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ISSN: 2666-660X
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Coupling dynamics of SDGs in Tajikistan from 2001 to 2023

Since the United Nations launched the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, global implementation has steadily advanced, yet prominent challenges persist. Progress has been uneven across regions...

Spatiotemporal heterogeneity of runoff in Tajikistan and its driving mechanisms under climate change

Based on monthly runoff and climate datasets spanning 2000–2024, this study employed the Theil–Sen’s slope estimation, Mann–Kendall (M–K) trend test, as well as Pearson correlation and Spearman rank...

Risks of snow drought and impacts on streamflow in Tajikistan

Tajikistan, a mountainous country and a vital water tower for Central Asia, is becoming increasingly vulnerable to snow drought under climate change, threatening its snow- and glacier-fed streamflow....

Current status and recent changes of glaciers in Tajikistan

Tajikistan contains the majority of Central Asia’s glaciers, which cover about 6.00% of the national territory; their rapid shrinkage poses a significant threat to regional water resource security....

Water resources and sustainable management in Tajikistan under global change

As a major source of freshwater in Central Asia, Tajikistan is endowed with abundant glaciers and water resources. However, the country faces multiple challenges, including accelerated glacier retreat,...

Hydrological change trends of the Surkhob and Khingov river basins in the Vakhsh River of Tajikistan under climate change

The hydrological system in Central Asia is highly sensitive to global climate change, significantly affecting water supply and energy production. In Tajikistan, the Vakhsh River—one of the main tributaries...

Grassland ecosystems of Tajikistan: Plant species diversity, ecological restoration, and sustainable management

Livestock farming is a critical pillar of Tajikistan’s national economy and livelihood security. However, significant economic challenges in the country have led to the degradation of grassland ecosystems....

Vascular plant diversity and distribution pattern in Tajikistan: A global hotspot of diversity

Tajikistan represents a core region of the biodiversity hotspot in Central Asian mountains and has exceptional vascular plant diversity. However, the species diversity of the country faces urgent conservation...

Spatial differentiation and risk zonation of debris flow hazards in Tajikistan

Debris flow events are frequent in Tajikistan, yet comprehensive investigations at the regional scale are limited. This study integrates remote sensing, Geographic Information System, and machine learning...

Impact of green energy development on climate change mitigation

This study examined the role of green energy development in mitigating climate change and fostering sustainable development in Central Asia including Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan,...

Exploring the challenges to circular supply chain (CSC) implementation in the chemical-intensive manufacturing industries of emerging economies: Implications toward sustainability

Waste management strategies employed by emerging economies worldwide are often insufficient to address the new-age sustainability challenges. Especially in chemical-intensive manufacturing industries,...

Promoting responsible visitor behavior through green tourism initiatives: Willingness to pay for support scenarios in Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Rapid growth in nature-based and super-premium tourism has increased environmental pressures on protected destinations such as Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park (KNP) in Indonesia, raising concerns...

Mapping the spatial pattern of ecosystem services in the Jabodetabek Metropolitan Area, Indonesia: Could peri-urban areas support the urban core?

The Jabodetabek Metropolitan Area (JMA), Indonesia’s largest urban agglomeration, faces severe challenges due to rapid population growth and environmental degradation. Expanding urban areas has led...

Combined adoption decisions of climate-smart agriculture and their impacts on maize yield in western Ethiopia

Households in western Ethiopia are experiencing food insecurity driven by the effects of climate change. Hence, there is an opportunity to lessen the consequences of climate change by adopting climate-smart...

Quantifying desertification control efficiency in a hyper-arid region: Spatiotemporal dynamics and policy synergies in Hotan Prefecture of China during 2005–2023

Desertification poses severe threats to socio-ecological resilience in arid regions, yet systematic quantification of desertification control efficiency remains limited. This study addressed this gap...

Impact of climate change on global economy: A comprehensive review

Climate change has emerged as an important global issue, primarily driven by human activities, affecting ecosystems, societies, and economies worldwide. This review employed a comprehensive narrative...

Effects of land use and land cover changes on ecosystem services and functions in the Kulpawn River Basin of Ghana

The Kulpawn River Basin (KRB) plays a critical role in supporting rural livelihoods through agriculture, water supply, and biodiversity conservation. However, between 1995 and 2023, significant land...

Integrating farmers’ perceptions and empirical climate data to assess agricultural productivity and food security in coastal Bangladesh

Coastal Bangladesh is highly vulnerable to various impacts of climate change, including rising temperatures, unpredictable precipitation, cyclones, droughts, and saltwater intrusion. These factors collectively...

Insights into material use and economic decoupling in China’s infrastructure for sustainable development

Quantifying material use in infrastructure development and analyzing its relationship with economic growth is essential for enhancing resource efficiency and steering regional resource management toward...

Social-ecological indicators and framework for assessing the sustainability of shrimp farming in coastal Bangladesh

Shrimp farming is a major global aquaculture activity; however, its social and ecological impacts raise sustainability concerns. While previous research has focused on isolated social or environmental...

Conservation agriculture for sustainable food system: Current insights and emerging perspectives

Global challenges, including resource inefficiency, rising food demand, sustainability concerns, and climate change, necessitate more efficient and resilient agricultural systems. Conservation agriculture...

Examining the effects of climatic and non-climatic factors on sectoral growth: Evidence from different country income groups

Climate change may have detrimental effects on different sectoral growth in global economy and according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the impacts of climate change will be more...

Dual impact of digitalization on the carbon emissions of Yangtze River Delta urban agglomerations in China: A spatiotemporal perspective

Digital transformation, as a recent trend in socioeconomic development, is considered as a critical pathway for urban carbon reduction because of its potential to increase productivity and energy efficiency....

What’s in a name for timber? Trade documentation and conservation prioritization in four tropical timber species imported to the United States

The tropical timber trade faces significant sustainability challenges, including deforestation, illegal logging, and inadequate traceability. Inaccurate species identification further complicates these...

Exploring the influence of trade openness, energy consumption, natural resource rents, and human capital in achieving carbon neutrality

Addressing the pressing challenges of climate change and global warming requires a strong commitment to reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and achieving carbon neutrality. Efficient energy use...

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