SDGs in the European Region (Implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals – Regional Perspectives)

Series Preface Volume Preface Contents About the Editor-in-Chief About the Editors About the Associate Editors Contributors Part I: Research Perspectives Hot and Cold Extreme Temperature Risk and Resilience in the Baltic Sea Region: Agricultural Aspects Introduction Climate Change, Risks, and Adaptation in Crop Production Spatial and Time Series of Abnormal Climatic Changes Regional Specifics of Agricultural and Environmental Risks Temperature Effects on Winter Wheat Yields Examples of Adaptation: Regional Specifics Conclusions References Internet Sources Optimal Control Approaches to Sustainability Under Uncertainty Introduction to Sustainability Concepts Optimization, Sustainability, and Uncertainty Toward a Quantitative View of Sustainability A Gallery of Models Social Welfare Criteria, Criticism, and Uncertainty for the Future The Viability Approach to Sustainability Fundamental Concepts in the Deterministic Case Sustainability, Viability, and Maximin Approaches Viability Theory in a Stochastic Framework Characterization of Sustainability Through Indicators Optimal Control Approaches Deterministic Optimal Control Stochastic Optimal Control Uncertainty and Space Conclusions References Impact of Recreants on the Destruction of Aeolian Complexes: Vistula (Baltic) Spit, Kaliningrad Region Introduction Characteristics of Natural and Economic Conditions of the Vistula Spit The Morphodynamic Background and Results of Previous Studies Experimental Studies of Anthropogenic Movement of Sand Material on Coastal Dune Slopes Conclusions Cross-References References Conservation and Restoration of Coastal Lagoons in the Northern Baltic Sea Introduction The Status of Coastal Lagoons and the Need of Restoration Physical Restoration of Dredged Lagoons Measured Ecological Effects of the Restorations Toward Improving the Conservation Status of Coastal Lagoons Conclusion References SDG 8, Decent Work, and Post-Covid Recovery: Policy Implications, Challenges, and Opportunities in the UK Introduction SDG 8 and the Decent Work Agenda The Concept and Theoretical Groundings of Decent Work Decent Work and SDGs How to Measure Decent Work Decent Work Policy Development Challenges and Obstacles Decent Work Policy Development in the UK The Context The SDG Context in the UK Decent Work in the UK UK Government´s Decent Work Policies Taylor Review Good Work Plan 2018 Other Policy Initiatives Decent Work and Other Stakeholders Impact of the Covid-19 Crisis on Work and Employment in the UK Covid-19 in the UK Impact of Covid on Labor Market Toward Post-Covid Recovery: Economic Recovery and Employment Implications for Developing UK´s Post-Covid Decent Work Policies Policies Pertaining Decent, Good, or Quality Work Policy Development at National and Local Levels Human-Centered Post-Covid Decent Work Policies Conclusion Cross-References References Slowing Down the Achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and COVID-19 Pandemic Introduction Goal 6 on Clean Water and Sanitation Goal 12 on Responsible Production and Consumption and Their Association with Goal 2 on Zero Hunger Goal 13 on Climate Action Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Sustainable Development Goals Theoretical Bases of the Environmental Assessment Life Cycle Assessment Water Footprint Assessment Case Study Food Consumption Data Environmental Indicators Carbon Footprint Water Footprint Results Dietary Changes Average Composition of the Spanish Dietary Pattern Trends in per Capita Food Consumption in Spain for the Years 2019-2021 Impact of COVID-19 on Responsible Production and Consumption (SDG 12) Carbon Footprint: Climate Action (SDG 13) Carbon Footprint Assessment Trends in Spanish Dietary Carbon Footprint for the Years 2019-2021 Impact of COVID-19 on Climate Action (Goal 13) Water Footprint: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6) Water Footprint Assessment Trends in Spanish Dietary Water Footprint for the Years 2019-2021 Impact of COVID-19 on Clean Water and Sanitation (Goal 6) Policy Implications Conclusion and Future Outlook References Collateral Damage: War in Ukraine Endangers Food Security in Africa Introduction Collateral Damage: How Food Security Is Endangered Implications and Future Trends Conclusion References Urban Sustainability and SDGs Implementation Between Regional Strategy and Local Practice: Case of Sardinia Introduction Background: Sustainable Development and SDGs Evaluation and Monitoring in Italy The Strategy for Sustainable Development at National and Regional Level in Italy: Structure, Mission, and Goals Toward an Evaluation Model for SRSvS Implementation at Micro-urban Level Methodology Results and Discussion Link with the Regional Strategy (SRSvS) Conclusions References Peripheral Euroregions Job Challenges: Administrative Work in Galicia-North Portugal Introduction The Impact of the Digital Transformation and on the Workforce Drivers of Change Before COVID-19 Social Economic Technological Demographic Changes Brought by COVID-19 Old Abilities Inequality and Gender Disparities Future Trends The Case of the Administrative Workers: The Case of Portugal and Spain Portugal and Spain: Current Scenario The Administrative Profession Competencies and Skills Needed in a Disruptive Scenario Final Remarks and Reflection References Duty of Legal Eco-innovation for Sustainability Introduction: Polycrisis and the ``Green Swan´´ in the Anthropocene Awareness of Climate and Ecological Crisis Legal Declarations of Climate and Environmental Emergency International Effects: Innovative Measures in the External Relations of the European Union Internal Effects: Legal Effectiveness of European Climate and Environmental Laws Legal Foundations of the Eco-innovation Principle The Law-Innovation Nexus Eco-innovation Law and Legal Eco-innovation Processes of Legal Eco-innovation Degrees of Legal Eco-innovation Outcomes of Legal Eco-innovation Eco-innovation as a Core Principle in the European Green Deal Conclusion: Legal Eco-innovation as a Response to the Climate and Ecological Emergency References Decolonising Regional Perspectives for Implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals Introduction Integral Critical Systems Contexts and the Nexus of Crises What Is the Purpose and Intention of the SDGs as a Whole? The SDGs and Their Effectiveness Climate, Species and Culture The Question of Cultural Values Mapping Histories: The Colonial Paradigm Slavery and Global Economics Colonial Education Impunity and the Myths of Democracy Regional Perspectives Concepts of Regionality: Why Four Regions? Comparing the Proposed Four Regions Mapping Realities and Imaginaries Regional Interdependencies Decolonial Futures: `Global Citizenship, Otherwise´ Creating Capacity for Change Words and Worlds Apart Decolonising the Education Sector Decolonising Universities Conclusion: Another Western Concept References Passivhaus Standard as a Social Housing Model in the UK: Barriers and Opportunities Introduction Green Building Standard and Passivhaus The Passivhaus Standard The Passivhaus Planning Package (PHPP) The Passivhaus System Passivhaus and SDGs Barriers and Opportunities in Delivering Passivhaus Social Housing Delivery Team End Users´ Experience Implementing Passivhaus as a Social Housing Model RIBA Stage 0: Initiation - Balancing Value and Affordability RIBA Stage 0-1: Planning - Choosing the Appropriate Procurement Route RIBA Stage 1-2: Design - Passivhaus as Part of the Initial Brief RIBA Stage 3-4: Details - A Robust Envelope and an Integrated Delivery Team RIBA Stage 5: Construction - Qualified Passivhaus Contractors and on-site Monitoring RIBA Stage 6-7: Handover - Occupants as Part of the Passivhaus System Summary References Multi-level Governance of Sustainability Transition in the European Union Introduction Nature-Based Solutions and Sustainability An Overview of MLG in the EU with a Focus on Sustainability Transition and NBS Mainstreaming and Promotion Coordination and Cooperation Responsibility and Competence Delegation Funding Allocation Assessment Standardization Final Remarks Cross-References References Sustainable Food Chains to Achieve SDG-12 in Europe: Perspectives from Multi-stakeholders Initiatives Introduction The Food Supply Chain Stages, Actors, and Associated Emissions Methods Results Discussion Conclusion References Brands and Consumers with a Purpose: Evidence from Türkiye Introduction Development of Sustainability in Türkiye Sustainable Development Goals and Türkiye Sustainable Consumption in Türkiye: Barriers and Motivators Sustainable Brands in Türkiye Conclusion References Nature-Based Solutions for Flood Risk Reduction: North Sea Region, Flat Coasts and Estuaries Introduction Diversity of Coasts and Estuaries in the NSR and Their Challenges Diversity of Coasts Diversity of Estuaries Challenges General Challenges in the NSR Challenges in Flooding Risk Reduction Nature-Based Solutions in Flood Risk Reduction in the NSR Flat Coasts and Estuaries Types and Principles of NbS Types of NbS Principles of NbS NbS to Enhance Coastal Resilience and Flood Risk Reduction by Biodiversity Potential of Flora in Flood Risk Reduction Potential of Fauna in Flood Risk Reduction Potential of Algae in Flood Risk Reduction Connectivity and Scale Dependency of NbS in Flood Risk Reduction Connectivity of NbS Scale Dependency of NbS Values and Limitations of NbS in Flood Risk Reduction Conclusion References Geographies of Marginality in Europe: Space, People, and Politics Introduction Geographies of Marginality or Geographies of Marginal Areas The (Geographical) Complexities of Pandemic(s) in Marginal Geographical Areas Regional Approaches to Marginality in Europe European Politics and Policies in Marginal Spaces and People Singular Cases of Marginal Rural Areas Conclusion References Sustainably Driven Telemedicine for Chronic Illness Patient Satisfaction: Pre and Post Pandemic Introduction Telemedicine and Telehealth Telemedicine in Europe Prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic Telemedicine in Europe Through and After the COVID-19 Pandemic Sustainability-Driven Telemedicine Meeting Healthcare Needs Remotely Chronic and Rare Disease Patients Health Care Professionals Promoting the SDGs Conclusions References Carbon Dioxide Removal in SDGs and Nationally Determined Contributions Introduction Net Zero Emissions and the Paris Agreement Sustainable Development and Climate Change Mitigation Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) for Climate Change Mitigation Policy Perspective for the European Union Technology Perspective Linking CDR, SDGs, and NDCs Approach: Energy System Modeling Conclusion References Part II: Educational and Communication Perspectives Education for Sustainable Development: Policy and Practice in Wales Introduction The Context for Education for Sustainable Development in Wales The Changing Welsh Education Landscape A Review of Policy and Practice Discussion Learning Content and Learning Dimensions External Influencers Cultural Diversity and Tolerance Environmental Sustainability Professional Standards for Teachers Other Processes Conclusion References Empowering the Academic Community Towards a Sustainable Environment in the Post-pandemic Period Introduction Current Climate Crisis Situation: Parameters Affecting Climate in Europe Temperature Rise-Droughts-Wildfires Temperature Rise-Ice Melting-Floods-Water Quality EU Framework for Climate Action COVID-19 Pandemic Effects on the Climate Crisis in Europe Prior the COVID-19 Pandemic COVID-19 as a Public Health Emergency Climate Change and COVID-19 Pandemic SDGs Framework for the Environment: Main Targets of the SDGs Related to Climate Change The Impact of the Academic Community Towards Creating a Sustainable Environment Overview of Practices from Higher Educational Institutions in Europe on Sustainable Development Southern European Region Critical Appraisal: Proposals for Further Actions from Higher Education Institutions Towards Sustainable Development in the Po... References Commitment of Universities in Poland to Sustainable Development Introduction University Activity in Pursuit of Sustainable Development Major Domains of University Activity in Pursuing Sustainable Development University Education for Sustainable Development Domains of Commitment to Sustainable Development at Polish Universities Institutional and Legal Determinants of Higher Education Activities for Sustainable Development in Poland Activities of Polish Universities in Pursuing Sustainable Development References to Sustainable Development in Strategies of Polish Universities Cross-References References Investing in Children for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Turkey: Case of Eco-School Program Introduction Sustainable Development Goals: Background and General Scope Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Turkey: Efforts and Needs Issues in Environmental Policymaking Investing in Children for a Sustainable Environmental Policy: Environmental Education The ``Eco-School Program´´: An Environmental Education Tool for Children? Research Design of a Study on the ``Eco-School Program´´ in Ankara Province Results ``Eco-School Program´´ in Practice: Steps, Requirements, and Control Mechanism Gains and Outputs on Children´s Environmental Awareness Aspects Open to Improvement Discussion Conclusion References Sustainable Development in Higher Education: Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences Introduction Finnish Higher Education System Cocreation of the SD Program Content of the Sustainable, Responsible, and Carbon-Neutral Universities of Applied Sciences Program Implementing the Program Finnish UASs Personnel´s Opinions on SD Toward Carbon Neutrality, Sustainability Competences, and Developing an RDI Handbook Reflection Next Steps References Skyros Project: Testbed for an Innovative Environmental Communication Services Model Introduction The Current Situation SDGs Complexity: The Collaboration Perspective Communication Obstacles The Need for a New Approach Planetary Health as a System Approach Ecosystem Services Ecosystems Services and Communication Environmental Communication as the Narrative Skyros Project as an Intervention Description X-raying of the Components of the Skyros Project (Structure) Graph Skyros Project Operations (Processes or Function) Portraying the Skyros Project Services Which Provide the Outcome (Benefit-Providing Service) Place-Based Education The Skyros Project´s Summer Academy of Environmental Educators Internship at the Port Environmental Kids Camp Marine and Tourism Observatory Trash Art Lab Conclusions References Democratia-Aqua-Technica Initiative: Cross-Media Approach for Developing Sustainable Projects Introduction Tools of the Cross-Media Approach Innovation Process and Implementation Creative Collaboration Through Hackathons Hackathon (in Presence) Online and Hybrid Hackathon Gamification Gamification in Hackathons Story Challenge Competition Cooperation Process Flow CORE Principle Networking Comparison with Other Projects and Initiatives Outcomes of Using the Cross-Media Approach How to Hackathon Conclusion and Outlook References No Transition Without Transformation: Educating Sustainability Introduction and Background The Global Context: The Transition from a SPOD World to VUCA and BANI The Higher Education Context: Leading Transformation in Highly Complex Transitional Contexts An Itinerary for the Transition to Higher Orders of ESD Learning Learning Spaces in University: The Medium Is the Message Inter and Transdisciplinarity as Main Ingredient for New Learning Spaces Living Labs as Learning Space for ESD: Social Innovation and Experimentation as Drivers of Learning Learning Methodologies Guiding Conscious and Emergent Learning Environments Inside of Living Labs Project-Based Learning and Problem-Based Learning Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) Community Service Learning Mission-Oriented Learning Conclusions Glossary References Sustainable Development in Higher Education: Promoting Mental Wellbeing During and Beyond Covid-19 Introduction The Effects of Covid-19 on Higher Education The Effects of Covid-19 on Student Wellbeing The Effects of Covid-19 on Staff Wellbeing Trauma and Its Impact on Higher Education Practices That Could Promote Wellbeing in HE A Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework Practising Self-care by Adopting an Authentic Leadership Framework Trauma-Informed Educational Provision Tackling Social Isolation Giving Voice to Academic Staff Moving Forward in Higher Education Conclusion References Clinical Legal Education in Europe and Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals Introduction The Growth of Clinical Legal Education Clinical Legal Education and Sustainable Development Goals in Europe SDG1: No Poverty SDG4: Quality Education SDG5: Gender Equality SDG10: Reduced Inequalities Limitations of Clinical Legal Education Collaboration to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals Conclusion References Tertiary Education Accessibility and Affordability: SDG 4.3 in Visegrad Countries Introduction Methodology Affordability Education Costs Living Costs Composite Costs in Median Income Ratio Loans Accessibility Adult Education Level in the Population Intake Rate Visa Procedure Average Income of People with Tertiary Education Results and Discussion Affordability Educational and Living Costs Composite Cost in Median Income Ratio Loans Accessibility Adult Education Level in the Population Intake Rate Visa Procedure The Average Income of People with Tertiary Education and Government Investment into Tertiary Education in V4 Countries Conclusion Cross-References References Dataset 1 Tackling Sustainable Development Issues via Theatre and Performing Poetry Introduction Sustainable Development, Human Beings, Responsibility, and Culture The Performing Arts, Transformation, and Education Imagination and Sustainable Development via Theatre Approach Ask New Questions for Learning and Actions Sustainable Development and Eco-theatres Examples of Theatre and Sustainable Development Expression SDGs via Theatre Actions Fostered by the EU Performing Poetry, Sensoriality, and Health Conclusions References Part III: Business-Related Perspectives Renewable Energy Transition in Portugal, Balance, and Perspectives: Opportunities for SDG 7 Introduction Energy Resources: An Overview Fossil Fuels and Associated Environmental Impacts Global Impacts on Climate Change Impacts on Public Health Reduction of Impacts Associated with the Emission of Pollutants for Energy Production from Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Resources Hydro Energy Wind Energy Solar Energy Biomass Energy Biofuels Geothermal Energy Wave Energy Temporal Evolution of Energy Production from Nonrenewable and Renewable Energy Resources at World Level Temporal Evolution of Renewable Energy Production in Portugal Hydroelectric Energy in Portugal Wind Energy in Portugal Solar Energy in Portugal Biomass Energy in Portugal Biofuels Geothermal Energy in Portugal Wave Energy in Portugal Global Assessment of Renewable Energy Exploration in Portugal Final Remarks References European Healthcare and Biotechnology-Related Mutual Funds and Sustainable Development During COVID-19 Introduction Institutional Background Research Method Sample Selection Variable Construction Fund Flows Fund Category Fund Performance Other Variables Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Fund Financial Performance Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Fund Financial Performance During the Pre-pandemic and COVID-19 Periods Managerial Abilities of Biotechnology and Healthcare Mutual Fund Managers Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Fund Financial Performance and Investors´ Behaviour Investor Behaviour Towards Raw Return of Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Funds Investors Behaviour to Risk-Adjusted Return of Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Funds Conclusions References Unplanned Railway Maintenance of Highspeed Railway Systems Exposed to Extreme Weather Conditions Introduction Technical Issues Related to Engineering Practice Influences of Extreme Climate Effects of Extreme Climate Conditions on Disruptions and Maintenance Activities of Railway Tracks Extreme Cold Extreme Heat Floods Analysis of Railway Damage Cost Caused by Extreme Conditions in EU Knowledge Gap Case Studies and Policies for Climate Resilience Analysis of Railway Maintenance Costs Caused by Extreme Conditions in Turkey Case Study: Flood Incident Occurred in Ankara-Eskisehir HSR Line - Analysis of Flood-Induced Maintenance & Renewal Costs Conclusion References Environmental Monitoring: European and Belarusian Experience Introduction European Systems of Environmental Monitoring The Space Segment of Copernicus The Ground Segment of Copernicus Examples of Copernicus Missions Implementing Environmental Monitoring in Belarus Example: Results of Ozone Monitoring The Space Segment of NSMOS Conclusion References Illustration of How Industry and Institutions in Germany Impact the SDGs Introduction Agenda 2030 for a More Sustainable Future SDG 12: Required Activities and German Engagement SDG 13: Required Activities and German Engagement SDG 17: Required Activities and German Engagement Company Examples to Achieve the Selected SDGs from a German Perspective Battery Industry Case Study Focusing on SDGs 12, 13 and 17: SVOLT Energy Technology (Europe) GmbH Climate Institute Case, Focusing on SDGs 13 and 17: NRW.Energy4Climate - The North Rhine-Westphalian State Agency for Energy a... The Transformation of All Sectors Is Needed NRW.Energy4Climate Picks Up the Pace The Objectives and Tasks of the State Agency To Identify Necessary Innovations and Frameworks To Determine Investment and Funding Needs To Connect and Initiate To Support Action at the Community Level The Guiding Principle: Together, with All Our Energy Case of the JARO Institute for Sustainability and Digitalisation e.V. Capacity-Building for Procurement Professionals to Establish Sustainable Purchasing Practices The JARO Academy Deep Insights into Strategic Sourcing Processes Collaboration as the Key to Success Summary References Toward Sustainable Infrastructural Megaprojects Introduction Sustainable Infrastructure and Megaprojects Infrastructural Megaprojects The ``Size´´ of Infrastructure´s Boom at a Global Scale Sustainable Infrastructure Megaproject Social Responsibility Sustainable Infrastructure Framework Economic, Social, and Environmental Sustainability Institutional Sustainability The Role of Dialogic Accounting (DA) for Sustainable Infrastructure Conclusion Cross-References References Kaliningrad Region as Sustainable Destination for Rehabilitation and Medical Tourism Introduction COVID-19 and Rehabilitation from Its Consequences Case-Study of Kaliningrad Region as Destination for Rehabilitation After COVID-19 Children´s Rehabilitation from COVID-19 Consequences in Kaliningrad Region Forecast of Development Medical Tourism in Kaliningrad Region Connected with Rehabilitation from COVID-19 References Financing Sustainability Change in Germany: SDG Implementation in UmweltBank AG Introduction A New Mainstream Lays the Foundations for Change in the Finance Industry UmweltBank: Good Practice in Sustaining a Healthy Environment The Origin of Germany´s Greenest Bank Foundation and Genuine Differentiation of UmweltBank First Strategy and Core Competitors of UmweltBank Development of a New Green Finance Market in Germany Economic Success and the Risk of Stagnation for UmweltBank Shaping the Future of Sustainable Banking in Practice From Agenda 21 to Agenda 2030 Renewing UmweltBank How to Build a Road to Sustainability Corporate Culture Sustainability Competence Potential for Sustainability Impact Setting Priorities Targets, Scale, and Figures Implementation, Reporting, and Communication How UmweltBank Drove on the Road to Sustainability SDG Implementation in UmweltBank AG: Worthwhile on the Whole Line! References Stress Testing the Climate: SDG Scenarios for Financial Services in Europe Introduction Climate Change Scenarios Overview Previous Scenarios Sustainability Considerations Areas for Development SDG/ESG Relationship and Interactions Proposed Developments Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis Conclusions, Limitations, and Next Steps References Slovak Waste Management Aspects and European Union Strategies Introduction Development of Public Administration and Competencies in the Waste Sector in Slovakia Waste Programs in Slovakia Cooperation in Waste Management Between State Administration and Self-Government in the Slovak Republic Circular Economy in European Union and Slovakia Legislation in the Field of Waste in the EU and the Slovak Republic European Legislation Slovak Legislation Discussion Conclusion References Social Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development in Sparsely Populated Areas Introduction Purpose of This Chapter Methodology Description of the Municipalities in the Regions of Jämtland and Västernorrland The Municipalities of Jämtland County The Municipalities of Västernorrland County Findings and Discussion Concepts and Definitions of Traditional Entrepreneurship, Societal Entrepreneurship, and Social Entrepreneurship Challenges in the Municipalities Cooperation Among the Stakeholders in the Municipality Conclusions References Social Capital´s Role in SDG 3 of 2030 Agenda: Promoting Health and Well-Being Introduction Health and Well-Being What Is Health? What Is the Well-Being? Health and Well-Being: Two Related Concepts Social Capital Theory Social Capital and Sustainable Development Social Capital in the Promotion of SDG 3: Health and Well-Being Social Capital and Health Social Capital and Well-Being The Social Network, Its Expressive and Instrumental Functionality, and Its Effect on Well-Being Social Capital and Its Potential Risks to Well-Being Conclusions References Sustainable Maritime Transport: European Policy Perspective and Potential Impact Introduction The International Policy Framework Overview of Available Technologies and Fuels Market-Based-Measures The European Policy Framework The Revised EU-ETS System EU Taxonomy Assessment of European Policies Conclusion and Final Remarks References Sustainable Transportation in Finnish-Russian Context via Road Infrastructure Development Introduction Sustainable Development Goals and Green Road Map Preliminary Survey on Environmentally Sustainable Road Transportation Survey Results Discussion and Conclusions References Extremadura´s Small and Medium Livestock Enterprises and Sustainable Development Goals Introduction Literature Review Livestock Companies in Extremadura and the SDGs Public Policies and Guides The Real Commitment to the SDGs Conclusions References SDG Advocacy on the Isle of Man: Business Versus Biosphere Perspective Introduction SDGs on the Isle of Man SDG 1: No Poverty - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 2: No Hunger - Challenges Remain SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being - Challenges Remain SDG 4: Quality Education - Met to a Limited Extent SDG 5: Gender Equality - Challenges Remain SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation - Minor Challenges Remain SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - Met SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure - Challenges Remain SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities - Challenges Remain SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 12: Responsible Production and Consumption - Challenges Remain SDG 13: Climate Action - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 14: Life Below Water - SDG Met SDG 15: Life on Land - SDG Met SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions - Some Challenges Remain SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals - Challenges Remain Conclusion Cross-References References Implementation of SDGs 5 and 8 of the 2030 Agenda in the Tourism Industry in the Countries of the European Union Introduction State of the Art: Theoretical Framework Methodology and Statistical Sources Empirical Results Economic Development Development in Tourism and Decent Work Gender Equality and Tourism in the EU Concluding Thoughts References New Solar Photovoltaics Trends Toward Sustainable Development Goals Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics Role Toward Achieving SDGs in the European Region Solar Photovoltaics Technologies and Performance The Photoelectric Effect Solar Cells and Module Technologies: A Race Toward the Highest Efficiency Materials, Manufacturing, and the European Photovoltaics Industry The EU´s Critical Raw Materials List Alternative Strategies Toward High-Efficiency Photovoltaics Cooling Techniques Passive Cooling Active Cooling Cleaning Methods Active Cleaning Methods Passive Cleaning Methods Photovoltaics and Thermoelectric Generators Hybrid PV/T Systems Environmental Impact of Solar Photovoltaics Present and Future Perspective of Solar Photovoltaics Toward Sustainable Development Goals Global Market and the European Perspective Policies in the European Region The Key Role of PV in Guaranteeing Energy Supply in Europe Conclusions References Hybrid Technologies and Formats as Innovative Drivers for CO2 Reduction of a Global Event Industry Introduction SDG and Sustainability in the Event Industry Event Industry: Sustainability Approach and SDG Virtual Event Participation: Solution Approach for the CO2 Reduction? From Event Technology to Hybrid Technology: Driver of Innovative Solutions New Impulses of Technological Innovations in the Event Industry New ``Realities´´ as Drivers of Immersive Event Technology Virtual Reality Augmented Reality Mixed Reality Extended Reality Visual Effects AI-Based Matchmaking Business Models in the Event Industry Hybridization: Challenges for New Event Business Models Regionalization and Hubs as Business Model Hybridity and SDG in the Event Industry: Perspectives and Challenges Conclusion Cross-References References Part IV: Linking Theory and Practice Application of the 2030 Agenda in the Principality of Asturias (Spain) Introduction On the Pathway to At Series Preface Volume Preface Contents About the Editor-in-Chief About the Editors About the Associate Editors Contributors Part I: Research Perspectives Hot and Cold Extreme Temperature Risk and Resilience in the Baltic Sea Region: Agricultural Aspects Introduction Climate Change, Risks, and Adaptation in Crop Production Spatial and Time Series of Abnormal Climatic Changes Regional Specifics of Agricultural and Environmental Risks Temperature Effects on Winter Wheat Yields Examples of Adaptation: Regional Specifics Conclusions References Internet Sources Optimal Control Approaches to Sustainability Under Uncertainty Introduction to Sustainability Concepts Optimization, Sustainability, and Uncertainty Toward a Quantitative View of Sustainability A Gallery of Models Social Welfare Criteria, Criticism, and Uncertainty for the Future The Viability Approach to Sustainability Fundamental Concepts in the Deterministic Case Sustainability, Viability, and Maximin Approaches Viability Theory in a Stochastic Framework Characterization of Sustainability Through Indicators Optimal Control Approaches Deterministic Optimal Control Stochastic Optimal Control Uncertainty and Space Conclusions References Impact of Recreants on the Destruction of Aeolian Complexes: Vistula (Baltic) Spit, Kaliningrad Region Introduction Characteristics of Natural and Economic Conditions of the Vistula Spit The Morphodynamic Background and Results of Previous Studies Experimental Studies of Anthropogenic Movement of Sand Material on Coastal Dune Slopes Conclusions Cross-References References Conservation and Restoration of Coastal Lagoons in the Northern Baltic Sea Introduction The Status of Coastal Lagoons and the Need of Restoration Physical Restoration of Dredged Lagoons Measured Ecological Effects of the Restorations Toward Improving the Conservation Status of Coastal Lagoons Conclusion References SDG 8, Decent Work, and Post-Covid Recovery: Policy Implications, Challenges, and Opportunities in the UK Introduction SDG 8 and the Decent Work Agenda The Concept and Theoretical Groundings of Decent Work Decent Work and SDGs How to Measure Decent Work Decent Work Policy Development Challenges and Obstacles Decent Work Policy Development in the UK The Context The SDG Context in the UK Decent Work in the UK UK Government ́s Decent Work Policies Taylor Review Good Work Plan 2018 Other Policy Initiatives Decent Work and Other Stakeholders Impact of the Covid-19 Crisis on Work and Employment in the UK Covid-19 in the UK Impact of Covid on Labor Market Toward Post-Covid Recovery: Economic Recovery and Employment Implications for Developing UK ́s Post-Covid Decent Work Policies Policies Pertaining Decent, Good, or Quality Work Policy Development at National and Local Levels Human-Centered Post-Covid Decent Work Policies Conclusion Cross-References References Slowing Down the Achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and COVID-19 Pandemic Introduction Goal 6 on Clean Water and Sanitation Goal 12 on Responsible Production and Consumption and Their Association with Goal 2 on Zero Hunger Goal 13 on Climate Action Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Sustainable Development Goals Theoretical Bases of the Environmental Assessment Life Cycle Assessment Water Footprint Assessment Case Study Food Consumption Data Environmental Indicators Carbon Footprint Water Footprint Results Dietary Changes Average Composition of the Spanish Dietary Pattern Trends in per Capita Food Consumption in Spain for the Years 2019-2021 Impact of COVID-19 on Responsible Production and Consumption (SDG 12) Carbon Footprint: Climate Action (SDG 13) Carbon Footprint Assessment Trends in Spanish Dietary Carbon Footprint for the Years 2019-2021 Impact of COVID-19 on Climate Action (Goal 13) Water Footprint: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6) Water Footprint Assessment Trends in Spanish Dietary Water Footprint for the Years 2019-2021 Impact of COVID-19 on Clean Water and Sanitation (Goal 6) Policy Implications Conclusion and Future Outlook References Collateral Damage: War in Ukraine Endangers Food Security in Africa Introduction Collateral Damage: How Food Security Is Endangered Implications and Future Trends Conclusion References Urban Sustainability and SDGs Implementation Between Regional Strategy and Local Practice: Case of Sardinia Introduction Background: Sustainable Development and SDGs Evaluation and Monitoring in Italy The Strategy for Sustainable Development at National and Regional Level in Italy: Structure, Mission, and Goals Toward an Evaluation Model for SRSvS Implementation at Micro-urban Level Methodology Results and Discussion Link with the Regional Strategy (SRSvS) Conclusions References Peripheral Euroregions Job Challenges: Administrative Work in Galicia-North Portugal Introduction The Impact of the Digital Transformation and on the Workforce Drivers of Change Before COVID-19 Social Economic Technological Demographic Changes Brought by COVID-19 Old Abilities Inequality and Gender Disparities Future Trends The Case of the Administrative Workers: The Case of Portugal and Spain Portugal and Spain: Current Scenario The Administrative Profession Competencies and Skills Needed in a Disruptive Scenario Final Remarks and Reflection References Duty of Legal Eco-innovation for Sustainability Introduction: Polycrisis and the ``Green Swan ́ ́ in the Anthropocene Awareness of Climate and Ecological Crisis Legal Declarations of Climate and Environmental Emergency International Effects: Innovative Measures in the External Relations of the European Union Internal Effects: Legal Effectiveness of European Climate and Environmental Laws Legal Foundations of the Eco-innovation Principle The Law-Innovation Nexus Eco-innovation Law and Legal Eco-innovation Processes of Legal Eco-innovation Degrees of Legal Eco-innovation Outcomes of Legal Eco-innovation Eco-innovation as a Core Principle in the European Green Deal Conclusion: Legal Eco-innovation as a Response to the Climate and Ecological Emergency References Decolonising Regional Perspectives for Implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals Introduction Integral Critical Systems Contexts and the Nexus of Crises What Is the Purpose and Intention of the SDGs as a Whole? The SDGs and Their Effectiveness Climate, Species and Culture The Question of Cultural Values Mapping Histories: The Colonial Paradigm Slavery and Global Economics Colonial Education Impunity and the Myths of Democracy Regional Perspectives Concepts of Regionality: Why Four Regions? Comparing the Proposed Four Regions Mapping Realities and Imaginaries Regional Interdependencies Decolonial Futures: `Global Citizenship, Otherwise ́ Creating Capacity for Change Words and Worlds Apart Decolonising the Education Sector Decolonising Universities Conclusion: Another Western Concept References Passivhaus Standard as a Social Housing Model in the UK: Barriers and Opportunities Introduction Green Building Standard and Passivhaus The Passivhaus Standard The Passivhaus Planning Package (PHPP) The Passivhaus System Passivhaus and SDGs Barriers and Opportunities in Delivering Passivhaus Social Housing Delivery Team End Users ́ Experience Implementing Passivhaus as a Social Housing Model RIBA Stage 0: Initiation - Balancing Value and Affordability RIBA Stage 0-1: Planning - Choosing the Appropriate Procurement Route RIBA Stage 1-2: Design - Passivhaus as Part of the Initial Brief RIBA Stage 3-4: Details - A Robust Envelope and an Integrated Delivery Team RIBA Stage 5: Construction - Qualified Passivhaus Contractors and on-site Monitoring RIBA Stage 6-7: Handover - Occupants as Part of the Passivhaus System Summary References Multi-level Governance of Sustainability Transition in the European Union Introduction Nature-Based Solutions and Sustainability An Overview of MLG in the EU with a Focus on Sustainability Transition and NBS Mainstreaming and Promotion Coordination and Cooperation Responsibility and Competence Delegation Funding Allocation Assessment Standardization Final Remarks Cross-References References Sustainable Food Chains to Achieve SDG-12 in Europe: Perspectives from Multi-stakeholders Initiatives Introduction The Food Supply Chain Stages, Actors, and Associated Emissions Methods Results Discussion Conclusion References Brands and Consumers with a Purpose: Evidence from Türkiye Introduction Development of Sustainability in Türkiye Sustainable Development Goals and Türkiye Sustainable Consumption in Türkiye: Barriers and Motivators Sustainable Brands in Türkiye Conclusion References Nature-Based Solutions for Flood Risk Reduction: North Sea Region, Flat Coasts and Estuaries Introduction Diversity of Coasts and Estuaries in the NSR and Their Challenges Diversity of Coasts Diversity of Estuaries Challenges General Challenges in the NSR Challenges in Flooding Risk Reduction Nature-Based Solutions in Flood Risk Reduction in the NSR Flat Coasts and Estuaries Types and Principles of NbS Types of NbS Principles of NbS NbS to Enhance Coastal Resilience and Flood Risk Reduction by Biodiversity Potential of Flora in Flood Risk Reduction Potential of Fauna in Flood Risk Reduction Potential of Algae in Flood Risk Reduction Connectivity and Scale Dependency of NbS in Flood Risk Reduction Connectivity of NbS Scale Dependency of NbS Values and Limitations of NbS in Flood Risk Reduction Conclusion References Geographies of Marginality in Europe: Space, People, and Politics Introduction Geographies of Marginality or Geographies of Marginal Areas The (Geographical) Complexities of Pandemic(s) in Marginal Geographical Areas Regional Approaches to Marginality in Europe European Politics and Policies in Marginal Spaces and People Singular Cases of Marginal Rural Areas Conclusion References Sustainably Driven Telemedicine for Chronic Illness Patient Satisfaction: Pre and Post Pandemic Introduction Telemedicine and Telehealth Telemedicine in Europe Prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic Telemedicine in Europe Through and After the COVID-19 Pandemic Sustainability-Driven Telemedicine Meeting Healthcare Needs Remotely Chronic and Rare Disease Patients Health Care Professionals Promoting the SDGs Conclusions References Carbon Dioxide Removal in SDGs and Nationally Determined Contributions Introduction Net Zero Emissions and the Paris Agreement Sustainable Development and Climate Change Mitigation Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) for Climate Change Mitigation Policy Perspective for the European Union Technology Perspective Linking CDR, SDGs, and NDCs Approach: Energy System Modeling Conclusion References Part II: Educational and Communication Perspectives Education for Sustainable Development: Policy and Practice in Wales Introduction The Context for Education for Sustainable Development in Wales The Changing Welsh Education Landscape A Review of Policy and Practice Discussion Learning Content and Learning Dimensions External Influencers Cultural Diversity and Tolerance Environmental Sustainability Professional Standards for Teachers Other Processes Conclusion References Empowering the Academic Community Towards a Sustainable Environment in the Post-pandemic Period Introduction Current Climate Crisis Situation: Parameters Affecting Climate in Europe Temperature Rise-Droughts-Wildfires Temperature Rise-Ice Melting-Floods-Water Quality EU Framework for Climate Action COVID-19 Pandemic Effects on the Climate Crisis in Europe Prior the COVID-19 Pandemic COVID-19 as a Public Health Emergency Climate Change and COVID-19 Pandemic SDGs Framework for the Environment: Main Targets of the SDGs Related to Climate Change The Impact of the Academic Community Towards Creating a Sustainable Environment Overview of Practices from Higher Educational Institutions in Europe on Sustainable Development Southern European Region Critical Appraisal: Proposals for Further Actions from Higher Education Institutions Towards Sustainable Development in the Po... References Commitment of Universities in Poland to Sustainable Development Introduction University Activity in Pursuit of Sustainable Development Major Domains of University Activity in Pursuing Sustainable Development University Education for Sustainable Development Domains of Commitment to Sustainable Development at Polish Universities Institutional and Legal Determinants of Higher Education Activities for Sustainable Development in Poland Activities of Polish Universities in Pursuing Sustainable Development References to Sustainable Development in Strategies of Polish Universities Cross-References References Investing in Children for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Turkey: Case of Eco-School Program Introduction Sustainable Development Goals: Background and General Scope Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Turkey: Efforts and Needs Issues in Environmental Policymaking Investing in Children for a Sustainable Environmental Policy: Environmental Education The ``Eco-School Program ́ ́: An Environmental Education Tool for Children? Research Design of a Study on the ``Eco-School Program ́ ́ in Ankara Province Results ``Eco-School Program ́ ́ in Practice: Steps, Requirements, and Control Mechanism Gains and Outputs on Children ́s Environmental Awareness Aspects Open to Improvement Discussion Conclusion References Sustainable Development in Higher Education: Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences Introduction Finnish Higher Education System Cocreation of the SD Program Content of the Sustainable, Responsible, and Carbon-Neutral Universities of Applied Sciences Program Implementing the Program Finnish UASs Personnel ́s Opinions on SD Toward Carbon Neutrality, Sustainability Competences, and Developing an RDI Handbook Reflection Next Steps References Skyros Project: Testbed for an Innovative Environmental Communication Services Model Introduction The Current Situation SDGs Complexity: The Collaboration Perspective Communication Obstacles The Need for a New Approach Planetary Health as a System Approach Ecosystem Services Ecosystems Services and Communication Environmental Communication as the Narrative Skyros Project as an Intervention Description X-raying of the Components of the Skyros Project (Structure) Graph Skyros Project Operations (Processes or Function) Portraying the Skyros Project Services Which Provide the Outcome (Benefit-Providing Service) Place-Based Education The Skyros Project ́s Summer Academy of Environmental Educators Internship at the Port Environmental Kids Camp Marine and Tourism Observatory Trash Art Lab Conclusions References Democratia-Aqua-Technica Initiative: Cross-Media Approach for Developing Sustainable Projects Introduction Tools of the Cross-Media Approach Innovation Process and Implementation Creative Collaboration Through Hackathons Hackathon (in Presence) Online and Hybrid Hackathon Gamification Gamification in Hackathons Story Challenge Competition Cooperation Process Flow CORE Principle Networking Comparison with Other Projects and Initiatives Outcomes of Using the Cross-Media Approach How to Hackathon Conclusion and Outlook References No Transition Without Transformation: Educating Sustainability Introduction and Background The Global Context: The Transition from a SPOD World to VUCA and BANI The Higher Education Context: Leading Transformation in Highly Complex Transitional Contexts An Itinerary for the Transition to Higher Orders of ESD Learning Learning Spaces in University: The Medium Is the Message Inter and Transdisciplinarity as Main Ingredient for New Learning Spaces Living Labs as Learning Space for ESD: Social Innovation and Experimentation as Drivers of Learning Learning Methodologies Guiding Conscious and Emergent Learning Environments Inside of Living Labs Project-Based Learning and Problem-Based Learning Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) Community Service Learning Mission-Oriented Learning Conclusions Glossary References Sustainable Development in Higher Education: Promoting Mental Wellbeing During and Beyond Covid-19 Introduction The Effects of Covid-19 on Higher Education The Effects of Covid-19 on Student Wellbeing The Effects of Covid-19 on Staff Wellbeing Trauma and Its Impact on Higher Education Practices That Could Promote Wellbeing in HE A Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework Practising Self-care by Adopting an Authentic Leadership Framework Trauma-Informed Educational Provision Tackling Social Isolation Giving Voice to Academic Staff Moving Forward in Higher Education Conclusion References Clinical Legal Education in Europe and Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals Introduction The Growth of Clinical Legal Education Clinical Legal Education and Sustainable Development Goals in Europe SDG1: No Poverty SDG4: Quality Education SDG5: Gender Equality SDG10: Reduced Inequalities Limitations of Clinical Legal Education Collaboration to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals Conclusion References Tertiary Education Accessibility and Affordability: SDG 4.3 in Visegrad Countries Introduction Methodology Affordability Education Costs Living Costs Composite Costs in Median Income Ratio Loans Accessibility Adult Education Level in the Population Intake Rate Visa Procedure Average Income of People with Tertiary Education Results and Discussion Affordability Educational and Living Costs Composite Cost in Median Income Ratio Loans Accessibility Adult Education Level in the Population Intake Rate Visa Procedure The Average Income of People with Tertiary Education and Government Investment into Tertiary Education in V4 Countries Conclusion Cross-References References Dataset 1 Tackling Sustainable Development Issues via Theatre and Performing Poetry Introduction Sustainable Development, Human Beings, Responsibility, and Culture The Performing Arts, Transformation, and Education Imagination and Sustainable Development via Theatre Approach Ask New Questions for Learning and Actions Sustainable Development and Eco-theatres Examples of Theatre and Sustainable Development Expression SDGs via Theatre Actions Fostered by the EU Performing Poetry, Sensoriality, and Health Conclusions References Part III: Business-Related Perspectives Renewable Energy Transition in Portugal, Balance, and Perspectives: Opportunities for SDG 7 Introduction Energy Resources: An Overview Fossil Fuels and Associated Environmental Impacts Global Impacts on Climate Change Impacts on Public Health Reduction of Impacts Associated with the Emission of Pollutants for Energy Production from Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Resources Hydro Energy Wind Energy Solar Energy Biomass Energy Biofuels Geothermal Energy Wave Energy Temporal Evolution of Energy Production from Nonrenewable and Renewable Energy Resources at World Level Temporal Evolution of Renewable Energy Production in Portugal Hydroelectric Energy in Portugal Wind Energy in Portugal Solar Energy in Portugal Biomass Energy in Portugal Biofuels Geothermal Energy in Portugal Wave Energy in Portugal Global Assessment of Renewable Energy Exploration in Portugal Final Remarks References European Healthcare and Biotechnology-Related Mutual Funds and Sustainable Development During COVID-19 Introduction Institutional Background Research Method Sample Selection Variable Construction Fund Flows Fund Category Fund Performance Other Variables Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Fund Financial Performance Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Fund Financial Performance During the Pre-pandemic and COVID-19 Periods Managerial Abilities of Biotechnology and Healthcare Mutual Fund Managers Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Fund Financial Performance and Investors ́ Behaviour Investor Behaviour Towards Raw Return of Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Funds Investors Behaviour to Risk-Adjusted Return of Biotechnology and Healthcare-Related Mutual Funds Conclusions References Unplanned Railway Maintenance of Highspeed Railway Systems Exposed to Extreme Weather Conditions Introduction Technical Issues Related to Engineering Practice Influences of Extreme Climate Effects of Extreme Climate Conditions on Disruptions and Maintenance Activities of Railway Tracks Extreme Cold Extreme Heat Floods Analysis of Railway Damage Cost Caused by Extreme Conditions in EU Knowledge Gap Case Studies and Policies for Climate Resilience Analysis of Railway Maintenance Costs Caused by Extreme Conditions in Turkey Case Study: Flood Incident Occurred in Ankara-Eskisehir HSR Line - Analysis of Flood-Induced Maintenance & Renewal Costs Conclusion References Environmental Monitoring: European and Belarusian Experience Introduction European Systems of Environmental Monitoring The Space Segment of Copernicus The Ground Segment of Copernicus Examples of Copernicus Missions Implementing Environmental Monitoring in Belarus Example: Results of Ozone Monitoring The Space Segment of NSMOS Conclusion References Illustration of How Industry and Institutions in Germany Impact the SDGs Introduction Agenda 2030 for a More Sustainable Future SDG 12: Required Activities and German Engagement SDG 13: Required Activities and German Engagement SDG 17: Required Activities and German Engagement Company Examples to Achieve the Selected SDGs from a German Perspective Battery Industry Case Study Focusing on SDGs 12, 13 and 17: SVOLT Energy Technology (Europe) GmbH Climate Institute Case, Focusing on SDGs 13 and 17: NRW.Energy4Climate - The North Rhine-Westphalian State Agency for Energy a... The Transformation of All Sectors Is Needed NRW.Energy4Climate Picks Up the Pace The Objectives and Tasks of the State Agency To Identify Necessary Innovations and Frameworks To Determine Investment and Funding Needs To Connect and Initiate To Support Action at the Community Level The Guiding Principle: Together, with All Our Energy Case of the JARO Institute for Sustainability and Digitalisation e.V. Capacity-Building for Procurement Professionals to Establish Sustainable Purchasing Practices The JARO Academy Deep Insights into Strategic Sourcing Processes Collaboration as the Key to Success Summary References Toward Sustainable Infrastructural Megaprojects Introduction Sustainable Infrastructure and Megaprojects Infrastructural Megaprojects The ``Size ́ ́ of Infrastructure ́s Boom at a Global Scale Sustainable Infrastructure Megaproject Social Responsibility Sustainable Infrastructure Framework Economic, Social, and Environmental Sustainability Institutional Sustainability The Role of Dialogic Accounting (DA) for Sustainable Infrastructure Conclusion Cross-References References Kaliningrad Region as Sustainable Destination for Rehabilitation and Medical Tourism Introduction COVID-19 and Rehabilitation from Its Consequences Case-Study of Kaliningrad Region as Destination for Rehabilitation After COVID-19 Children ́s Rehabilitation from COVID-19 Consequences in Kaliningrad Region Forecast of Development Medical Tourism in Kaliningrad Region Connected with Rehabilitation from COVID-19 References Financing Sustainability Change in Germany: SDG Implementation in UmweltBank AG Introduction A New Mainstream Lays the Foundations for Change in the Finance Industry UmweltBank: Good Practice in Sustaining a Healthy Environment The Origin of Germany ́s Greenest Bank Foundation and Genuine Differentiation of UmweltBank First Strategy and Core Competitors of UmweltBank Development of a New Green Finance Market in Germany Economic Success and the Risk of Stagnation for UmweltBank Shaping the Future of Sustainable Banking in Practice From Agenda 21 to Agenda 2030 Renewing UmweltBank How to Build a Road to Sustainability Corporate Culture Sustainability Competence Potential for Sustainability Impact Setting Priorities Targets, Scale, and Figures Implementation, Reporting, and Communication How UmweltBank Drove on the Road to Sustainability SDG Implementation in UmweltBank AG: Worthwhile on the Whole Line! References Stress Testing the Climate: SDG Scenarios for Financial Services in Europe Introduction Climate Change Scenarios Overview Previous Scenarios Sustainability Considerations Areas for Development SDG/ESG Relationship and Interactions Proposed Developments Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis Conclusions, Limitations, and Next Steps References Slovak Waste Management Aspects and European Union Strategies Introduction Development of Public Administration and Competencies in the Waste Sector in Slovakia Waste Programs in Slovakia Cooperation in Waste Management Between State Administration and Self-Government in the Slovak Republic Circular Economy in European Union and Slovakia Legislation in the Field of Waste in the EU and the Slovak Republic European Legislation Slovak Legislation Discussion Conclusion References Social Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development in Sparsely Populated Areas Introduction Purpose of This Chapter Methodology Description of the Municipalities in the Regions of Jämtland and Västernorrland The Municipalities of Jämtland County The Municipalities of Västernorrland County Findings and Discussion Concepts and Definitions of Traditional Entrepreneurship, Societal Entrepreneurship, and Social Entrepreneurship Challenges in the Municipalities Cooperation Among the Stakeholders in the Municipality Conclusions References Social Capital ́s Role in SDG 3 of 2030 Agenda: Promoting Health and Well-Being Introduction Health and Well-Being What Is Health? What Is the Well-Being? Health and Well-Being: Two Related Concepts Social Capital Theory Social Capital and Sustainable Development Social Capital in the Promotion of SDG 3: Health and Well-Being Social Capital and Health Social Capital and Well-Being The Social Network, Its Expressive and Instrumental Functionality, and Its Effect on Well-Being Social Capital and Its Potential Risks to Well-Being Conclusions References Sustainable Maritime Transport: European Policy Perspective and Potential Impact Introduction The International Policy Framework Overview of Available Technologies and Fuels Market-Based-Measures The European Policy Framework The Revised EU-ETS System EU Taxonomy Assessment of European Policies Conclusion and Final Remarks References Sustainable Transportation in Finnish-Russian Context via Road Infrastructure Development Introduction Sustainable Development Goals and Green Road Map Preliminary Survey on Environmentally Sustainable Road Transportation Survey Results Discussion and Conclusions References Extremadura ́s Small and Medium Livestock Enterprises and Sustainable Development Goals Introduction Literature Review Livestock Companies in Extremadura and the SDGs Public Policies and Guides The Real Commitment to the SDGs Conclusions References SDG Advocacy on the Isle of Man: Business Versus Biosphere Perspective Introduction SDGs on the Isle of Man SDG 1: No Poverty - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 2: No Hunger - Challenges Remain SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being - Challenges Remain SDG 4: Quality Education - Met to a Limited Extent SDG 5: Gender Equality - Challenges Remain SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation - Minor Challenges Remain SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - Met SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure - Challenges Remain SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities - Challenges Remain SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 12: Responsible Production and Consumption - Challenges Remain SDG 13: Climate Action - Significant Challenges Remain SDG 14: Life Below Water - SDG Met SDG 15: Life on Land - SDG Met SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions - Some Challenges Remain SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals - Challenges Remain Conclusion Cross-References References Implementation of SDGs 5 and 8 of the 2030 Agenda in the Tourism Industry in the Countries of the European Union Introduction State of the Art: Theoretical Framework Methodology and Statistical Sources Empirical Results Economic Development Development in Tourism and Decent Work Gender Equality and Tourism in the EU Concluding Thoughts References New Solar Photovoltaics Trends Toward Sustainable Development Goals Introduction to Solar Photovoltaics Role Toward Achieving SDGs in the European Region Solar Photovoltaics Technologies and Performance The Photoelectric Effect Solar Cells and Module Technologies: A Race Toward the Highest Efficiency Materials, Manufacturing, and the European Photovoltaics Industry The EU ́s Critical Raw Materials List Alternative Strategies Toward High-Efficiency Photovoltaics Cooling Techniques Passive Cooling Active Cooling Cleaning Methods Active Cleaning Methods Passive Cleaning Methods Photovoltaics and Thermoelectric Generators Hybrid PV/T Systems Environmental Impact of Solar Photovoltaics Present and Future Perspective of Solar Photovoltaics Toward Sustainable Development Goals Global Market and the European Perspective Policies in the European Region The Key Role of PV in Guaranteeing Energy Supply in Europe Conclusions References Hybrid Technologies and Formats as Innovative Drivers for CO2 Reduction of a Global Event Industry Introduction SDG and Sustainability in the Event Industry Event Industry: Sustainability Approach and SDG Virtual Event Participation: Solution Approach for the CO2 Reduction? From Event Technology to Hybrid Technology: Driver of Innovative Solutions New Impulses of Technological Innovations in the Event Industry New ``Realities ́ ́ as Drivers of Immersive Event Technology Virtual Reality Augmented Reality Mixed Reality Extended Reality Visual Effects AI-Based Matchmaking Business Models in the Event Industry Hybridization: Challenges for New Event Business Models Regionalization and Hubs as Business Model Hybridity and SDG in the Event Industry: Perspectives and Challenges Conclusion Cross-References References Part IV: Linking Theory and Practice Application of the 2030 Agenda in the Principality of Asturias (Spain) Introdu