The Drivers and Barriers of the Solar Water Heating Entrepreneurial System: A Cost–Benefit Analysis

Yılmaz, Sıdıka Ece; Yildizhan, Hasan; Yıldırım, Cihan; Zhao, Chuang-Yao; Gomes, João; Alkharusi, Tarik

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“…In contrast, higher expenses related to production inputs, climate control, and distribution directly squeeze profit margins, all else being constant [46]. For water and energy costs, in particular, multiple prior greenhouse studies validate the profit erosion effect as overheads rise [47,48]. This motivates hypothesis 10, which predicts an inverse relationship between input expenditures and net returns.…”

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Effective Economic Model for Greenhouse Facilities Management and Digitalization

Durmanov,

Farmanov,

Nazarova

et al. 2024

J. Hum. Earth Future

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The main objective of this study was to inform evidence-based financial strategies and policy directions for Uzbekistan’s ambitious greenhouse agriculture expansion by quantifying how integration with agricultural data platforms affects key operational metrics like crop productivity, expenditures, profitability, and technical efficiency. The core methodological approach integrated econometric modeling techniques (production, cost, and profit functions) with data envelopment analysis to conduct comprehensive techno-economic assessments across a representative sample of 58 greenhouse facilities using primary data collected on yields, costs, technology deployment levels, and digital platform accessibility. A key finding was that involvement in digital supply chain coordination platforms corresponded to a 36% increase in profitability, coupled with a 19% reduction in expenses, a 29% improvement in crop yields, and a 22% boost in optimized technical efficiency scores relative to conventional practices after controlling for technology adoption and other factors. This novel contribution provides quantifiable evidence on the synergistic productivity, financial sustainability, and climate resilience dividends unlocked by aligning physical infrastructure upgrades with virtual enhancements around data visibility and supply network integration to overcome constraints facing smallholder agricultural operations. The interdisciplinary analysis outlines an integrated roadmap for smart greenhouse expansion through investments in transparency tools, digital ecosystems, and workforce training. Doi: 10.28991/HEF-2024-05-02-04 Full Text: PDF

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Section: H9mentioning

confidence: 92%

Effective Economic Model for Greenhouse Facilities Management and Digitalization

Durmanov,

Farmanov,

Nazarova

et al. 2024

J. Hum. Earth Future

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Entrepreneurial barriers in achieving sustainable business and cultivation of innovation: a resource-based view theory perspective

Agrawal,

Samadhiya,

Banaitis

et al. 2024

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PurposeThe study aims to highlight the barriers faced by the entrepreneurs toward achieving sustainability in business and innovation cultivation by offering solutions for academicians, practitioners and policymakers. The study uses the resource-based view (RBV) theory to discuss how an organization’s resources and capabilities influence the competitive ambience and barriers faced by entrepreneurs.Design/methodology/approachThe present research uses grey-causal modelling (GSC) to analyse the barriers against successful entrepreneurship.FindingsThe research focuses on the usefulness of dynamic capabilities, managing and cooperating resources in the entrepreneurship setting. The paper highlights the importance of resource gathering and nurturing as a method to combat scarcity. This research further identifies that financial limitations, regulatory obstacles, challenges to sourcing qualified labour, poor infrastructure and technology, limited mentorship opportunities, lack of scalability, low initial cost barriers in product development and risk-averse attitudes are the major factors hindering entrepreneurs from obtaining sustainable business and innovation.Originality/valueThe contribution of this research to the literature is that it assesses RBV theory within the realm of entrepreneurship, providing a different perspective on resources and capabilities as well as the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. The systematic approach to the analysis and prioritization of various barriers is innovative, and it adds knowledge in this area.

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Synthetic Fuels for Decarbonising UK Rural Transport

Dabo,

Gough,

Alparslan

2024

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Decarbonising transport is a crucial element of the UK’s strategy to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, as the transport sector is currently the largest contributor to the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions. Rural communities face distinct challenges in this effort due to their reliance on internal combustion engines (ICEs) across vehicles and machinery essential for daily life, including farming equipment and private transport. While the upcoming ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles paves the way for the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs), this solution may not fully address the unique needs of rural areas where infrastructure limitations and specific mobility requirements pose significant barriers. In this context, synthetic fuels, produced using renewable energy sources, offer a potential alternative. These fuels can be used directly in existing internal combustion engines without requiring major modifications and have the added benefit of reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions by capturing CO2 during production. This entry explores the potential advantages of adopting synthetic fuels, particularly in rural areas, and examines how community-based buying cooperatives could support their wider use through bulk purchasing, cost reduction, and community empowerment.

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The Drivers and Barriers of the Solar Water Heating Entrepreneurial System: A Cost–Benefit Analysis

Cited by 3 publications

References 54 publications

Effective Economic Model for Greenhouse Facilities Management and Digitalization

Effective Economic Model for Greenhouse Facilities Management and Digitalization

Entrepreneurial barriers in achieving sustainable business and cultivation of innovation: a resource-based view theory perspective

Synthetic Fuels for Decarbonising UK Rural Transport

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