Participatory development of Indonesia’s national action plan for zero leprosy: strategies and interventions by Perigrinus Hermin Sebong, Perigrinus Hermin Sebong, Astri Ferdiana, Astri Ferdiana, Florisma Arista Riti Tegu, Deni Harbianto, Ronny Soviandhi, Asken Sinaga, Teky Budiawan, Arnoldus Janssen Angga Yanuar Risnanto, Regina Tiolina Sidjabat, Trijoko Yudopuspito, Ridwan Mawardi, Eny Setyawati, Adi Utarini, Adi Utarini

“…Twenty-one key interventions and three measurable outcomes were proposed.ConclusionThe national action plan for leprosy control was developed through a participatory process involving multiple stakeholders from health and cross-sectors, public and private sectors, healthcare providers, community leaders, and persons affected by leprosy. …”
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Trade-off between critical metal requirement and transportation decarbonization in automotive electrification by Chunbo Zhang, Xiang Zhao, Romain Sacchi, Fengqi You

“…Here, we analyze the trade-off between the decarbonization potential of the road transportation sector and its critical metal requirement from the demand-side perspective in 48 major countries committing to decarbonize their road transportation sectors aided by electric vehicles (EVs). …”
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China and African Governance in the Extractive Industries by Neil Renwick, Jing Gu, Song Hong

“…This paper examines China’s role in the extractive industry sectors of sub-Saharan Africa and issues surrounding governance—particularly the maximisation of host country economic gains. …”
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Sustainable forest management: success and challenges in Ethiopia by Rusha Begna Wakweya

“…The country has implemented the Forest Sector Development Program (FSDP), which outlines clear strategies for sustainable forest governance and management. …”
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Compensation and reduction of carbon dioxide emissions in international aviation by Eryk Kłopotowski, Leszek Cwojdziński

“…Reducing the emission of harmful compounds and noise is a current problem raised in various sectors of the economy. Through the ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization, the aviation sector worldwide is committed to meeting its commitments to reduce air emissions from aircraft. …”
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Self-competence and preparedness in implementing the Parish Development Model in Uganda: Voices of Parish Chiefs and Community Development Officers by Katusiimeh, Mesharch Walto, Wamara, Charles Kiiza

“…The study concludes that equipping local implementers with multi-sectoral skills is pivotal to the success of PDM. This research contributes to SDGs 1 (No Poverty), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and offers insights into local-level policy implementation in Africa’s rural contexts…”
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Industrial European regions at risk within the Fit for 55: How far implementing CBAM can mitigate? by Sigit Perdana, Marc Vielle

“…The transition to a low-carbon economy can create new job opportunities but may cause job displacement in some sectors that heavily rely on fossil fuels. In order to gain a balanced appraisal in understanding the broader consequences of climate policies, this paper analyses the impact of the EU Fit for 55 with carbon border adjustment on EU employment at the regional level. …”
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A Qualitative Study on Job Satisfaction of Public Information Workers by Vildan Ateş, Hatice Günay

“…Organizations worldwide, in both the private and public sectors, depend on their workforce to achieve optimal productivity, resulting in enhanced organizational effectiveness. …”
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Tackling Non-Communicable Diseases in Somalia: A Pathway to SDG 3 by Ahmed Muhammad Bashir

“…To strengthen healthcare systems, promote health equity, and foster sustainable development, continued advocacy, resource mobilization, capacity building, and multi-sectoral collaboration are necessary. This article advocates for sustained efforts to address NCDs in Somalia, contributing to achieving SDG 3 and improving the health of Somalis.…”
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Teaching business leadership skills to professionals in healthcare cybersecurity, biodefense and biotechnology through experiential learning methods by Dr. Carlo J. Ninassi, Dr. Darrell Norman Burrell

“…The COVID-19 pandemic has not only reshaped the global economic landscape but also underscored the critical need for strategic leadership and management skills in organizations spanning diverse sectors. This paper delves into the compelling imperative of nurturing strategic leadership and management competencies among technical experts, with a particular focus on pivotal fields such as biodefense, healthcare cybersecurity, biotechnology, and healthcare operations management. …”
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The Impact of the Eto'o Tower Building Construction Process on the Quality of Life of Local Communities in Suco Motael, Posto Administrativo Vera Cruz, Municipio Dili, Timor–Leste... by Jacinto Marques Ximenes, Surjono Surjono, Anthon Efani

“…Despite both effects, these constructions also reflect the evidence of driving factors (government commitment, the enthusiasm of the surrounding citizen's community for participating, and the opportunity for foreign investors to invest in various sectors by adding new places) and inhibiting factors (the partial chain problems caused by the presence of illegal permits that affect the surrounding environment). …”
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Decarbonizing the Norwegian fishery fleet – strategic fleet renewal with environmental considerations by Helle Hagli Sønnervik, Mohamed Kais Msakni, Peter Schütz

“…Norway has committed to reducing GHG emissions from the fishery sector by at least 40% by 2030 and 95% by 2050. …”
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Green mobility in courier services – aspects of using electric vehicles by Alica Kalašová, Kristián Čulík

“… Countries in the EU, as part of the Paris Agreement, committed to achieving EU climate neutrality by 2050. …”
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Environmental Scenarios for the Future Nitrogen Policy in Flanders, Belgium by stijn M.M. Overloop, Dirk E.L.J. Van Gijseghem, John F.M. Helming

“…The agricultural sector accounts for two thirds of nitrogen losses in Flanders, Belgium. …”
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Combining Life Cycle Assessment and Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis to assess agricultural waste management alternatives by Patrizia Lombardi, Elena Todella, Timothée D’Amico, Giovanni Zanderigo

“…Urgent actions are needed to reduce climate risks, and countries are currently committed to reducing emissions in the agricultural sector. …”
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Environmental responsibility in the Israeli health system in the era of climate change: a required paradigm shift by Raanan Raz, Maya Negev, Michael Hauzer, Eliaz Miller, Ora Paltiel, Meidad Kissinger

“…Ignoring the health sector’s emissions contradicts the ancient medical principle: first, do no harm (primum non-nocere). …”
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Ecological Study: Index of Diversity, Evenness and Richness of Macroinvertebrate and Water Quality in the Amprong Rivers in Malang City by Biruni Iqbal Bilgrami, Choirunisa Nindiana, Rahim Handy Faisal, Setyowati Istri, Vaudhi Fasril, Setyawati Erna Krisna, Amalia Enik, Putri Adhiena Liany Anastasia, Ramadhani Aisyah Putri, Andryansyah Athaya Akbar

“…The findings showed that in three stations of Amprong River displayed low biodiversity, a depressed community structure, and reduced species richness indices, alongside polluted or negatively impacted water quality according to ASPT, while the Lincoln index suggested a favorable environmental quality interpretation. A genuine commitment is required from all sectors to collaborate in achieving the success of sustainable development goals (SDGs), beginning with preserving sustainability and river quality while eliminating pollutants that contaminate waterways.…”
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Public–private partnerships as catalysts for green infrastructure: a three-pronged analysis of economic, environmental, and institutional factors by Oluwatobi Mary Owojori, Lourens Jacobus Erasmus

“…This study critically examines how PPPs drive progress in six key sectors: renewable energy, sustainable urban mobility, water management, waste management, green building and urban greening. …”
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Stretched at Both Ends: Pressure on Student Services and the Impact on Academic Staff at UK Universities by Gareth Hughes, Michael Priestley, Leigh Spanner

“…Despite the care and commitment of staff, these conditions compromise the effectiveness, safety, and accessibility of university services. …”
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Desafios dos produtores de base familiar na produção do coco em reassentamentos públicos do Vale do São Francisco – Brasil by Guilherme José Ferreira de Araújo, Clélio Cristiano dos Santos, Edvânia Tôrres Aguiar Gomes

“…Like most products, the success of its value chain stems from investments in both the logistic and marketing sectors. This research discusses the production and commerce of the coconut industry, with emphasis on coconut water from Petrolândia, state of Pernambuco. …”
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