Sustainable Development Of Ukraine Research Articles

Evolution of the sustainable development concept in management and its business implementation in Ukraine

The article presents the systematization of the sustainable development concept in management with the differentiation of the next stages as corporate social responsibility, ESG-concept and management on the basis of sustainable development goals achievement. During the research, the dynamics and progress of sustainable development in Ukraine were analysed, challenges in the implementation of sustainable development by organizations were outlined. The practice of sustainable development of national and international organizations is highlighted; recommendations are offered to strengthen the effectiveness of sustainability management, in particular, taking into account the war in Ukraine.

Strengthening the Personnel Potential of Authorities in Ukraine As a Guarantee of Sustainable Development of Society

State management of economic and social processes in the country plays a very important role in its future well-being, which directly depends on the quality of personnel training. Therefore, finding opportunities to improve its educational potential remains relevant for any state. The work was carried out within the framework of Ukraine, taking into account the realities of war. The purpose of the work was to justify the need to strengthen the personnel potential for the qualitative future development of Ukraine, as well as to propose ways to improve the opportunities for personnel training. The main research methods were analysis, deduction, forecasting and abstraction. The work assessed the state and prospects of achieving the goals of sustainable development; indicators characterizing its condition in terms of individual components were provided. It was shown that, due to the onset of a full-scale invasion and the consequences of the COVID-19 crisis, Ukraine has some difficulties in providing opportunities for economic, environmental and social development. As part of the research, an analysis of the causes of Ukraine’s existing development problems in the field of sustainable development was carried out, their generalization was formed, and advice was offered to solve the existing problems. In addition, an assessment of the possibilities of strengthening the personnel potential of the authorities in the country was carried out and methods for achieving this goal were described. The situation of the provision of secondary and higher education in the country, as well as opportunities for improving the qualifications of the personnel potential of authorities, is described in sufficient detail. This work brings new knowledge for the development of the field of education and personnel training. In addition, it makes it possible to better understand the peculiarities of the current state of sustainable development in Ukraine.

Legal basis of defense standardization of the European Union

Legal basis of defense standardization of the European Union

Influence of globalization factors on human development

The article aims to study the impact of globalization on the leading indicators of human development. The essence of «globalization» is clarified, and its content is defined. Sustainable development is crucial for overcoming the consequences of the war and rebuilding Ukraine's regions. It offers a comprehensive approach considering infrastructure, economy, society, and the environment. From an economic point of view, it includes not only economic recovery but also the wise use of resources, ensuring stability and creating new opportunities. To support the population affected by the war, it is essential to consider the social elements of sustainable development. From an environmental perspective, preserving the region's natural resources and ecosystems is necessary. In addition, support and international cooperation are vital to achieving sustainable development in Ukraine. The influence of globalization factors on human development is studied. Various aspects of globalization, such as trade, investment, migration, and technological progress, and their impact on human development indicators, such as income per capita, life expectancy, education level, and access to health care, are analyzed. These elements have been proven to highlight how important it is to adhere to the principles of sustainable development when rebuilding war-affected areas. In the process of Ukraine's recovery, implementing the principles of sustainable development will create a sustainable basis for economic growth and development, improve the population's quality of life, and reduce the risks of recovery. The study is based on data from various sources, including the World Bank, the United Nations, and the International Monetary Fund. It is proved that the successful implementation of the concept of sustainable development in Ukraine requires support and cooperation with other countries. Particular attention should be paid to sustainable development programs directly funded and supported by international organizations and partners, which is an essential element of support for the recovery of war-affected regions of Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of researching the impact of globalization on human development indicators. Keywords: globalization, human development, migration, life expectancy, level of education, health care.

Higher education for sustainable development during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ukraine

The paper presents the analysis of the higher education modernisation for sustainable development in Ukraine regarding goals adopted on global and national levels, pre-pandemic trends and the challenges of 2020. The global experience integrating sustainable development goals into higher education is also a background analysis. Taking into account the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted in 2015 and the national “Concept of environmental education in Ukraine”, adopted in 2001, the article investigates the current trends on macro (the country’s ESD policy), meso (HEIs), and micro (participants of educational process) levels. Particular attention is paid to embedding SDGs in university policy, curriculum, and pedagogy, primarily in training economists. Furthermore, the research focuses on the new challenges of 2020 – the COVID-19 pandemic and digitalization affecting higher education transformation. These drivers cause transformative sustainability teaching-learning practices and social and environmental impacts of digital technologies implementation in Ukraine’s higher teacher and economic education. The research reveals similar trends in higher education modernisation for sustainable development in the world and Ukraine. This theoretical and empirical research is based on the literature review, statistical data and surveys conducted at a national university in 2023. Finally, the research results in suggestions given by Humanities students and faculty members to foster higher education significance in developing environmental knowledge, awareness and culture among professionals and society in the future.

SAFE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY IN CONTEXT IMPLEMENTATION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

The article examines the current state of the formation of the state regulatory system and the problematic issues of ensuring a safe environmental policy in the context of the implementation of the goals of sustainable development in Ukraine in new conditions. The theoretical and methodological provisions were substantiated and the conceptual principles of improving the state regulation of the nature protection system were developed. Environmental safety policy is an important component of state policy in the field of national security. In the context of the implementation of the goals of sustainable development in Ukraine, it is necessary to improve the system of state regulation of the nature protection system. Environmental problems can lead to destabilization of society, disruption of the normal functioning of the economy and deterioration of the quality of life of the population. Therefore, it is important to develop and implement effective measures to ensure environmental safety. The measures proposed by the authors of the article are relevant and can contribute to the improvement of the system of state regulation of the nature protection system in Ukraine.

Розвиток вищої освіти в Києві за часів Української Держави

The purpose of the work is to study and actualize an important, but little-researched aspect of the Ukrainian revolution of 1917-1921 – the development of higher education during the Hetmanate of Pavlo Skoropadskyi. Considering the concentration of higher education institutions in Kyiv at that time, this study is based on the analysis and reconstruction of the development of old and the establishment of new universities in Kyiv during the time of the Ukrainian State. The research methodology is based on the approaches that will give the greatest productivity and have practical significance for today. They include both the general scientific (analysis, deduction, induction, logical, synthesis, etc.) and the special scientific (historical-typological, comparative-historical, problem-chronological, synchronization, etc.) methods. The principles of the research lie in the observance of scientific ethics, maximum objectivity, and scientificity with a popular science approach in presenting the results so that they are understandable to a wide listening audience, taking into account the relevance for these days. The scientific novelty is attributable to the focus on that aspect of the Hetmanate period that has not been thoroughly studied and, at the same time, allows us to give a lot for the present to ensure the further sustainable development of Ukraine as an independent and successful state – in the field of higher education. Information about the higher education institutions that were established or operated in Kyiv under the Hetmanate is presented. Conclusions. Considerable attention of Hetman's government to the development of higher education in Ukraine, particularly the establishment of new institutions of higher education – not only reforming but also powerful financing of higher education – is paid. The thought-out Ukrainization of higher education is confirmed. Also, there is no pressure on higher education institutions and respect for their autonomy. The development of higher education for national minorities was also ensured. All this has important practical significance for modern Ukraine.

ЗЕЛЕНА ТРАНСФОРМАЦІЯ ЕКОНОМІКИ НІМЕЧЧИНИ В СУЧАСНОМУ КОНТЕКСТІ ГЛОБАЛЬНИХ ВИКЛИКІВ

The green transformation represents one of the most ambitious socio-economic and ecological endeavors in the modern world. Germany is a key nation undertaking this economic green transformation. The article’s objective is to analyze the main trends of Germany’s green transformation and to develop a management toolkit for this project. It focuses on the "Energiewende" project, executed by the German government, which encompasses Germany’s comprehensive efforts to shift from fossil fuels to an economy based on renewable energy sources. The article examines socio-political and socio-economic decisions, as well as technological innovations underpinning this movement, including the development of wind and solar power, the integration of energy systems, the modernization of electric transport infrastructure, and the enhancement of Germany’s energy efficiency. It highlights the importance of government policy and legislative initiatives in supporting green transformation and the role of public influence on the project’s implementation. The challenges Germany faces in this green transformation process, such as the need for further investments, network load management, and maintaining energy security, are discussed. Particular emphasis is placed on analyzing the socio-economic impacts of the green transformation, including job creation in the renewable energy sector and effects on traditional energy industries. Recommendations are provided on how this strategy could be adapted in Ukraine, along with potential pathways for international cooperation in this field. To support Germany’s green transformation, an analytical platform for renewable energy management and energy efficiency is being offered. This comprehensive set of tools includes modules such as environmental impact monitoring, energy management, public engagement and education, regulatory compliance, and market trend analysis. The proposed research will be beneficial for the academic and analytical community, international organizations, government and local authorities, and business. Future research prospects include exploring opportunities for adapting Germany’s experience in stimulating state and business initiatives for sustainable development in Ukraine.

Comprehensive study on electric vehicles and infrastructure for sustainable development in Ukraine

Purpose is a comprehensive study of the development of electric cars and related infrastructure for the period from 2010 to 2022 in Ukraine through the prism of global experience. The article studies the current state of development of electric vehicles in Ukraine in the transition from cars with internal combustion engines to electric vehicles. Electric cars in Ukraine are becoming increasingly popular. In terms of growth in sales of electric vehicles, Ukraine is ahead of such developed automotive countries as the United States and Japan. A study of the impact of electric vehicles on the development of related infrastructure in Ukraine has shown that the effective development of electric vehicles in Ukraine requires the creation of a special system for full-scale operation. This process involves car manufacturers, dealers, specialized service stations, manufacturers and installers of charging stations, government and financial institutions that provide additional benefits to owners of electric vehicles, as well as energy companies and battery recycling companies. The issues of ensuring the necessary capacity of electricity supply networks need to be further considered, taking into account the need to create a powerful network of charging stations for electric vehicles. Trends in the development of electric cars show that electric cars not only change the environment, but also create a new ecosystem, form economic models for the future of Ukraine.

Management concept «financial sustainability»: analysis and determination criteria in the conditions of sustainable development of territorial communities

Introduction. An important element of the implementation of the concept of sustainable development in Ukraine and the process of decentralization is the modernization of the financial mechanism and the formation of financially capable territorial communities.
 Purpose. The purpose of the article is to research theoretical approaches to the definition of criteria and methods of analysis of financial stability as the main concept of management of territorial communities in conditions of sustainable development.
 Methods. To achieve this, general scientific and special research methods are used: analysis and synthesis, comparison and generalization, structural-logical, economic- mathematical and coefficient analysis.
 Results. The proposed methodology for analyzing the financial stability of territorial communities covers two components: assessment of the level of financial stability, which involves the calculation of relative and absolute indicators and comparison of assets and sources of their financing; the analysis of the financial stability reserve involves the determination of the safety zone, financial and operational leverage, and the critical scope of implementation. The algorithm for determining the financial stability of a territorial community includes the use of a balance sheet model of financial equilibrium, the definition of a three-component indicator, and the finding of optimal degrees of coverage of sources of financial support. Attention is focused on the need to choose coefficients that best characterize individual features of the activity of a specific business entity.
 Prospects. Financial stability, in addition to quantitative indicators of financial activity, has a significant impact on qualitative characteristics such as: professionalism of management personnel, quality production or provision of services, image on the market, satisfaction of employees and consumers with the quality of life, implementation of innovative ways of attracting various sources of financial resources, etc. the analysis of which requires the use of other research methods, which will be the subject of our further research.

The right to free development of your personality: concept and content

The right to free development of your personality: concept and content

Insight into the Digital Health System of Ukraine (eHealth): Trends, Definitions, Standards, and Legislative Revisions.

This article aims to provide an in-depth examination of the digital health system of Ukraine, focusing on the emerging trends, precise definitions, established standards, and recent legislative revisions that shape the practice and implementation of eHealth solutions within the country. The digital health landscape in Ukraine has witnessed significant transformations, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent military conflicts. These events have catalyzed the expansion of telemedicine services, leading to innovative approaches in healthcare delivery. The national strategy underscores the necessity for human-centric and accessible telemedicine, reinforced by technological neutrality, and harmonization with global standards. A review of the current literature, national strategies, and legal documents was conducted, alongside an analysis of data usage and service provision patterns in various Ukrainian regions. Participation in the "Science for Safety and Sustainable Development of Ukraine" competition facilitated project initiatives like the development of a cloud-based platform for patient-centered telerehabilitation for oncology patients. The utilization of telemedicine has significantly increased in conflict-affected regions, demonstrating the need for, and the effective deployment of, digital health strategies under crisis conditions. Private health facilities and entrepreneurs have been pivotal in the provision of telemedicine services. Legislative efforts have been geared toward framing telemedicine as an integral component of the national eHealth system, ensuring interoperability, and aligning with international standards and the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). The findings underscore the resilience and adaptability of the Ukrainian healthcare system in the face of adversity. There is a clear trend towards a more integrated, patient-focused, and technologically advanced healthcare model, aligning with international trends and prioritizing public health goals over private profits. This progress, however, is contingent upon continuous development, investment in technological infrastructure, and legislative support to sustain and advance digital health initiatives.

Sustainable development of Ukraine as a combination of social, economic and environmental components: structural econometric model of three-pillar approach

The combination of the economic, social and environmental issues of the country-level development in the case of Ukraine requires modernization of the national economic system and permanent deep institutional reforms. These measures should be aimed at forming a diverse, competitive and socially oriented post-industrial economy capable of ensuring sustainable development. To ensure the improvement of the management of Ukraine’s sustainable development strategy, structural (simultaneous) model is proposed, based on three endogenous (namely GDP as economic variable, income per household as social variable and the expenses for the environmental protection as environmental variable) and seven exogenous variables. Such an approach makes it possible to investigate the interdependence between variables. Model parameters estimates were calculated with the two-step least squares method. A forecast of the development of the main indicators characterizing the economic, social and environmental components of development at the country level was also estimated. For Ukraine in 2021, according to the forecast based on the structural model, the economic and environmental components will have positive dynamics and rapid growth, while the social component will develop, but more stably and without rapid growth.

STRATEGIC ASPECTS OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS: THE REGIONAL DIMENSION

The actualization and practical implementation of the concept of sustainable development in Ukraine began after 2015, when our country officially joined the global process of ensuring the Sustainable Development Goals. The purpose of the article is to study the place of local self-government in the financial support of the strategy for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals of Ukraine in the context of limited budgetary resources and decentralization. In the course of the analysis of the strategic role of local self-government in the financial support of the Sustainable Development Goals of Ukraine, it is found that municipal authorities, whose financial resources account for 35.0% of public finances, are responsible for achieving strategic objectives in the context of 7 Goals (41.2%). In order to assess the strategic potential of financial support for the Sustainable Development Goals at the regional level, the author proposes a methodological approach that takes into account the Pearson’s pairwise correlation coefficients. In this case, the values are taken that show a high density of stochastic relationship between the relevant indicator of formation and distribution of financial resources of local budgets and the indicator of the Sustainable Development Goals. There should also be an unidirectionality of Pearson’s coefficients with the intended purpose of the indicator. The progress in achieving the strategic objective (sub-objective) is based on the indicators with the highest correlation coefficients. It is substantiated that significant progress was made at the regional level in 2015-2021 with regard to Goal 17 «Partnership for Sustainable Development», since positive trends in the dynamics of 55% of the indicators of strategic objectives («sub-goals») were recorded. The author’s further research will focus on assessing progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Ukraine, the financial support of which is the responsibility of local self-government bodies, especially in the context of martial law.

Investigating the Role of Innovation in Inclusive and Sustainable Development in Ukraine and South Korea

While other studies have analysed the problems of innovation and innovative development at the global level or for some specific countries or enterprises, this study provides a comparison of publication activity in the sphere of innovation and innovative development in two countries with different levels of economic and sustainable industrial development. This study investigates publications on the innovation and innovative development problems regarding sustainable industrial development in Ukraine and South Korea. A bibliometric study was conducted. The data were collected from the SciVal platform. The authors used the modern techniques and procedures of bibliometric analysis and data visualisation. The results show that (1) South Korea demonstrates higher publication activity on innovation and innovative development than Ukraine; (2) in the articles, authors of both countries highlight the problem of increasing innovative activity; (3) authors from South Korea form a denser network of relationships with authors from other countries; (4) in both cases, the leading cluster formed around the keyword “innovation”; and (5) for Ukraine and South Korea, innovative activities are connected with sustainable development. This study combines qualitative and quantitative research methods. It was carried out in two phases: data preparation and data analysis, using the techniques and procedures of bibliometrics. The results demonstrate the importance of the publication of scientific papers on the effects of a country’s innovative activities to raise public awareness, foster the country’s innovation, and thus stimulate sustainable development.

IMPLEMENTATION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TOURIST SERVICES IN THE DIGITAL SOCIETY IN UKRAINE

This research examines the important relationship between the sustainability of tourism enterprises in the field of digital innovation, principles of sustainability and participation of tourism enterprises in sustainable development with business performance.The main goal of this research is to analyse the compliance of the Sustainable Development Goals in the activities of the entities of the tourism industry of Ukraine in the conditions of the modern digital development of society. The purpose of the study is closely related to the development of effective tools for sustainable development in Ukraine with an emphasis on finding a balance between the policy of sustainable development and the needs of the tourism business. The main results of the study should include the formation of problematic aspects and perspectives of the work of tourism companies in Ukraine at the current stage of the development of the digital society. The problems faced by enterprises in the tourism sector are highlighted and ways of sustainable tourism that can contribute to economic and social development in the conditions of the post-war development of the country's economy are identified. A graph-analytical analysis of the compliance of the Goals of sustainable development in the work of the tourism industry of Ukraine was carried out. Appropriate ways were formed to eliminate problems and form prospects for the development of the country's tourism industry in the conditions of its post-war development. The main conclusions on the topic of this study were formed, which include the importance of a balance between sustainable tourism practices, digital innovations and business needs to achieve the goals of sustainable development in Ukraine.

Reporting on sustainable development in the context of corporate social responsibility

Strengthening the social responsibility of business entities and increasing the level of busi­ness information transparency requires repor­ting on the dynamics of the economic, ecolo­gical, social and other aspects of its influence on the course of social and economic processes of social development based on the conduct of busi­ness activities. The aim of the article is to high­light the current trends and perspectives of companies reporting on sustainable develop­ment in the context of the implementation of ESG strategies in process of global challenges. To achieve it, systemic and institutional approaches have been used; dialectical, analytical, synthesis and comparative methods; method of genera­lizations, unity of historical and logical appro­aches. It was revealed that in Ukraine, the pro­vision of sustainable development is at the stage of formation and standardization in the imple­mentation context of EU legislation. Features of sustainable development reporting for Ukrai­nian companies included information on the impact of war on their activities and contribution to overcoming social, humanitarian and environ­mental consequences during the period of 2022. It has been established that the organization and maintenance of effective non-financial reporting is an important prerequisite for providing infor­mation about the impact of companies’ activities on the economy, ecology and society in general through informing about the implementation of sustainable development goals. The spread of the practice of reporting on sustainable development in Ukraine requires the improvement of theore­tical, conceptual and methodological approaches to justify the directions of disclosure of the specified information by companies in the context of the European integration of our country.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SOCIETY

Today, humanity is at a stage where further development is possible only if economic, environmental and social factors are effectively combined to ensure sustainable development of the society. Their implementation largely depends on the available financial resources. The COVID-19 pandemic and the russian federation’s war against Ukraine have increased the risk of a divergence between the developed and developing countries. The article notes that there are various forms of sustainability, including environmental (biodiversity conservation), economic (achieving a balance between the economic efficiency of enterprises and environmental issues) and social (ensuring social justice). The factors that have led to an increase in the financing gap for sustainable development goals are outlined: a decline in income in developing countries; an increase in public spending in these countries. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the russian-Ukrainian war on the financial development of countries is determined. It is established that in order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, developing countries need additional funding, which can come from four sources: domestic public resources (or revenues), international public resources, domestic private resources or international private resources. Sources of external financing include international trade, foreign direct investment and other private flows (from businesses and individuals), international financial and technical cooperation, and external debt. One of the priority domestic sources of financing is tax revenues. Combating tax evasion and illicit financial flows is also important. Factors to facilitate the strategic planning and financing for sustainable development at the national and regional levels in Ukraine include: developing an integrated national financial system; conducting a rapid integrated assessment of the inclusion of sustainable development goals in national and subnational planning; reviewing of all current methods of financing sustainable development; and assessing the system of budgeting for sustainable development. The paper also reflects the key points of the EBA's research on sustainable development in Ukraine.

Organizational and legal provision of the control function of the local self-government body in conditions of sustainable development

The article discusses the issue of organizational and legal support of the control function of the local self-government body in the conditions of sustainable development in Ukraine. The functions of local self-government in Ukraine were outlined. The essence of the control function of local self-government bodies has been studied. The authors performed an analysis of the legislation defining the control powers of local self-government bodies and carried out its relationship with the goals of sustainable development. The purpose of this article is to define and characterize the control function of the local self-government body and its relationship with the goals of sustainable development. Various methods were used in the article, namely: historical method, method of documentary analysis, formal-legal, system-structural. Thus, with the help of the system-structural method, information on the relationship between the legally defined functions of local self-government bodies and the goals of sustainable development was systematized, which contributed to increasing the complexity, systematicity and completeness of the research. Thanks to this, it was possible to conclude that after the reform of the local self-government institute, which consisted in decentralization, the local self-government bodies gained additional control powers, which, as a result, strengthened sustainable development in the localities.

The right to an enabling environment in the system of public interests of the territorial community within the implementation of the sustainable development goals

The purpose of the research was to study the essence of the right to an enabling environment in the system of public interests of a territorial society, within the framework of the implementation of the strategy for Sustainable Development in Ukraine. As the main content it is known that the national security strategy of Ukraine identifies corruption among the current and planned threats, which prevents the Ukrainian economy from depressing, makes its sustainable and dynamic growth impossible and, as a result, fuels the criminal environment. The methodological basis of the research is presented as comparative-legal and systematic analysis, formal-legal method, method of interpretation, hermeneutic method, as well as methods of analysis and synthesis. The obtained results allow concluding that, the effectiveness of legal regulation of the implementation and protection of the right to a favorable environment should be directed to the implementation of environmental and economic functions of the state and, fundamentally, to strict adherence to national environmental safety standards.