Papers by Keyword: Policy

Abstract: The importance of iron and steel to any nation’s economy cannot be overstressed. This paper X-rays the importance of iron and steel to the development of any nation’s economy with reference to China, South Africa and Nigeria. It discusses that iron and steel companies are needed to provide high-quality and efficient services. Benefits that can be derived from iron and steel which includes; revenue generation for the sustenance of nation’s economy, employment generation, industrialization are discussed. Government policy, lack of commitment on the part of policy makers of this country among others have been outlined as barriers that militate against the development of iron and steel in the country. Commitment, implementation of every policy formulated for the industry and partnership with experienced private sector was identified as among the solution to move the sector forward. Keywords: Industry, Iron and Steel, Economic, Production, Consumption, Policy

Abstract: This paper evaluates the feasibility of hydrogen production targets within Nigeria’s Energy Transition Plan (ETP), considering the country’s abundant renewable energy resources, evolving policy environment, and significant infrastructural and financial hurdles. Using a comprehensive review of global and national energy strategies, cost estimates, and technical potentials, the study compares Nigeria’s current hydrogen development status to international benchmarks. Key findings show that although Nigeria has substantial solar, wind, and hydropower potential, along with vast natural gas reserves for green and blue hydrogen, the lack of a detailed national hydrogen policy with clear, measurable targets remains a major obstacle. Additionally, hydrogen technologies’ high capital and operational costs, combined with an overall funding gap in the broader energy transition, call for strong policy frameworks, strategic infrastructure development, and focused human capital investment. The paper concludes with recommendations for a phased, integrated strategy to unlock Nigeria’s hydrogen economy. It highlights the importance of policy clarity, risk reduction in investments, and building local capacity to meet its net-zero goals by 2060.

Abstract: Demands for energy are rising as the world's population expands. To meet these demands, fossil fuels have been overused, yet this over reliance on them has led to their depletion. The usage of fossil fuels has also significantly contributed to the release of greenhouse gases, which is a serious environmental concern. Sustainable energy is therefore environmentally friendly and financially sound. Petro-diesel can be replaced by biodiesel because it is biodegradable and less hazardous. Biofuel is any fuel produced from biomass, which can be either animal fats or waste, plant or algae material as a feedstock. Biomass benefits in producing fuels which helps to lessen the demand for petroleum fuel and products. Petroleum fuel and gas increase the greenhouse gas emissions profile of the transportation sector. The Republic of South Africa (RSA) is the 14^th world's largest emitter of greenhouse gases. This is due to the emissions resulting from burning and heavy reliance on coal. Since biofuel can be produced domestically from natural sources like soybeans, rapeseed, macadamia nuts, coconuts, and even leftover cooking, it has the potential to serve as a remarkable substitute for the commonly used petroleum-derived diesel fuel. This study addresses the historical development of macadamia nuts with a focus on the South African Macadamia Nuts (SAMN) industry, its origin, and as a feedstock for biodiesel production. The generation and classification of biodiesel, physicochemical properties, biodiesel standards, and both American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), European Committee for Standardization (EN 14214), and South African biodiesel framework standards are discussed. Furthermore, the biodiesel blending requirements, techniques, and benefits were outlined. Finally, the biodiesel regulatory framework of SA and biodiesel framework as per the Biodiesel Task team (BTT) was examined.

Abstract: Economic growth is influenced by regional development policies and the availability of regional resources. One policy that utilizes the potential of fisheries resources is the policy of the Minapolitan area. This policy can potentially lead to conflicts over spatial use when development is carried out without concern for the environment. This study aims to assess the variables that influence and formulate the concept of sustainable regional development. The object of this research is Lekok Regency, Pasuruan Regency, East Java, Indonesia. In this paper, introducing a system dynamic approach with consideration of the complexity of the lives of coastal communities and the variety of conflicts regarding the location and limitations of existing resources, viewed from the aspects of land, economic and social activities of the Minapolitan area development system in actual conditions.

Abstract: It can be easily guessed that food issue will be the next upcoming global issue for humans considering the current situation of drastic increase of world human population. Asia is one of the regions which is specifically famous and popular for agricultural production, therefore the important role of Asia to play to the world may be the increase of food production and the supply for feeding the people facing to hunger and poverty. The author proposed the project named Asia Food Project attached with Asia Techno Farm Initiative, practical OJT (On the Job Training) program to achieve the final goal of making Asia as the world food pantry and to create the original Asia food brand. In this paper the importance of applying high technology based smart agriculture consisting of mainly precision agriculture, robotics and green factory is discussed as the important program content including the achievement process how to follow the steps of proposed procedure,.

Abstract: . This research aims to examine the changes of policy, news management, and production of Manager Online website as Thailand is joining ASEAN economic community (AEC). In result, it was found that there are minor changes on the policy of Manager Online website in preparation for the association with ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) since its executive gave priority to Asia news from the beginning. The China’s corner news category collects various news and articles about China. Indochina news category suggests that its executive gives more precedence to ASEAN countries than other news agencies. In preparation for the association with ASEAN Economic Community in 2015, the website executive has added Japanese table news category in response to readers’ increasing interest in Japan. Moreover, Japan is important for ASEAN as it collaborates with ASEAN+3 and ASEAN+6. The practitioners are satisfied with executive’s policy, the current web design and feedback. The website’s strength is in its content that meets the needs of working age people, who have purchasing power. And the advertisers are also satisfied with the existing number of web users and web content. To respond to the association with ASEAN Economic Community in the future, the webmaster look for additional sources of news in order to attain more news from other ASEAN countries apart from Indochina countries, for example, collaborating with knowledgeable persons in national and international mass media and academic societies to obtain accurate and interesting articles for the website. This is beneficial for creating distinctive point for competitive and educational purposes. The Conclusion of quantitative research, from analysis on the questionnaire, it can be concluded that Manager Online website is able to satisfy the clients’ needs at satisfying level.

Abstract: Based on the analysis of the existing forecasting methods of the urban public transit demand scale and concerning the characteristics of urban public transit demand forecasting, this paper introduces the concept of triangular fuzzy number and puts forward the fuzzy combination forecasting methods in terms of political factors. Following that, steps and process to implement the fuzzy combination forecasting are further expounded, and specific examples are adopted to prove the feasibility and validity of the method.

Abstract: South Korea is implementing policies to save energy and reduce greenhouse gases. As presented in the 4th report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), buildings have high potential for reducing greenhouse gases, and energy consumption in buildings is actually increasing. Buildings can be classified into the home, commercial, and public sectors. Among these, effects of the greenhouse gas reduction policy for residential buildings, which correspond to the home sector, are difficult to expect because they depend on voluntary participation. An analysis of the related practices showed that the potential greenhouse gas reduction until 2014 is 1,314 tCO₂/yr, but the expected greenhouse gas emissions of residential buildings constructed only this year (2014) amount to 37,984 tCO₂/yr. Greenhouse gas reduction effects in residential buildings are difficult to expect from current practices. Therefore, practical programs to improve energy efficiency for existing and new buildings are required.

Abstract: In order to improve the adaptability of manufacturing cloud services in the dynamical and open cloud manufacturing environment, a manufacturing cloud service model was proposed based on the adaptive mechanism. Using the model, external changes are sensed by the event-driven approach. The explicit description of environment is provided. According to preset policies, adaptive operations, such as adding, deleting, replacing and updating, can be executed when necessary. The service behavior and structure are adjusted by adaptive operations to guarantee the service performance. The adaptive operation algorithm of cloud services was given. Finally, the effectiveness of the model was demonstrated by a real instance.

Abstract: Developing Low-carbon building is the essential measure for our society transfers to low carbon economic society. Therefore, we need chose appropriate policy evaluation tool that can help authorities to make suitable construction policy. The carbon emission in whole life cycle theory is a efficient tool to evaluate the value of Low-carbon building.