Sustainable Development Paradigm Research Articles

People-centeredness in the context of sustainable development of the country: Issues of cultural policy and ensuring intellectual security

The study attempts to comprehend today notion and paradigm of people-centeredness (anthropocentrism), which shaped today due to the emergence and rapid evolution of sustainable development paradigm, changing all spheres of humanity life. It is shown, in particular, that new anthropocentrism implies new cultural policy, based on intellectual capital protected by intellectual security, gaining increasingly important role.

Sustainable Development Revisited: Rethinking Growth-Centric Paradigms Through the Lens of the Sabbath

This paper argues that the current growth-centric paradigm of sustainable development is fundamentally flawed and proposes a paradigm shift towards the biblical concept of the Sabbath. It critiques the internal contradictions of the SDGs and challenges the unsustainable pursuit of infinite growth in addressing social and ecological crises. By exploring Sabbath's principles of rest, recalibration, and redistribution, the paper offers an ethical foundation for self-limitation and a basis for human identity beyond productivity—addressing the shortcomings of the degrowth movement. It proposes practical applications of Sabbath principles at individual, community, and structural levels, drawing upon empirical examples to demonstrate their potential as pathways to environmental justice. These multi-level applications aim to bridge the gap between the intentions of international agreements and impactful local action. The paper concludes that Sabbath presents a transformative vision for sustainable development and environmental justice, fostering a harmonious relationship between humanity and the planet. Keywords: Sustainability, Development, Sabbath, Degrowth, Capitalism, Environmental Justice, Poverty, Well-being, Ethics, Religion.

Pakistan-US relations: examining sustainable bilateral cooperation via civil society collaboration

Pakistan and the United States (US) have struggled to form mutually beneficial foreign policies that withstand volatile political phases. In the current global context, there is an urgent need for innovative and practical approaches to enrich the field of international relations, allowing policymakers to overcome diplomatic deadlocks. This research examines the potential role of a sustainable development approach with civil society organisations (CSOs) as the implementing instrument of foreign policies. Through case studies of successful CSO initiatives across economic, social, and environmental pillars, specifically covering SDGs 3, 8, 13 and 17, the study observes and empirically examines the multisectoral operations of US-based civil society in Pakistan, highlighting its comprehensive impact on the people as well as uncovering the resilient nature of civil society-led cooperation between states. The research finds that integrating civil society into foreign policy can create resilient and sustainable development-oriented bilateral relations, offering a practical strategy for enhancing collaboration and achieving sustainability. This model presents a pathway for countries to transcend transactional ties and establish lasting, mutually beneficial partnerships. The study also opens doors for further research in IR to welcome the sustainable development paradigm in bilateral studies.

Developing environmental sustainability policy – How financing and subsidies are influencing green innovation in mineral extraction industries in China

Mineral extraction is regarded as a pollution-intensive industry and is confronted with multiple environmental sustainability challenges. This issue poses an existential crisis for mineral extraction due to continued global pressure to adopt more sustainable practices in their functioning. Despite its importance, there is a notable gap in the literature regarding how these companies encounter financial challenges, particularly in the context of high-risk, long development cycles, and the unique double externalities associated with green innovation. This research, leveraging panel data from 2016 to 2023, aims to fill this gap by examining whether Chinese mineral extraction companies demonstrate distinct preferences for specific financing sources and by evaluating the role of government in facilitating their green innovation activities. Our findings indicate that such companies utilize a mix of internal and external financing to support their green innovation projects. It is observed that the influence of external finances channels, namely government subsidies, equity financing and debt financing, on green innovation progressively weakens, a conclusion supported by multiple robustness checks. Furthermore, the study highlights the crucial role of government subsidies in motivating publicly listed companies to enhance their green innovation activities through debt and equity financing, thereby contributing to a more equitable and sustainable development paradigm in the Global South.

Energy efficiency, economic growth, and natural resource rent: A trilemma analysis of environmental sustainability in Africa

Climate change, exacerbated by a global economic model reliant on carbon-intensive industrialization and unchecked growth, disproportionately affects vulnerable regions such as Africa. Therefore, transitioning to an ecologically sustainable development paradigm is imperative for developing countries facing climate disruptions. The current study analyzes the trilemma effect of energy efficiency, economic growth, and total natural resource rent on environmental quality in Africa from 2010 to 2018 using SMB-DEA and PMG ARDL methods. The results are as follows: first, SMB-DEA analysis found traditional and renewable energy efficiency at 89 % and 58 %, respectively, indicating infrastructure and policy deficiencies in optimizing renewables. Second, economic expansion poses significant environmental costs; energy efficiency has an insignificant ameliorating effect on efficiency; and counterintuitively, natural resource rents become less environmentally harmful over time, though remain detrimental in the short term. Third, country-specific analyses presented heterogeneous outcomes, reflecting the complexity of global climate solutions. Fourth, transforming inefficient energy-growth-emission systems onto sustainable trajectories requires 262 % CO2 emission cuts and 46.7 % increased renewables capacity to reach efficiency frontiers. Fifth, Bidirectional causal relationships exist between income, energy efficiency, emissions, and resource rents, mutually influencing one another. These findings support suggestions for upscaling green energy capacity and improving green energy efficiency.

Classification of Sustainable Innovations: Dimensions, Scope and Variations - Multi-Case Study in Civil Construction in The State of Paraíba

Objective: Classify sustainable innovations in the construction industry in the State of Paraíba. Theoretical Framework: Sustainable innovation, its dimensions (product, process, organizational), scope (radical/incremental, proactive/reactive) and variations (integrated, complementary, technological - corrective/preventive, pollution control, cleaner production, environmental technology and environmental - and social - endogenous/exogenous R&D). Method: Descriptive, exploratory study. Conducted in the form of a multiple case study. Data collected through semi-structured interviews, systematic observation and documents analyzed using the content analysis technique. Results and Conclusions: in the product dimension, the innovations were, for the most part, incremental and proactive in scope. And the variation fell into environmental and complementary technology. In the process dimension, they presented incremental and proactive coverage. As for the variation, they presented technological characteristics of cleaner production. In the organizational dimension, they presented radical, incremental, proactive and reactive coverage. Only in Company C did they present characteristics of complementary and endogenous social variation. It can be concluded that the companies investigated are aligned with the sustainable development paradigm, but with incremental predominance. Implications of the Research: The research reinforces the concept of sustainable innovation and its dimensions, variations and scope. Furthermore, it classifies innovations based on several previous researches, compiling them and demonstrating their applications in the practice of construction companies. Originality: The proposed classification of sustainable innovations in the way it was done in this research is considered original, which, in addition to reinforcing previous theoretical studies, makes an empirical application and demonstrates in practice how the theory of sustainable innovation can be verified.

Implementasi Kebijakan Dan Intervensi Politik Terkait Lingkungan Hidup Dalam Pembangunan Berkelanjutan

Sustainable development is a development paradigm that is directly related to the balance of nature or the environment, just as the paradigm of sustainable development is a concept that is accepted as a political agenda of development for all countries in the world where the relationship between economy and ecology is important in the discussion of sustainable development itself. Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs The concept of sustainable development is a necessity to reconcile economic development, quality of life, and the environment in a diverse political framework that is interrelated at the international and global levels. Thus, it can be concluded that the meaning of sustainable development cannot be separated from environmental sustainability. A sustainable environment is expected to support human life. Sustainabledevelopment that is environmentally sound is able to improve the quality of life of present and future generations. Therefore, it is necessary to review the concept of local wisdom that exists in legislation and other Regulations that hierarchically exist under it to close loopholes and fence in such a way that the claims of local wisdom remain sacred and not easily perverted casually by the detractors of commercial economic interests for a moment. On the other hand, it is necessary to be aware of political elites and stakeholders to avoid intervention and political content of decisions taken by the government in intervening in cases of environmental damage under the pretext of natural disasters which are part of the bad side of law enforcement for environmental destruction, especially in the application of Strict Liability without having to prove a mistake.

Влияние программы ООН – Хабитат на практический переход от идеологии массового потребления к устойчивому развитию

The prevalence of hyper-consumption and production within urban settings not only exacerbates environmental pressures but also amplifies social inequalities. With global urbanization rates soaring, a cohesive approach to sustainable urban development and effective monitoring becomes imperative. In this regard, UN-Habitat is a key body that can ensure the transition from the values of the consumer society to the principles of a sustainable society. The aim of the article is to show the importance of UN-Habitat’s activities in the transition from consumer society ideals to an inclusive and sustainable future based on the principles of quality of life, which is stated in the organization’s program documents. By adopting a comprehensive approach, this study examines the influence of UN-Habitat on reshaping the consumer society ideology through analysis of programmatic documents and organizational activities, highlighting its role in fostering a global and municipal perspective on sustainable urban development aligned with principles of enhanced quality of life. The UN-Habitat program plays a crucial role in steering societies away from consumer society ideologies towards sustainable development paradigms, as evidenced by its policy initiatives and programmatic interventions. Its efforts are instrumental in reshaping global and municipal perspectives on urban development, promoting a future marked by improved quality of life and environmental stewardship.

Coherence of socio-cultural processes in the Eurasian space

The study of the evolution of the Eurasian socio-cultural space allows us to reflect the positive and negative aspects and features of the transformation of socio-culture. The aim of the study is to analyze the influence of coherence on the evolution of the Eurasian socio-cultural space, to identify models of sociocultural variability in the context of globalization. The synthesis of a systemic and socio-cultural approach makes it possible to explore the trends of socio-cultural transformation more deeply. It is shown that in the process of evolution of the socio-cultural space of Eurasia, multidirectional lines of development are formed. The socio-cultural system is losing its stability, which leads to disintegration, the formation of new structures that initiate instability and conflict. The emerging models of socioculture reflect the multidirectional trends of integration and differentiation, fixing the problem of preserving local socio cultural originality and identity, maintaining traditional socio-cultural standards. Coherence acts as a system of communication and dialogue of sociocultures, actualizing the perception and recognition of values, interaction, and integration of subcultures. Structures are being developed that are more resistant to innovations and more actively adapt to new conditions. In the process of interaction, a socio-cultural environment is crystallized with a pronounced dominance of the innovative layer in socioculture, rejection of traditions. On the other hand, the need to preserve traditional culture and sociality is determined in local communities. In conditions of modification of the socio-cultural environment, the principle of coherence contributes to the definition of culture and sociality as a local integrated experience, transformed from generation to generation. Coherence serves as a kind of basis for the concept of fixing, integrating historical, traditional, functional, information relations, communications, contributing to the adoption and institution of innovations in conjunction with traditional values. The emerging models of the socio-cultural space reflect the processes of transformation of the life system and lifestyle of local communities, determining the transition from the paradigm of sustainable traditional development to the paradigm of innovative transformations, while preserving traditional values to the utmost.

Does Reduced Space Result in Fewer Rights? Controlled Shrinking in the Urban Renewal of Genoa

This article explores three examples of urban design initiatives in Genoa in an attempt to highlight the potential and possible contradictions that controlled shrinking projects pose for the future of contemporary cities. Genoa, a symbol of Italian shrinking cities, has been strongly defined over the years by post-industrialisation transformations and by long-standing conditions of urban shrinkage. Despite facing continuous shrinkage, local urban development policies have historically focused exclusively on urban growth and expansion. Only recently have some areas in Genoa started to adopt spatial planning experiences that actively pursue degrowth policies, aiming to reduce existing urban fabric and decrease urban density. These initiatives are adopted in specific areas affected by demographic decline, hydrogeological risks, pollution, or catastrophic events. These spatial strategies justify their existence by invoking concepts like smart shrinkage and degrowth, promising improvements in both environmental and social conditions. However, this article notes how these concepts in Genoa are not aligned with the actual social and environmental challenges that these considerations and positions pose. In fact, the urban renewal initiatives introduced by institutions, in reality, lean towards a strategy of shrinkage and demolition of residential complexes, transportation infrastructure, and productive spaces, with diverse and conflicting results. The observed controlled shrinking projects neglect the synthesis of the territory as a palimpsest, ignore new ecological sensitivities, and lack awareness of the social implications associated with the concepts of smart shrinkage and degrowth. Instead, the three instances introduce a spatial project that still adheres to the underlying principles of growth and exploitation, presenting a shrinkage of the existing urban fabric that is mere illusion. It involves clearing out the deteriorated spaces only to fill them with capitalist rhetoric and models that, instead of creating space, undermine fundamental rights. Nonetheless, a closer examination of these three missed opportunities sheds light on the necessary knowledge, actions, and design approaches for a city to navigate urban shrinkage adeptly. This exploration also reveals the potential for the city to transform into a framework and platform, inspiring and guiding new urban planning paradigms for sustainable development.

Pursuing European Green Deal milestones in times of war in Ukraine – a context of energy transition in Poland

Within the sustainable development (SD) paradigm, the European Green Deal (EGD) sets dynamic energy transition goals for the European Union (EU). However, diverse dynamics among member states, exacerbated by events like the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, directly influence this progress. This paper aims to present the energy transition course in EU countries up against the implementation of the objectives of the EGD. This paper conducts a thematic (scoping) literature review and comparative analysis of energy transition progress in all EU countries, concentrating on Poland, which faces unique challenges, including a sluggish pace of energy transition and the effects of the Russian invasion on Ukraine in this regard. Recommendations for Poland include an intensified focus on investments in renewable energy sources (RES) and low-carbon installations. The results demonstrate that collective success in SD necessitates each EU member fulfilling national climate goals, emphasising the need for a unified commitment to navigate complexities and build a sustainable future.

Redefining sustainable urban development: A critical analysis in the wake of COVID‐19

AbstractThis paper critically examines the concept of sustainable development, particularly in the context of urban challenges exacerbated by the COVID‐19 pandemic. Although the concept of sustainable development has been around for more than three decades, it faces ongoing global socio‐environmental crises that have been exacerbated by the rapid spread of COVID‐19 since 2019, which has highlighted the vulnerability of urban and interconnected cities. Our approach includes a comparative literature review to analyze the evolution and critique of sustainable development, focusing on its conceptual foundations, complementary strategies, and political‐economic implications. The paper addresses the urban implications of COVID‐19, emphasizing its direct impact on the Sustainable Development Goals and arguing for a comprehensive reassessment of sustainable urban development practices. We propose a transformative agenda that recognizes local specificities and draws on cities' experiences during the pandemic to build a more equitable and crisis‐resilient global society. This research highlights the urgency to rethink current sustainable development paradigms, especially in light of the human‐environment imbalance and lessons learned from the COVID‐19 crisis. It calls for a reformed global approach that incorporates local dimensions and draws on the experience of cities to address the inequalities and crisis‐prone structures in our societies, with the aim of a fundamental shift toward a more sustainable future in the post‐COVID‐19 era.

Social and Spatial Inequalities during COVID-19: Evidence from France and the Need for a New Sustainable Urban and Regional Development Paradigm

This study examines the impact of social and spatial inequalities on the spread of COVID-19 and the efficacy of lockdown measures in French regions during the third wave (22 March and 3 May 2021), with a focus on population density and poverty. It based on data from French government websites, adopting quantitative methods including the Pearson Coefficient and One-Way ANOVA. The results indicate a significant correlation between population density and COVID-19 deaths in 92 departments (R = 0.695), which is stronger than the correlation between density and infection rates (R = 0.633, p < 0.001). In the 25 most affected departments, this pattern shifts, with a weaker correlation between density and deaths (R = 0.644) compared to density/infections (R = 0.716, p < 0.001). Although insightful, these statistics do not capture regional disparities. A minor correlation between poverty and death rates was recorded in French regions. Spatial observations showed that areas exceeding the national poverty average experienced higher infection/death rates. The lockdowns were effective, leading to a reduction (51.7%) in infections. The present results showed that there is a significant need for a new social contract based on a new urban and regional paradigm focused on socio-spatial equality and Sustainable Development Goals locally and globally, a vital task for policymakers, planners, and researchers.

A Communication-Efficient Federated Learning Framework for Sustainable Development Using Lemurs Optimizer

The pressing need for sustainable development solutions necessitates innovative data-driven tools. Machine learning (ML) offers significant potential, but faces challenges in centralized approaches, particularly concerning data privacy and resource constraints in geographically dispersed settings. Federated learning (FL) emerges as a transformative paradigm for sustainable development by decentralizing ML training to edge devices. However, communication bottlenecks hinder its scalability and sustainability. This paper introduces an innovative FL framework that enhances communication efficiency. The proposed framework addresses the communication bottleneck by harnessing the power of the Lemurs optimizer (LO), a nature-inspired metaheuristic algorithm. Inspired by the cooperative foraging behavior of lemurs, the LO strategically selects the most relevant model updates for communication, significantly reducing communication overhead. The framework was rigorously evaluated on CIFAR-10, MNIST, rice leaf disease, and waste recycling plant datasets representing various areas of sustainable development. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed framework reduces communication overhead by over 15% on average compared to baseline FL approaches, while maintaining high model accuracy. This breakthrough extends the applicability of FL to resource-constrained environments, paving the way for more scalable and sustainable solutions for real-world initiatives.

A holistic approach for performance evaluation of wastewater treatment plants: integrating grey water footprint and life cycle impact assessment.

Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) have positive and negative impacts on the environment. Therefore, life cycle impact assessment (LCIA) can provide a more holistic framework for performance evaluation than the conventional approach. This study added water footprint (WF) to LCIA and defined ϕ index for accounting for the damage ratio of carbon footprint (CF) to WF. The application of these innovations was verified by comparing the performance of 26 WWTPs. These facilities are located in four different climates in Iran, serve between 1,900 and 980,000 people, and have treatment units like activated sludge, aerated lagoon, and stabilization pond. Here, grey water footprint (GWF) calculated the ecological impacts through typical pollutants. Blue water footprint (BWF) included the productive impacts of wastewater reuse, and CF estimated CO2 emissions from WWTPs. Results showed that GWF was the leading factor. ϕ was 4-7.5% and the average WF of WWTPs was 0.6 m3/ca, which reduced 84%, to 0.1 m³/ca, through wastewater reuse. Here, wastewater treatment and reuse in larger WWTPs, particularly with activated sludge had lower cumulative impacts. Since this method takes more items than the conventional approach, it is recommended for integrated evaluation of WWTPs, mainly in areas where the water-energy nexus is a paradigm for sustainable development.

Metaversal sustainability: conceptualisation within the sustainable tourism paradigm

Purpose This paper aims to address the novel phenomenon of tourism in the metaverse and analyse possible scenarios that could influence the resilience of a sustainable tourism paradigm in response to this new phenomenon. Design/methodology/approach Based on Kuhn’s paradigmatic framework, this paper offers an innovative perspective for the integration of new theories and practise-relevant phenomena. It emphasises the relevance and commensurability of different paradigmatic dimensions and outlines the scenarios for the integration of metaversal sustainability. Findings The phenomenon of tourism in the metaverse of the 21st century poses a new challenge to the existing paradigm of sustainable tourism, which traditionally focuses on the economic and ecological sustainability of planet Earth’s physical environment. The adoption of a metaversal sustainability scenario for the virtual and mixed reality is key to a responsible implementation of the paradigm of sustainable tourism development that considers all its environments, whether fantastic or realistic. Research limitations/implications This study has its limitations, as metaversal tourism is still in the experimental phase. A more comprehensive understanding of the metaverse and its terminology is still evolving. There is potential to adapt the sustainable tourism paradigm to new technological environments if the metaverse is recognized as one in the future. Practical implications There are practical implications for tourism policy and practise. Tourism stakeholders need to adapt to the changing tourism landscape by recognising the metaverse as a viable environment committed to sustainable development. This will enable innovative strategies to govern, lead, promote and manage metaversal tourism and ensure that it is in line with the long-term goal of sustainability. Social implications The metaverse holds considerable potential for transforming social perception and behaviour. Integrating the metaverse into the sustainability pillars of the sustainable development paradigm implies a forward-looking approach that takes into account the dynamics of people’s evolving desires and preferences. This inclusion advocates for sustainable development in all environments in which people live and explore. Originality/value This research stands out for its pioneering role in advancing a sustainable tourism paradigm that goes beyond the traditional planetary dimensions. By examining the impact of tourism in the metaverse, it proposes a path towards a more holistic and future-oriented paradigm of sustainable tourism in both the physical and virtual worlds. The coining of the term “metaversal sustainability” contributes to the lexicon of paradigms for both tourism and societal sustainable development.

Strategies and challenges of artificial forest reproduction in the forest-steppe zone: Experience of the Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi forest enterprise branch

One of the key problems that arise in the reproduction of forests in the paradigm of sustainable development of the forest industry is the volume of reforestation, which requires its correlation. This problem requires attention, since effective afforestation and reforestation determine the stability of the ecosystem and the importance of forest resources for the conservation of biodiversity in the forest sector. The purpose of the study is to investigate the features of artificial forest reproduction in the conditions of the forest-steppe climatic and geographical zone. The methodological basis for organising observations included field survey of planting material plots, monitoring the state of crops on the area, conducting analytical substantiation of progressive experience, and evaluating the final results obtained. The study was conducted in the Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi forest enterprise branch of the state enterprise “Forests of Ukraine”. The dynamics of annual volumes of artificial forest reproduction, considering the predominant tree species during 2012-2021, is presented. Additionally, the advantages and disadvantages of transplanting of main and related species in the presented forest conditions were analysed. During this period, there is a fluctuation in the volume of artificial forest reproduction in the forest districts under study. With regard to the transplanting of main and related species, it is worth noting its advantages in ensuring biodiversity and rapid forest regeneration. However, there are disadvantages, such as the possibility of losing genetic diversity and considering local conditions for effective seating. As a result, the study helped to determine the trends and features of forest reproduction in these forest districts, and to note the advantages and disadvantages of transplanting of the main and related breeds in various forest-growing conditions. The enterprise is actively implementing measures for forest reproduction, focusing on intensive planting of forest crops. This is achieved by placing plantations in areas that have been subjected to continuous sanitary and reforestation logging. One of the key tasks of the enterprise is to ensure high productivity of forest crops in the region. For this purpose, significant amounts of reforestation work are carried out, including systematic soil preparation and careful selection of optimal species for specific conditions. Considering the recommendations of forest management, an integrated approach to reforestation is reflected, which ensures sustainable and productive ecosystems in the region. The developed strategies can serve as an important tool for introducing innovations in the field of forestry

Spatio-temporal analysis of ecological service value driven by land use changes: A case study with Danjiangkou, Hubei section

The escalating impacts of human activities on the ecological environment underscore the significance of valuing ecological resources within the paradigm of sustainable development. In this context, the ecological service value (ESV) of the Danjiangkou watershed (Hubei section) was assessed using a revised equivalent factor evaluation method. Additionally, the study determined the human activity intensity (HAI) and employed GeoDetector to delineate the spatial heterogeneity of ESV, thereby investigating the underlying causes. Results show that vegetation coverage attains a high level of 94%, with a minor 1.37% land use change between 2016 and 2020. Secondly, ESV exhibited a substantial variation, rising from 75.55 billion to 79.81 billion yuan, a growth rate of 5.64%. Lastly, the explanatory degree for the synergistic interplay of HAI and expenditure on the spatial variation of ESV surpassed 30%, and the average sensitivity coefficient of up to 0.82 further indicated the apparent impacts of land use and human interference activities on ESV. The study makes an excellent effort to clarify the complex coupling relationships between different land use types and ESV, which could serve as an example and model for other studies in the field.

A Study on Sustainable Design of Traditional Tujia Village Architecture in Southwest Hubei, China

The rapid urbanization in China in the past four decades has significantly affected traditional villages, resulting in a series of problems such as limited space, damaged style, weak sense of place, and loss of skills. This paper aims to establish a new paradigm for the sustainable development of village architecture in the Tujia ethnic area of southwestern Hubei province in order to address the issues of development and renovation of village architecture in this region. To achieve this goal, first, through field investigations and records of typical villages in the Tujia ethnic area of southwestern Hubei province, the characteristics of Tujia ethnic villages and the real challenges faced by village architecture are summarized. Secondly, the Delphi method is used to conduct expert interviews, construct a multi-level evaluation index system for sustainable development, and use the analytic hierarchy process to determine the weights of each index. Based on this, four design paradigms for sustainable development are proposed, including flexible layout, integrated interface composition, localized housing construction, and modular unit construction. These four paradigms cover the entire design stage from function to form, and from overall scene to structure. At the same time, multiple modular options are provided for each stage. Compared to the traditional experience-based construction model, the comprehensive benefits and promotability are greatly improved. Therefore, the research findings provide a reference for the sustainable development of traditional village architecture in other ethnic areas of China.

Ecosystems of smart territories: cartographic and economic analysis tools

In economics, the ecosystem approach becomes the main method of analysing large communities. In this paper, the object of research is the ecosystem of a smart territory (smart ecosystem, i-ecosystem). The subject of the study is economic relations based on the analysis of the results of mapping the ecosystem of a smart territory. We single out economic analysis as the main tool of ecosystem management. The synthesis of mapping the ecosystem of a smart territory and various methods of its analysis allows us to identify key growth points and promising directions of ecosystem dynamics. The problem of the study is the lack of systematization of the directions of ecosystem economic analysis. The purpose of the study is to systematize the directions of economic analysis based on the results of mapping the ecosystem of a smart territory. Logical and systematic methods of research allowed to conduct a content analysis of scientific papers. The research algorithm includes a review of previous studies, formulation of the research problem, systematization of the directions of economic analysis of the ecosystem of a smart territory. The methodological foundation of the research is represented by the system concept, the paradigm of sustainable development, and the ESG approach. The result of the work was a table on the directions of economic analysis of the ecosystem of the smart territory.