bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Bioeconomy Investments: Market Considerations
Authors: Zihare Lauma , Blumberga Dagnija 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
The introduction into the forestry sector of a bioeconomy has led to the search for new high value-added bio-products that can be produced using the woody biomass residue from timber harvesting. Any introduction of new bio-products must be justifiable from economic, socio-economic, and technological points of view. For successful commercialization, one important consideration is the market potential for such products. In this paper, a methodology for decision-making to evaluate three existing forest by-products for market potential in Latvia has been developed using the GE-McKinsey Nine-Box Matrix, considering market attractiveness and product competitive advantage. The methodological algorithm has been modified to include different factors such as process and product sustainability as well as competitive advantage. The analysis calculates the market attractiveness and competitive advantage of a specific product. As well, the application of this methodology makes a clear and presentable way of determining the viability of investing in new bio-products possible.
Clean Coal Technologies for Electricity and Synthetic Liquid Fuel Production for Distributed Generation
Authors: Tyurina Elina , Mednikov Aleksandr , Zharkov Pavel 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
The paper presents energy technology installations for combined production of methanol and electricity for distributed generation. The technical and economic study is based on mathematical modeling using a system of computer-aided construction of programs and optimization with the models. The results of the effect of fuel composition on methanol and electricity production are presented. The competitiveness of the obtained methanol is assessed. The studies were carried out for various electricity and coal costs. The thermal efficiency of such installations is more than 60 %. At present methanol produced at energy technology installations is competitive with expensive diesel fuel delivered from other areas.
Education for Advancing the Implementation of the Bioeconomy Goals: An Analysis of Master Study Programmes in Bioeconomy
Authors: Pubule Jelena , Blumberga Andra , Rozakis Stelios , Vecina Anita , Kalnbalkite Antra , Blumberga Dagnija 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Bioeconomy in Europe has become one of the leading courses for sustainable and resource-efficient development. Main aspects of bioeconomy: development of new technologies and processes, development of markets and competitiveness for bioeconomy can be implemented through higher education and transformative knowledge for building a sustainable bioeconomy. Over the past year, new bioeconomy-related Master study programmes have been created and have integrated bioeconomy goals into their research, programme aims and learning outcomes. During the research the set of competences based on sustainable development competences and bioeconomy competences have been created. The integration of competences for bioeconomy development in higher education can be seen as an important step in transformation towards knowledge-based bioeconomy. On this basis, 10 Master study programmes across Europe were analysed in order to find out the actual integration of competences in different study programmes for bioeconomy. Results of the analysis show that transdisciplinary competence, learning competence, interdisciplinary competence and system-thinking competence are strongly integrated into the study programmes. The analysis also shows that the integration of other competences, like anticipatory competence, normative competence, strategic competence and interpersonal competence can be improved in the future.
Assessment of Energy Sustainability in Statistical Regions of Latvia using Energy Sustainability Index
Authors: Slišāne Dzintra , Gaumigs Gatis , Lauka Dace , Blumberga Dagnija 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
The Single Energy Sustainability Index combines three key sustainability indicators: environmental, social and economic. The use of indicators makes it possible to create an overall index that shows not only how green the region is, but also includes the well-being and economic situation of its population. The study uses a universal formula that is adapted to the case study of Latvia. The energy sustainability index formula combines 12 weighted indicators. The multi-criteria analysis method AHP was used to determine criteria weights for this purpose. Latvia’s overall sustainability index was calculated at 0.48 and only the Riga region (0.65) exceeds the index value for Latvia as a whole. Using this sustainability development index, it is also possible to analyse possible future development scenarios for energy sustainability in Latvia and its regions. To assess the potential for future development and sustainability of regions in Latvia and other countries, it is necessary to continue the study.
Co-Firing of Natural Gas with Wood Dust Experimental Test Runs
Authors: Klose Maximilian , Vigants Girts , Vigants Edgars 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Co-Firing biomass in the form of wood dust or sawdust with natural gas is a new concept, which was performed in a specialized burner from the Riga Technical University. In order to test the burner, primary experimental test runs were performed to get an overview of flue gas behaviour. The addition of sawdust increased CO values but O2 values remained very low in the flue gases. This was due to technical problems with the fuel. Co-Firing has the potential to reduce CO2 emissions of energy production and wood dust is an abundant by-product of forestry, therefore the potential has to be explored in future research.
Solar Electricity Over Three Continents
Authors: Haine Kamel , Blumberga Dagnija 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Modern urban planning in the world is nowadays facing severe problems due to the fast increase of the population and migration from villages to cities, which led countries to implementation of strategy of fast, modern urban planning to meet the needs of the population. Since the 1980s, in a context marked by increasing development in energy costs and by rising attention to the problem of global warming, countries have gradually mobilized to control their energy better and reduce the environmental footprint. However, even if there are some great successes, the deployment of renewable energies is still not well developed in developing countries such as Algeria that mainly uses fossil fuels. Considering the huge potential and good climatic conditions, developing countries should take on renewable energies for their future development. This paper aims to understand the impact of modern urban strategy on the application of solar urban planning. This study will clarify the critical role of solar electricity integration used in determining the urban solar potential in four studied regions located on three different continents: Africa, Europe and North America, in the cities of Ibenbadis (Constantine, Algeria), Saint-Hugues (Quebec, Canada), Saint-Malo (France) and Ambolobozobe (Madagascar). The results obtained will allow a comparison of the calculated solar energy potential of three urban sites, the benefits of reducing carbon dioxide as well as a comparison of solar energy costs on three continents.
Blind Spots of Energy Transition Policy – Case Study of Latvia
Authors: Kalna Sintija , Lauka Dace , Vaiškūnaitė Rasa , Blumberga Dagnija 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Most drivers have been blindsided on the road when the car next to them is not visible neither in the side mirror nor when turning their heads to the side. Blind spots like these can also arise during economic development forecasting and developing political documents. Previous experience suggests that in previous energy and climate policy documents, the impact assessment of measures in many countries was not effective, as state aid instruments did not consider the blind spots faced by national economies in the post-support phase. Blind spots are problems and situations that the energy sector has to face unexpectedly. This paper presents a methodology for the impact analysis of energy policy instruments, including identification of previously unexpected problems – blind spots. The developed methodology is based on the analysis of energy sector legislation and literature on implementation of energy policies, as well as an assessment of financial support instruments in Latvia. Overall, this paper gives an insight into the importance of energy sector policies evaluation and proposes ways to avoid blind spots in the future using the developed methodology.
Methods for Determining the Performance and Efficiency Parameters of the Flue-gas Condenser Sedimentation Tank
Authors: Švedovs Oskars , Dzikēvičs Miķelis , Kirsanovs Vladimirs 
Published: October 2020

Abstract
Flue-gas condenser is used for cleaning the flue-gases in the energy sector. In Latvia, fuel consumption in the household sector is high, so it is planned to introduce this technology in this sector. In the research process of flue-gas condenser, the focus is on reactor testing, rather than on the work of the sedimentation tank – part of the system intended for purification of water from captured particulate matter. In order to ensure good sedimentation process efficiency, it is necessary to know which parameters the process depends on. This study mainly describes the parameters affecting the sedimentation process – dependent indicators and the methods for determining them. The main conclusion is that both methods can be used during the research.
KENDALA KEUANGAN DAN SALING KETERGANTUNGAN DALAM KEPUTUSAN KEUANGAN PADA SEKTOR CONSUMER GOODS DI INDONESIA
Authors: Novethesia Maya , Sanjaya Ricky , Margaretha Farah 
Published: October 2020

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk menguji kendala keuangan dan saling ketergantungan dalam keputusan keuangan. Sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah perusahaan pada sektor consumer goods yang go public dan terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) periode 2014-2018. Terdapat 24 perusahaan swasta yang dapat diteliti setelah dilakukan purposive sampling. Arus kas sebagai variabel dependen yang diukur dengan pengeluaran modal, perubahan kas, dividen, perubahan hutang jangka pendek dan panjang dan total aset. Investasi, kas, dan hutang sebagai variabel independen yang diukur menggunakan aktiva tetap bersih, kas, hutang jangka pendek dan panjang, perubahan dalam modal kerja, dividen, nilai pasar dan total aset. Sedangkan arus kas perusahaan dan resiko operasional perusahaan sebagai variabel moderasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode least square dan uji individu (uji-t). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa investasi, kas, dan hutang berpengaruh positif terhadap arus kas perusahaan. Implikasi dari penelitian ini bagi manajer keuangan agar perlu memperhatikan jumlah hutang perusahaan karena sangat berpengaruh terhadap arus kas perusahaan. Bagi peneliti selanjutnya sebaiknya menggunakan perusahaan pada sektor lain. This research was conducted to support finance and interdependence in financial decisions. The sample used in this study was companies in the consumer goods sector that went public and were listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the 2014-2018 period. There are 24 companies that can be issued after purposive sampling. Cash flow as the dependent variable needed with capital, cash changes, dividends, short-term loans and total assets. Investment, cash, and debt as independent variables using fixed bonds, cash, short and long term loans, changes in working capital, dividends, market value and total assets. While the company's cash flow and company operational risk as a moderating variable. This research uses the quadratic method and individual test (t-test). The results of this study prove that investment, cash, and loans are positive towards the company's cash flow. The implications of this study for financial managers need to be considered by the number of companies because they need to be considered for the company's cash flow. For further researchers need to use companies in other sectors.
PENGARUH WEBSITE QUALITY, WEBSITE REPUTATION DAN PERCEIVED RISK TERHADAP PURCHASE INTENTION PADA PERUSAHAHAAN E-COMMERCE
Authors: Jundrio Harry , Keni Keni 
Published: October 2020

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menguji secara empiris pengaruh kualitas website, reputasi website dan persepsi risiko terhadap minat beli dari pengunjung website atau aplikasi e-commerce. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode sampling non probability dengan teknik convenience sampling. Sampel berjumlah 203 responden yang mayoritas adalah karyawan BUMN, PNS atau swasta. Partial Least Squares – Structural Equation Model (PLS – SEM) digunakan untuk melakukan analisis data dengan menggunakan softwate Smart PLS 3.3.0. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa perusahaan telah memiliki kualitas website dan reputasi website yang baik, sehingga kualitas website dan reputasi website memiliki pengaruh positif terhadap minat beli. Hasil penelitian ini juga menunjukkan bahwa perusahaan dipersepsikan sebagai website/aplikasi dengan risiko netral, sehingga persepsi risiko tidak memiliki pengaruh terhadap minat beli. Penelitian ini menyarankan agar perusahaan mempertahankan dan meningkatkan kualitas website dan reputasi website untuk meningkatkan minat beli pengunjung. Dan dikarenakan perusahaan adalah platform e-commerce yang bekerja sama dengan penjual dan kurir pihak ketiga, maka perusahaan agar menetapkan peraturan yang tegas untuk menjamin potensi risiko yang minimal pada saat transaksi. The purpose of this research is to investigate the effects of website quality, website reputation and perceived risk on purchase intention towards visitors of e-commerce website or application. This research uses non probability sampling method with convenience sampling technique. The sample number is 203 respondents which mostly are state-owned, public or private sector employees. Partial Least Squares – Structural Equation Modeling (PLS – SEM) is used to analyze research data by using Smart PLS 3.3.0 software. The findings show the company already has good website quality and good website reputation and therefore website quality and website reputation have positive effects on purchase intention. The findings also show that the website/application is perceived as non risky website/application and therefore perceived risk has no effect on purchase intention. The findings suggest that the company should maintain and enhance its website quality and website reputation in order to increase visitors’ purchase intention. And since the company is an e-commerce platform that has agreements with third-party sellers and courier services, it has to establish rigid standard operating procedures to ensure the minimalization of potential risk during transactions.
KETERHUBUNGAN ANTARA KEMAMPUAN, KEBAJIKAN (BENEVOLENCE), DAN INTEGRITAS PERUSAHAAN TERHADAP KEPERCAYAAN DAN PARTISIPASI PELANGGAN: STUDI EMPIRIS PADA TOKOPEDIA
Authors: Gunarso Lidya , Andriano Jeremy , Sihombing Sabrina Oktaria 
Published: October 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memprediksi keterhubungan antara kemampuan, kebajikan, dan integritas Tokopedia terhadap kepercayaan dan partisipasi pelanggan Tokopedia. Sebanyak 130 responden terlibat dalam penelitian ini. Kueioner dikembangkan berdasarkan indikator-indikator penelitian sebelumnya. Skala Likert 5 poin digunakan dalam kuesioner tersebut. Sebelum data dianalisis dengan menggunakan structural equation modeling, data terlebih dahulu diuji reliabilitas dan validitasnya. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa terdapat 3 dari tujuh hipotesis yang tidak didukung dalam penelitian ini. Ketiga hipotesis tersebut berkaitan dengan kebajikan dan integritas tidak mempunyai keterhubungan yang positif dengan kepercayaan konsumen. Lebih lanjut, tidak keterhubungan positif antara kebajikan perusahaan dengan tingkat partisipasi konsumen. Pembahasan serta keterbatasan penelitian juga disampaikan. This study aims to predict the relationship between the ability, benevolence, and integrity of Tokopedia to the trust and participation of Tokopedia customers. A total of 130 respondents were involved in this study. The questionnaire was developed based on the indicators of previous studies. A 5-point Likert scale was used in the questionnaire. Before the data are analyzed using structural equation modeling, the data are first tested for reliability and validity. The analysis shows that there are thress of the seven hypotheses that are not supported in this study. The three hypotheses related to benevolence and integrity do not have a positive relationship with consumer confidence. Furthermore, there is no positive relationship between the benevolence of the company and the level of consumer participation. Discussion and limitations of the study were also conveyed.
Local Community Involvement and Quality of Life in Tourism Destination Development: Case of Coastal Tourism in West Java, Indonesia
Authors: Abdillah Fitri 
Published: October 2020

The community in the tourism destination is one of the key elements to ensure the sustainability of the tourism destination itself. The objective of this study was to determine if the development of tourism contributes to the involvement and the level of quality of life of the local community in Pangandaran and Palabuhanratu. A total of 279 samples were obtained from two locations. Data were analyzed by using descriptive methods to determine the phase of the development of destinations, the community involvement, and the level of quality of life The results showed that (1) Pangandaran has a better destination performance than Palabuhanratu, (2) Pangandaran is in the growth phase and Palabuhanratu is in the consolidation phase, (3) Increase in the number of tourist arrivals in destinations within the growth phase is more influential than that in the consolidation phase, and (4) Among the four components of quality of life, the material aspect has the highest value, followed by the spiritual, social and personal aspects. The development of tourism destinations significantly affected the level of community involvement and the level of quality of life.
ANALISIS FAKTOR EKSTERNAL PEMBELAJARAN
Authors: Suhendra Ade 
Published: October 2020

The quality of learning process influenced by many factors that each other have is urgent, overall chategorized as the external and internal. This paper described about the external factors that influenced learning process of the students. The external factors in learning is anything outside (individual) that influenced process and result of learning. The external factors in learning is: family condition, social condition, and school condition.
Analisis Hadis-Hadis Tentang Isro’ wa al-Mi’roj
Authors: Siregar Dame 
Published: October 2020

Pemahaman kata بِعَبْدِهِ arti aslinya adalah dengan hamba-Nya (berarti Malak Jibril), bukan hambanya (maksudnya Nabi Muhammad) dalam suroh al-Isro’ ayat 1. Dalam Ilmu Nahwu, maf’ul hazaf atau dibuang ada yakni (سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي أَسْرَى بِعَبْدِهِ لَيْلًا ) artinya (mahasuci Alloh yang telah memperjalankan (hambanya Nabi Muhammad, objeknya dibuang yaitu) dengan hamba-Nya (Malak Jibril), pada malam hari sehingga. Menjadi سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي أَسْرَى عَبْداً بِعَبْدِهِ لَيْلًا (Mahasuci Alloh yang telah memperjalankan akan (hamba yaitu Nabi Muhammad dibuang maf’ulnya) dengan hamba-Nya (Malak Jibril) pada malam hari. Kemudian Nabi memberikan nama Jibril dari sifatnya yang sangat cepat seperti barqun (kilat) sebagaimana dijelaskan pada suroh al-Baqoroh ayat 20. Saat mi’rojnya sepakat yang membawanya adalah malak Jibril bukan Buroq itu lagi. Maka tentu yang membawanya saat isro’ malak Jibril juga pergi dan kembali. Solat fardu yang lima waktu 17 rokaat, awalnya 50 rokaat. Namun hakikatnya sama-sama 50 rokaat, dengan rincian 17 rokaat solat fardu + 22 rokaat solat rowatib dengan rincian, 4 rokaat Qobla zuhur+ 4 rokaat ba’da zuhur, + 4 rokaat qobla Asar, + 2 rokaat Qobla Magrib + 2 rokaat ba’da Magrib, + 4 rokaat ba’da Isya’, + 2 rokaat Qobla Subuh atau Fajr + 11 rokaat solat Witr atau 9 Witr 2 rokaat solat lail, atau 7 witr 4 rokaat lail, 5 rokaat witr 6 rokaat lail, 3 rokaat witr 8 rokaat lail. Solat fardu jangan abaikan solat sunnah, karena solat sunnah penyempurnanya doa kita dalam duduk antara dua sujud وَاجْبُرْنِيْ. Nabi jamin masuk sorga masih mendoakan tersebut, tentu kita semakin penting untuk mengamalkannya. Berdoa wajib bagi manusia terutama saat solat dan di luar solat
Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Matematika Siswa SMK dengan Menggunakan Media Belajar Macromedia Flash
Authors: Khayroiyah Siti , Nasutiom Haryati Ahda 
Published: October 2020

The purpose of this research is to analyze the incarse in the learning outcomes between students whose leraning uses macromedia flash media and the students whose leraning using power point media. This research was conducted using quantitative research through quasi-experimental methods. This study includes two variables, namely learning using macromedia flash and power point as independent variable and learning outcomes as the dependent variable. In this study, researcheres used all students in the one of private high school in the Medanas a study population follwed by sample selection using a random sampling methods. The result obtained are class of XII A-3 as an experimental class and class of XII A-4 as control class. In collecting data, researchers used an instrument in the form of a students’s mathematics learning achievment test which was given twice, namely before being given learning using macromedia flash (pre test) and after being given learning using macromedia flash and power point (post test). Furthermore, hypotesis testing is performed on the data that has been obtained using the t-test with the help of the SPSS program. Hypothesis testing resukt show that increase in mathematics learning outcomes of students whose learning uses macromedia flash media is higher than students whose learning uses power points. Therefore, it is recomended that learning to use macromedia flash media be used as an alternative learning media for teachers to improve student learning outcomes and the other ability of students.
STUDI TENTANG KONSEP PENDIDIKAN IDEAL (Berkaca Pada Pola Pendidikan Islam Masa Rasulullah saw)
Authors: Muhlison Muhlison 
Published: October 2020

Near to say that nothing party doubting of, and surely to deny that education is represent the very required case by human being. Education cause represent one of factor which very strategic position and very role of signifikan in the effort develop;building civilization of human being to the prosperity live, either through individually and also by kolektiv. strive in order to finding ideal format of education, efficient and effective, ever non-stoped to be onducted by various party which have competence. But in the middle of effort of various the party, is not rarely happened the polemic which often have implication to project unload the tide and patchwork model the itself education. Islam Education that executed at Rasulullah saw era, representing ideal Islam education format, because have been practiced direct by the byword guided by Allah swt, have to be non-stoped learned the, guidance and developed by Islam people during the time to avoid the polemic of Islam education non-stoped endless