Sustainable Development Unveiled

Listed in the top 2% of scientists by Stanford University (2024), Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Taneja is a Professor (Research) at the Department of Management Studies, Graphic Era Deemed to be University, India, and an Affiliated Professor at Usak University, Turkey. He is also a Research Fellow at the University Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia. His expertise spans Banking and Finance (FinTech, Green Finance), Risks, Insurance Management, and Green Economics. He holds dual master’s degrees (MBA and M.Com.) and earned his PhD, sponsored by ICSSR, from Chaudhary Devi University, India. He completed his post-doctoral research on the "Impact of the European Green Deal on Carbon Emissions in Turkey" at Usak University in 2023. Prof. Taneja has over 50 Scopus-indexed publications, including books, book chapters, and cases, along with several patents. He serves as a Special Issue Editor and reviewer for leading Scopus/ABDC/Web of Science journals and is recognized for his dynamic and innovative contributions to academia and research. Prof. Ercan Özen received his BSc in Public Finance (1994), MSc in Business Accounting (1997), PhD in Business Finance (2008) from University of Afyon Kocatepe. Now he is Associate Professor of Finance in department of Banking and Finance, School of Applied Sciences, “University of Uşak, Turkey. His current research interests include different aspects of Finance. He has (co-) authored 5 book chapters and more than 50 papers, more than 40 conferences participation, member in International Program Committee of 3 conferences and workshops. He is chair of International Applied Social Sciences Congress. He is also a certificated accountant, member of Agean Finance Association and member of TEMA (Turkey Combating Soil Erosion, for Reforestation and the Protection of Natural Resources Foundation.) Prof. (Dr.) J. Paulo Davim is a Full Professor at the University of Aveiro, Portugal, with over 35 years of experience in Mechanical, Materials, and Industrial Engineering. He holds multiple distinguished academic titles, including a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and a DSc from London Metropolitan University. He has published over 300 books and 600 articles, with more than 36,500 citations. He is ranked among the world's top 2% scientists by Stanford University and holds leadership positions in numerous international journals, conferences, and research projects.

• 1. Rethinking Progress Through Innovation for a Sustainable Future2. Empowering women's entrepreneurship in rural economies: A literature review on training and resource integration3. Sustainable Business Models and ICT-Driven Crowdfunding: Case Studies in Responsible Consumption and Economic Growth4. Case Study: Building Sustainable Infrastructure in India’s Development Framework5. Open Innovation in Seaport Ecosystems: Insights from a Comprehensive Review6. Entrepreneurial strategies for sustainable growth among disadvantaged individuals in emerging economies7. Cause-Related Marketing and Sustainable Business Practices: How to Influence Investor Decisions8. An industry overview of the Turkish green energy sector: A market review (2022–2025)9. Green Infrastructure: Trends and Innovations for Advancing Sustainability Goals10. AI for Cultural Preservation: Using Advanced Technology to Sustain Heritage Sites11. Optimizing green nanotechnology in small business in Nigeria: Towards sustainable practical solutions for achieving zero hunger (SDG 2)12. Circular Economic Models in Canada’s Agri-Food Sector: Practical Approaches for Sustainable Development13. Net-zero: Environmental and economic strategies14. AI-Powered Innovations for Sustainable Blue Economy: Advancing SDG 14 (Life below Water)15. Sustainable Development and FemTech: Inspiring Case Studies for Women’s Health and Empowerment16. Sustainable Supply Chain Initiatives in BRICS Countries – Lessons Learned and Key Takeaways: Case Studies and Best Practices17. Corporate Sustainability in Transition: CSR, Stakeholder Engagement, and Circular Supply Chains in Listed and Family-Owned Businesses18. Green Finance and Sustainable Development: A Systematic Literature Review of Emerging Gaps and Future Pathways