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Rebalancing Tourism in a World Heritage City: The Role of Coastal and Maritime Heritage in Porto, Portugal
Submitted: 07 October 2026 You are already at the latest version This study examines whether coastal and maritime heritage can diversify tourism experiences and support a more balanced spatial distribution of visitors in Porto, Portugal. It investigates the determinants of tourists’ intentions to visit coastal experiences and their effects on satisfaction and loyalty, considering the mediating role of visit intentions and moderating effects of age and income.
Balancing Legacy and Progress: Environmental and Social Sustainability Practices in European Union Family Firms
Supporting Information Filename Description bse71222-sup-0001-Appendix_S1.docxWord 2007 document , 33.2 KB Appendix S1: Supporting Information. References , and . 2024. “A Comparative Review of Global Environmental Policies for Promoting Sustainable Development and Economic Growth.” International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences 6, no. 5: 954–977. https://doi.org/10.51594/ijarss.v6i5.1147. , and . 2021.
Linking Sustainable Human Resources Practices to Corporate Reputation: The Role of Job Satisfaction and Organizational Culture
References , , , and . 2023. “Linking Green Human Resource Practices and Sustainable Performance: The Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction and Green Motivation.” Sustainability 15, no. 6: 4835. https://doi.org/10.3390/su15064835. , and . 2022. “Relationship of Green Human Resource Management With Environmental Performance: Mediating Effect of Green Organizational Culture.” Benchmarking: An International Journal 30, no. 7: 2351–2376. https://doi.org/10.1108/bij-08-2021-0474. 2015.
Sustainable Consumption in Generation Z: The Role of Environmental Perception, Purchase Decision, and Gender Moderation
1 Introduction Sustainable consumption has become a central concern for businesses, policymakers, and scholars, particularly in the context of accelerating climate change, resource depletion, and increasing societal pressure for corporate environmental responsibility (Borah et al. 2024; Jasrotia et al. 2023).
Werden Plattformen wie Gutefrage in naher Zukunft Probleme bekommen, da KI-Angebote schneller und zuverlässiger Antworten entwickeln?
Antworten per Künstlicher Intelligenz sind auf Gutefrage verboten, was ich grundsätzlich für eine richtige Entscheidung halte. Schließlich sollte eine Plattform wie Gutefrage darauf basieren, dass echte Menschen ihre persönlichen Erfahrungen und individuellen Ansichten miteinander teilen.
Capabilities Approach to Working From Home: Is It the Path to Work Engagement and Work‐Life Balance?
1 Introduction In recent years, we have witnessed a progressive transformation of how people work, as new and alternative ways of organizing work (Aroles et al. 2021) have been introduced into the daily lives of those working in many organizations. This transformation can take various forms, such as mobile working, coworking, flex offices, virtual collaboration, digital nomadism, and remote work.
Pathways to Circularity: Engagement Patterns of European SMEs in the Circular Economy
References , , and . 2023. “Conception of Circular Economy Obstacles in Context of Supply Chain: A Case of Rubber Industry.” International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management 72, no. 4: 1111–1153. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPPM-12-2020-0686. , , , and . 2022. “Analyzing Barriers for the Adoption of Circular Economy in the Manufacturing Sector.” International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management 71, no. 3: 912–931. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJPPM-01-2021-0021. , , , , and . 2023.
What Is the Impact of Digital Tools on Hospitality Business Performance? The Case of SME Accommodation Sector in Portugal
Conflicts of Interest The authors declare no conflicts of interet. References 1990. “Toward an Economic Model of the Japanese Firm.” Journal of Economic Literature 28, no. 1: 1–27. , , , and . 2015. “Management of On-Line Sales Channels at Hotels: Channel Manager System.” Journal of Toursim and Hospitality Management: 319–328. 1991. “Firm Resources and Sustained Competitive Advantage.” Journal of Management 17, no. 1: 99–120. , , and . 2021.
Environmental sustainability from a generational lens-A study comparing generation X, Y, and Z ecological commitment
REFERENCES , , , & (2024). Age differences and profiles in pro-environmental behavior and eco-emotions. International Journal of Behavioral Development, 48(2), 132–144. https://doi.org/10.1177/01650254231222436 , & (2014). Feelings that make a difference: How guilt and pride convince consumers of the effectiveness of sustainable consumption choices. Journal Business Ethics, 124, 117–134. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10551-013-1841-9 , , & (2020).
Financial Sustainability: Exploring the Influence of the Triple Bottom Line Economic Dimension on Firm Performance
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Charting Resource Efficiency Practices Across European Firms: A Multilevel Analysis
1 Introduction The circular economy (CE) has increasingly emerged as a critical paradigm for sustainable development, prompting organizations and policymakers across the European Union (EU) to rethink traditional linear production and consumption models (Lopes and Farinha 2019; Lopes, Pinho, and Gomes 2025). At its core, CE emphasizes the reduction of waste, the continual use of resources, and the integration of environmental considerations into business practices (García-Quevedo et al. 2020).
The contribution of the labour practices to organizational performance: The mediating role of social sustainability
Perceived social sustainability This construct was measured following the work of Hale et al.
Green Shocks: The Spillover Effects of Green Equity Indices on Global Market Dynamics
1. Introduction In recent decades, the environmental crisis has manifested with increasing global significance, stressing the need for sustainable interventions. The evolution of green finance has been pivotal in this regard. Since the European Investment Bank pioneered the use of green bonds in 2007, there has been a notable shift in financial markets towards environmentally conscious investments.
Unlocking the potential of circular consumption: The influence of circular habits, environmental concerns and the search for pro‐sustainable information on circular consumption
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper. Supporting Information Filename Description bsd2327-sup-0001-supinfo.pdfPDF document, 234.4 KB Data S1: Supporting Information. REFERENCES , , , & (2020). Effects of circular economy policies on the environment and sustainable growth: Worldwide research. Sustainability, 12(14), 5792. , , & (2022).
From green hype to green habits: Understanding the factors that influence young consumers' green purchasing decisions
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT The authors declare no conflict of interest. REFERENCES (2020). Generation Z is willing to pay more for eco-friendly products: Sustainability is becoming more important in consumer choice overall. Ad Age. , & (2023). Solving the product uncertainty hurdle in social commerce: The mediating role of seller uncertainty. International Journal of Information Management Data Insights, 3(1), 100169. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jjimei.2023.100169 , , , , & (2023).
From environmental sustainability practices to green innovations: Evidence from small and medium‐sized manufacturing companies
REFERENCES , & (2018). Determinants of firms innovation in Nigeria. Kasetsart Journal of Social Sciences, 39(3), 448–456. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.kjss.2017.07.006 , & (2013). Green innovation and financial performance: An institutional approach. Organization & Environment, 26(4), 365–385. https://doi.org/10.1177/1086026613507931 , , , & (2023). Business management perspectives on the circular economy: Present state and future directions. Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 187, 122182.
The Dark Side of Green Marketing: How Greenwashing Affects Circular Consumption?
1. Introduction In our modern society, topics such as greenwashing and circular consumption have risen to greater significance. Putting the focus on reducing waste and promoting resource reuse, circular consumption has emerged as a sustainable practice [,]. Meanwhile, companies that mislead consumers regarding their environmental practices or product benefits fall into the category of greenwashing.
Strategic Organizational Sustainability in the Age of Sustainable Development Goals
Open AccessArticle by 1, 2,3,*, 3, 3, 3, 3 and 3 1 Research on Economics, Management and Information Technologies, REMIT, Portucalense University, 4200-072 Porto, Portugal 2 NECE-UBI—Research Unit in Business Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Estrada do Sineiro, s/n, 6200-209 Covilhã, Portugal 3 Miguel Torga Institute of Higher Education, Largo Cruz de Celas nº1, 3000-132 Coimbra, Portugal * Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Work-Life Balance and Work from Home Experience: Perceived Organizational Support and Resilience of European Workers during COVID-19
1. Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a massive shift in how people work, with millions of employees worldwide transitioning to work-from-home (WFH) arrangements (Wang et al. 2021; OECD 2021). While WFH offers several advantages, such as increased flexibility and reduced commute time (Gajendran and Harrison 2007; Nakrošienė et al. 2019), it also presents new challenges related to work–life balance (WLB), social isolation, stress, and mental health (Novianti and Roz 2020; Gálvez et al.
Insights for Pro-Sustainable Tourist Behavior: The Role of Sustainable Destination Information and Pro-Sustainable Tourist Habits
1. Introduction Global tourism is responsible for a significant carbon footprint (around 10%), contributing to environmental degradation and climate change [,]. Suppose there is no substantial change in current policies and business practices by 2050, then, if that is the case, the projected growth in tourism will consume 154% more energy and 152% more water, emit 131% more greenhouse gases and provide a 251% increase in solid waste [].
Sleep Patterns, Eating Behavior and the Risk of Noncommunicable Diseases
Abstract : Sleep is extremely important for the homeostasis of the organism. In recent years, various studies have been carried out to address factors related to sleep patterns and their influence on food choices, as well as on the onset of chronic noncommunicable diseases. The aim of this article is to provide a scientific literature review on the possible role of sleep patterns on eating behavior and the risk of noncommunicable diseases.
Triple Bottom Line, Sustainability, and Economic Development: What Binds Them Together? A Bibliometric Approach
1. Introduction Health in the 21st century is threatened across the planet by climate change [,]. Sustainability has become a mandatory topic in academia and corporate boardrooms []. Stakeholders have pressured companies to abandon the economistic view and adopt the triple bottom line (TBL) approach []. The TBL framework pertains to a company’s value-creation activities related to corporate sustainability [,,,,]. The TBL construct, or sustainability tripod, designed by Elkington emerged in 1996 [].
Exploring the Role of Gamification in the Online Shopping Experience in Retail Stores: An Exploratory Study
This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Open AccessArticle by João M.
What Role Does Sustainable Behavior and Environmental Awareness from Civil Society Play in the Planet’s Sustainable Transition
1. Introduction The last few years have been fruitful in showing us the consequences of uncontrolled human action on the planet. Alerts about the degradation of natural resources have been given over the last two decades. Still, humanity accommodated itself through a comfortable lifestyle and focused only on the present, ignoring the environmental damage it has been causing or feigning concern without doing anything to reverse the situation.
Exploring Consumer Behavior and Brand Management in the Automotive Sector: Insights from a Digital and Territorial Perspective
Abstract : Human beings are strongly influenced by their emotions; so, it is believed that building a close relationship between consumers and brands is a key factor for success. In this way, car brands are no exception, and despite facing numerous challenges associated with the energy transition, they have to reinvent themselves, retaining a focus on offering a unique and personalized experience for the consumer without forgetting the factors that influence the decision-making process.
The Epic Game of Creating a Successful Gamified Co-Creation Strategy
Abstract : This paper aims to explore consumer engagement with online retailers through gamification, the use of game mechanics, and co-creation. A qualitative methodology was used through an exploratory case study approach. The interviews were conducted with 30 Portuguese consumers. It was found that the majority of respondents do not consider online shopping as a substitute for other entertainment activities.
Designing apps for kids: a reading app user experience
With the boom of digital, education can't be left behind. Although perceived by many as a threat to traditional education, web and mobile apps can play a big role in children's cognitive development. From a design perspective, there's still a lot to be done. So how can we, designers, help our users (kids) making the most of their experience when interacting with a digital product? That's exactly what I'll cover through this article.
Why cross cultural design really matters
If you're about to design a new product or to expand it to a new market, leave your assumptions aside: focus on your users first. Between awesome features, branding colours and business goals, users, who should be the main prioriy, are often forgotten during the process. This is even more highlighted when designing for international target groups, where users’ cultural background may be neglected.
Convergence of miR-143 overexpression, oxidative stress and cell death in HCT116 human colon cancer cells
MicroRNAs (miRNAs) regulate a wide variety of biological processes, including tumourigenesis. Altered miRNA expression is associated with deregulation of signalling pathways, which in turn cause abnormal cell growth and de-differentiation, contributing to cancer. miR-143 and miR-145 are anti-tumourigenic and influence the sensitivity of tumour cells to chemotherapy and targeted therapy.
Why cross-cultural design really matters
If you’re about to design a new product or to expand it to a new market, leave your assumptions aside: focus on your users first. Between awesome features, branding colours and business goals, users, who should be the main prioriy, are often forgotten during the process. This is even more highlighted when designing for international target groups, where users’ cultural background may be neglected.
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