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Item Restricted Item Restricted Leveraging ecotourism experiences to drive sustainable behaviours: perspective of mangrove ecotourists(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2025-06-26)Purpose This study examines the relationships between tourist experiences, satisfaction and sustainable behaviours in mangrove ecotourism. It also explores the moderating effect of gender on the satisfaction–sustainable behaviour link, addressing gaps in sustainable tourism research. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected from 399 young Indonesian tourists visiting mangrove ecotourism destinations. Partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was employed to analyse the data and assess the proposed relationships among experience quality, satisfaction and sustainable behaviours, including the moderating role of gender. Findings The study reveals that service quality is the strongest contributor to satisfaction, followed by eco-educational quality. Satisfaction, in turn, plays a central role in driving environmental concern, pro-environmental intentions and loyalty to mangrove ecotourism. The analysis reveals that gender plays a moderating role in the satisfaction–behaviour link, as satisfied male tourists exhibit higher pro-environmental intentions than their female counterparts. This counters prevailing expectations and suggests a more nuanced understanding of gender’s role in shaping sustainable tourism actions. Practical implications Ecotourism operators should prioritize service excellence through continuous staff development, embed meaningful eco-education in tour design and create targeted messaging tailored to different gender profiles. For example, male-oriented strategies may focus on measurable environmental impacts and logical appeals, while female-oriented messages can highlight community, empathy and long-term social value. These approaches can help foster deeper and more diverse engagement in sustainable practices. Originality/value This study advances theoretical understanding by integrating the stimulus–organism–response (S-O-R) model with the experience economy framework, offering a comprehensive explanation of how immersive ecotourism experiences influence behavioural outcomes. It also provides novel insights into gender-based differences, particularly the unexpected patterns of pro-environmental commitment among male tourists.Item Restricted Doing academic conferences differently: Enhancing ecological and social sustainability(2025)Academic conferences are important for career progression, serving as valued occasions for attendees to network, learn and establish or maintain collaborations. However, it is becoming more widely acknowledged that traditional centralised in-person conferences are both ecologically and socially unsustainable – attendees’ travel often carries a significant ecological cost, and the barriers to participation that historically under-represented groups still face mean the benefits of conference attendance are not equitably distributed. Addressing these challenges requires conferences to be ‘done differently’ – while some innovative practices were developed during the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a tendency to revert to the traditional model. Here, we present the findings of a mixed methods study that aimed to provide a nuanced understanding of the ecological and social sustainability benefits of a real-world decentralised multi-hub conference held in 2023. This conference comprised local hubs hosted in different places around the world, each with its own programme tailored to the interests and needs of the local attendees, and structured around a shared core programme broadcast globally. We calculated transport-related carbon emissions for the decentralised multi-hub conference and compared them with those for a simulated traditional in-person conference and a fully online conference. We also interviewed 14 local hub organisers and attendees to gain their perspectives about the sustainability benefits of this innovative conference format. In terms of ecological sustainability, the decentralised multi-hub conference had significantly lower emissions than a traditional in-person conference, but higher emissions than a fully online conference. Socially, the more accessible and inclusive format attracted a more diverse range of attendees: the benefits of conference attendance were thus accrued more equitably. Despite the enthusiasm of those who have attended conferences such as this, the traditional in-person conference format remains deeply embedded. We have identified a serious disconnect between academic associations and the expectations of their membership regarding conference design practices. We argue it is time for change, and call for academics across all disciplines to push for more ecological and socially sustainable conferences. Let’s do conferences differently, making decentralised multi-hub conferences the norm rather than the exception.Publication Embargo The role of dairy farmers in driving supply chain 4.0 adoption: A case study from the New Zealand dairy supply chain : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the Degree of Master of Commerce and Management at Lincoln University(Lincoln University, 2025)This study explores the crucial role of dairy farmers in driving the adoption of digital technologies within New Zealand’s dairy industry. As a cornerstone of the national economy, the dairy sector significantly contributes to GDP and global exports. With industries worldwide undergoing rapid digital transformation, integrating tools such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), big data analytics, and blockchain has become essential for enhancing efficiency, improving product quality, and ensuring supply chain transparency. However, while large corporations and processing companies have embraced these innovations, the role of dairy farmers—who form the backbone of the industry—remains underexamined. This research employs a qualitative case study approach, drawing on semi‐structured interviews with dairy farmers and processing company representatives. Additionally, it also integrates secondary sources such as industry reports, government publications, and academic journals to provide a broader analysis of the drivers, challenges, and benefits associated with Supply Chain 4.0 adoption. Findings reveal that dairy farmers, as primary producers, are central to the digital transformation process. Their proactive engagement with IoT devices and AI-powered farm management systems has enabled real‐time monitoring of livestock health, milk yield, and environmental conditions. Big data analytics have empowered these stakeholders to predict production trends, optimize resource allocation, and manage supply chain fluctuations effectively. Although blockchain technology remains in its early stages of deployment within the industry. It has the potential to ensure transparency and secure traceability as a significant future asset for enhancing consumer trust in the quality and origin of dairy products. However, the study also highlights several barriers to adopting these digital technologies. High initial investment costs and the steep learning curves associated with complex digital tools limit the widespread implementation of digital technologies particularly for small to medium‐sized farms. In addition, concerns regarding data privacy and the integration of new systems with existing farm operations further complicate the adoption process. Multi-stakeholder collaboration is identified as a critical success factor for the digital transformation of the dairy supply chain. Dairy cooperatives and processing companies play an instrumental role by facilitating access to technical expertise and financial resources. Furthermore, technology providers are urged to design user-friendly, customizable solutions tailored to the specific operational needs of dairy farmers. Government agencies are also recommended to strengthen these initiatives by implementing appropriate solutions to digital transformation in agriculture. The study concludes that while Supply Chain 4.0 technologies are already transforming New Zealand’s dairy industry, there is still significant room for improvement. This research adds to the growing discussion on digital transformation in agriculture by offering valuable insights and practical recommendations to guide future policies and industry practices.Item Restricted Urban GArdens for the Social INtegration of Migrants(Baskent Universitesi, 2022-04)This work has been co-funded by the Erasmus+ program of the European Union. The twelve-authored project report book is edited by Meike Rombach (TUM), Vivienne Whitaker (SF&G), and Iacopo Benedetti (OnP). In the study, immigrant communities, their social participation and education opportunities in intercultural urban gardens in five European countries (Germany, Spain, Austria, Sweden, England) and the effect of those gardens on immigrants were examined. A mixed research approach was applied, combining qualitative and quantitative methods where both survey and interview techniques were used. This book review, where the study is summarized, will continue with the assessment of the project and its applicability to Turkey.
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