Development of Indicators of Sustainability of Economic Growth and Quality of Life

Majerník, Milan; Daneshjo, Naqib; Štofková, Katarína Repková; Malega, Peter

doi:10.12912/27197050/133330

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“…SD considers human development and sustainability as part of measuring sustainability [10], and there is a clear shift away from focusing solely on the economic dimension towards more inclusion of social and ecological dimensions [11]. There are hundreds of SD-related metrics [12]; however, there is no consensus on the best approach to designing and applying these metrics [3].…”

Section: Sustainability Metricsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Gross domestic product (GDP) is the most commonly used indicator for measuring economic performance [3]. Still, it does not reflect environmental and social aspects [11] and focuses solely on economic growth without internalizing the costs and impacts of growth on society and the environment [19]. Many researchers and experts have proposed alternatives to GDP or ways to complement it to reflect better social and environmental aspects [18].…”

Section: Possible Sustainable Economy Indicatorsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…While GPI scores six, the second lowest score in capturing SE features, it should also be dropped since the other metrics score relatively higher. According to [11], the ISEW and GPI are the most commonly used indicators for measuring economic sustainability. It could be calculated at the country level as well as for domestic districts and local provinces [45].…”

Section: Comparative Analysis Of Sustainability Metricsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The GPI considers the difference between economic activities that increase and reduce welfare [11]. On that basis, GPI could be used as SEI [47].…”

Section: Comparative Analysis Of Sustainability Metricsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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In Search of Sustainable Economy Indicators: A Comparative Analysis between the Sustainable Development Goals Index and the Green Growth Index

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The absence of globally accepted indicators for measuring progress towards a Sustainable Economy (SE) presents a significant challenge in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a timely and comprehensive manner. Despite decades of attempts to develop alternative metrics and indicators for SE and Sustainable Development (SD), progress has been incremental and incomplete. This paper aims to comparatively assess the existing metrics for measuring progress towards SE based on their completeness and utility in various SE dimensions, attributes and characteristics. It aims to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each identified metric and provide a detailed analysis of existing sustainability indices through a comprehensive literature review and analysis.. The importance and originality of our approach come from comparative analysis, mapping promising and relevant metrics identified through an extensive literature review against identified sustainability features. This paper employs the Sustainable Development Goals Index (SDGI) and the Green Growth Index (GGI) and applies them to Qatar and few selected countries. Qatar is showing noteworthy progress in both indices, albeit at varying rates, but it has more room for progress by learning from other countries. This study acknowledges its limitations, including data availability for a limited period and its application to only a selected set of countries. Finally, it recommends future research to broaden the scope of analysis over an extended timeframe and to a larger group of countries, enhancing the applicability and depth of the indices.

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Section: Sustainability Metricsmentioning

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“…The GPI considers the difference between economic activities that increase and reduce welfare [11]. On that basis, GPI could be used as SEI [47].…”

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“…In addition, technological innovation affects organizational structures by disrupting markets, changing the relative importance of resources, challenging the learning capacity of organizations and changing the terms of competition [17]. Technological innovation brings benefits to society, but at a cost, as it is seen as an important factor in problems such as climate change, ecological imbalance and increasing pollution, as well as an effective means of solving environmental and sustainable development problems [18]. In addition, the diffusion of technological innovations in agriculture should be better understood for specific agricultural solutions.…”

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Social Life Cycle Assessment of Laser Weed Control System: A Case Study

Michaliszyn-Gabryś,

Bronder,

Krupanek

2024

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Agriculture is an important sector of the European Union in social, economic and environmental terms. To ensure the sustainability of the sector, improvements are needed in key operations. Weeding is one of the most important activities affecting farm productivity, farmer safety, food safety and security, and the state of the environment. New technical and organizational solutions are needed to achieve the goals of the EU policy for sustainable agriculture. One of the advanced techniques is laser-based weed control. It is important to fully understand the impact of the introduction of these techniques on markets and agricultural practices in the context of sustainability. For this reason, a social life cycle analysis (S-LCA) was carried out. The method applied in the study was based on a participatory approach. The assessment was carried out from three perspectives: the general society, the farmers and the business perspective in relation to agriculture. Expert interviews based on questionnaires and workshops were conducted to gather opinions on the impact of new laser technology on specific aspects of its implementation. The results show generally positive effects from all perspectives, especially from the farmers’ perspective. From the farmers’ point of view, the most favored factors influencing the widespread introduction of WLAT are the economic consequences, the most important of which are the production costs associated with the introduction of the new technology. According to business experts, the perspective of business development, with particular emphasis on new prospects for businesses and development, is the most important factor. The quality of life and the environment are most valued by society.

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Green Perspectives: Future Technology Professionals' Views on Sustainability Practices

Iatrellis,

Samaras,

Kokkinos

et al. 2024

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The increasing focus on sustainability and the adoption of green practices across industries underscore the necessity of equipping future professionals with competencies in implementing sustainable solutions. This study explores the perceptions of former students from two departments within the technological sector towards sustainability practices. A cross-sectional online survey was carried out among alumni from two programs at the University of Thessaly, a university recognized for its commitment to sustainability and green initiatives as a member of the INVEST European University alliance. The survey questionnaire included background inquiries and 16 statements designed to gauge alumni perspectives towards sustainability practices. Specifically, it aims to assess their views through self-assessment and compare differences between the two alumni groups. Responses were collected on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from strongly disagree to strongly agree. A total of 300 graduates from the Computer Science and Telecommunications as well as Electrical Engineering undergraduate programs were encouraged to take part in the survey, achieving a response rate of 69%. Of those who responded, 61% (n = 126) represented the Computer Science and Telecommunications group, while 39% (n = 81) were from the Electrical Engineering program. Our findings indicate a generally positive attitude towards sustainability, with statistically significant differences in perspectives on the implementation of sustainable technologies and stakeholder engagement. These results underscore the necessity of integrating sustainability education deeply within the curricula of technological programs to cultivate a workforce capable of addressing future environmental challenges. This study illuminates the critical role of educational frameworks in shaping the sustainability competencies of technology professionals.

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Development of Indicators of Sustainability of Economic Growth and Quality of Life

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In Search of Sustainable Economy Indicators: A Comparative Analysis between the Sustainable Development Goals Index and the Green Growth Index

In Search of Sustainable Economy Indicators: A Comparative Analysis between the Sustainable Development Goals Index and the Green Growth Index

Social Life Cycle Assessment of Laser Weed Control System: A Case Study

Green Perspectives: Future Technology Professionals' Views on Sustainability Practices

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