Pub Date : 2023-09-24DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i3.641
None Elias Megbetor, Solomon Boateng
Cocoa is highly sensitive to uncertainties in temperature and precipitation and is projected to be challenged by climate variability. This study examined the implications of climate change on the livelihood of cocoa farmers, and the adaptation technologies adopted to mitigate the impacts in the Offinso Municipalities. 210 cocoa farmers participated in the study, out of which 180 were selected randomly from the list of Kuapa Kokoo company. These people were interviewed with the help of questionnaires. The rest 30 were selected for focus group discussions held in two different communities. The study found deforestation, land degradation, and felling of trees for lumber and domestic fuel as the main causes of climate change. The socio-economic impacts were a reduction in crop yield and income, food insecurity, poor access to healthcare, poor water quality, drying up of streams, and reduction in labour supply. A positive revelation was that the farmers have realized a gradual increase in yield in the past three (3) years due to innovative measures adopted. Such innovations include agroforestry, good agricultural practices, crop diversification, frequent spraying, fertilizer application, adoption of hybrid varieties, and creation of fire belts. As a way of minimizing financial constraints, poor irrigation facilities, inadequate seed supply, and reduction in labour supply; the farmers receive some support from farmer organizations, the government, and cocoa companies. The study recommends that government institutions commit to the enforcement of laws on deforestation and illegal mining, ensure an effective supply of cocoa inputs, and promote adaptation measures in building farmer resilience in the study area.
{"title":"Examining the Implications of Climate Change and Adaptation Technologies on the Livelihood of Cocoa Farmers in Offinso Municipalities, Ghanas","authors":"None Elias Megbetor, Solomon Boateng","doi":"10.56556/jescae.v2i3.641","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56556/jescae.v2i3.641","url":null,"abstract":"Cocoa is highly sensitive to uncertainties in temperature and precipitation and is projected to be challenged by climate variability. This study examined the implications of climate change on the livelihood of cocoa farmers, and the adaptation technologies adopted to mitigate the impacts in the Offinso Municipalities. 210 cocoa farmers participated in the study, out of which 180 were selected randomly from the list of Kuapa Kokoo company. These people were interviewed with the help of questionnaires. The rest 30 were selected for focus group discussions held in two different communities. The study found deforestation, land degradation, and felling of trees for lumber and domestic fuel as the main causes of climate change. The socio-economic impacts were a reduction in crop yield and income, food insecurity, poor access to healthcare, poor water quality, drying up of streams, and reduction in labour supply. A positive revelation was that the farmers have realized a gradual increase in yield in the past three (3) years due to innovative measures adopted. Such innovations include agroforestry, good agricultural practices, crop diversification, frequent spraying, fertilizer application, adoption of hybrid varieties, and creation of fire belts. As a way of minimizing financial constraints, poor irrigation facilities, inadequate seed supply, and reduction in labour supply; the farmers receive some support from farmer organizations, the government, and cocoa companies. The study recommends that government institutions commit to the enforcement of laws on deforestation and illegal mining, ensure an effective supply of cocoa inputs, and promote adaptation measures in building farmer resilience in the study area.","PeriodicalId":53187,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Environmental Science and Economics","volume":"80 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135925003","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-09-20DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i3.627
Emmanuel Ampong Afoakwah, None Hannah Kemevor
The purpose of this literature review is to investigate the relationship between environmental orientation and Green Supply Chain Management, as well as their impact on company performance. It investigates the role of Green Supply Chain Management in mediating the link between environmental orientation and company performance. The review will begin with a thorough discussion of theoretical concepts of environmental orientation and Green Supply Chain Management. It will then investigate the relationship between environmental orientation and Green Supply Chain Management, as well as how it influences business performance. Heading on, it is more likely to investigate the impact of outside environmental focus on firm environmental selection, monitoring, and collaboration, followed by the impact of internal environmental orientation on these three components of Green Supply Chain Management. An investigation on the effect of environmental selection, monitoring, and collaboration on firms' sustainability performance will be reviewed. On the other hand, it will assess the mediating role of Green Supply Chain Management on the relationship between environmental orientation and firm performance. It will additionally look at the mediating role of environmental selection, monitoring, and collaboration on the relationship between external and internal environmental orientation and firm performance. The moderating effect of corporate environmental reactiveness on the link between environmental orientation and Green Supply Chain Management is an essential part of this paper, whereas, exploring the role of government regulation and consumer sensitivity in shaping the link between environmental orientation and Green Supply Chain Management will also be reviewed. It will then investigate the effect of Electronic Transaction Levy (E-Levy) on the impact of Green Supply Chain Management on firm performance. Studies have demonstrated that Green Environmental Orientation has a positive influence on Green Supply Chain Management procedures, which results in sustainable business performance
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Pub Date : 2023-09-17DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i3.587
Asif Raihan
Climate change causes long-term weather changes from the tropics to the polls. It is a global threat that strains several sectors. The present study conducts a review analysis that theoretically explores how climatic variability is degrading global sector sustainability. Due to irreversible weather variations, the agricultural sector is particularly vulnerable. In turn, it is disrupting worldwide consumption patterns, especially in countries where agriculture is central to their economy and productivity. Due to shifting optimum temperature ranges, climate change is also increasing biodiversity loss through modifying ecosystem architecture. Climate change increases the risk of food, water, and vector-borne diseases. Antimicrobial resistance, which is developing due to resistant pathogenic infections, is also accelerated by climate change. Climate change also hurts the forestry sector and tourism business. This review examines global socio-economic and environmental climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies and their economic consequences. According to the findings, knotted answerability of resources and laws created in the past to generate progressive climate policy need government involvement for long-term development. Thus, addressing climate change's dire consequences demands global cooperation to maintain world survival.
{"title":"A review of the global climate change impacts, adaptation strategies, and mitigation options in the socio-economic and environmental sectors","authors":"Asif Raihan","doi":"10.56556/jescae.v2i3.587","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56556/jescae.v2i3.587","url":null,"abstract":"Climate change causes long-term weather changes from the tropics to the polls. It is a global threat that strains several sectors. The present study conducts a review analysis that theoretically explores how climatic variability is degrading global sector sustainability. Due to irreversible weather variations, the agricultural sector is particularly vulnerable. In turn, it is disrupting worldwide consumption patterns, especially in countries where agriculture is central to their economy and productivity. Due to shifting optimum temperature ranges, climate change is also increasing biodiversity loss through modifying ecosystem architecture. Climate change increases the risk of food, water, and vector-borne diseases. Antimicrobial resistance, which is developing due to resistant pathogenic infections, is also accelerated by climate change. Climate change also hurts the forestry sector and tourism business. This review examines global socio-economic and environmental climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies and their economic consequences. According to the findings, knotted answerability of resources and laws created in the past to generate progressive climate policy need government involvement for long-term development. Thus, addressing climate change's dire consequences demands global cooperation to maintain world survival.
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Pub Date : 2023-08-01DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i3.558
Ashraf Muhammad, Micah Ezekiel Elton Mike, Mohammed Bello Idris, Aisha Ahmad Ishaq, Igbinovia Osaretin B
This comprehensive scholarly article critically analyzes the intricate landscape of U.S.-China financial relations, delving deep into the complex web of challenges, opportunities, and far-reaching implications within a dynamic and interconnected global context. Drawing upon a wide range of empirical studies, extensive research, and rigorous analysis, this study provides a nuanced assessment of the evolution and dynamics of economic ties between the United States and China. The article begins by examining the impact of trade imbalances, tariffs, and currency manipulation on financial flows, employing a sophisticated analytical framework to assess their implications for both countries and the global economy as a whole. Through a meticulous examination of economic data, policy measures, and market trends, the study offers a comprehensive analysis of the complex interplay between these factors and their influence on financial interactions between the two nations. Furthermore, the article delves into the intricate terrain of technology and intellectual property issues, unraveling the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that arise in this domain. By drawing upon empirical research, case studies, and industry reports, the study sheds light on the implications of technological advancements, intellectual property protection, and innovation-driven strategies on economic growth, competitiveness, and sustainable development. The analysis also extends to the realm of financial market competition and regulatory concerns, highlighting the need for effective cooperation, harmonization of regulations, and establishment of robust governance frameworks. Through an examination of regulatory policies, market structures, and international standards, the study provides insights into the implications of financial market dynamics and regulatory environments on the stability, efficiency, and resilience of the global financial system. In light of these analyses, the article presents strategic recommendations for policymakers, businesses, and investors. It emphasizes the importance of fostering an open and constructive dialogue between the United States and China, enhancing risk assessment mechanisms, promoting innovation and technological collaboration, strengthening intellectual property rights protection, facilitating cross-border investments, and promoting sustainable and responsible practices. By synthesizing these recommendations and implementing them in practice, stakeholders can effectively navigate the complexities and capitalize on the opportunities presented by U.S.-China financial relations. This will not only promote economic growth and stability but also contribute to a more balanced, mutually beneficial, and sustainable global financial system.
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Pub Date : 2023-07-31DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i3.554
A. Raihan
Forests have the most biodiversity and provide vital ecosystem services. They offer numerous forest-related services, some of which can be commercialized. This improves social, cultural, health, and scientific life. Nonmarketable and intangible services are discounted because people think they're endless and free. Humans have changed the natural and social worlds through using resources and improving well-being. Public and private decision-makers often compete over natural capital. The loss of biodiversity, climate change, and global warming are interconnected with social development and ensuring an acceptable level of well-being for the majority of humanity, making it difficult for a single, individual approach to estimating the value of these goods and services to generate and support decisions and policies in these complex areas. The complexity of ecosystem products and services requires an integrated assessment with cutting-edge technologies and approaches using a pluralist framework of heterogeneous values. This evaluation should encompass costs and benefits of several ecosystem commodity and service applications. These usage' effects on economic, social, and cultural advancement are also crucial. The extensive and thorough enthronization of natural ecosystems can affect the amount and quality of ecosystem goods and services; thus, it is vital to quantify the complicated inverse effect from civilization to nature. Studies show that incorporating sustainability sciences approaches into an integrative assessment approach may be vital to environmental policy in the future.
{"title":"A review on the integrative approach for economic valuation of forest ecosystem services","authors":"A. Raihan","doi":"10.56556/jescae.v2i3.554","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56556/jescae.v2i3.554","url":null,"abstract":"Forests have the most biodiversity and provide vital ecosystem services. They offer numerous forest-related services, some of which can be commercialized. This improves social, cultural, health, and scientific life. Nonmarketable and intangible services are discounted because people think they're endless and free. Humans have changed the natural and social worlds through using resources and improving well-being. Public and private decision-makers often compete over natural capital. The loss of biodiversity, climate change, and global warming are interconnected with social development and ensuring an acceptable level of well-being for the majority of humanity, making it difficult for a single, individual approach to estimating the value of these goods and services to generate and support decisions and policies in these complex areas. The complexity of ecosystem products and services requires an integrated assessment with cutting-edge technologies and approaches using a pluralist framework of heterogeneous values. This evaluation should encompass costs and benefits of several ecosystem commodity and service applications. These usage' effects on economic, social, and cultural advancement are also crucial. The extensive and thorough enthronization of natural ecosystems can affect the amount and quality of ecosystem goods and services; thus, it is vital to quantify the complicated inverse effect from civilization to nature. Studies show that incorporating sustainability sciences approaches into an integrative assessment approach may be vital to environmental policy in the future.","PeriodicalId":53187,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Environmental Science and Economics","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"85895371","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2023-06-29DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i2.550
Ivaylo Angelov
This paper examines the implications of global currency wars for emerging economies. Currency wars, defined as competitive devaluations of currencies by countries to boost their exports and economic growth, have become increasingly common in recent years. The impacts of currency wars on emerging economies are significant and multifaceted, including exchange rate volatility, inflation, trade imbalances, and capital flows. The paper analyzes case studies of Brazil, China, and India to illustrate the different responses of emerging economies to currency wars. The paper then discusses policy options for emerging economies, including exchange rate management, capital controls, monetary policy coordination, and regional cooperation. The paper concludes with a discussion of the future outlook for currency wars and their implications for emerging economies and offers policy recommendations for emerging economies to navigate this complex landscape.
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Pub Date : 2023-06-27DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i2.548
Ashraf Muhammad, Micah Ezekiel Elton Mike, Mohammed Bello Idris, Aisha Ahmad Ishaq, Auwal Kabir Abdullah
This comprehensive study presents a meticulous analysis of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and its profound implications for the intricate interplay between infrastructure development and economic integration in the expansive Eurasian region. By exploring the historical context and elucidating the intricate origins of the BRI, the study sheds light on its fundamental principles and multifaceted components. Furthermore, it scrutinizes the momentous significance and vast scale of this initiative, providing a nuanced assessment of the prevailing state of infrastructure in Eurasia while elucidating the pivotal role infrastructure plays in propelling economic development. The study discerningly navigates through the myriad challenges and opportunities that arise in the pursuit of infrastructure development in the region. Moreover, it delves into the intricate fabric of economic integration in Eurasia, meticulously analyzing the dynamic impact of the BRI on trade and investment flows, and elucidates the far-reaching influence of this initiative on fostering regional economic cooperation. Additionally, the study conducts a meticulous examination of specific projects, dissecting their outcomes, and conducting an in-depth analysis of the manifold successes and challenges encountered throughout BRI projects. Drawing upon these insights, the study distills invaluable lessons learned and identifies best practices that serve as a beacon for future infrastructure development initiatives. The findings of this study furnish a comprehensive understanding of the intricate implications of the BRI on infrastructure development and economic integration in Eurasia, providing essential insights for policymakers, investors, and project implementers alike.
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Pub Date : 2023-06-24DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i2.533
Ashraf Muhammad, Mohammed Bello Idris, Aisha Ahmad Ishaq, Auwal Kabir Abdullah
This study delves into the intriguing concept of the Butterfly Effect and its implications for resilience in complex socio-ecological systems. Drawing upon chaos theory, the Butterfly Effect posits that minute initial changes can yield substantial and unforeseen outcomes in dynamic systems. The research investigates how the Butterfly Effect influences the resilience of intricate systems, such as urban ecosystems, global supply chains, and social networks, when confronted with environmental, economic, or social disruptions. By scrutinizing case studies and employing mathematical modeling, this study seeks to unveil the nonlinear dynamics, tipping points, and feedback loops that amplify or mitigate the effects of minor perturbations in complex systems. Moreover, it explores how comprehending the Butterfly Effect can inform strategies for augmenting the resilience of socio-ecological systems, including adaptive management, scenario planning, and community engagement. The study also explores the ethical and governance considerations arising from the unpredictability and interconnectedness inherent in complex systems. It highlights the need for inclusive decision-making processes that account for diverse perspectives and values. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of adaptive governance approaches that allow for flexible responses to changing circumstances and evolving knowledge. By delving into the Butterfly Effect and its implications, this research endeavors to contribute to the development of strategies and policies that foster resilience in the face of uncertainty and promote sustainable development in complex socio-ecological systems. It recognizes the need for integrated approaches that consider the interdependencies and feedbacks between social, economic, and environmental dimensions. Ultimately, this study underscores the significance of understanding the Butterfly Effect as a lens through which to view and manage complex systems. By acknowledging the potential for cascading effects from minor changes, decision-makers and practitioners can adopt proactive measures to enhance system resilience. This research calls for further exploration of the Butterfly Effect across different scales and contexts to better grasp its implications and potential applications. In conclusion, the Butterfly Effect serves as a powerful concept for understanding the dynamics of complex socio-ecological systems. This research contributes to the existing body of knowledge by shedding light on its implications for resilience and providing guidance for decision-making and policy development in an uncertain and interconnected world.
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Pub Date : 2023-06-09DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i2.508
Sweta Chatterjee, G. Bhandari
Reclamation for settlement was started in 1770 at Sundarbans and the present population in the Indian part, is around 5.0 million, and gradually increasing, but continuous mangrove degradation made Sundarbans vulnerable. The Livelihood Structures for Sundarbans’ residents and amenities are largely dependent upon the Sundarbans’ resources, but these livelihood opportunities became vulnerable and face threats from several natural processes and anthropogenic activities. The present study attempted to understand the several dimensions of livelihood strategies for the inhabitants of several occupational groups at Sundarbans; associated opportunities, as well as constraints through the Sustainable Livelihood Framework (SLF) approach (after DFID, 2000) that envisages and comprises the livelihood assets, activities, important vulnerable issues that affect livelihood structures with the complex interactions amongst them. The objective of the present study is to establish a sustainable livelihood through the analysis of five important capitals of the SLF approach for the people of Indian Sundarbans considering the possible vulnerabilities. The same study has been carried out based on the extensive literature review, household livelihood surveys; informant interviews, and Shared Learning Dialogue (SLD) using the participatory approach by selected livelihood groups through several quantitative and qualitative indicators. The study concluded with the recommendation of Mangrove regeneration at Sundarbans.
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Pub Date : 2023-05-27DOI: 10.56556/jescae.v2i2.492
I. Udoh, I. Ukere, Ame Ekpenyong
The concern about how sustainable growth in the economy can be achieved without a negative impact on the environment has become a major issue in the world today due to climate change. This study extended the Solow growth model (SGM) to include ecological resources, land, and population. The study also empirically assesses the impact of particulate emission damage (ped), natural resources (nar), growth in agricultural land (gal), and population growth (pgr) on output per worker in Nigeria. An ARDL technique was adopted to empirically analyse the data. The results from the study found that output per worker increased with an increase in the explained variables used in the study. The study concluded that sustainable growth can be achieved through the reduction of human activities that deplete the environment. The study also recommended the need to prevent depletion of land and natural resources and equip the population with productive skills and technology.
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