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Zarafshani, K.; Sharafi, L.; Azadi, H.; Van Passel, S. |
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Vulnerability assessment models to drought : toward a conceptual framework |
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A1 Journal article |
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2016 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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8 |
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6 |
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1-21 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering Management (ENM) |
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Drought is regarded as a slow-onset natural disaster that causes inevitable damage to water resources and to farm life. Currently, crisis management is the basis of drought mitigation plans, however, thus far studies indicate that effective drought management strategies are based on risk management. As a primary tool in mitigating the impact of drought, vulnerability assessment can be used as a benchmark in drought mitigation plans and to enhance farmers ability to cope with drought. Moreover, literature pertaining to drought has focused extensively on its impact, only awarding limited attention to vulnerability assessment as a tool. Therefore, the main purpose of this paper is to develop a conceptual framework for designing a vulnerability model in order to assess farmers level of vulnerability before, during and after the onset of drought. Use of this developed drought vulnerability model would aid disaster relief workers by enhancing the adaptive capacity of farmers when facing the impacts of drought. The paper starts with the definition of vulnerability and outlines different frameworks on vulnerability developed thus far. It then identifies various approaches of vulnerability assessment and finally offers the most appropriate model. The paper concludes that the introduced model can guide drought mitigation programs in countries that are impacted the most by drought. |
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000378776800084 |
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2016-06-23 |
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2071-1050 |
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1.789 |
Times cited |
15 |
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Most recent IF: 1.789 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:134331 |
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6278 |
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Buyle, M.; Audenaert, A.; Billen, P.; Boonen, K.; Van Passel, S. |
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The future of Ex-Ante LCA? Lessons learned and practical recommendations |
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A1 Journal article |
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2019 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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11 |
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19 |
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5456 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Engineering Management (ENM); Biochemical Wastewater Valorization & Engineering (BioWaVE); Energy and Materials in Infrastructure and Buildings (EMIB) |
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Every decision-oriented life cycle assessment (LCAs) entails, at least to some extent, a future-oriented feature. However, apart from the ex-ante LCAs, the majority of LCA studies are retrospective in nature and do not explicitly account for possible future effects. In this review a generic theoretical framework is proposed as a guideline for ex-ante LCA. This framework includes the entire technology life cycle, from the early design phase up to continuous improvements of mature technologies, including their market penetration. The compatibility with commonly applied system models yields an additional aspect of the framework. Practical methods and procedures are categorised, based on how they incorporate future-oriented features in LCA. The results indicate that most of the ex-ante LCAs focus on emerging technologies that have already gone through some research cycles within narrowly defined system boundaries. There is a lack of attention given to technologies that are at a very early development stage, when all options are still open and can be explored at a low cost. It is also acknowledged that technological learning impacts the financial and environmental performance of mature production systems. Once technologies are entering the market, shifts in market composition can lead to substantial changes in environmental performance. |
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000493525500315 |
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2019-10-01 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
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1.789 |
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4 |
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; Thanks to Koen Breemersch for providing insightful and useful comments on draft versions of this manuscript. This work was supported by the University of Antwerp and the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO). The authors also acknowledge anonymous reviewers for the constructive suggestions and the stimulating discussion. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.789 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:162571 |
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6205 |
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Mahdei, K.N.; Pouya, M.; Taheri, F.; Azadi, H.; Van Passel, S. |
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Sustainability indicators of irans developmental plans : application of the sustainability compass theory |
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A1 Journal article |
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2015 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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7 |
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11 |
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14647-14660 |
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A1 Journal article; Economics; Engineering Management (ENM) |
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The main purpose of this study was to analyze Irans developmental plans in order to examine and compare their direction and conformity with the sustainable development theory via the compass of sustainability. The approach involves a content analysis used in line with qualitative research methodologies. The results indicated that, in the first developmental plans, there was no direct reference to sustainable development. In the second to fifth plans, the main focus was on the social, environmental, and economic dimensions of development; which were common elements seen in the policies of all the plans. An analysis of the fourth plan revealed that expressions related to sustainable development appeared more frequently, indicating a stronger emphasis on sustainable development by decision-makers. |
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2015-11-03 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
Impact Factor |
1.789 |
Times cited |
3 |
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; The authors wish to thank Bethany Gardner from the Department of Linguistics, Binghamton University for her kind help in improving the English of this text. The corresponding author is a beneficiary of Fulbright scholarship at Binghamton University-State University of New York. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.789; 2015 IF: 0.942 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:129874 |
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6256 |
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Biely, K.; Maes, D.; Van Passel, S. |
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Market power extended : from Foucault to Meadows |
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A1 Journal article |
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2018 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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10 |
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8 |
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2843-23 |
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A1 Journal article; Economics; Engineering sciences. Technology; Engineering Management (ENM) |
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Market power is a complex matter that is approximated with quantitative indicators within economics. However, these indicators may not fully capture market power, or they may fail to identify it, although it may be present. Moreover, a quantitative approach restricts market power as a concept, impeding the ability to discuss its relationship with other concepts, such as sustainability. This paper extends the definition of market power, following Foucaults understanding of power and the associated theoretical discussions of power from different disciplines. We extended Foucaults work by including systems thinking to capture the importance of the prevalent systems paradigm, which is the ultimate initiator of action. Apart from distinguishing different elements of power, we also integrate an instrumental view on the elements of power. The developed frame allows us to understand the dynamic character of power as a force that strives to maintain or ameliorate the position of the paradigm that it serves. Based on this frame, we outline how this extended understanding of power can be used to analyze market power itself, and its relation with sustainability. |
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000446767700259 |
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2018-08-10 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
Impact Factor |
1.789 |
Times cited |
1 |
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; This research was performed within the frame of the HORIZON 2020 project SUFISA with the grant agreement number 635577. ; |
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Most recent IF: 1.789 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:154139 |
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6224 |
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Dehhaghi, S.; Choobchian, S.; Ghobadian, B.; Farhadian, H.; Viira, A.-H.; Stefanie, H.I.; Van Passel, S.; Azadi, H. |
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Five-year development plans of renewable energy policies in Iran : a content analysis |
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A1 Journal article |
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2022 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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14 |
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3 |
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1501 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Engineering Management (ENM) |
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Renewable energy (RE) policies can play an effective role in the development of renewable resources. The main goal of this paper was to conduct a content analysis on RE development policies in Iran's five-year National Development Plan (NDP) by investigating upstream national documents. To achieve the goal, 29 upstream documents related to RE were identified and analyzed through a systematic literature review. Then, a qualitative content analysis was applied to analyze the documents. The results showed that Iran's current RE policies need to be reviewed, reformed, and strengthened. For example, lack of sufficient attention to renewable heat and fuel was one of the deficiencies of RE policies in Iran's five-year NDP. The decentralization of policymaking in the unified organization was also one of the weaknesses in the policymaking process of the RE. Iran can develop sustainable and clean RE policies by using sources such as solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, wave, and tidal power. The paper concludes that, although RE policies have the potential for development in Iran due to environmental, social, and economic advantages, they could face some infrastructural, managerial, socio-cultural, and economic challenges. Accordingly, effective and innovative policymaking is required to meet such challenges. |
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2022-01-28 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
Impact Factor |
3.9 |
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OpenAccess |
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Most recent IF: 3.9 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:186501 |
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7358 |
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Maes, R.R.; Potters, G.; Fransen, E.; Cayetano, F.C.; Van Schaeren, R.; Lenaerts, S. |
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Finding the optimal fatty acid composition for biodiesel improving the emissions of a one-cylinder diesel generator |
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A1 Journal article |
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2021 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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13 |
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21 |
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12089 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) |
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Nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter (PM) currently are the main pollutants emitted by diesel engines. While there is a start in using hybrid and electric cars, ships will still be fueled by mineral oil products. In the quest to achieve zero-pollution and carbon-free shipping, alternative forms of energy carriers must be found to replace the commonly used mineral oil products. One of the possible alternative fuels is biodiesel. This paper explores the optimization of the composition of biodiesel in order to reduce the concentration of particulate matter and NOx in exhaust gases of a one-cylinder diesel generator. |
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2021-11-03 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record |
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1.789 |
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OpenAccess |
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Most recent IF: 1.789 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:184041 |
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7969 |
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Finizola e Silva, M.; Van Passel, S. |
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Climate-Smart Agriculture in the Northeast of Brazil: An Integrated Assessment of the Aquaponics Technology |
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A1 Journal Article |
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2020 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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12 |
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9 |
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3734 |
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A1 Journal Article; aquaponics; Aquaponova; Brazil; semi-arid region; food insecurity; cost–benefit analysis; socio-economic approach; climate-smart agriculture; Engineering Management (ENM) ; |
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The purpose of this study is to determine if aquaponic systems can reduce food insecurity in the semi-arid regions of Brazil and generate income for the beneficiaries. Aquaponics is a potentially sustainable way to produce food based on gardening, hydroponics and aquaculture. A case study, based on a project called Aquaponova, was developed. The aquaponic systems currently used in the project are non-commercial and designed for households with limited resources. The data based on six existing systems within this project were used to compare the costs and the benefits. The cost–benefit analysis covers four scenarios and three financing options. The results show that aquaponic systems have a large potential and can reduce food insecurity in semi-arid regions while generating income for the beneficiaries. Even if the system only produces 40% of the total estimated production, the system will still be feasible. However, the low opportunity cost of labour is an essential factor for obtaining these positive results. Moreover, the social benefits, such as a community spirit and the health benefits of the system, should not be underestimated. |
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2020-05-05 |
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2071-1050 |
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3.9 |
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We would like to express our gratitude to Francisco Fechine Borges who introduced Maíra Finizola e Silva the basics of aquaponics and gave her the opportunity to base her research on the data from the Aquaponova project. We would also like to thank the participants of the 2nd LA SDEWES conference in Buenos Aires (9–12 February 2020) for the useful comments and suggestions. |
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Most recent IF: 3.9; 2020 IF: 1.789 |
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ENM @ enm @c:irua:170074 |
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6382 |
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Tessema, G.A.; van der Borg, J.; Van Rompaey, A.; Van Passel, S.; Adgo, E.; Minale, A.S.; Asrese, K.; Frankl, A.; Poesen, J. |
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Benefit segmentation of tourists to geosites and its implications for sustainable development of geotourism in the Southern Lake Tana Region, Ethiopia |
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A1 Journal article |
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2022 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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14 |
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6 |
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3411-3425 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Engineering Management (ENM) |
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Geotourism is a sustainable type of tourism that focuses on the geological and geomorphological heritages of an area, and the associated cultural and biodiversity features. Though the popularity of geotourism is rapidly growing, research on the demand side, particularly on segmenting tourists to geosites and understanding their profiles, is limited. This obviously makes the designing of effective tourism policies that aim at developing geotourism sustainably very difficult. Hence, the main objectives of this study were to segment and profile tourists to geosites based on the benefits sought, and to show its implications for sustainable development of geotourism. With a survey of 415 tourists, this study clustered tourists to geosites in the southern Lake Tana region in Ethiopia based on the benefits sought. A factor-cluster method was applied to segment the tourists. The study identified four distinct segments: Activity-Nature Lovers, Culture Lovers, Nature-Culture Lovers, and Want-It-Alls. These segments differed in their demographic, trip, and behavioral characteristics. The findings implied that for sustainable development, destination managers and marketers need to customize their geotourism product development and marketing strategies based on the needs and characteristics of each market segment. |
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2022-03-15 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
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3.9 |
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OpenAccess |
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Most recent IF: 3.9 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:188043 |
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7353 |
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Winterstetter, A.; Grodent, M.; Kini, V.; Ragaert, K.; Vrancken, K.C.M. |
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A review of technological solutions to prevent or reduce marine plastic litter in developing countries |
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A1 Journal article |
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2021 |
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Sustainability |
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Sustainability-Basel |
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13 |
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9 |
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4894 |
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A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) |
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Growing global plastic production combined with poor waste collection has led to increasing amounts of plastic debris being found in oceans, rivers and on shores. The goal of this study is to provide an overview on currently available technological solutions to tackle marine plastic litter and to assess their potential use in developing countries. To compile an inventory of technological solutions, a dedicated online platform was developed. A total of 51 out of initially 75 submitted solutions along the plastics value chain were assessed by independent experts. Collection systems represent more than half of the shortlisted solutions. A quarter include processing and treatment technologies, either as a stand-alone solution (30%) or, more commonly, in combination with a first litter capturing step. Ten percent offer digital solutions. The rest focuses on integrated waste management solutions. For each stage in the source-to-sea spectrum-land, rivers, sea-two illustrative examples are described in detail. This study concludes that the most cost-effective type of solution tackles land-based sources of marine litter and combines technology with people-oriented practices, runs on own energy sources, connects throughout the plastics value chain with a convincing valorization plan for captured debris, and involves all relevant stakeholders. |
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2021-04-27 |
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2071-1050 |
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UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles |
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1.789 |
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OpenAccess |
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Most recent IF: 1.789 |
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UA @ admin @ c:irua:178368 |
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7396 |
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