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Opis: One major consequence of climate change is the migration problem caused by internal and international displacement of people due to environmental disasters. The cross-border effects of climate-induced displacement have naturally sparked novel debates in the field of refugee law, and has created a group of people commonly called ‘climate refugees’. Climate refugees do not necessarily fall within the definition of ‘refugee’ under the 1951 Geneva Convention. While certain states and international organisations, including the UN, approach the situation of climate refugees solely from a security point of view, others see these people as victims of climate-induced disasters. No country is truly willing to share the burden caused by the climate-induced mass migration or address the full extent of this major phenomenon. Moreover, the international agreements on which they base their asylum claims fail to adequately address the circumstances surrounding their requests. Differing opinions have been expressed in academia as to the appropriate protection mechanisms and assistance that can be provided to climate refugees. In article, we explain the differences between the conventional refugees and climate refugees, discuss the reasons why the existing international conventions fail to protect climate refugees, and highlight the proposed solutions for the protection of such refugees.
Ključne besede: Climate refugees, environmental refugees, environmentally displaced persons, climate induced migration, 1951 Geneva Convention
Objavljeno v DKUM: 28.08.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 2
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Opis: As the climate crisis escalates, educators find themselves frequently having to engage with this issue in a classroom context. A significant contribution that educators, especially language teachers, can make is connected to communicating about environmental questions and helping learners develop the critical skills and competences to engage with such questions fully. In this contribution, we present a series of tasks drawing upon the medium of stories – both fiction and non-fiction, for younger and older learners – which are designed to develop a number of key competences: enhance vocabulary in English relating to climate issues; develop awareness of the key themes regarding these issues; increase learners' critical thinking (regarding the use of language specifically) concerning information available on climate change and related issues.
Ključne besede: climate fiction, communicating climate crisis, stories in the classroom, didactics, language teaching
Objavljeno v DKUM: 26.08.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 5
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Opis: This chapter examines the role of climate change communication within the framework of the Coastal City Living Lab, focusing on the Slovenian coastal town of Piran as a pilot area under the Horizon 2020 SCORE project. The study emphasizes the significance of community engagement and participatory governance in enhancing climate resilience in coastal urban areas vulnerable to sea-level rise, storm surges, and heatwaves. Through the Living Lab methodology, local stakeholders co-create adaptive solutions while communication strategies bridge scientific knowledge with public understanding. Key activities include knowledge transfer, capacity building, and consensus-building efforts designed to address climate risks specific to Piran. This chapter highlights the importance of communication in fostering stakeholder collaboration and sustaining climate resilience initiatives beyond project lifecycles, underscoring the critical need for locally grounded, inclusive adaptation measures in the face of escalating climate challenges.
Ključne besede: climate changes, communication, climate resilence, sustainable urban development, coastal cities
Objavljeno v DKUM: 26.08.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 3
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Opis: Climate change poses significant challenges for viticulture, particularly in regions known for producing high-quality wines. Wine quality results from a complex interaction between climatic factors, regional characteristics, and viticultural practices. Methods: This study integrates statistical analysis, machine learning (ML) algorithms, and systems thinking to assess the extent to which wine quality can be predicted using monthly weather data and regional classification. The dataset includes average wine scores, monthly temperatures and precipitation, and categorical region data for Slovenia between 2011 and 2021. Predictive models tested include Random Forest, Support Vector Machine, Decision Tree, and linear regression. In addition, Causal Loop Diagrams (CLDs) were constructed to explore feedback mechanisms and systemic dynamics. Results: The Random Forest model showed the highest prediction accuracy (R2 = 0.779). Regional classification emerged as the most influential variable, followed by temperatures in September and April. Precipitation did not have a statistically significant effect on wine ratings. CLD models revealed time delays in the effects of adaptation measures and highlighted the role of perceptual lags in growers’ responses to climate signals. Conclusions: The combined use of ML, statistical methods, and CLDs enhances understanding of how climate variability influences wine quality. This integrated approach offers practical insights for winegrowers, policymakers, and regional planners aiming to develop climate-resilient viticultural strategies. Future research should include phenological phase modeling and dynamic simulation to further improve predictive accuracy and system-level understanding.
Ključne besede: wine quality, machine learning, climate change, viticulture, Slovenia, terroir, statistical analysis, causal loop diagrams, system thinking
Objavljeno v DKUM: 18.08.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 7
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Opis: This paper presents an in-depth overview of foreign direct investments (FDI) in Kosovo's economy over more than twenty years. FDI has played a central role, proving indispensable to the development of Kosovo's economy. Thus, FDI is primarily directed towards economic activities like real estate, finance, manufacturing, construction, etc. In terms of the legal framework, Kosovo has approved a range of regulations and laws with the primary goal of protecting, attracting and encouraging foreign investors to invest. However, obstacles such as political instability, energy insecurity, delayed EU integration, and regional political tensions are recognized as the main barriers affecting FDI in Kosovo. Finally, Kosovo should develop suitable policies to boost its investment competitiveness, attract multinational enterprises for investment opportunities, and prioritize less attractive economic sectors for investment of FDI.
Ključne besede: business climate, FDI inflow, foreign investors, growth
Objavljeno v DKUM: 30.05.2025; Ogledov: 0; Prenosov: 6
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