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Global Trends and Innovations in Forest Ecological Compensation: An Interdisciplinary Analysis
This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon.
Submission received: 5 March 2024
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Revised: 18 March 2024
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Accepted: 26 March 2024
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Published: 29 March 2024
Abstract
Forest…
Pacific RISA hosts a Palau Sector-Based Climate Services and Coordination Workshop – Climate…
Pacific RISA, a NOAA CAP/RISA team, convened a Sector-based Climate Services and Coordination Workshop in Koror, Palau from February 26 to March 1, 2024. The workshop was funded by the Green Climate Fund and hosted by the US National…
A Range of Pandemic Adjustments: Changes to Texas Heritage Site Business Operations during the…
4.2. The Impact of COVID-19 on Heritage Sites and Associated AdjustmentsThe COVID-19 pandemic impacted both visitor counts and annual revenues of heritage sites. Private and non-profit entities experienced a sharper decrease in their…
Unemployment Risk, Portfolio Choice, and the Racial Wealth Gap
Working Paper
Abstract: Black Americans face higher cyclical unemployment risk than white Americans: job-finding rates during recessions are lower and the risk of becoming long-term…
CfCHLM, from Cryptomeria fortunei, Promotes Chlorophyll Synthesis and Improves Tolerance to Abiotic…
4.1. Functional Analysis and Expression Pattern of CfCHLMWe found that the CfCHLM protein showed a high similarity with CHLM proteins from the other species (Figure 1A). The phylogenetic analysis showed that the CHLM proteins of…
Exploring GIS Techniques in Sea Level Change Studies: A Comprehensive Review
8.1. Global OverviewOn a global scale, surface air temperatures are rising (Figure 3). As the United Nations (UN) Secretary General said in July 2023, “the era of global warming has ended” and “the era of global boiling has arrived”…
Correction: Meh et al. Reliability and Validity of Slovenian Versions of IPAQ-SF, GPAQ, and EHIS-PAQ…
Error in Figure/TableIn the original publication , there was a mistake in Table 1. Descriptive statistics of the sample; Table 2. Test-retest reliability of IPAQ-SF, GPAQ, and EHIS-PAQ; Table 3. Concurrent validity of IPAQ-SF, GPAQ, and…
Accurate Recognition of Jujube Tree Trunks Based on Contrast Limited Adaptive Histogram Equalization…
3.2. YOLOv8 Improvement of Backbone Network GhostNetv2The traditional convolutional neural network has the problems of redundancy of feature information, large model parameters, and expensive training computation cost, etc. The backbone…
Designing a Reverse Logistics Network for End-of-Life Vehicles in an Uncertain Environment
1. IntroductionWith the continuous improvement of environmental requirements worldwide and the increasing recognition of recyclable and valuable materials in discarded products , reverse logistics has become fully developed on a global…
Conservation Value to Bats: Assessing Multiple Functional Habitats in a Nature Preserve at the…
1. IntroductionIn grassland ecosystems, agriculture and urbanization are two main processes of anthropogenic disturbances . Both processes remove native vegetation and disrupt native fauna. However, new vegetation is also introduced,…
The Impact of Canopy on Nutrient Fluxes through Rainfall Partitioning in a Mixed Broadleaf and…
1. IntroductionNutrient inputs have a significant impact on plant growth and the nutrient cycle in forest ecosystems, and rainfall is an important hydrological highway for nutrient transport , thus playing a crucial role in the…
Short-Term Power-Generation Prediction of High Humidity Island Photovoltaic Power Station Based on a…
1. IntroductionIn recent years, the global focus on developing clean energy sources has led to the increasing prominence of solar energy as a viable alternative for meeting energy demands . Photovoltaic (PV) stations are categorized…
Valorization of Wood Residues from Vegetation Suppression during Wind Energy Plant Implementation…
3.1. Physicochemical Characterization Results for Wood ResiduesTable 1 presents the physicochemical properties of three wood residues, encompassing proximate composition, heating values, lignocellulosic composition, bulk density, and…
Blockchain Technology Implementation in Supply Chain Management: A Literature Review
1“The Truth about Blockchain”2017To analyze the Blockchain challenges and benefits in the supply chain of agri-foodUsing Blockchain to enhance both traceability and transparency of supply chain seafoodTraceability and transparency,…
Assessing the Feasibility and Socioecological Benefits of Climate-Smart Practices at the Watershed…
1. IntroductionIn recent decades, anthropic activity for productive purposes has driven the degradation and replacement of natural ecosystems, decreasing the quantity and quality of a range of ecosystem services (ES) that are essential…
A Bibliometrics Analysis Related to the Built Environment and Walking
4.1. Research Collaboration NetworkWe visualized national and institutional networks with VOSviewer. Seventy-eight countries researched the built environment and walking. We set 15 papers as the minimum number of publications in the…
Food System vs. Sustainability: An Incompatible Relationship in Mexico
According to the FAO, a sustainable food system delivers food security and nutrition for all, aligning with economic, social, and environmental bases to ensure that food security and nutrition for future generations are not compromised.…
The Innovative Entrepreneurial Marketing Journey and Sustainable Development of Southeast Asian…
1. IntroductionTaiwan is a society of immigrants, having experienced several waves of immigration throughout its history. In the 17th century, immigrants from China (mainly from Fujian and Guangdong) poured into Taiwan in large numbers…
Canadian Propane Association Calls for Affordability and Fair Treatment in Face of Government Carbon…
OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the carbon tax is slated to increase on April 1, 2024, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is joining numerous other calls in urging the government to take a practical and equitable…
Does ESG Performance Affect the Enterprise Value of China’s Heavily Polluting Listed Companies?
1. IntroductionWith the high attention given to climate, resources, and environmental protection issues, enterprises should not only achieve efficiency growth, but also pay attention to environmental protection and social…
Texas Manufacturing Outlook Survey: Survey Methodology, Performance and Forecast Accuracy
Research Department Working Papers
No. 2402
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Deriv’s new partnership with Puttinu Cares: United for children’s cancer support in Malta
Carnival party preparations by the Deriv team QAWRA, Malta, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a significant step to support Maltese children with cancer, Deriv, a global online trading broker, has partnered with Puttinu…
Why Do Some Countries Innovate Better than Others? A New Perspective of Science, Technology, and…
1. IntroductionNations’ competition in technology and innovation has drawn rapt attention from the academic and business communities as the great power rivalry between the U.S. and China has intensified in recent years. Looking back at…
TPI Composites, Inc. Publishes its Annual Sustainability Report Reaffirming Its Commitments to a…
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TPI Composites, Inc. (Nasdaq: TPIC), today published its 2023 sustainability report highlighting its progress on organizational and global impacts related to sustainability.…
Silicon Combined with Trichoderma harzianum and Organic Matter as an Environmental Friendly Strategy…
4.1. Quinoa Growth and Nutritional StatusWater stress harms quinoa, decreasing plant biomass. Maestro-Gaitán et al. studied four quinoa cultivars, and they found that when quinoa was cultivated with 75% soil water available, fresh mass…
Effectiveness of Point of Entry Health Screening Measures among Travelers in the Detection and…
1. IntroductionSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a β-coronavirus, enveloped RNA virus, belonging to the Sarbecovirus subgenus and subfamily Orthocoronavirinae; SARS-CoV-2 causes coronavirus disease 2019…
Nitrogen Addition Promotes the Accumulation of Soil Particulate Organic Carbon in a Subtropical…
This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon.
Submission received: 27 February 2024
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Revised: 18 March 2024
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Accepted: 26 March 2024
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Published: 28 March 2024
Abstract
Nitrogen…
Filters and Digital Health Program Reduced Participants’ Arsenic Levels by Nearly Half in…
A community-led water-testing project made up of households that rely on private well water with high arsenic levels saw on average a 47 percent drop in participants’ urinary arsenic levels after filters were installed and a digital…
Impact of Digital Transformation on ESG Management and Corporate Performance: Focusing on the…
1. IntroductionThe industrial structure and competitive environment are changing rapidly because of the development of digital technology. Moreover, the era of digital transformation (DT), in which the transformation of the industrial…
Variability in Pine Pitch Canker Susceptibility among Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) Provenances in…
1. IntroductionA plethora of Fusarium species are acknowledged as causative agents of severe forest diseases, posing significant challenges to forest nurseries and plantations worldwide . Among these, Fusarium circinatum Nirenberg &…
Towards Sustainable Transport in the Moroccan Context: The Key Determinants of Electric Cars…
1. IntroductionOver the last few years, the emerging players in the automotive manufacturing sector have expedited the shift toward a greener and low-carbon automobile industry. The advancement of electric vehicles is seen as a crucial…
Do Economic and Social Satisfaction Matter Equally in Sustainable Business? Hotel Membership Types…
1. IntroductionCustomer satisfaction undoubtedly improves business performance. Satisfaction can be differentiated into economic and social perspectives, especially in business-to-business (B2B) and consumer-to-consumer (C2C)…
Estimation of Forest Canopy Fuel Moisture Content in Dali Prefecture by Combining Vegetation Indices…
1. IntroductionForest fires pose significant and formidable challenges in today’s world. Countries across temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions are grappling with the menace of forest fires due to the escalating impacts of global…
Alumni in the spotlight: Matt Wise
Matt Wise is the Head of Strategy and Business Development at ABB in the Electrification Service division, leading the energy transition in industrial automation by supporting customers to improve the sustainability and reliability of…
The Breakthrough Institute Endorses the EMIT LESS Act, A Step Toward Reducing Enteric Methane…
WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Methane has a large, but short-term impact on planetary warming. Targeting enteric fermentation in livestock production represents an opportunity to curb nearly one-quarter of U.S.…
Stochastic Optimization of an Electric Bus Dynamic Wireless Charging System
1. IntroductionThe wireless charging of an electric vehicle (EV) is performed using wireless power transfer (WPT) technology, which does not require any physical contact in the process of transferring electric energy . Wireless charging…
The Spatiotemporal Impact of Digital Economy on High-Quality Agricultural Development: Evidence from…
3.4.1. Dependent VariableThe comprehensive assessment index system for promoting high-quality agricultural development is built upon five key development principles: creativity, collaboration, sustainability, openness, and innovation ,…
Macro- and Microelements and the Impact of Sub-Mediterranean Downy Oak Forest Communities on Their…
1. IntroductionIn recent decades, due to growing environmental pollution, special attention has been paid to the study of the chemical composition of precipitation. Air pollution has become an acute problem in developing countries due…
Driving as a Service: Promoting a Sustainable Transition to Automated Driving
1. IntroductionAutomated vehicles (AVs) promise to make a revolution in the mobility paradigm and to bring benefits for traffic management and environmental quality, improving, in general, the quality of life in society . At the same…
Prediction and Transition of Vegetation Vulnerability in the Mara River Basin under Different Shared…
1. IntroductionThe fierce global warming and human activities have had significant impacts on vegetation , and vegetation degradation is an important external expression of vulnerability . Land use changes and intensified environmental…
Electrospun 3D Curly Electret Nanofiber Air Filters for Particulate Pollutants
1. IntroductionIn light of the escalating environmental challenges, the issue of air quality has garnered significant attention . The airborne particulate pollution resulting from the rapid advancement of industrial civilization, as…
Identification and Analysis of Expression Patterns of the Caleosin Genes in Hickory (Carya…
1. IntroductionLipids are essential for various cellular functions, including energy homeostasis, membrane remodeling, and lipid signaling . In plant cells, lipids are primarily found in the form of triacylglycerol (TAG), which is…
Integration of Community-Based Tourism (CBT) Index and Biophysical Assessment for Sustainable…
1Mangrove Ecotourism Suitability in SampangTaddan Village, Camplong Subdistrict, Sampang Regency, Indonesia2Mangrove Ecotourism Suitability in view of Biogeophysical AspectThe mangrove ecosystem area demonstrates significant potential…
Enhancing Sustainability Teaching Competence in Preschool Teacher Education Using Living Labs
Sustainability, Vol. 16, Pages 2781: Enhancing Sustainability Teaching Competence in Preschool Teacher Education Using Living Labs
Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su16072781
Authors:
Kadji-Beltrán
Developing sustainability…
Managing Household Food Waste with the FoodSaveShare Mobile Application
1. IntroductionFood waste generation has profound environmental implications related to waste management and CO2 emissions, economic implications associated with market costs and consumer savings, and social implications connected to…
Drainage Practice of Rice Paddies as a Sustainable Agronomic Management for Mitigating the Emission…
1. IntroductionThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climatic Change (IPCC) reported that rice paddies are recognized as sources of considerable greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is one of the most important staple foods…
Optimization of Ultrasonic-Assisted Extraction of Antioxidants in Apple Pomace (var. Belorusskoje…
3.1. Proximate Analyses and Fatty Acid ContentApple pomace showed a relatively low content of crude protein and a moderately low content of crude fiber compared to conventional feed material. The proximate content of this variety of…
Green Human Resource Management/Supply Chain Management/Regulation and Legislation and Their Effects…
1. IntroductionSustainability has become increasingly important to societies on a global scale, with growing concern about the viability and effectiveness of resources, infrastructure, policies, and economies amidst challenges such as…
Disruptive Passenger Behavior Impact on Overall Service Experience: An Appraisal Theory Perspective
Primary appraisal is the initial assessment when an individual compares environmental stimulus, such as the disruptive behaviors of other customers, to their initial expectations . This process bestows personal relevance to situations,…
The Waste Landfill Policy in Israel: Economic and Political Perspectives
Sustainability, Vol. 16, Pages 2791: The Waste Landfill Policy in Israel: Economic and Political Perspectives
Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su16072791
Authors:
Cohen
The consistent and continuous growth in the…