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Journal articles on the topic "Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives"

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Hairon Azhar, Natasya Nabilla, Desmond Teck-Chye Ang, Rosazlin Abdullah, Jennifer Ann Harikrishna, and Acga Cheng. "Bio-Based Materials Riding the Wave of Sustainability: Common Misconceptions, Opportunities, Challenges and the Way Forward." Sustainability 14, no. 9 (2022): 5032. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su14095032.

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Solid waste disposal, particularly of plastic and rubber, significantly impacts the environment and human health; thus, encouraging consumers to u sustainable alternatives is essential to ensure a resilient future. In recent decades, bio-based material research has primarily focused on bioplastics and, accordingly, current knowledge of alternative sustainable materials (such as biorubber) is fragmented, with consumer misconceptions posing a key challenge. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of bio-based materials, in addition to common misconceptions about them. Th
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Shanmugam, Kirubanandan, P. Dhanasekaran, and V. Santhosh. "Utilization of Nanocellulose as an Eco-friendly Sustainable Nanomaterial for Potential Pathway to Circular Economy and Sustainability." Scientific and Social Research 6, no. 10 (2024): 10–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.26689/ssr.v6i10.8165.

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The development of sustainable packaging materials has been a major challenge in the packaging industry. The recyclability of nanocellulose plays an important role in promoting sustainability and the advancement of a circular economy through the provision of renewable and eco-friendly feedstocks as alternatives to traditional materials. This paper aims to highlight the challenges and opportunities presented by nanocellulose as a sustainable and multifunctional packaging material. In addition, this paper discusses the current state of the art of nano cellulose and nano inorganics as sustainable
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K.B., Mahadevaswamy. "A STUDY ON TOURISM AND SUSTAINABLE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGES AND ALTERNATIVES." Shanlax International Journal of Arts, Science and Humanities 6, S2 (2019): 151–55. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3047129.

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<em>The Tourism&rsquo;s capacity to create jobs and stimulate economic development has been especially important for rural areas, where most of the world&rsquo;s poor live and where there are often few other development options. Nevertheless, as is the case for any economic sector, tourism brings certain challenges and responsibilities that must be addressed if it is to grow sustainably. As is the case for all economic sectors, if not properly planned and managed, tourism growth entails certain risks and challenges for the environment within which it operates. It is well-documented that mishan
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Oliveira, Barbara Corral e., Mariana Goes Santos, and Ligia Duarte Guerra. "Sustainable International Logistics: Sustainable Alternatives Applied in the Maritime Modal." EnGeTec em Revista 1, no. 8 (2024): e362. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13333759.

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This article discusses international logistics, sustainable practices in the logistics context, and maritime transportation. Initially, we present international logistics as the strategic management of product flow and highlight the importance of this approach in a global scenario. Next, we explore the concept of sustainable logistics, emphasizing the need to reduce environmental impact in the transportation of goods. Regarding maritime transportation, we seek to understand its historical evolution and its relevance in the modern economy, considering its efficiency and global coverage in cargo
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Onkar, Jogdand* and Sandip Gavhane**. "Environmental Impact of Plaster of Paris Idols: Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives." Fish world a monthly magazine 2, no. 1 (2025): 101–3. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14764922.

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The immersion of Plaster of Paris (PoP) idols during religious festivities has significant environmental repercussions, particularly for aquatic ecosystems. This study explores the impact of PoP idol immersion on water quality and aquatic life, highlighting the toxicity of materials such as heavy metals in synthetic paints and non-biodegradable PoP. Laboratory tests compared water quality parameters before and after immersion, demonstrating increased pollution levels. The study concludes with recommendations for eco-friendly practices to balance cultural traditions with environmental preservat
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Mustafa Omer, Abdeen. "Sustainable Energy: Challenges of Implementing New Technologies." Sumerianz Journal of Scientific Research, no. 41 (February 18, 2021): 8–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.47752/sjsr.41.8.24.

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Sudan is an agricultural country with fertile land, plenty of water resources, livestock, forestry resources, and agricultural residues. Energy is one of the key factors for the development of national economies in Sudan. An overview of the energy situation in Sudan is introduced with reference to the end uses and regional distribution. Energy sources are divided into two main types; conventional energy (biomass, petroleum products, and electricity); and non-conventional energy (solar, wind, hydro, etc.). Sudan possesses a relatively high abundance of sunshine, solar radiation, and moderate wi
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Takacs-Gyorgy, Katalin. "CHALLENGES, CHANCES, ALTERNATIVES FOR SMES AND THE THEORY OF „DEGROWTH"." Annals of the Polish Association of Agricultural and Agribusiness Economists XIX, no. 2 (2017): 245–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0010.1204.

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To be successful strategic thinking from SMEs is required, they have to give appropriate answers to the changes that fit and serve the sustainable economy. It is characteristic that SMEs concentrate mainly on surviving and on daily stability, yet – despite of the frequently mentioned idea – they realize the necessity of renewal, and they are fond of innovation. The question arose: what kind of business model do we need. Future means that the reappraisal of the values based on trust, reallocation of resources, social relationships, restructuring factors of production, localization, reuse and re
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Zikria, V., Y. Annisa, D. Hayati, Muftijar, Nasrullah, and M. Furqan. "Prioritizing sustainable alternatives for managing agricultural harvest waste in Aceh Besar." IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 1510, no. 1 (2025): 012049. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/1510/1/012049.

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Abstract This study investigates sustainable alternatives for managing agricultural harvest waste in Aceh Besar, focusing on environmentally beneficial practices within local agriculture. To address the challenges of agricultural waste, this research evaluates eight alternatives: composting or organic fertilizer production, biopesticide or herbicide creation, fuel development from agricultural waste, natural fiber extraction, food product development, livestock feed, biochar for soil recovery, and the use of waste as raw materials for health and cosmetic products. Utilizing a structured decisi
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Andrade, Tiago Negrão de, Macedo Brant Ribeiro; Cynthia, Ayres Rossini; Guilherme, et al. "PROTEINS OF THE FUTURE: NAVIGATING THE CROSSROADS OF SUSTAINABILITY AND MARKET VIABILITY IN MEAT ALTERNATIVES." Revistaft 28, no. 134 (2024): 98 a 99. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11130598.

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The escalating demand for protein due to population growth has intensified the focus on sustainable alternatives to traditional meat. In the context of environmental sustainability, protein sources such as plant-based meat analogs, edible insects, and cultured meat are gaining traction. Systematic reviews and evaluations have highlighted that while traditional livestock-derived proteins offer high palatability and nutrition, they pose significant sustainability challenges due to extensive land, water, and resource usage. Despite the potential of alternative proteins to address food security an
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Perera, Kalpani Y., Amit K. Jaiswal, and Swarna Jaiswal. "Biopolymer-Based Sustainable Food Packaging Materials: Challenges, Solutions, and Applications." Foods 12, no. 12 (2023): 2422. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/foods12122422.

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Biopolymer-based packaging materials have become of greater interest to the world due to their biodegradability, renewability, and biocompatibility. In recent years, numerous biopolymers—such as starch, chitosan, carrageenan, polylactic acid, etc.—have been investigated for their potential application in food packaging. Reinforcement agents such as nanofillers and active agents improve the properties of the biopolymers, making them suitable for active and intelligent packaging. Some of the packaging materials, e.g., cellulose, starch, polylactic acid, and polybutylene adipate terephthalate, ar
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Dissertations / Theses on the topic "Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives"

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Vorster, Jacobus Adriaan. "Sustainable cooling alternatives for buildings." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/4114.

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Thesis (MScEng (Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering))--University of Stellenbosch, 2010.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The thesis was initiated by a Consulting Engineering Company (KV3) as a research project to investigate various options in which the efficiency and energy utilisation of conventional air conditioning systems may be enhanced by using alternative and renewable energy. Initially, eight options had been identified and through a process of determining the degree of commercialisation the alternative options were reduced to three. These options, referred to as the sustainable cooling
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Collazo, Patricia, Anita Radu, and Berglund Mikaela. "Sustainable Marketing : Challenges faced when implementing sustainable marketing strategies." Thesis, Linnéuniversitetet, Institutionen för marknadsföring (MF), 2020. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:lnu:diva-97836.

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Purpose: There is an increasing interest in sustainability, literature testifies that more and more customers are requesting sustainable products. This increasing request impacts companies that are therefore forced not only to provide sustainable alternatives but also turn their business into a more sustainable one. Due to the relatively newness of this topic there is a need to investigate how sustainable marketing strategies impact companies in the business-to-business sector. This paper is a single case study that presents how an international business-to business company is implementing sus
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Robèrt, Markus. "Company incentives and individual preferences towards sustainable travel alternatives." Licentiate thesis, KTH, Infrastructure, 2003. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:kth:diva-1659.

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<p>Since the acceptance of changing travel habits is a matterof subjective preferences and individual values, the questionof how to make individuals voluntarily choose new travelalternatives is not straightforward. In this study we focus onan office district called Nacka Strand outside Stockholm, wherecompanies tried to implement new and more efficientalternatives to personal travel. The aim is to reduce bothemissions and costs from personal travel, in parallel with anincreased utility among the employees. The idea is that theemployees shall be encouraged, not enforced to change travelpatterns
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Cheng, Karen S. M. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. "Sustainable packaging approaches for current waste challenges." Thesis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2019. https://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/122336.

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Thesis: S.M. in Engineering and Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, System Design and Management Program, 2019<br>Cataloged from PDF version of thesis.<br>Includes bibliographical references (pages 61-65).<br>Packaging plays an essential role in protecting a product from damage, attracting consumers to purchase a product, and facilitating storage and consumption. Yet its appreciation and value is quickly eroded once the product is purchased and/or consumed and the package becomes waste. With the passing of China's National Sword policy in 2018, post-consumer materials recycling
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Thomas, Memuriyil Mathai. "Grade retention: Issues, legislative actions, administrative challenges, alternatives and long-term effects." Scholarly Commons, 2001. https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/uop_etds/2566.

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Purpose . The purpose of this study was to determine (a) the perceptions of teachers concerning the desirability and effectiveness of selected alternatives to social promotion and grade retention, (b) the perceptions of elementary school principals toward selected alternatives to social promotion and grade retention, and (c) compare the differences and similarities of perceptions of teachers and elementary school principals toward selected alternatives to social promotion and grade retention. The rationale for this investigation was derived from empirical research demonstrating retention's neg
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Smith, Mark Craig. "Challenges in Achieving Sustainable Transport Through Spatial Planning." Thesis, University of Liverpool, 2009. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.507794.

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Zharova, L. V., and N. V. Eremeeva. "Indicators of sustainable development: contemporary trends and challenges." Thesis, Sumy State University, 2016. http://essuir.sumdu.edu.ua/handle/123456789/48806.

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Indicators that characterize social processes are based on statistical data, and used in assessment the efficiency of activity, identification of causal relationships in the decision- making process. The beginning of sustainability measuring practice was marked by the appeal of the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment, 1971, to prepare periodic international, regional, and subregional reports on ―the state of, and outlook for, the environment‖ (UNEP, 1972).
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Bell, James, and Jelmer Stellingwerf. "Sustainable Entrepreneurship : The Motivations and Challenges of Sustainable Entrepreneurs in the Renewable Energy Industry." Thesis, Högskolan i Jönköping, Internationella Handelshögskolan, 2012. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:hj:diva-18608.

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Sustainability and sustainable development is slowly gathering momentum in public discourse, and greater attention and reverence in academic research. While there still appears to be no consensus defining sustainability, which has lead to hampered discussion, this should not impede nor hinder a greater call for dialogue of how to ultimately change the world, and for the global economy to consider what type of individual will address environmental and social issues simultaneously. We consider ‘traditional’ entrepreneurship still necessary and vital to the continuing development of disruptive in
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Poddighe, Francesca <1996&gt. "The role of civil society in proposing sustainable alternatives to BRI projects." Master's Degree Thesis, Università Ca' Foscari Venezia, 2022. http://hdl.handle.net/10579/21188.

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In 2013, China launched what now is considered to be the largest infrastructure and development plan in human history, The Belt and Road Initiative. This ambitious project aims to increase connectivity and trade among countries. However, many researchers across the globe worry about the negative implications it has on the environment and local communities. Specifically, BRI terrestrial and maritime corridors overlap with many critical areas for biodiversity conservation and people's social and economic benefits. Environmental and social planning will play a fundamental role to ensure a green d
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McKenna, Juanita Christine. "Sustainable ethnic tourism in northern Thailand, challenges and strategies." Thesis, National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada, 1999. http://www.collectionscanada.ca/obj/s4/f2/dsk1/tape10/PQDD_0021/MQ46988.pdf.

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Books on the topic "Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives"

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Fund, Saskatchewan Agriculture Development, and Canadian Centre for Sustainable Agriculture., eds. Exploring sustainable alternatives (conference). Agriculture Development Fund, 2001.

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Fessenden, MacDonald June, and National Agricultural Biotechnology Council (U.S.), eds. Biotechnology and sustainable agriculture: Policy alternatives. National Agricultural Biotechnology Council, 1989.

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Arvidsson, Susanne, ed. Challenges in Managing Sustainable Business. Springer International Publishing, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-93266-8.

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Bery, Suman, Kapil Kapoor, and Jean-Louis Arcand, eds. Navigating Challenges for Sustainable Growth. Springer Nature Singapore, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-7894-2.

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Trainer, F. E. The conserver society: Alternatives for sustainability. Zed Books, 1995.

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International, Conference on Systems Research Informatics and Cybernetics. Sustainable development and global community.: Challenges of sustainable development ... International Institute for Advanced Studies in Systems Research and Cybernetics, 2005.

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Agaiby, Sherif, and Piergiorgio Grasso, eds. Engineering Challenges for Sustainable Underground Use. Springer International Publishing, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-61636-0.

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Palo, Matti, and Gerardo Mery, eds. Sustainable Forestry Challenges for Developing Countries. Springer Netherlands, 1996. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-1588-6.

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Pharino, Chanathip. Challenges for Sustainable Solid Waste Management. Springer Singapore, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-4631-5.

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World Bank. Agriculture and Rural Development Dept., ed. Sustainable pest management: Achievements and challenges. World Bank, Agriculture and Rural Development [Dept.], 2005.

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Book chapters on the topic "Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives"

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Samling, Clare Lizamit. "Environmental Migration: A Challenge for Sustainable Development." In Environment, Development and Sustainability in India: Perspectives, Issues and Alternatives. Springer Singapore, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6248-2_10.

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Baumann, Mirjam, Iljana Schubert, and Andrea Del Duce. "Empowering Sustainable Tourism Mobility Through Multimodal Transportation in Rural Areas." In Lecture Notes in Mobility. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-85578-8_10.

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Abstract The mobility sector is a major contributor to climate change in Switzerland which is mostly due to its high reliance on private passenger cars. While initiatives, policies and alternative mobility solutions aimed at promoting car reduction are growing in urban areas, rural regions, which face unique challenges due to higher car dependency and limited alternatives, are lagging behind. This paper investigates current mobility behaviour, needs, and attitudes towards new mobility services in rural regions focusing on the Swiss touristic region of Toggenburg. A survey conducted among touri
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Ruzindana, Ernest, Federica Gaspari, Erneste Ntakobangize, et al. "Open Data Addressing Challenges Associated with Informal Settlements in the Global South." In Sustainable Development Goals Series. Springer International Publishing, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-05182-1_2.

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AbstractThe United Nations estimates that 3 billion people living in urban contexts will need adequate and affordable housing by 2030. We urgently need alternative perspectives and methodologies for urban development that are environmentally sustainable and inclusive of the local community. This chapter illustrates the design and results of projects carried out by YouthMappers in Rwanda, Italy, and Kenya, focused on informal settlements in the Global South and the value of geospatial data for addressing SDG 1 No Poverty and SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.
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Faraji Abdolmaleki, Shoeib, Yesodharan Vaisakh, and Pastora Maria Bello Bugallo. "Bring Joy to Gamers: Adding Renewable Energy Alternative through Sustainable Development Indicators." In Gaming, Simulation and Innovations: Challenges and Opportunities. Springer International Publishing, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-09959-5_1.

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Nwankwo, Chinyere O., and Jeffrey Mahachi. "Bio-Based Polymer Composites Used in the Building Industry: A Review." In Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-69626-8_71.

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AbstractMaterial development science in the construction industry is saddled with the responsibility of seeking alternative materials that can alleviate the reliance on virgin resources, reduce the energy use associated with building material production, mitigate the pollution associated with the disposal of building materials, and ultimately foster a more sustainable environment. In recent years, fibre-reinforced polymer composites have garnered attention across diverse sectors like automobiles, consumer products, transportation, packaging, and construction. However, bio-based alternatives to
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Kothari, Ashish. "In Search of Alternatives to Development: Learning from Grounded Initiatives." In EADI Global Development Series. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-30308-1_4.

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AbstractAcross the world, overwhelming evidence of the ecological unsustainability and social injustice of the current path of development has led to a range of responses. Substantial efforts have been made by various governments, corporations, and civil society towards ‘greening’ the economy, elaborating on, and attempting to adopt, principles of ‘sustainable development’. The most ambitious of these has been the 2015 agreement amongst countries to adopt the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, people’s movements across the world question these approaches as not being systemic enoug
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Cheng, Runhe, and Jinxiang Cheng. "Environmental Impact Assessment of Watershed Plan Under the “Three Lines and One List” Environmental Governance." In Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering. Springer Nature Singapore, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6138-0_98.

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AbstractRapid and large-scale watershed development activities have imposed tremendous challenges to the sustainable development while driving economic prosperity in the areas along the watershed in China. Improving effectiveness of environmental impact assessment (EIA) of watershed planning has become a top priority for river ecological civilization. In this regard, the “three lines and one list” (TLOL) environmental governance, was proposed in the latest Chinese environmental management policy, consisting of an ecological conservation red line, an environmental quality bottom line and a reso
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Malekmohammadi, K., A. Moncada, and I. P. Damians. "Concrete arches and reinforced soil: a sustainable alternative structure for road bridges." In Geotechnical Engineering Challenges to Meet Current and Emerging Needs of Society. CRC Press, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.1201/9781003431749-102.

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Richez-Battesti, Nadine, and Mariagrazia Cairo Crocco. "Grassroots Utopias in Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE)." In CIRIEC Studies Series. CIRIEC, 2024. https://doi.org/10.25518/ciriec.css6chap4.

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From association to multi-stakeholder organizations, new organizational models and forms of work are emerging as objects that hold out the promise of emancipation from, and alternatives to neoliberalism. They constitute workplaces with a utopian aim - often in the context of social micro-experiments - which reflect a specific relationship with a particular territory. From this perspective, how can we observe and analyze these new forms of work both from the point of view of the organizations that support them and the meaning of the work associated with them, at both the organizational level an
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Asiamah, T. A., G. Tettey, D. Boyetey, and I. Abekah-Koomson. "Alternative Solution to the Darkness: Opportunities and Challenges of Renewable Energy Technology for Non-electrified Farming Communities." In Sustainable Education and Development—Clean Energy. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65357-5_33.

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Conference papers on the topic "Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives"

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Spatolisano, Elvira, Federica Restelli, and Laura A. Pellegrini. "Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers: comparing alternatives through H2 equivalent analysis." In The 35th European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering. PSE Press, 2025. https://doi.org/10.69997/sct.157953.

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Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHCs) represent a promising solution for the efficient transport and storage of hydrogen, addressing critical challenges associated with its low volumetric density and safety concerns in gaseous and liquefied forms. LOHCs are oil-like substance, capable of reversibly binding and releasing hydrogen through catalytic hydrogenation and dehydrogenation. Hydrogenation is performed where renewable energy is extensively available: at the loading terminal, green H2 is produced and is chemically bonded to the LOHC molecule. In this way, the hydrogenated molecule is tr
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Baibhav, Vibhu, Daniel Florez Orrego, Pullah Bhatnagar, and Fran�ois Mar�chal. "Process integration and waste valorization for sustainable biodiesel production toward a transportation sector energy transition." In The 35th European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering. PSE Press, 2025. https://doi.org/10.69997/sct.147707.

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Fossil fuel reliance in the transportation sector remains a leading contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, underscoring the urgent need for renewable alternatives like biodiesel. Derived from renewable feedstocks, biodiesel can reduce emissions, enhance energy independence, and support rural economies. However, its production faces challenges such as low energy efficiency, process optimization barriers, and the limited utilization of byproducts like glycerol, which elevate costs and hinder large-scale adoption. This study addresses these challenges by developing an integrated framewor
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de Pedro, John Paul Q., Rhem Leoric C. Dela Cruz, Cheryl Lyne C. Roxas, and Jason Maximino C. Ongpeng. "Integrating Multicriteria Decision Analysis in a Sustainable Shelter Design Selection." In IABSE Symposium, Tokyo 2025: Environmentally Friendly Technologies and Structures: Focusing on Sustainable Approaches. International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE), 2025. https://doi.org/10.2749/tokyo.2025.1751.

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&lt;p&gt;Post-disaster shelters play a crucial role in the recovery of the victims of calamities. As such, shelter design guidelines focus on these sustainability criteria: environmental, economic, and technical. However, concurrent consideration of these criteria in the design poses a challenge in the decision- making. To address this, multicriteria decision analysis (MCDA) was employed to aid decision- makers in selecting alternatives by considering these criteria simultaneously. In this work, an MCDA framework for shelter designs was developed to help choose the design to be constructed. Th
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Alhusayni, Musab, Abdulelah Mehlisi, Mohammed Kanwi, Mohammad Alazzeh, Bandar Al Shammari, and Khaled Dubayan. "Transitioning towards FRP Manhole Covers. A Case Study and Success Story on an Urban Scale." In MECC 2023. AMPP, 2023. https://doi.org/10.5006/mecc2023-20081.

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Abstract Manhole covers are critical component for the safety of manholes in rural and urban areas. The conventional design of such manhole covers is made from conventional cast iron steel, which is costly, has a greater impact on the environment and will corrode due to the environment in which they are placed in. Alternative options such as FRP manhole covers are made from composite material, corrosion resistant and far more sustainable than the conventional alternative. While FRP Manhole Covers have been adopted in various places around the world, some places such as the GCC region are still
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Tabata, Hiro, Satoshi Ohara, Yuichiro Kanematsu, Heng Yi Teah, and Yasunori Kikuchi. "Life-Cycle Assessment of Chemical Sugar Synthesis Based on Process Design for Biomanufacturing." In The 35th European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering. PSE Press, 2025. https://doi.org/10.69997/sct.124214.

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The growing demand for sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based products drives the development of biomanufacturing using agriculture-based sugars. However, agricultural sugar production faces significant challenges due to limited production capacity and potential negative environmental impacts. This research examines chemical sugar synthesis as an alternative, assessing its environmental impact with conventional agricultural production methods through life cycle assessment. As formaldehyde serves as a primary substrate in chemical synthesis, four production cases were evaluated�comprising
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Offereins, Dominik, and Geralt Siebert. "How liquid cold-poured interlayer adhesives can contribute to more sustainable glass façades." In IABSE Symposium, Tokyo 2025: Environmentally Friendly Technologies and Structures: Focusing on Sustainable Approaches. International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE), 2025. https://doi.org/10.2749/tokyo.2025.1742.

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&lt;p&gt;The increasing focus on sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions presents significant challenges for the flat glass industry. Consequently, research into more sustainable solutions for structural glass construction has markedly increased in recent years. This paper provides an over- view of the current advancements in low-emission technologies within this sector. Thereafter, it examines the potentials and challenges associated with laminated safety glass (LSG) in detail. It is shown that by using liquid cold-poured interlayer adhesives (LCPI), there is significant potentia
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Bottoni, Maria Paola Francesca. "ASSESSING TRANSITIONS TO SUSTAINABLE AGRIFOOD SYSTEMS: A LEGAL PROSPECTIVE." In 11th SWS International Scientific Conferences on SOCIAL SCIENCES - ISCSS 2024. SGEM WORLD SCIENCE, 2024. https://doi.org/10.35603/sws.iscss.2024/vs02/02.

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The global food system faces environmental, social and legal challenges. Primary production has become increasingly dependent on external inputs from industrial companies, which contribute to the rising cost of nutritious food and decreasing the income of producers, particularly the producers in primary production. Adopting alternative models of short food supply chains can reduces those negative effects and moves the agri-food supply chain towards some Agenda 2030 sustainable developments goals and aims of European Strategies in the agrifood field. The present paper analyses the benefits of a
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Dumbadze, Guguli, Lasha Mikeladze, Roland Kopaliani, Nunu ChaChkhiani-Anasashvili, and Wafula Nelson. "SUSTAINABLE CABBAGE PRODUCTION IN KENYA USING OBLIGA BONACRAFT BIOFERTILIZER." In SGEM International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference. STEF92 Technology, 2024. https://doi.org/10.5593/sgem2024v/6.2/s24.13.

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Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is a vital crop for Kenyan smallholder farmers, contributing to food security and income. However, declining soil fertility and reliance on costly synthetic fertilizers pose significant challenges. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of OBLIGA BONACRAFT P20S10, a microbiological phosphorus-sulfur fertilizer, as a sustainable alternative. Field trials were conducted in four agroecological zones: Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Machakos, and Murang'a, using a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications per site. The experimental plots (12 m?
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Netto, Giovana C. A., Mois�s Teles dos Santos, and Vincent Gerbaud. "Computer-Aided Molecular Design for Bio-Based Solvent Selection from Citrus and Coffee Wastes for Furfural Extraction." In The 35th European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering. PSE Press, 2025. https://doi.org/10.69997/sct.167691.

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The global reliance on fossil-based solvents has driven the search for sustainable alternatives. This study employs the IBSS� CAMD tool to evaluate building blocks derived, directly or indirectly, from agricultural residues - specifically orange and coffee wastes-, to replace toluene in furfural extraction. A three-stage methodology was implemented: (1) identification of potential building blocks from residues, (2) multi-objective optimization using genetic algorithms and group contribution models for properties calculation, and (3) analysis of the resulting candidates based on performance ind
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Chida, Kota, Heng Yi Teah, Yuichiro Kanematsu, and Yasunori Kikuchi. "Flow Simulation of Plastic Life Cycle Considering Carbon Renewability and Environmental Impact." In The 35th European Symposium on Computer Aided Process Engineering. PSE Press, 2025. https://doi.org/10.69997/sct.159323.

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Renewable carbon sources, such as biomass and waste, are being explored as alternatives for sustainable plastic production. However, the significant uncertainties surrounding the environmental impact of biomass supply processes raise questions about whether these plastics positively contribute to society. Furthermore, the lack of systematic knowledge about plastics and incomplete understanding among stakeholders pose challenges to conducting comprehensive assessments and designing effective plastic life cycle systems. This study aims to clarify the carbon flow within the life cycle of biomass-
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Reports on the topic "Challenges and Sustainable Alternatives"

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Nørskov, Jens, Jingguang Chen, Raul Miranda, Tim Fitzsimmons, and Robert Stack. Sustainable Ammonia Synthesis – Exploring the scientific challenges associated with discovering alternative, sustainable processes for ammonia production. Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI), 2016. http://dx.doi.org/10.2172/1283146.

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Macpherson, Hannah. Arts Interventions for Sustainable Sanitation and Resource Recovery. Institute of Development Studies, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.19088/ids.2023.013.

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Many countries in the global South declare regions to be open defecation free (ODF), but they must still address significant sanitation, wastewater, and faecal sludge management challenges. Climate uncertainty, water shortages, and weak infrastructure mean that ‘flush and forget’ systems are not always possible or desirable. This briefing describes how art interventions can help people reimagine alternative sanitation futures. Drawing on research in Nepal, it describes how activities such as dance workshops, humanure planting, song competitions, and radio jingles can generate new knowledge abo
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Nimesh, Vikas, Md Saddam Hussain, Anmol Jain, and Pramod Kumar Singh. Assessing Transport Patterns and Local transport routes in Assam and Meghalaya. Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE), 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.62576/xjuo3622.

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The report on “Transport Pattern in Assam and Meghalaya” meticulously examines the current state of transportation within these regions, focusing on road networks, user preferences, and the environmental impact of existing transport modes. It identifies significant challenges, such as congestion, pollution, and the need for infrastructure upgrades, while exploring the potential for introducing sustainable and electric vehicle options. The analysis includes recommendations for enhancing transportation efficiency, improving public transport systems, and encouraging the adoption of greener altern
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Foecke, Leah, Zachary Karson, and Thomas Tiberghien. Zero-Emission Buses in the US: Understanding and Addressing Market and Policy Challenges. Mineta Transportation Institute, 2024. https://doi.org/10.31979/mti.2024.2218.

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As the US public transportation sector accelerates its shift from fossil fuels to zero-emission alternatives, transit agencies and transit bus manufacturers alike face significant uncertainty and instability. This report provides policymakers with updated insights into the US transit bus market, focusing on key industry dynamics, financial challenges with zero-emission bus (ZEB) acquisition, technological obstacles in deployment, and regulatory issues. The research relies on interviews with stakeholders, a detailed review of existing literature, and an analysis of US public transit data. Key f
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Strambo, Claudia, Daria Ivleva, and Elisa Arond. Oil and gas production narratives in Colombia and Nigeria after the Paris Agreement. Stockholm Environment Institute, 2024. https://doi.org/10.51414/sei2024.051.

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Here we present a critical assessment of oil and gas production narratives in developing countries to highlight barriers to low-carbon transitions, challenge entrenched power dynamics, and create space for more sustainable and equitable alternatives. This brief, based on our recently published paper (Strambo et al., 2025), is mainly intended for academic researchers and civil society organizations working on climate policy, energy transitions and sustainable development, particularly those focused on the challenges and opportunities of phasing out fossil fuel production in low- and lower-middl
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Deb, Shourjya, and Virginie Baudais. The Challenges of Data Collection in Conflict-affected Areas: A Case Study in the Liptako-Gourma Region. Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.55163/vwim3307.

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Conducting research in the Sahel has become more challenging over the past 10 years, and the continuing deterioration of the security situation has restricted access to many areas. This SIPRI Insights paper provides an overview of the main challenges for researchers when conducting data collection in conflict-affected areas. The paper employs a case study of a humanitarian protection project that SIPRI has been working on in the Liptako-Gourma region. The project was designed in collaboration with the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) and three local research partners: the Centre for Democratic Gov
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Obregon, Jean-Francois, Sergio Lazzarini, Diane-Laure Arjalies, et al. Towards a Climate-Smart Food System: A Theory of Change and Impact Metrics to Trigger Farming and Societal Change. Richard Ivey School of Business., 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.5206/iveypub.78.2023.

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There is significant interest in sustainable food production practices in Canada and worldwide due to the challenges caused by the Russia-Ukraine war, land degradation, and climate change. Sustainable food production is a food system that provides affordable, nutritious food while preserving and restoring natural resources and generating robust ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration, water filtration, and retention. This report explores multiple routes to foster improved social, ecological, and economic impacts associated with alternative practices promoting sustainable food productio
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Anayatova, Dilraba, Marina Basu, Saiarchana Darira, et al. Turn it around! An education guide to climate futures. Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College, 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.14507/oge-tia.

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Building on the scientific evidence and keeping in focus policy promises made over the decades, this report mobilizes the power of socially engaged art to bring together visions and voices of youth from across the globe in a collective effort to address the root causes of the climate crisis. It starts with the premise that education is directly implicated in the climate crisis and our failure to imagine alternatives. But it can also be the catalyst for radical change. Aiming to shift and shuffle the dominant knowledge systems and categories with the cards from the Turn It Around! deck, this re
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Possidónio, Catarina, Ana Rita Farias, Samuel Domingos, Bernardo Cruz, Sílvia Luís, and Ana Loureiro. Exploring supply-side barriers for commercialization of new biopolymer production technologies: A systematic review. INPLASY - International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Protocols, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.37766/inplasy2023.5.0076.

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Review question / Objective: What are the multi-level supply-side barriers to the commercialization of new biopolymer production technologies? Condition being studied: Biopolymers are sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional petroleum-based polymers, and their use is becoming increasingly important for reducing the negative impact of plastic waste on the environment. Despite the potential benefits of biopolymers, their commercialization might face several supply-side barriers. This systematic review aims the identification and characterization of these barriers. The
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Röders, Jonathan. Exploratory Study: "Leonor Cuadras" Oyster Aquaculture Cooperative, First Semester of Operation. Corioli Institute, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.59498/22802.

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This exploratory study analyzes the oyster cooperative "Leonor Cuadras" in La Reforma, Angostura, Sinaloa, Mexico. Founded in May 2023 by four women and sponsored by the seafood company Marine Edén SA de CV, this cooperative aims to be an alternative livelihood model led by women, promoting environmental sustainability and gender equity. The NGO SUCEDE supports this project, which focuses on the individual, social, and environmental healing of La Reforma, a fishing community facing significant socioeconomic challenges. This study provides a detailed view of the first months of operation of the
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