Engaging Stakeholders In Education For Sustainable Development At University Level

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Luciana Brandli
Publisher : Springer
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2016-01-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319267340

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Engaging Stakeholders in Education for Sustainable Development at University Level by Walter Leal Filho,Luciana Brandli Pdf

This book discusses the role of ESD stakeholders at university level, involving civil society and the private sector and public sectors (including local, national and intergovernmental bodies). In particular, it describes practical experiences, partnerships, networks, and training schemes for increasing the capacity of ESD and other initiatives aimed at promoting education for sustainable development taking place at institutions of higher education. In order to meet the pressing need for publications that may promote stakeholders’ involvement in ESD in higher education, the book particularly focuses on state-of-the-art approaches, methods, initiatives and projects from around the world, illustrating the contribution of different stakeholder groups to sustainable development in higher education on an international scale.

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Paul Pace
Publisher : Springer
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-31
Category : Education
ISBN : 9783319329284

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Teaching Education for Sustainable Development at University Level by Walter Leal Filho,Paul Pace Pdf

This book introduces readers to the latest research and findings from projects focusing on teaching education for sustainable development at universities. In particular, it describes practical experiences, outline courses, training schemes and other initiatives aimed at promoting better teaching on matters related to sustainable development at institutions of higher education. In order to meet the pressing need for publications to support sustainable development education, the book places special emphasis on state-of-the art descriptions of approaches, methods, initiatives and projects from around the world, illustrating how teaching education for sustainable development can be implemented at the international scale. The book represents a timely contribution to the dissemination of approaches and methods that may improve the way we perceive the importance of teaching education for sustainable development, as well as how we implement it.

Author : Jana Dlouhá,Rodrigo Lozano,Philip Vaughter,Andrew Reeves,Kiran Banga Chhokar,Clemens Mader,Roger Petry,Detlev Lindau-Bank
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832537268

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The Role of the human dimension in promoting education for sustainable development at the regional level by Jana Dlouhá,Rodrigo Lozano,Philip Vaughter,Andrew Reeves,Kiran Banga Chhokar,Clemens Mader,Roger Petry,Detlev Lindau-Bank Pdf

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Mark Mifsud,Chris Shiel,Rudi Pretorius
Publisher : Springer
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319478951

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Handbook of Theory and Practice of Sustainable Development in Higher Education by Walter Leal Filho,Mark Mifsud,Chris Shiel,Rudi Pretorius Pdf

This Handbook approaches sustainable development in higher education from an integrated perspective, addressing the dearth of publications on the subject. It offers a unique overview of what universities around the world are doing to implement sustainable development (i.e. via curriculum innovation, research, activities, or practical projects) and how their efforts relate to education for sustainable development at the university level. The Handbook gathers a wealth of information, ideas, best practices and lessons learned in the context of executing concrete projects, and assesses methodological approaches to integrating the topic of sustainable development in university curricula. Lastly, it documents and disseminates the veritable treasure trove of practical experience currently available on sustainability in higher education.

Author : Walter Filho Leal,Amanda Lange Salvia,Fernanda Frankenberger
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-25
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781839104657

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Handbook on Teaching and Learning for Sustainable Development by Walter Filho Leal,Amanda Lange Salvia,Fernanda Frankenberger Pdf

Exploring the important role of education in both pursuing and implementing sustainable development, this timely Handbook highlights how teaching methods at schools and universities can impact the future. It looks at ways not only to inform students about matters related to sustainable development, but also to empower them to adopt behaviours and actions that lead to more sustainable lifestyles.

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Fernanda Frankenberger,Patricia Iglecias,Roberta Consentino Kronka Mülfarth
Publisher : Springer
Page : 909 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2018-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319768854

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Towards Green Campus Operations by Walter Leal Filho,Fernanda Frankenberger,Patricia Iglecias,Roberta Consentino Kronka Mülfarth Pdf

Matters related to sustainable development, albeit global in nature, are best handled at the local level. This line of thinking is particularly true to the higher education context, where the design and implementation of sustainability initiatives on campuses can demonstrate how a given university translates the principles of sustainable development into practice, at the institutional level. Yet, there is a paucity of specific events where a dialogue among sustainability academics and practitioners concerned with a) research, projects b) teaching and c) planning and infra-structure leading to campus greening takes place, so as to allow a transdisciplinary and cross-sectoral exchange of ideas and experiences on the issues, matters and problems at hand. It is against this background that this book has been prepared. It is one of the outcomes of the “First Symposium on Sustainability in University Campuses” (SSUC-2017) organised by the University of São Paulo in Brazil, Manchester Metropolitan University (UK), the Research and Transfer Centre “Applications of Life Sciences” of the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany), and the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP). This book showcases examples of campus-based research and teaching projects, regenerative campus design, low-carbon and zero carbon buildings, waste prevention, and resilient transport, among others. It also demonstrates the role of campuses as platforms for transformative social learning and research, and explores the means via which university campuses can be made more sustainable. The aims of this publication are as follows: i. to provide universities with an opportunity to obtain information on campus greening and sustainable campus development initiatives from round the world; ii. to document and promote information, ideas and experiences acquired in the execution of research, teaching and projects on campus greening and design, especially successful initiatives and good practice; iii. to introduce methodological approaches and projects which aim to integrate the topic of sustainable development in campus design and operations. This book entails contributions from researchers and practitioners in the field of campus greening and sustainable development in the widest sense, from business and economics, to arts, administration and environment.

Author : U.M. Azeiteiro,M. AKERMAN,W. Leal Filho,A.F.F. Setti,L.L. Brandli
Publisher : Springer
Page : 635 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319694740

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Lifelong Learning and Education in Healthy and Sustainable Cities by U.M. Azeiteiro,M. AKERMAN,W. Leal Filho,A.F.F. Setti,L.L. Brandli Pdf

This book presents essential insights into lifelong learning and education in healthy and sustainable cities, providing a basis for strategies to help achieve the 2030 Agenda sustainable development and health promotion goals. The interface between environment, health and lifelong learning is fundamental to attaining these goals, and as such, the book gathers interdisciplinary reflections from researchers, educators and other experts concerning the links between environmental quality, human health, human education and well-being, and addressing inequality, unplanned urbanization, migration, lifestyles, and consumption and production patterns. Topics include: Urban planning to address inequality in health and urban poverty; Healthy cities and healthy environments; Governance for sustainable development; Social determinants of health oriented on sustainable development goals; Education and lifelong learning for sustainability; Energy security, access and efficiency; Sustainable cities, buildings and infrastructure.

Author : Kim Beasy,Caroline Smith,Jane Watson
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 756 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-11-02
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789819938025

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Education and the UN Sustainable Development Goals by Kim Beasy,Caroline Smith,Jane Watson Pdf

This book focuses on the complex relationship between education and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and highlights how important context is for both critiquing and achieving the Goals though education, given the critical role teachers, schools and curriculum play in young people’s lives. Readers will find examples of thinking and practice across the spectrum of education and training sectors, both formal and informal. The book adds to the increasing body of literature that recognises that education is, and must be, in its praxis, at the heart of all the SDGs. As we enter the third decade of the 21st century, we have a clear understanding of the wicked and complex crises regarding the health of life on our planet, and we cannot ignore the high levels of anxiety our young people are experiencing about their future. Continuing in the direction of unsustainable exploitation of people and nature is no longer an option if life is to have a flourishing future. The book illustrates how SDGs are supported in and by education and training, showcasing the conditions necessary to ensure SDGs are fore fronted in policy reform. It includes real-world examples of SDGs in education and training contexts, as well as novel critiques of the SDGs in regard to their privileging of anthropocentrism and neoliberalism. This book is beneficial to academics, researchers, post graduate and tertiary students from all fields relating to education and training. It is also of interest to policy developers from across disciplines and government agencies who are interested in how the SDGs relate to education.

Author : Magdalena Ziolo,Beata Zofia Filipiak,Blanka Tundys
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030720988

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Sustainability in Bank and Corporate Business Models by Magdalena Ziolo,Beata Zofia Filipiak,Blanka Tundys Pdf

The book explains the impact of bank business models on company business models by discussing the relationship among banks decision-making processes, sustainable values creation in company business models, and ESG risk. The monograph provides a combination of financial and management-related activities, in the context of bank business models, taking into account the concept of sustainability, and will be of particular interest to both in-house practitioners, giving them innovative knowledge about the models presented and used, and to students and young researchers. The project is financed within the framework of the program of the Minister of Science and Higher Education under the name „Regional Excellence Initiative” in the years 2019 – 2022; project number 001/RID/2018/19; the amount of financing PLN 10,684,000.00.

Author : Alhassan, Yahaya,Nwagbara, Uzoechi
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781799875017

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Microfinance and Sustainable Development in Africa by Alhassan, Yahaya,Nwagbara, Uzoechi Pdf

The use of microfinance for poverty reduction and economic development in the developing world is growing. However, this concept needs to be expanded to ensure its successful application for achieving longer-term economic growth and sustainability in developing countries, particularly in parts of the world such as Africa. As such, further research into the relationship between microfinance and sustainable development in developing regions is required to fully understand the opportunities for effective use of microfinance for poverty reduction and economic development. Microfinance and Sustainable Development in Africa examines the complex relationship between receipt of microfinance, poverty reduction, economic growth, and microbusiness development, focusing on the provision of small credit facilities as a driver of sustainable development in Africa. Its coverage of topics such as microbusiness, social finance, and sustainable development make this book an ideal reference source for academicians, researchers, government officials, policymakers, organizations, managers, instructors, and students.

Author : Baporikar, Neeta
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2023-04-25
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781668497135

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Leadership and Governance for Sustainability by Baporikar, Neeta Pdf

Although the study of governance is not new, it has only been recognized in the last two decades as being a crucial factor for organizational success. Successful implementation and the practice of governance in the public sector improves organizational performance through increased efficiency, productivity, quality, and innovation to support sustainability. Leadership and Governance for Sustainability provides critical research on concepts that influence sustainable development policy and examines the role of governance in current development discourse. Covering topics such as governance frameworks, sustainable development, and collaborative government models, this book is ideal for policymakers, government officials, academicians, students, researchers, sustainability advocacy groups, and more.

Author : Walter Leal Filho
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030692841

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COVID-19: Paving the Way for a More Sustainable World by Walter Leal Filho Pdf

This book gathers and disseminates opinions, viewpoints, studies, forecasts, and practical projects which illustrate the various pathways sustainability research and practice may follow in the future, as the world recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic and prepares itself to the possibilities of having to cope with similar crisis, a product of the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP) https://www.haw-hamburg.de/en/ftz-nk/programmes/iusdrp.html and the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR) https://esssr.eu/. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to severe human suffering, and to substantial damages to economies around the globe, affecting both rich countries and developing ones. The aftermath of the epidemic is also expected to be felt for sometime. This will also include a wide range of impacts in the ways sustainable development is perceived, and how the principles of sustainability are practised. There is now a pressing need to generate new literature on the connections between COVID-19 and sustainability. This is so for two main reasons. Firstly, the world crisis triggered by COVID-19 has severely damaged the world economy, worsening poverty, causing hardships, and endangering livelihoods. Together, these impacts may negatively influence the implementation of sustainable development as a whole, and of the UN Sustainable Development Goals in particular. These potential and expected impacts need to be better understood and quantified, hence providing a support basis for future recovery efforts. Secondly, the shutdown caused by COVID-19 has also been having a severe impact on teaching and research, especially –but not only – on matters related to sustainability. This may also open new opportunities (e.g. less travel, more Internet-based learning), which should be explored further, especially in the case of future pandemics, a scenario which cannot be excluded. The book meets these perceived needs.

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Anabela Marisa Azul,Federica Doni,Amanda Lange Salvia
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1984 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2023-08-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031045608

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Handbook of Sustainability Science in the Future by Walter Leal Filho,Anabela Marisa Azul,Federica Doni,Amanda Lange Salvia Pdf

Humanity will have to cope with many problems in the coming decades: for instance, the world population is likely grow to to 8,8 billion people by 2035. Also, changing climate conditions are negatively affecting the livelihoods of millions of people. In particular, environmental disasters are causing substantial damages to properties. From a social perspective, the inequalities between rich and poor nations are becoming even deeper, and in many countries, conflicts between national and international interest groups are intensifying.The above state of affairs suggest that a broader understanding of the trends which may lead to a more sustainable world is needed, especially those which may pave the way for future developments. In other words, we need to pave the way for sustainable futures.Consistent with this reality, the proposed Encyclopedia of Sustainability Futures aims to identify, document and disseminate ideas, experiences and visions from scientists, member of nongovernmental organisations, decision-makers industry representatives and citizens, on themes and issues which will be important in pursuing sustainable future scenarios. In particular, the publication will focus on scientific aspects, as well as on social and economic ones, also considering matters related to financing and infra-structures, which are important in pursuing a sustainable future.The Encyclopedia of Sustainability Futures will involve the contributing authors in line with theprinciple of co-generation, from across a wide range of disciplines, e.g. education and social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, the arts, languages etc, with papers adopting a long-term sustainability perspective, with a time horizon until 2050. The focus will be on themes which are felt as important in the future, and the chapters are expected to interest and motivate a world audience.This book is part of the "100 papers to accelerate the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals initiative"!

Author : Seema Joshi,Ruchi Kansil
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789819934010

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Looking at and Beyond Corporate Governance in India by Seema Joshi,Ruchi Kansil Pdf

This book explores theoretical and empirical perspectives on corporate governance and sustainability and reflects upon India’s three decades of corporate governance reforms. It provides a solid base of information culled from extensive empirical research. It will contribute to the 2030 agenda of the United Nations on Sustainable Development Goals by lighting the way forward and enhancing the convergence of corporate governance with sustainability in business entities. Adopting a credible and uniform sustainability reporting framework and cultivating a pervasive “sustainability culture” through effective “sustainability leadership” has become a business imperative. It will be highly relevant for all stakeholders, including shareholders, boards of directors, managers, academicians, and researchers, and it will empower, enrich, and enable them to gain more conceptual clarity and empirical understanding of corporate governance and sustainability issues. In addition, it shows the pathway for policymakers and practitioners to address the myriad challenges that emanate from sustainability by suggesting new approaches emerging in the critical domain of corporate governance.

Author : Walter Leal Filho,Maria Alzira Pimenta Dinis,Sara Moggi,Elizabeth Price,Alex Hope
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1576 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-08-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031174612

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SDGs in the European Region by Walter Leal Filho,Maria Alzira Pimenta Dinis,Sara Moggi,Elizabeth Price,Alex Hope Pdf

This volume describes the thinking on sustainable development and a variety of initiatives across Europe, illustrating regional efforts to foster sustainable communities and ecological and social innovation. It contains various contributions which showcase examples of thinking, economic and social structures and in consumption and production patterns needed, to implement the SDGs. This book is part of the "100 papers to accelerate the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals initiative".