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From waste to wealth: circular economy and green growth in emerging economies
Background Publications examining the relationship between the circular economy and green growth have increased markedly; however, the literature remains fragmented …
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The state of the water-energy-food nexus at sub-national scales in southern Africa: the case of South Africa and Zimbabwe
Despite repeated commitments to universal access to water, energy, and food, most developing countries continue to face challenges to the …
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Disaster risk reduction in schools: a systematic review of the implementation strategies and challenges
The increasing frequency of disasters in developing countries has caused extensive destruction and high death tolls, with children being the …
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Comparing the drivers of sustainable procurement for environmentally sensitive construction: global insights and evidence from Africa
Sustainable procurement has emerged as a key source of competitive advantage in the highly competitive construction sector, compelling industry players …
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Drivers of adoption of reuse-on-the-go systems among low-income consumers in Kenya: insights from key expert entrepreneurs using the Theoretical Domains Framework and COM-B model
Introduction Reusable systems can reduce plastic pollution from single-use packaging in fast-moving consumer goods in the Global South. While both …
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Culture and waste: a socio-cultural study of household solid waste management practices
Introduction Studies have reported inadequate levels of individual participation in sustainable household solid waste (HSW) management practices, a limited number …
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Feedback-enabled digital twin and explainable artificial intelligence framework for predictive resilience and adaptive decision-making in disrupted supply chains
Supply-chain disruptions are increasingly difficult to manage with conventional monitor–respond–recover approaches because they provide limited early-warning, explanation, uncertainty assessment and …
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Gender-responsive climate-smart agriculture: a scoping review of equity, access, and participation in adaptation programs in sub-Saharan Africa
Climate change poses significant threats to agricultural productivity, food security, and rural livelihoods in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), with women disproportionately …
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Transdisciplinarity and climate innovation entrepreneurship in Africa: an assessment using the DCOx framework
A climate innovation entrepreneur (CIE) is an individual or business that focuses on creating economic value while addressing the climate …
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Heterogeneous production constraints and postharvest losses in onion farming: evidence from Northwest Ethiopia
Introduction Onion ( Allium cepa L.) production in Ethiopia is highly seasonal, while consumption remains year-round, creating critical mismatches between …
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Digital transformation in supply chains: improving resilience and sustainability through AI, Blockchain, and IoT
Background Global supply chains are increasingly challenged by disruptions, environmental pressures, and evolving market demands, necessitating a strong digital transformation. …
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Is Zimbabwe's education system disaster-ready? Evaluating risk reduction strategies in Binga district schools
Building on the 2006 Disaster Risk Reduction Begins at School campaign by the International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (ISDR), this …
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From fragmented to unified: redefining eco-innovation for interdisciplinary climate solutions
Background and significance The concept of eco-innovation has become more significant as businesses are under increasing pressure to lessen environmental …
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Quantification of end-of-life tyres in West Africa—developing a region-wide estimation framework
End-of-life tyres (ELTs) represent a significant environmental and public health challenge across West Africa, yet fundamental data on ELT generation …
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Achieving sustainable development goals through corporate social responsibility and responsiveness in Zimbabwe: achievements, challenges, and future opportunities
Discussions on multi-stakeholder participation in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has often framed sustainability knowledge exchanges in the corporate world. As …
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From symbolic inclusion to shared governance: contesting conservation in a climate-stressed South African landscape
Conservation areas are increasingly seen as crucial for addressing biodiversity loss and climate change, yet their expansion often produces socio-economic …
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Potential application of nanotechnology in formulating biofertilizers as a sustainable way for promoting plant growth: a systematic review
Introduction Nanoparticles and Plant Growth-Promoting Microbes are trending as sustainable means for supplying plant nutrients. The purpose of this review …
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Exploring the challenges of sustainable procurement implementation: insights from Botswana’s public sector
Introduction Sustainable procurement (SP) is increasingly recognized as a strategic tool for addressing environmental (e.g., carbon emissions, pollution), social (e.g., …
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Implementing extended producer responsibility for tyre waste in Togo: a circular economy perspective
End-of-life tyre (ELT) management presents significant challenges in West Africa, particularly in Togo where an estimated 30,500 tonnes accumulate annually …
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Challenges and opportunities for green transitions adoption in Kenya's textile manufacturing industry
Introduction In the face of accelerating climate change as a result of fossils, the textile industry has been considered as …