Innovating in redefining the relationship between human beings and their environment
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https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2024-1739Keywords:
Climate change, Urban sustainability, Natural resource management, Sustainable tourism, Environmental educationAbstract
This monograph explores how social, technological, and policy innovations are redefining the relationship between humans and the natural environment, with a focus on sustainability and resilience. It addresses issues such as the impact of climate change on vulnerable communities, migration driven by natural disasters and resource scarcity. It also examines the sustainable management of water and natural resources, and how emerging technologies can improve efficiency in their distribution. Environmental education plays a key role in promoting ecological awareness through innovative teaching methodologies. The monograph also looks at sustainable architecture and urban planning, with projects that foster resilient and healthy urban environments. Additionally, it explores sustainable tourism, seeking models that respect the environment and benefit local communities. This monograph invites reflection on how innovation can contribute to a harmonious and responsible coexistence with the Earth.
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Alba María Martínez Sala, University of Alicante
She holds a PhD in Fine Arts: Art and Graphic Design and received the Extraordinary Doctorate Award from the Universidad Miguel Hernández (2015-2016). She has a degree in Information Sciences, Advertising, and Public Relations (UCM). She is an Associate Professor at the University of Alicante in the Department of Communication and Social Psychology, teaching in the Advertising and Public Relations Bachelor's degree and the Master's in Digital Communication, of which she is also a co-director. Her main research areas focus on communication and digital marketing strategies in both the public and private sectors. She is a member of the research groups MAE-CO and AgeCOM at the University of Alicante, and GCE at the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (Ecuador). Since 2019, she has been part of the team at the Digital Generational Gap Chair at UA, and in 2021, she became an active member of IUESAL. She is also part of RELAIP, RICE, RIMS, REDIPUB, RIIM, etc. She has been recognized as an honorary professor by the Catholic University of Miami (USA) and has recently been included in the 2024 ranking of the most cited researchers in Spain (ELLAS).
Ignacio Sacaluga Rodríguez, European University of Madrid
He is an Associate Professor in Audiovisual Communication and Advertising at the Universidad Europea. He holds a PhD in Communication (accredited in all categories), an MBA in Business Management, and a Master's in Digital Journalism. He has a research "sexennium" accreditation from ANECA. Academically, he has been Vice Dean of Postgraduate Studies at the Universidad Europea de Madrid, as well as Director of the Communication Area for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies, and Director of Postgraduate Development. With two decades of teaching experience, he has lectured on communication-related subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He has also taught at institutions such as EAE Business School, the University of Valladolid, and the University of Cádiz. His main research focuses on audiovisual media, educommunication, and neurocommunication, particularly in the areas of media and film. Professionally, he has scripted, directed, or presented TV programs for networks like Telemadrid, Antena 3TV, and laOtra. In cinema, he has written and directed documentary series for Telemadrid. He has also written and directed three documentary feature films, receiving national and international recognition (Palabra de Capitán, La Noche del Mundo, and Febrero, when life is carnival). He is a member of the Academy of Cinematic Arts and Sciences of Spain and a member of the Association of Cinematographic Writers of Andalusia (ASECAN).
Pedro de la Paz Elez, University of Castilla La Mancha
He holds a PhD from the Pontifical Comillas University (Madrid), International Migration Institute. He is a Tenured Contracted Doctor at the Department of Labor Law and Social Work, and currently serves as the secretary of the department. Accredited by ANECA at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Information Technologies of Talavera de la Reina (Toledo), University of Castilla-La Mancha. He teaches in the Social Work Bachelor's program. He is a member of the consolidated research group Colectivo-Alter-Acción at UCLM. He specializes in research on social intervention, gender, migration, disadvantaged groups, and innovation in methodologies for social work intervention. He has professional and research experience with service users in social services, as well as in various international projects and publications related to his research areas.
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