Psychosocial, green innovation and the construction of sustainable social and educational development systems
Assoc. Dr. Professor Hongfeng Zhang
Special Issue Information
The intricate interplay between psychosocial dynamics, green innovation and sustainable social and educational systems has become a key focus in the rapidly evolving global development landscape. How psychosocial factors such as human behavior, attitudes, perceptions and motivations, intersect with the realm of green innovation– encompassing sustainability-conscious technological advancements and practices, and how this intersection, in turn, influences the creation and fortification of sustainable development systems within the domains of both social and educational contexts.
This special issue welcomes empirical research, theoretical frameworks and innovative approaches that traverse traditional disciplinary boundaries. The discourse encompasses diverse perspectives , including psychology, sociology, environmental science, education, sociology, management and policy studies. Through the collation of these perspectives, this special issue provides a tapestry of insights into the design, implementation and impact assessment of sustainable social and educational development systems. As the global community endeavors to chart a course towards a more harmonious and equitable future, the research presented herein holds promise for steering the trajectory of development in a direction that is both ecologically sound and socially enriching.
Key themes explored within this special issue include the psychological determinants of sustainable behavior, the role of education in shaping sustainable attitudes, the impact of green innovations on regional well-being, education for sustainable development, and the policy imperative for synergizing psychosocial dynamics with sustainable development goals.