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Sumud as connected learning: towards a collective digital commons in PalestineThis paper postulates how connected learning in Palestine is characterised by the metaphor of Sumud as a steadfast resistance to disruption. We propose that the metaphor of Sumud symbolises connectedness for displaced people, whose need for connected learning encompasses a cultural and critical pedagogy, heritage, and self-determination. Palestinians exist in paradoxes we explore, particularly in those who seek to remain in their homeland but also as free to travel, study and work abroad, none of which are simple. For those who stay, education equates to an attempted continuity of normal life, which is explored through discussions with higher education teachers as part of this paper’s research design. We use Sumud to symbolize connected learning grounded in a sovereign culture that displaced communities may otherwise lose. Drawing from data resulting from an Erasmus+–funded project between the UK and Palestine, we underpin a proposal for a digital commons. The digital commons is presented as a potential toolkit of decentralised online spaces for shared learning opportunities, encapsulating Sumud for connected learning among displaced people. We propose that a theoretical framework for Sumud as a metaphor for critical pedagogy must reconcile the separate constituents of safe online spaces, social aspiration, cultural sovereignty, and political displacement and that this is manifest in the toolkit.
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Waste harvesting: lessons learned from the development of waste-to-energy power plants in IndonesiaPurpose The purpose of this research is to analyse the development and implementation of waste-to-energy (WtE) power plants as a strategy to manage municipal solid waste (MSW) in Indonesia. It aims to identify key determinants for the successful adoption of WtE technology in developing countries, focusing on the Benowo WtE power plant, Indonesia’s first large-scale WtE project. Design/methodology/approach This study reviews the development of the Benowo WtE power plant, examining political, regulatory and financial factors influencing its implementation. It analyses the roles of national and local government institutions, highlighting critical elements for the successful deployment of WtE projects in a developing country context. Findings The review shows that the success of WtE projects in Indonesia is significantly influenced by strong local government commitment, supported by political, financial and regulatory backing from the national government. The Benowo WtE power plant’s development demonstrates that with adequate support, WtE can be a viable solution for managing MSW and generating energy in developing countries. The study also identifies barriers to broader WtE adoption in similar contexts. Research limitations/implications The study is limited to 12 WtE projects in Indonesia, with in-depth analysis focused on a single case, potentially overlooking challenges and opportunities in other regions. Furthermore, the study does not include an economic analysis, such as a feasibility assessment. Future research could expand to multiple WtE projects and incorporate primary data collection to provide more comprehensive findings, including feasibility studies of each project. Practical implications The findings provide practical guidance for policymakers and stakeholders in developing countries, identifying critical areas for successful WtE deployment and offering a blueprint based on the Benowo WtE power plant. Social implications Implementing WtE projects can improve waste management, reduce pollution, enhance public health, create jobs and stimulate local economies. The study underscores the importance of government and community collaboration in addressing environmental challenges and fostering shared responsibility. Originality/value This research offers novel insights into WtE technology development in a developing country, specifically focusing on Indonesia’s first large-scale WtE power plant. By analysing the Benowo WtE power plant, the study provides valuable lessons and strategies for other developing nations aiming to adopt WtE solutions for MSW management, emphasising the critical role of government support.
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An analysis of the influence of CEO duality on carbon emissions: Do board characteristics matter?Purpose This study aims to investigate the relationship between CEO duality and carbon dioxide emissions, particularly examining whether board characteristics can mitigate the adverse effects of CEO duality on corporate environmental outcomes. Design/methodology/approach This study uses a fixed affect (FE) approach, analyzing 2112 firm-year observations from a sample of 342 firms over the period 2004-2022. To address potential endogeneity, the study employs the generalized method of moments (GMM) and propensity score matching (PSM) models. Mean centering is used to mitigate multicollinearity issues. Additionally, various dependent variables, including lagged CO2 emissions and the CO2 emissions-torevenue ratio, are applied to validate the findings. Findings The findings reveal that firms with CEOs holding dual positions—serving as both CEO and board chair—have higher carbon dioxide emissions. This effect is more pronounced in firms with larger board sizes, suggesting potential challenges in effectively monitoring CEO behavior in such cases. However, the study finds that the harmful influence of CEO duality on carbon emissions is weakened when boards have a higher proportion of female and independent directors. The effect of board meetings is inconclusive, showing mixed results. These findings indicate that gender diversity and board independence enhance board effectiveness in curbing CEO entrenchment and promoting responsible environmental decision-making. Social Implications The study underscores the critical role of board diversity and independence in enhancing corporate accountability and environmental responsibility. By highlighting the importance of female and independent directors in mitigating the adverse environmental impacts of CEO duality, the research supports calls for more inclusive and independent corporate governance structures. These insights can inform regulatory and policy frameworks aimed at promoting corporate governance practices that prioritize sustainability and social responsibility. Practical Implications For practitioners and policymakers, this study emphasizes the significance of strategic board composition as a tool to improve environmental outcomes. Organizations and regulators should consider policies that encourage greater board independence and gender diversity to strengthen board oversight and reduce negative environmental impacts Sustainability Accounting, Management and Policy Journalassociated with CEO entrenchment. This insight aligns with the United Nations (UN) agenda for sustainable development on climate change mitigation and offers valuable guidance for shareholders and other stakeholders seeking to promote sustainable business practices through improved corporate governance. Originality/Value This study contributes original insights into the governance-environmental performance nexus by empirically demonstrating the moderating role of board characteristics in the CEO duality-carbon emissions relationship. By focusing on board gender diversity and independence as mitigating factors, the research advances the understanding of how specific board features influence a firm's environmental impact, thereby filling a gap in corporate governance and sustainability literature.
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Shrovetide memorial: The Stonyhurst College 1930 production of Journey’s EndThis article considers a school production of R. C. Sherriff’s 1928 anti-war play Journey’s End, at Stonyhurst College in 1930, under the direction of a Jesuit priest who had served as an army chaplain during the First World War. The production was presented on the occasion of Shrovetide which, the article argues, in tandem with a wider tendency of the beginnings of memorialisations of the war dead, effectively allowed for the production to be read in Catholic liturgical terms. Thus the production is considered as an intervention which sought to concentrate young minds on questions related to religious worship and commitment at the point of a rapidly changing world, and in anticipation of their own pending roles in the Second World War. In these respects, the article concludes, the production anticipated the concerns for liturgical renewal of Vatican II.
