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{"title":"Field robots for weed control? Analyzing socio-technical change by looking at farming practices.","authors":"Anna Baatz, Katrien Van Poeck","doi":"10.1007/s11625-025-01739-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11625-025-01739-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The digitalization of agriculture is bringing about far-reaching socio-technical changes. This article analyzes these changes by looking at farming habits. Transactional theory of learning is introduced as an analytical perspective for investigating farmers' consideration processes and experimentation with potential habit changes related to the use of digital technologies. The analytical perspective is applied to a case study of robotic weed control in sugar beet cultivation in northeastern Germany. The study shows how prevalent habits are crucial anchor points in farmers' careful considerations of whether to use a field robot: habitual beliefs such as an excitement for robots, as well as professional and private habits and resulting free and committed capacities are included in these considerations. Experiences with technology use and weather-related uncertainties, furthermore, led to a habitual risk assessment and anticipatory solution seeking as an overarching element in the formation of new habits. In addition to the empirical study, the article aims to make a methodological and conceptual contribution to advance much-needed research on change of (agricultural) practices and the role of technologies in it. In this regard, the use of transactional theory of learning is discussed by reflecting on the kind of knowledge that can be produced with this type of analysis and how it can benefit research on practice change and broader (agricultural) transition processes.</p>","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"21 1","pages":"221-235"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12819424/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146031478","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"European bioeconomy strategies could better integrate sustainability agendas.","authors":"Anne Warchold, Jing Li, Prajal Pradhan","doi":"10.1007/s11625-025-01752-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11625-025-01752-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The bioeconomy is increasingly seen as a key national development strategy for sustainable economic growth, environmental restoration, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Numerous countries have introduced strategies to outline their bioeconomy visions, aiming to transition from fossil fuel-dependent systems to bioeconomies that address pressing environmental and socio-economic challenges. Despite this potential, the bioeconomy is not inherently sustainable nor circular, and policymakers pursue bioeconomies to different extents, facing challenges in balancing synergies and trade-offs with the SDGs. This study examined bioeconomy strategies presented in 29 policy documents from 14 European countries and the European Union. Using text analyzing techniques, we evaluate the extent to which bioeconomy strategies determine the salience of sustainability. Our analysis shows that most bioeconomy strategies emphasize opportunities aligned with SDGs 6 and 12-15, focusing on environmental objectives within the planet pillar of the 2030 Agenda. However, these strategies often neglect the principles of \"equitable\" and \"fair & inclusive\" transition and fail to consider potential unintended consequences or trade-offs for sustainability. This disconnection is further reflected by a significant divide between evidence on bioeconomy-SDG interactions and the narratives presented in policy documents. The concepts of sustainability and circularity are theoretically integrated into bioeconomy strategies but often remain lethargic, focusing on narratives rather than evidence on existing trade-offs at the expense of human needs and ecosystems. To prevent the risk of unsustainable transitions, bioeconomy strategies should evolve toward systemic approaches that emphasize resilience, equity, and ecological regeneration. Future research should explore practical mechanisms for aligning bioeconomy development with global sustainability goals.</p><p><strong>Supplementary information: </strong>The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11625-025-01752-1.</p>","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"21 1","pages":"77-94"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12819565/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146031439","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Injustice flows along Itaya River: capabilities from living with river rhythmicity in Bajo Belén, Iquitos, Peru.","authors":"H D Mendoza, A F Van Loon, J K L Koehler, M Rohse, B G Tuesta Cartagena, P F S Diaz, C P A Vasquez, C J A Souza, E A V Izaguirre","doi":"10.1007/s11625-025-01771-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11625-025-01771-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In riverine contexts shaped by seasonal fluctuations, communities cultivate ways of living with water that reflect deep social and ecological entanglements. This study focuses on Bajo Belén, a peri-urban community along the Itaya River in the Peruvian Amazon, where residents live with <i>vaciante</i> (dry season) and <i>creciente</i> (flood season) through practices that sustain their livelihoods. Using a braided approach by weaving living with river rhythmicity, the Capabilities Approach, and Environmental Justice, we analyze 41 storytelling sessions (2022-2024). Our findings show drought and flood processes; and how community capabilities are built through living with the river, yet remain unrecognized in state responses such as forced relocation. This non-recognition leads to non-inclusive procedures and an unequal distribution of blame and responsibility. We argue for governance that respects plural ways of living and supports community-defined aspirations. Situating care, recognition, and capability within river governance offers new pathways for more just, relational, and adaptive responses to environmental uncertainty.</p><p><strong>Supplementary information: </strong>The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11625-025-01771-y.</p>","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"21 3","pages":"1083-1097"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13179227/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147965044","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Preparation of Alkali–Fe-Modified Biochar from Agricultural Waste for Remediation of Cadmium-Contaminated Soil and Water","authors":"Xinyue Zhang, Dexin Shan, Yufu Xie, Jun Li, Jingyuan Ning, Guangli Yi, Huimin Chen, Tingfen Xiang","doi":"10.3390/su18010373","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su18010373","url":null,"abstract":"Remediating cadmium (Cd) contamination in aquatic and terrestrial environments has become an urgent environmental priority. Biochar has been widely employed for heavy metal removal due to its wide availability, strong adsorption capacity, and potential for recycling agricultural waste. In this study, samples of alkali–Fe-modified biochar (Fe@NaOH-SBC, Fe@NaOH-HBC, and Fe@NaOH-MBC) were prepared from agricultural wastes (ginger straw, Sichuan pepper branches, and kiwi leaves) through NaOH and FeCl3·6H2O modification. A comprehensive characterization confirmed that the alkali–Fe-modified biochar exhibits a higher specific surface area, richer functional groups, and successful incorporation of the iron oxides Fe3O4 and α-FeOOH. The fitting parameter qmax from the Langmuir model indicates that the alkali–Fe modification of carbon significantly enhanced its maximum capacity for Cd2+ adsorption. Furthermore, a synergistic effect was observed between iron oxide loading and alkali modification, outperforming alkali modification alone. Furthermore, a 30-day soil incubation experiment revealed that the application of alkali–Fe-modified biochar significantly increased soil pH, SOM, and CEC while reducing the available cadmium content by 13.34–33.94%. The treatment also facilitated the transformation of highly bioavailable cadmium species into more stable, less bioavailable forms, thereby mitigating their potential entry into the food chain and the associated human health risks. Moreover, short-term spinach seed germination experiments confirmed that treatments with varying additions of alkali–Fe-modified biochar mitigated the inhibition of seed physiological processes by high concentrations of available cadmium to varying degrees. Overall, this study provides a sustainable and effective strategy for utilizing agricultural waste in the remediation of cadmium-contaminated water and soil systems.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"18 1","pages":"373-373"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147885827","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Simultaneous Stabilization of Cu/Ni/Pb/As Contaminated Soil by a ZVI-BFS-CaO Composite System","authors":"Runlai Luo, Na Zhao, Zhengmiao Jia, Sihan Wu, Xing Chen, Zhongyuan LI, Feng Ju, Yongming Luo, Hui Li","doi":"10.3390/su18010342","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su18010342","url":null,"abstract":"The simultaneous stabilization of Cu, Ni, Pb, and As in sustainable environmental development remains a significant challenge in heavy metal remediation. In this paper, liquid phase equilibrium experiments have evaluated the immobilization efficiency of 20 potential stabilization materials. Soil stabilization experiments, material characterization, and long-term effectiveness assessments have been performed to investigate the efficient composite stabilization agent and its underlying mechanisms. Results demonstrate that seven materials, including calcium oxide (CaO) and hydroxyapatite (HAP), exhibit multi-metal immobilization capabilities. Among single-material stabilization in soil, HAP for Pb, zero-valent iron (ZVI) for As, and blast furnace slag (BFS) for Cu exhibit prominent stabilization efficiency, yet they cannot efficiently stabilize the four heavy metals simultaneously. Subsequently, the ZVI:BFS:CaO composite agent (6:3:1 mass ratio, 10% addition rate) has been proposed by formulation optimization, achieving remarkable stabilization rates: 99.92% for Cu, 96.16% for Ni, 92.06% for Pb, and 99.58% for As. XRD, XPS, and SEM-EDS analyses confirm that the stabilization occurs through synergistic mechanisms including precipitation, complexation, and lattice encapsulation. The composite stabilizing agent withstood 15 wet–dry and 150 freeze–thaw cycles, with four types of heavy metals stabilization rates &gt; 60%, confirming its long-term effectiveness.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"18 1","pages":"342-342"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/18/1/342/pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147902215","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Hydrodynamic Aging Process Altered Benzo(a)pyrene Adsorption on Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) and Poly(butylene succinate) Microplastics in Seawater","authors":"Xiaotao Liu, Yuexia Feng, Xueting Hua, Jian Lü, Jun Wu","doi":"10.3390/su172411344","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su172411344","url":null,"abstract":"The environmental behavior of biodegradable plastics under long-term hydrodynamic aging processes in seawater remains poorly understood, although plastic pollution has attracted global concern. This study obtained poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) and poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) microplastics that endured 36-month hydrodynamic aging in seawater to elucidate their physicochemical transformations and interactions with benzo(a)pyrene (BaP). Hydrodynamic aging markedly altered surface morphology, generated cracks and pores, and enriched -C=O and -OH groups, indicating oxidative degradation. Adsorption experiments showed that BaP adsorption capacity of virgin PBAT/PBS reached 213.3/235.3 μg g−1, while it increased to 233.3/258.2 μg g−1 after hydrodynamic aging in seawater. Elevated salinity and alkaline conditions reduced BaP adsorption on microplastics. Notably, hydrodynamic aging mitigated the risk of BaP desorption from PBAT in ectothermic organisms. Gibbs free energy calculations indicated that the adsorption process was primarily driven by hydrophobic effects, hydrogen bonding, and van der Waals forces. These findings highlight that long-term hydrodynamic aging substantially modifies the interfacial properties of biodegradable plastics to alter their capacity for mediating the environmental fate of hydrophobic organic pollutants in marine ecosystems.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"17 24","pages":"11344-11344"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147908622","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Design of an AR-Based Visual Narrative System for Abandoned Mines Integrating Regional Culture","authors":"Wanjun Du, Ziyang Yu","doi":"10.3390/su172410960","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su172410960","url":null,"abstract":"Abandoned mines, as emblematic heritage spaces in the process of deindustrialization, preserve collective production memory and serve as vital symbols of local identity. However, current redevelopment practices primarily emphasize physical restoration while overlooking the visual expression and interactive communication of regional culture. This study introduces an augmented reality (AR)–based visual narrative framework that integrates regional culture to bridge the gap between spatial renewal and cultural regeneration. Drawing on semiotics and spatial narrative theory, a multidimensional “space–symbol–memory” translation mechanism is constructed, and a coupling model linking tangible material elements with intangible cultural connotations is established. Supported by technologies such as simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM), semantic segmentation, and level of detail (LOD) rendering, a multilayer “position–perception–presentation” module system is designed to achieve stable anchoring of virtual and physical spaces and enable multilevel narrative interaction. Through task-oriented mechanisms and user co-creation, the system effectively enhances immersion, cultural identity, and learning outcomes. Experimental validation in a representative mine site confirms the feasibility of the proposed framework. While the study focuses on a single case, the modular and mechanism-based design indicates that the framework can be adapted to cultural tourism, educational communication, and community engagement applications. The key innovation lies in introducing an iterative “evidence–experience–co-creation” model, providing a new methodological reference for the digital reuse of abandoned mines and the sustainable preservation of industrial heritage.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"17 24","pages":"10960-10960"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-12-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/17/24/10960/pdf?version=1765193044","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147911401","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Taxonomy of Responsible Consumption Initiatives and Their Social Equity Implications","authors":"Elizabeth Emperatriz García-Salirrosas, Ángel Acevedo-Duque, Dany Yudet Millones-Liza","doi":"10.3390/su172310672","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su172310672","url":null,"abstract":"In recent years, responsible consumption has emerged as a central practice in organizational transformation towards more sustainable and socially committed models; however, the real impact of these initiatives in terms of social equity has not yet been sufficiently systematized in the scientific literature. This systematic review analyzed organizational responsible consumption initiatives and their contribution to social equity by searching Scopus and Web of Science, applying the PRISMA 2020 protocol to identify, select, and analyze empirical studies published between 2010 and 2025 globally. From 228 documents initially identified, 47 studies that met the eligibility criteria were included after a rigorous selection process. The results revealed a taxonomy of eleven thematic clusters of organizational initiatives that address multiple dimensions of equity: access, distributive, recognition, participatory, contextual, environmental, social, temporal, technological, and relational. Public and social organizations are leading initiatives for equitable access and democratic participation, while the private sector focuses on sustainable business models and technological innovation. The most effective initiatives integrate multiple dimensions of equity and prevent the reproduction of existing inequalities. However, significant limitations were identified, such as greenwashing risks, scalability challenges, and unequal benefit sharing. Evidence suggests that the transformative potential of responsible consumption critically depends on systemic approaches, cross-sector partnerships, and institutional frameworks that ensure long-term, sustainable, equitable impacts.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"17 23","pages":"10672-10672"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/17/23/10672/pdf?version=1764322695","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147892969","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Novel Low-Temperature Fabricated Coal Gangue-Based Porous Ceramics: Water Absorption/Retention Features and Their Application in Dryland Agriculture","authors":"Hao Wang, Haozhong Zhang, Peng Zhao, Yongzhen Wang","doi":"10.3390/su172210111","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su172210111","url":null,"abstract":"This study addresses water scarcity in arid regions by developing low-temperature-sintered porous ceramics for agricultural water management, utilizing coal gangue solid waste as the primary resource. Systematic single-factor experiments first identified the optimal sintering temperature (615 °C) and polystyrene content (25%) that critically balance pore formation and structural integrity. Building on this, orthogonal experiment optimization yielded an optimal formulation exhibiting exceptional comprehensive performance (coal gangue 20 g, starch 25 g, glass powder 11 g, polystyrene 27 g): 149.70% water absorption, 57.75 h water retention, 77.28% porosity, and 0.55 MPa compressive strength. The material’s graded pore structure, achieved through composite pore-formers (polystyrene/starch) and diatomaceous earth, underlies its enhanced capillary action. The pot experiment of Chinese cabbage confirmed its effect, shortened the emergence time of seedlings to &lt;24 h, and significantly improved the emergence rate and the growth of seedlings in the early stage (7 days). This work provides a new way for the value of coal gangue in dryland agriculture and ecological restoration.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"17 22","pages":"10111-10111"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-11-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/17/22/10111/pdf?version=1762949854","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147920516","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Non-Destructive Yield Prediction in Common Bean Using UAV-Based Spectral and Structural Metrics: Implications for Sustainable Crop Management","authors":"N. E. Sánchez, Julián Garzón Barrero, Darío Fernando Londoño Pinilla","doi":"10.3390/su172210066","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3390/su172210066","url":null,"abstract":"Early prediction of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) yield is essential for improving productivity in tropical agricultural systems. In this study, we integrated canopy structural metrics obtained with the Tracing Radiation and Architecture of Canopies (TRAC) system, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)-based multispectral measurements (normalized difference vegetation index—NDVI, projected canopy area), and phenological variables collected from stages R6 to R8 under non-limiting nitrogen conditions. Exploratory analyses (correlation, variance inflation factors—VIF), dimensionality reduction (principal component analysis—PCA), and regularized regression (Elastic Net/LASSO), combined with bootstrap stability selection, were applied to identify a parsimonious subset of robust predictors. The final model, composed of six variables, explained approximately 72% of the variability in plant-level grain yield, with acceptable errors (RMSE ≈ 10.67 g; MAE ≈ 7.91 g). The results demonstrate that combining early vigor, radiation interception, and canopy architecture provides complementary information beyond simple spectral indices. This non-destructive framework delivers an efficient model for early yield estimation and supports site-specific management decisions in common bean with high spatial resolution. By enhancing input-use efficiency and reducing waste, this approach contributes to sustainable development and aligns with the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for climate-resilient agriculture.","PeriodicalId":49457,"journal":{"name":"Sustainability Science","volume":"17 22","pages":"10066-10066"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-11-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/17/22/10066/pdf?version=1762855266","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147880088","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}