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Abstract: The European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive expanded its Non-Financial Reporting Directive requirements to companies with over 250 employees, mandating their sustainability reporting from 2025. This expansion will quadruple the number of companies subject to mandatory reporting, presenting new challenges for their managers and responsible employees. Companies will have to report according to the European Sustainability Reporting Standards. This article addresses gaps in vocational education and training (VET) programs related to sustainability knowledge and reporting. It aims to establish a unified approach for VET teachers and learners across the EU, preparing them for the evolving job market demands. The methodology ADDIE (Analysis/Design/Development/Implementation/Evaluation) was used to develop the curriculum and training. The research began by creating a knowledge repository and a questionnaire, focusing on current reporting practices and job requirements, and continued with preparing materials for the training course. The course encompassed six learning units: (1) European legislation and sustainability standards, (2) sustainability management, (3–5) environmental, social, and corporate dimensions, and (6) sustainability reporting. The initiative included multiplier (dissemination) events, pilot applications, and online course tests. To deliver the course effectively, an interactive e-learning platform was developed; gamification elements and other engaging activities were included to enhance learning outcomes.
Keywords: sustainability, corporate reporting, EU directive, educaiton, e-learning
Published in DKUM: 12.02.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 9
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Abstract: Given the urgency to combat climate change and ensure environmental sustainability, this review examines the transition to net-zero emissions in chemical and process industries. It addresses the core areas of carbon emissions reduction, efficient energy use, and sustainable practices. What is new, however, is that it focuses on cutting-edge technologies such as biomass utilization, biotechnology applications, and waste management strategies that are key drivers of this transition. In particular, the study addresses the unique challenges faced by industries such as cement manufacturing and highlights the need for innovative solutions to effectively reduce their carbon footprint. In particular, the role of hydrogen as a clean fuel is at the heart of revolutionizing the chemical and process sectors, pointing the way to cleaner and greener operations. In addition, the manuscript explores the immense importance of the European Green Deal and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the chemical industry. These initiatives provide a clear roadmap and framework for advancing sustainability, driving innovation, and reducing the industry's environmental impact, and are a notable contribution to the existing body of knowledge. Ultimately, alignment with the European Green Deal and the SDGs can bring numerous benefits to the chemical industry, increasing its competitiveness, promoting societal well-being, and supporting cross-sector collaboration to achieve shared sustainability goals. By highlighting the novelty of integrating cutting-edge technologies, addressing unique industrial challenges, and positioning global initiatives, this report offers valuable insights to guide the chemical and process industries on their transformative path to a sustainable future.
Keywords: net zero, energy, process industries, emissions, climate, chemicals, biomass, waste, cement, metals
Published in DKUM: 19.02.2024; Views: 333; Downloads: 564
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Abstract: V prispevku so predstavljeni mednarodni standardi ISO 31 (Veličine in enote) z naslednjimi deli: ISO 31-0 (Splošna načela), ISO 31-1 (Prostor in čas), ISO 31-2 (Periodični in sorodni pojavi), ISO 31-3 (Mehanika), ISO 31-4 (Toplota), ISO 31-5 (Elektrika in magnetizem), ISO 31-8 (Fizikalna kemija in molekulska fizika), ISO 31- 12 (Karakteristična števila) in drugimi. Poudarek je na splošnih načelih, ki so pomembna za pisanje poročil, referatov, člankov, knjig in za pedagoški proces.
Keywords: metrologija, mednarodni standardi ISO 31, simboli, veličine, enote, mednarodni sistem enot (SI), prostor, čas, periodični pojavi, mehanika, toplota, elektrika, magnetizem, fizikalna kemija, molekulska fizika, karakteristična števila
Published in DKUM: 18.08.2017; Views: 1375; Downloads: 139
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Abstract: In this paper the international standards ISO 31 (Quantities and units) are presented with the following parts: ISO 31-0 (General principles), ISO 31-1 (Space and time), ISO 31-2 (Periodic and related phenomena), ISO 31-3 (Mechanics), ISO 31-4 (Heat), ISO 31-5 (Electricity and magnetism), ISO 31-8 (Physical chemistry and molecular physics), ISO 31-12 (Characteristic numbers)and others. The emphasis is given on the basic principles, which is important for writing of reports, presentations, articles , books and for education.
Keywords: kemijska procesna tehnika, standardi, veličine, enote
Published in DKUM: 10.07.2015; Views: 2549; Downloads: 72
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Keywords: vodna omrežja, pivske tropine, trajnostno delovanje
Published in DKUM: 29.07.2014; Views: 1926; Downloads: 133
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