. In this context, companies are required to master the functioning of a dynamic and risky ecosystem where logistics play a very important role in meeting sustainable development objectives. Purpose: The objective of this article is to identify the main supply chain management practices that enable companies to address the challenges of the ecosystem and their impact on the environment and global performance, with a focus on the implications of climate change. This research aims to analyze the impact of these practices on business performance. Methodology: This research adopts a narrative review of the literature based on scientific databases, using a search equation incorporating keywords. Articles were selected according to clearly defined inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the relevance and quality of the work analyzed. Results: The results show that adopting green practices in the supply chain, such as responsible sourcing, flow optimization, and the use of sustainable technologies, enables companies to respond to ecosystem challenges, better cope with the risks posed by climate change, and improve global performance. Implications: This study offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview for researchers wishing to further explore the link between green supply chain practices and adaptation to ecosystem challenges. The results highlight the importance for companies to quickly adopt sustainable practices in order to preserve the ecosystem, strengthen their resilience, and contribute to the transition to more responsible supply chains. Originality/value: This review provides an integrated view of the supply chain practices used to respond to the challenges of climate change. It highlights their role in improving environmental performance and offers ideas for sustainable logistics management in a changing ecosystem.

In recent years, there has been a widespread awareness of issues affecting the ecosystem, such as climate change. It is, in fact, a universal reality that affects human life, business activities, and the environment. In this context, companies are required to master the functioning of a dynamic and risky ecosystem where logistics play a very important role in meeting sustainable development objectives. Purpose: The objective of this article is to identify the main supply chain management practices that enable companies to address the challenges of the ecosystem and their impact on the environment and global performance, with a focus on the implications of climate change. This research aims to analyze the impact of these practices on business performance. Methodology: This research adopts a narrative review of the literature based on scientific databases, using a search equation incorporating keywords. Articles were selected according to clearly defined inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the relevance and quality of the work analyzed. Results: The results show that adopting green practices in the supply chain, such as responsible sourcing, flow optimization, and the use of sustainable technologies, enables companies to respond to ecosystem challenges, better cope with the risks posed by climate change, and improve global performance. Implications: This study offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview for researchers wishing to further explore the link between green supply chain practices and adaptation to ecosystem challenges. The results highlight the importance for companies to quickly adopt sustainable practices in order to preserve the ecosystem, strengthen their resilience, and contribute to the transition to more responsible supply chains. Originality/value: This review provides an integrated view of the supply chain practices used to respond to the challenges of climate change. It highlights their role in improving environmental performance and offers ideas for sustainable logistics management in a changing ecosystem.

Purpose: This research aims to analyze the impact of digital technology on women's economic empowerment, particularly in the context of entrepreneurship, in both developed and developing economies. While there is growing recognition of the transformative potential of digital finance and platform-based entrepreneurship, there are still gaps in access, regulatory issues, and uneven empowerment outcomes. This paper reviews the intellectual framework and thematic development in the literature from 2016-2025, focusing on the economic inclusion and empowerment of women in the digital economy. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study utilizes a bibliometric analysis and systematic literature review (SLR) approach, examining 50 articles indexed in Scopus between 2016 and 2025. The research categorizes the findings into two main thematic categories: financial inclusion and empowerment, which are closely linked with digital entrepreneurship, governance, and sustainable development. Network analyses are also conducted to understand interdisciplinary collaboration between technology, gender, and sustainability research streams. Findings: The findings indicate that there is significant research collaboration across multiple disciplines, including gender, technology, and sustainability. The research identifies that digital inclusion mechanisms are crucial for increasing women's participation in entrepreneurship and socio-economic development. However, disparities in access and institutional challenges persist. Financial inclusion and empowerment are highlighted as central themes, with a clear connection to sustainable development objectives. Implications/Originality/Value: This paper concludes that while digital inclusion mechanisms play a vital role in empowering women entrepreneurs, further research is necessary. Future studies should focus on causal analysis, gather longitudinal evidence, and develop governance models to reinforce sustainable and inclusive empowerment processes, especially in emerging technologies.

ABSTRACT With the release of the UN’s 2030 Agenda, sport organisations are now regarded as important contributors to sustainability. To formalise their approaches and actions, sport organisations have engaged in developing policies that work towards achieving sustainability. Despite these efforts, research into sport organisations’ policies for sustainable development remains limited. The aim of this study is, therefore, to map the policy work of national sport organisations that targets sustainable development. Sweden serves as the basis of our study. To identify relevant documents, we conducted a keyword search on the websites of all Swedish sport organisations (n = 73). These documents were analysed using an adapted version of the policy integration assessment framework . Of the 73 identified organisations, 12 had established framework documents and only four had a clearly labelled sustainable development policy. Sustainable development was conceptualised as being multidimensional, meaning that social, environmental, and economic dimensions were addressed along with the 2030 Agenda and various Sustainable Development Goals. We found that a variety of sustainable development objectives had been formulated in line with these conceptualisations. However, actions for achieving these objectives were limited in scope which raises questions regarding the effectiveness of these policies for governance. In summary, Swedish sport organisations are engaging in sustainable development policy work in very different ways. Even though commitments to sustainable development are made on paper, putting these into practice is likely complicated by issues of alignment between the objectives and actions, and between sport organisations.

Digital leadership is a key element that has become a driver of sustainable practices and employee well-being in the changing banking environment. As more banks become more interested in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), they are incorporating digital transformation strategies into their quest to ensure sustainable operational and employee engagement. This paper investigates the role of digital leadership in employee welfare and CSR in sustainable banking setups. The aim of the research is to investigate the effects of digital leadership practices that affect employee well-being and CSR activities to eventually help the bank's sustainability agenda. The mixed-methods approach was applied and includes a quantitative survey of 300 employees working in various sustainable banks and qualitative interviews with top management. Relationships between digital leadership, employee well-being, and CSR performance were measured with the help of statistical analysis, which included regression models and path analysis. The results show that digital leadership can make a significant difference to the well-being of employees due to the increased communication, autonomy in decision-making, and work-life balance, which reinforce the outcomes of CSR. Banks that have greater degrees of digital leadership have better employee engagement and commitment to CSR activities, including environmental conservation and community development. Digital leadership had a positive relationship with employee wellbeing (β = 0.65, p < 0.01), and CSR performance had a significant positive relationship with employee wellbeing (β = 0.72, p < 0.01). It is important to note that there was also a positive relationship (β = 0.48, p < 0.05) between digital leadership and CSR performance, which indicates that leadership plays a critical role in influencing sustainability initiatives. The research will add to the literature and practice as well, since it will give empirical evidence that digital leadership correlates with employee well-being and CSR in the banking industry. According to it, the development of digital leadership can be a strategic solution to improving the resilience of organizations, their employees, and sustainable development objectives in the banking industry.

The effort to reduce the intensity of car traffic in city centres is among the core objectives of sustainable development. One important means of achieving this aim is the creation of Park-and-Ride facilities. This article examines the challenges encountered during the planning and construction of a Park-and-Ride designed to ease the transport burden of a larger city, yet situated on the edge of a small historic town in Poland. Using a research-through-design method, the study identifies the project’s challenges. The article highlights the overlooked issue of locating Park-and-Ride schemes within sensitive contexts. The accompanying interventions enabled the realisation of an undertaking, originally conceived as a strictly engineering investment fulfilling global policy objectives, but ultimately adapted to manage local priorities. The pursuit of sustainable transport development thus became an opportunity to foreground the dual role of transport spaces: both as organisers of movement and as educators in conveying cultural meaning. The project serves as an example of how local problems may be addressed through investments framed as advancing global political goals. The Park-and-Ride in Stary Sącz also provides material evidence of the significance of decisions made by local authorities to resolve local challenges while contributing to global goals.

Wind energy, a zero-emission renewable energy source, has implemented increasingly larger turbine blades for greater production on land and offshore. The objective of this research was to propose a cryogenic method for remote cleaning and maintenance of wind turbine blades. On the other hand, wind turbine blades with excellent aerodynamics increase their performance up to 6% annually. However, those without this technology will experience greater downtime, impacting their efficiency and profitability. A mixed analysis was performed to evaluate cleaning and maintenance methods for wind farm blades, identifying advantages and disadvantages through quantitative and qualitative methods. An analysis of existing blade cleaning methods was the trigger to propose an alternative remote cleaning method that meets the objectives of sustainable development and the circular economy. The optimization of this technology will be the subject of future work.

Green chemistry has become a revolutionary concept in contemporary chemical operations, radically changing the way chemical products and processes are developed, produced, and used in various industries. The field has a strong emphasis on reducing environmental impact through the use of renewable resources, energy efficiency, and waste reduction. Industrial chemical processes have been transformed by recent developments in biomimicry, catalysis, and sustainable synthesis techniques. Significant advancements in polymer manufacture, nanomaterial synthesis, and pharmaceutical manufacturing have resulted from the use of green chemistry principles. Green sustainable synthesis promotes safer and more effective techniques that are in line with ecological principles while minimizing waste, energy use, and hazardous ingredients. In addition to improving human and animal health, the use of drugs in medical and veterinary care has increased food production and economic wellbeing. In order to improve drug research and discovery, medicinal chemistry has developed to fully integrate advances in computer modelling, artificial intelligence (AI), and molecular biology. Green sustainable synthesis promotes safer and more effective techniques that are in line with ecological principles while minimizing waste, energy use, and hazardous ingredients. The current analysis focuses on the techniques that medicinal chemists can employ in their day-to-day work to protect the environment and human health by reducing and preventing pollution in addition to increasing yields. Green chemistry has several applications in drug development, from environmentally compliant large-scale pharmaceutical manufacture to safer laboratory procedures. By reducing waste and resource utilization, it improves worker safety, decreases production costs, and helps reduce harmful emissions. Due to their common objective of sustainable development, many of these forms of green chemistry are used in tandem. To improve reaction conditions, flow chemistry, for example, may use green solvents and biocatalysis.

This study presents a comprehensive global bibliometric analysis aimed at exploring the academic landscape of waqf (Islamic endowments) and its intersection with sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) over the period 2006–2025. Using a structured and replicable methodology, data were retrieved from three major academic databases: Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), and the Research, Science and Technology Index Database (RSTID). Analytical tools including Biblioshiny (RStudio) and VOSviewer were employed to uncover trends in publication output, authorship, intellectual structure, and thematic evolution. Despite growing academic interest, research gaps remain in relation to SDGs focused on climate action, innovation, and infrastructure. This study contributes to the literature by providing an evidence-based mapping of global research trajectories and emerging themes. It offers critical insights for scholars, policymakers, and waqf institutions seeking to align endowment-based instruments with the objectives of sustainable and inclusive development.

The study aims to evaluate the impact of sustainable leadership practices on long-term corporate performance within the European lighting industry. In light of the global transition toward low-carbon and resource-efficient economies, the research explores how the integration of economic, environmental, and social sustainability dimensions contributes to the creation of shareholder value, competitive advantage, and organisational resilience. Specifically, the study seeks to identify the specific leadership practices that enable companies to successfully balance financial stability with ethical responsibility, innovation, and environmental stewardship. To gain insights from business representatives, the paper focuses on lightning, using Philips Lighting (now known as Signify) as a representative case study. By focusing on Signify’s strategic transformation between 2016 and 2024, the research examines how sustainable leadership principles are embedded into corporate governance, investment decisions, and stakeholder relations. The purpose is to generate empirical insights into how sustainability-oriented leadership can drive measurable, long-term performance and support the broader objectives of sustainable development in dynamic and innovation-driven markets. Methodology. The research is based on secondary quantitative data derived from Philips Lighting (Signify) annual and sustainability reports for 2016–2024. Fourteen indicators were grouped into three categories—economic, environmental, and social and analysed through correlation analysis to determine their relationship with the company’s share price, representing shareholder value. The latter enabled the identification of interdependencies between sustainability-related metrics and market valuation over time. Results. The results demonstrate that economic indicators remain the primary drivers of market valuation, with Return on Equity and EBITA showing the strongest positive correlations. Social indicators, including gender diversity in leadership and training investments, also positively affect share price, while safety incidents and energy consumption display negative relationships. Environmental improvements, such as reduced carbon emissions, are associated with higher investor confidence. Overall, sustainable leadership enhances long-term corporate value through the balanced integration of profitability, environmental responsibility, and social development. Practical implications. The findings suggest that companies should combine financial performance with social inclusion, environmental efficiency, and strong corporate governance to achieve genuine sustainability. Integrating these dimensions into leadership and decision-making processes strengthens corporate reputation, mitigates risks, and enhances investor trust. Value/Originality. This paper presents one of the few empirical analyses that quantifies the relationship between sustainable leadership practices and long-term financial outcomes. By applying correlation analysis to longitudinal company data, it bridges the gap between conceptual theories of sustainable leadership and measurable business performance, demonstrating how sustainability-oriented leadership can serve as a source of competitive advantage and strategic resilience.

Purpose. The purpose of this paper is to investigate ways to enhance the efficiency of transport and logistics systems in the context of global digital transformation and economic decarbonization. The study focuses on the optimization of transport routes using artificial intelligence technologies as a tool for reducing logistics costs and the carbon footprint of enterprises. Methodology. The research is based on a comprehensive methodological framework that integrates systemic, analytical, logical-structural, and comparative approaches. The study employs mathematical modeling, machine learning algorithms, big data analytics, and multi-criteria optimization techniques. To evaluate the model’s performance, a digital twin of the transport network was developed, allowing the simulation of various transportation scenarios in real time. The optimization model combines three key parameters-logistics costs, CO₂ emissions, and delivery time-using adjustable weighting coefficients according to enterprise-specific priorities. Findings. The results of simulation modeling demonstrate that the implementation of AI-driven routing technologies enables a reduction in fuel consumption by 18.7%, a decrease in average delivery time by 12.3%, a reduction in CO₂ emissions by 20.1%, and an overall decrease in logistics costs by 22.4%. These outcomes are consistent with global trends in the digital transformation of logistics and confirm the effectiveness of intelligent transport systems in achieving sustainable development objectives. The application of machine learning, genetic algorithms, and particle swarm optimization provided superior stability of solutions and adaptability to changing operational conditions. Practical implications. The developed model can be applied by enterprises of different sizes to increase competitiveness, reduce operational costs, and meet climate targets. The findings may also support the design of public policies aimed at promoting sustainable transport, digitalization, and decarbonization across the economy. Value / originality. The study contributes to the advancement of green logistics and the concept of sustainable digital supply chains by integrating intelligent optimization algorithms into transport management. It presents a conceptual and methodological framework for AI-based optimization of transport operations, which bridges economic efficiency and environmental sustainability. Future research should focus on developing industry standards for AI integration in logistics systems, creating hybrid optimization algorithms, and exploring the socio-economic impacts of digital transformation in the transport sector.

ABSTRACT Achieving policy coherence between conflicting objectives of sustainable development has long been on the agendas of policymakers, practitioners and researchers alike. Turning the ideational analysis of policy studies to the focus of policy coherence, and particularly coherence in implementation of potentially conflicting sustainability goals, this paper addresses a conceptual and an empirical research gap. This study departs from the empirical example of domestic aviation in Sweden, a topic which is characterized by diverging ideas of sustainability. The polarized idea of sustainability provides a particularly fruitful base to address how ideas of policy coherence impact process and outcomes; by applying a simplified framework of analysis of observed ideational and implementation incoherence. The study finds that formulated coherence on a national level does contribute to perceived clarity of responsibility and cooperation, but that this legitimizes business as usual around ideas of growth and development. On the other hand, ideas regarding incoherence are closely linked to perceptions of justice and fairness in policy processes and ultimately an understanding of outcomes as illegitimate and unfit for rural realities; contributing to our understanding that despite a shared idea of the need for sustainable development certain sustainability policies may still face backlash.