Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Anu Gupta Author-X-Name-First: Anu Author-X-Name-Last: Gupta Author-Name: Divya Siwach Author-X-Name-First: Divya Author-X-Name-Last: Siwach Author-Name: Vikas Kumar Author-X-Name-First: Vikas Author-X-Name-Last: Kumar Title: Agriculture waste management: a bibliometric analysis Abstract: This study presents a detailed bibliometric analysis of agricultural waste management and its related policies. Literature on agricultural waste management has been reviewed for a time period of ten years (2011 to 2020) from Scopus database. Quantitative analysis and network visualisation has been conducted to highlight the core research constituents like authors, countries, journals, institutions, etc. RStudio and VOSviewer applications have been used for data analysis and visualisation. The scientific interests and most active and cited authors in the field have been identified along with their relationships. Most relevant publications and the most occurring keywords in the research field have also been highlighted. This approach helps in unpacking the evolutionary nuances of the agricultural waste management, identifying the emerging trends and areas and developing reference for future research. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 1-22 Issue: 1 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: agriculture; agriculture waste management; waste management policy; bibliometric analysis. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=141605 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:1:p:1-22 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lucky Sharma Author-X-Name-First: Lucky Author-X-Name-Last: Sharma Author-Name: Narendra Kumar Rana Author-X-Name-First: Narendra Kumar Author-X-Name-Last: Rana Author-Name: Gaggan Kumar Author-X-Name-First: Gaggan Author-X-Name-Last: Kumar Title: Investigating landslide susceptibility in the mountainous area of Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir, India: a comparative perspective Abstract: The escalation of geo-hazards, particularly landslides, has become a pressing concern, exacerbated by both natural factors and human activities. The frequency of rainfall-triggered landslides in mountainous regions is surging, posing imminent threats to lives and infrastructure. Jammu and Kashmir witness this peril throughout the year, affecting millions. This study focuses on creating a landslide susceptibility map for District Doda, employing a multi-method approach. A comparative analysis of multi-criteria decision method-analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and Shannon information entropy (SIE) determines their efficacy. The inventory, comprising 250 landslides, incorporates nine conditioning factors. AHP designates 91% of the area as very high or highly susceptible, while SIE identifies 46.49% as vulnerable. Area under curve (AUC) values of 0.898 and 0.976 for AHP and SIE, respectively, underscore the latter's superior predictive capability. This study is instrumental in aiding stakeholders with decision-making, land-use planning, and formulating effective mitigation strategies. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 23-46 Issue: 1 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: landslide; susceptibility; Shannon entropy; analytical hierarchy process; AHP; geohazards; decision-making. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=141607 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:1:p:23-46 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ibrahim A. Onour Author-X-Name-First: Ibrahim A. Author-X-Name-Last: Onour Title: The effect of global economic and geopolitical uncertainty on global food commodity prices Abstract: The paper aims to assess the impact of global uncertainty, on global food commodity prices. The global uncertainty variables include global economic policy uncertainty index, global climate policy uncertainty, and global geopolitical risk indexes. Markov switching dynamic regression (MSDR) model is employed using monthly data during the period from January 1997 to September 2022. Results of MSDR show that there are two distinct states during the sample period, the state of low volatility period (state 1) and the state of high volatility (state 2). In state 1, all explanatory variables have a significant impact on the global food commodity price index. However, in state 2, only the economic policy uncertainty has a significant impact on food commodity prices, implying that uncertainty in global economic policy is the principal driver of global food commodity prices in the two states. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 47-58 Issue: 1 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: global economic policy uncertainty; GEPU; climate policy uncertainty; food commodity. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=141608 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:1:p:47-58 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Shobha Bhardwaj Author-X-Name-First: Shobha Author-X-Name-Last: Bhardwaj Author-Name: Praveen Kumar Pandey Author-X-Name-First: Praveen Kumar Author-X-Name-Last: Pandey Author-Name: Shruti Bansal Author-X-Name-First: Shruti Author-X-Name-Last: Bansal Title: Global sustainable organic product movement: embracing production and consumption shifts Abstract: This study delves into the incorporation of United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by India, examining how the nation has become a pioneer in aligning its market and corporate sectors with this framework. The research focuses on the market strategies employed by companies in India, shedding light on the supportive economic conditions fostered by the government. The primary objective is to identify government support mechanisms for companies prioritising customer and environmental concerns through sustainable practices. Emphasising the often-overlooked value-added services, the paper suggests ways these businesses can attract customers towards organic products. The systematic literature review techniques findings offer insights into sustainable global business expansion, highlighting the interplay between health considerations, ethical values, and economic trends. The study also explores the connection between customer health concerns, environmental ethics, and prevailing economic patterns, aiming to guide businesses in capturing and expanding their global footprint in a sustainable manner. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 59-74 Issue: 1 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: Sustainable Development Goals; SDGs; Indian market strategies; government support mechanisms; sustainable business expansion; customer health concerns. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=141614 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:1:p:59-74 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kay Bergamini Author-X-Name-First: Kay Author-X-Name-Last: Bergamini Author-Name: Piroska Ángel Author-X-Name-First: Piroska Author-X-Name-Last: Ángel Author-Name: Andrea Alarcón Author-X-Name-First: Andrea Author-X-Name-Last: Alarcón Author-Name: Christian Curillán Author-X-Name-First: Christian Author-X-Name-Last: Curillán Title: Beyond transparency: assessing access to environmental information in Chile and the ability of providers and users to comprehend it Abstract: This paper evaluates environmental information accessibility in Chile, aiming to identify gaps to enhance public management and citizen participation. The paper opens with a theoretical, practical and legal reference framework for information accessibility. This is followed by the main body of research comprising interviews with representatives from public authorities providing environmental information and with users of that information. An analysis of the results is then presented, followed by the discussion and conclusions emerging from the research work. This article identifies a number of information systems that provide data to measure progress and setbacks in environmental conditions and in public and private environmental management. However, access to information is failing to achieve its democratic objective. Although there are some benefits from the disclosure of environmental information, an overall lack of governance for information systems creates a series of obstacles that prevent the public from actively participating in environmental issues. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 75-101 Issue: 1 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: environmental information; information systems; environment; access to information; Chile. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=141615 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:1:p:75-101 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Otgontuya Dashdorj Author-X-Name-First: Otgontuya Author-X-Name-Last: Dashdorj Title: Quality of the Mongolian medical massage therapy and its practical applications Abstract: This article describes the specifics of Mongolian health traditions, among which massage, moxibustion and kyphosis. The oldest testimonies on massage date back to 2500-2300 BC and were found in the most ancient documents, retrieved in the Egyptian tombs of Saqqara. Carved images show two men while on one's leg massage is applied. In Ancient Chinese scriptures, medical acupuncture and moxibustion therapy and non-removable point massage therapy are mentioned. Mongolian massage therapy and point massage therapy in Asian countries is seen as 'human feet take through the soles the energy from the Earth'. Similarly, it is believed to have existed among US aborigines and in ancient European cultures. This article uses the concept on Mongolian massage therapy and explores its application in our modern world during the globalising information age. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 147-158 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: health; massage therapy; Mongolian medicine; moxybustion; kyphosis; manual therapy; back pain; holistic health; alternative medicine; Mongolian massage. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142199 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:147-158 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ingrid Maria Moser Author-X-Name-First: Ingrid Maria Author-X-Name-Last: Moser Title: True empathy, part 3: practical foundations Abstract: As the practical foundations of true empathy, there are different types of perception: 1) physical perception; 2) psychic perception; 3) mental perception. Alignment with three principles shall be achieved: presence, mindfulness, and intentionlessness. The methodical implementation of empathy is usually conducted in three phases: 1st phase: relaxation and experience of wholeness; 2nd phase: release of blockages and detachment by true forgiveness, and 3rd phase: conclusion. The healer's relationship with the empathiser is that of an obstetrician. It helps him to remember his source again and to reunite with his true essence, which is love. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 133-146 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: energy; healing; empathy; wholeness; spiritual healing; holistic healing; identification; holy spirit; energy healing; energy flow; cosmic powers; body; identification with the ego; the divine. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142200 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:133-146 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Margarita Kwich Author-X-Name-First: Margarita Author-X-Name-Last: Kwich Title: Detailed historic analysis of the 'pile-dwelling wheat' Triticum compactum (Binkel) Abstract: When identifying the historical genesis of wheat (<i>Triticum</i>), often the narrative arises that its main European predecessor is <i>Triticum compactum</i>, which often was found in prehistoric pile-dwelling settlements in and around the Alps. Therein, the tetraploid type predominated, but hexaploid also occurred. The present article collects numerous historic accounts on <i>Triticum compactum</i> (Binkel, in German language) and critically relates them to modern archaeological evidence. The genesis of the species, finds, and historic records are discussed. Present literature does not allow with genetic accuracy that present-day <i>Triticum compactum</i> (Binkel) is totally identical with neolithic pile-dwelling wheat (<i>Triticum antiquorum</i>) but a multitude of hints points towards a considerable degree of similarity between both. Binkel's value for present-day nutrition is undisputed. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 108-132 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: Binkel; Triticum compactum; historic grain species; genesis of grain; sustainability. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142201 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:108-132 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gilbert Ahamer Author-X-Name-First: Gilbert Author-X-Name-Last: Ahamer Author-Name: Margarita Kwich Author-X-Name-First: Margarita Author-X-Name-Last: Kwich Title: Historic variation of Triticum compactum (Binkel) and its practical usage Abstract: The recent great interest in historic grain varieties, such as European Triticum compactum, named 'Binkel', is based on their positive nutritional properties and usefulness for endurance in local climates. This article continues an earlier article and answers these questions: 1) How do today's forms differ from the original forms?; 2) Where and to what extent was it spread in the meantime, possibly under other names?; 3) How were the grain products used?; 4) Is there evidence of its properties?; 5) What are the geographic boundaries of the growing area?; 6) Are there related wheat species? Having recently moved into wider practical application, Binkel offers the following convincing properties: very soft dough properties, a significant content of valuable ingredients and surprisingly good baking properties of this type of wheat. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 159-172 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: Binkel; Triticum compactum; historic grain species; genesis of grain; sustainability. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142203 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:159-172 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Margarita Kwich Author-X-Name-First: Margarita Author-X-Name-Last: Kwich Author-Name: Gilbert Ahamer Author-X-Name-First: Gilbert Author-X-Name-Last: Ahamer Title: Origin and historic path of the triticum compactum (Binkel) in alpine and pre-alpine agriculture Abstract: Recently, great interest in historic grain varieties arose, given their positive nutritional properties and usefulness for endurance in local climates, such as European <i>Triticum compactum</i>, colloquially named 'Binkel' in German. This article analyses answers to the following questions: 1) when was the Binkel first mentioned/described in historical literature and records?, 2) what is the Binkel's genetic and geographic origin? 3) how and when did Binkel come to the Alpine region? Were breeding measures applied? Historic evidence first perceived Binkel through the pen of Viennese historians and perceives winter and summer forms. In the 19th century, Binkel was famously attributed to the dwellers of the stilt houses and called the oldest wheat from Europe. Originally stemming from Iran in a complex historic and genetic trajectory, Binkel was highly esteemed in Tyrol and Salzburg for its high endurance up to 1,600 m altitude. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 173-190 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: Binkel; triticum compactum; historic grain species; genesis of grain. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142204 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:173-190 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Ingrid Maria Moser Author-X-Name-First: Ingrid Maria Author-X-Name-Last: Moser Title: True empathy, part 4: the four types of empathy Abstract: The four types of empathy represent several possibilities to shape empathy from different points of view. These four types of empathy are discussed: 1) empathy with the inner spaces: the symbolic interpretation of the inner spaces; 2) empathy in the organs: the symbolic interpretation of the organs; 3) empathy in the spine: symbolic interpretation of the spine; 4) empathising with the chakras. There are relationships between the organs, the vertebra, the signs of the zodiac, the planets, and the inner spaces of the body; and these are discussed in much detail in this fourth article on empathy, together with typical diseases in the context of these relationships. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 239-283 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: energy; healing; empathy; wholeness; spiritual healing. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142207 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:239-283 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Gilbert Ahamer Author-X-Name-First: Gilbert Author-X-Name-Last: Ahamer Title: Improving science-business communication through a structured dialogue in Georgia Abstract: In the present geopolitical situation, it is essential to support young democracies on their self-selected path towards democratic, transparent and rule-based administrative structures, as required by their populations. Thus, the EU undertakes projects for institution building in Eastern Europe, and the present article describes concrete activities within the domain of science-business communication in neighbouring country. Based on the 'quintuple helix' approach, diagnoses and analyses were performed for a national science funding system. Analyses of the profiles, strengths and weaknesses within both science and economic sectors show that the strengths within natural science should be better integrated in present-day global sustainability efforts and support neighbouring countries towards the 'European Green Deal' to make results relevant for life practice. The revival of standing commissions on science-business cooperation also would encourage to better identify how to benefit from each other. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 191-238 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: science-business cooperation; European neighbourhood; twinning; bibliometric analysis; economic analysis; economic profile; economic transition; environmental transition; EU; Accession. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142208 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:191-238 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Margarita Kwich Author-X-Name-First: Margarita Author-X-Name-Last: Kwich Title: Theories of descent for the 'pile-dwelling wheat' Triticum compactum (Binkel) Abstract: Evolutionary historical and present-day environmental interests lead to portraying the worldwide and historically proven variety of 'Binkel' wheat (<i>Triticum compactum</i>) which often comes under synonyms describing distinctions between numerous awned and unawned varieties as well as between summer and winter forms. This article summarises the various theories of descent of Binkel with its start in the Caucasus region, Binkel's perception in the 20th century, and ongoing conservation initiatives. Baking properties and usages of straw are described with a focus on the Alps and especially on the Austrian-German border region, where numerous recultivation projects emerged recently. Overall, this fourth article concludes a series of years-long research activities led by the author. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 284-304 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: Binkel; Triticum compactum; historic grain species; genesis of grain; sustainability. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142210 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:284-304 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Helena Knyazeva Author-X-Name-First: Helena Author-X-Name-Last: Knyazeva Title: The relevance of Uexküll's Umwelt concept for the modern ecological discourse Abstract: The article substantiates the worldview significance of the Umwelt concept introduced by Jakob von Uexküll for the development of strategic imperatives of ecological thinking and of environmental policies. The study lies at the crossroads of four areas: ecological philosophy, ethics, complex systems theory, and futures studies. Modern futures studies are largely based on a complex system approach demonstrating the multiplicity of images of the future and possibilities of choosing co-evolutionary paths of man and nature that do not violate the natural balance. Exploring the intersection of these different disciplinary fields provides an interdisciplinary platform for demonstrating the relevancy of the Umwelt concept for the development of environmental theory, for elaborating a reasonable position in discussions on sustainable development and sustainable futures, as well as on the role of environmental policy to ensure sustainable development and education reform to inculcate the principles and strategies of ecological ethics (Umwelt ethics). Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 305-318 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: eco-complexity; ecological philosophy; Jakob von Uexküll; multiple futures; multiverse; sustainable development; Umwelt; Umwelt ethics. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142218 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:305-318 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alexander Ahamer Author-X-Name-First: Alexander Author-X-Name-Last: Ahamer Title: An environment of Montessori pedagogy in practice Abstract: This article aims at opening up the practice of Montessori pedagogy for babies and children to a wider readership. The article is divided into a general theoretical part and a practical part, followed by a concise summary of the entire content. Firstly, all the principles of Montessori pedagogy are explained, because Montessori is about much more than just certain activities and Montessori toys. Rather, it is a holistic philosophy, a way of looking at and understanding the world. The importance of both discipline and freedom, space, play and work, opens for growth during all developmental phases of the child and the fascinating nature of their mind. Secondly, many specific activities are presented and in which age certain activities are recommended. Thirdly, the entire content is summarised again briefly and comprehensibly. Journal: Int. J. of Global Environmental Issues Pages: 319-355 Issue: 2/3 Volume: 23 Year: 2024 Keywords: pedagogy; Montessori; fee play; guided play; games; development. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=142226 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:23:y:2024:i:2/3:p:319-355