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Impact of green reputation on green evangelism: the role of green fidelity, respect and credibility
Authors: Eivazinezhad Salman , Akbari Mohsen , Florentin Nkoulou Mvondo Gustave 
Published: January 2025

PurposeGiven the challenging economic conditions and unstable employment situation in developing countries like Iran, sustainable development has become a primary focus. With coastlines along both the north and south, the growth and development of coastal and marine tourism could provide a solid foundation for generating stable and continuous income streams. This research investigates the factors that facilitate and hinder communication between local communities and key stakeholders in the development of coastal tourism.Design/methodology/approachThe research community comprised local communities, tourists, and government officials involved in tourism processes. Participants were selected based on specific criteria through targeted sampling, resulting in a total of 17 samples. The primary research tool utilized was semi-structured interviews. Interview questions were developed within the frameworks of two theories: social exchange and social network theory. Data analysis was conducted using thematic analysis methods.FindingsThe results indicated that all the promoting and inhibiting factors can be categorized into four themes: economic, socio-cultural, environmental, and institutional governance. According to the analyzed data, the inhibiting factors in the environmental sector significantly outnumber the driving factors. In contrast, in the other sectors, the gap between the driving and inhibiting factors is smaller.Originality/valueThis research provides a novel perspective on advancing green evangelism. By strengthening emotional connections with the brand, green evangelism lays the groundwork for developing green respect and green credibility. This approach, which focuses on enhancing emotional bonds with the brand, contributes to the expansion of the green brands in developing countries. Therefore, instead of direct advertising for green brands, the focus should be on attracting key customers to form a community dedicated to the green brand.
Biochar production from olive tree prunings by using open flame pyrolysis
Authors: Ainatzoglou Michalis , Tsiaras Evangelos , Papadakis Vagelis G. , Tampekis Stergios , Coutelieris Frank A. 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the potential of open-flame pyrolysis kilns as an efficient and sustainable solution for managing olive tree prunings in Mediterranean regions. By converting agricultural residues into biochar, this method aims to reduce biomass waste, mitigate CO2 emissions, and enhance soil quality. The research seeks to highlight the environmental, economic and agricultural benefits of this approach, promoting its integration into local farming practices as part of a circular economy strategy and a broader effort toward climate change mitigation and sustainable development.

Design/methodology/approach
This study explores the use of open-flame pyrolysis kilns for converting olive tree prunings into biochar. Portable kilns were utilized to carbonize biomass residues in a controlled manner, offering an affordable and efficient solution with minimal technical requirements. The process was evaluated for carbon capture efficiency, biochar quality and emissions reduction. A life-cycle assessment was conducted to estimate potential environmental impacts, with a focus on CO2 mitigation. Field trials assessed the feasibility of integrating this method into local agricultural practices, emphasizing its role in sustainable waste management, soil improvement and greenhouse gas emissions reduction.

Findings
This study demonstrates that open-flame pyrolysis kilns are an effective and low-cost method for converting olive tree prunings into high-quality biochar. The process achieved high carbon capture efficiency with minimal emissions, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional biomass disposal practices. Biochar produced improved soil properties, supporting nutrient retention and microbial activity. In addition, the method significantly reduced CO2 emissions compared to burning prunings in fields. These findings highlight the environmental and agricultural benefits of biochar production, emphasizing its potential for waste management, climate change mitigation and enhancing soil health in Mediterranean farming systems.

Originality/value
This study introduces open-flame pyrolysis kilns as a novel, practical solution for managing olive tree prunings in Mediterranean regions, addressing both environmental and agricultural challenges. It highlights the dual benefits of reducing CO2 emissions and producing biochar to enhance soil quality. The research provides an accessible, low-cost alternative for small-scale farmers, integrating sustainable waste management with climate change mitigation. By emphasizing the use of portable kilns and minimal technical requirements, this study offers valuable insights into promoting biochar production as part of circular economy practices, filling a critical gap in sustainable agriculture and renewable energy strategies.
Unethical behaviour by professional accountants: a structured literature review
Authors: Maunzagona Liberty 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This study critically examines research done in the accounting field to uncover the determinants of unethical conduct by professional accountants. It seeks to determine the current state of knowledge of the factors driving the unethical decision-making process of professional accountants.

Design/methodology/approach
This study adopted a qualitative narrative approach using non-probability sampling in the form of non-purposive sampling to select the relevant articles to use. These articles were analysed using a thematic approach to determine what conclusions were arrived at.

Findings
Many studies have examined factors that influence unethical behaviour. However, many studies do not use a holistic approach in analysing the relative influence of each of the factors, and hence there are conflicting conclusions. Within the African context, political, social and legislative factors that appear to have a significant influence have not been thoroughly explored.

Originality/value
This study contributes a more precise understanding of the current state of knowledge determinants of unethical behaviour by professional accountants while identifying potential areas for future research and policy development.
Unveiling retail omnichannel challenges: developing an omnichannel obstacles scale
Authors: Radomska Joanna , Kawa Arkadiusz , Hajdas Monika , Klimas Patrycja , Silva Susana C. 
Published: January 2025

PurposeRetail omnichannel implementation faces barriers hindering accurate and efficient integration across marketing channels. Our desk examination identified a need for a broader perspective in investigating these barriers, moving away from a dominant, narrow approach. This research aims to develop a comprehensive set of items to measure retail omnichannel obstacles, refine the scale and assess its reliability and validity for a robust measurement tool.Design/methodology/approachOur approach combines quantitative and qualitative methods, using data from primary and secondary sources to create and validate the omnichannel obstacles scale.FindingsThis study emphasises the inclusive nature of retail functional areas, departing from prior literature that examined them in isolation. Instead of focussing on separate domains where retail omnichannel obstacles may arise, we adopt a holistic perspective by integrating previously disconnected elements.Originality/valueWe assert that challenges in retail omnichannel operations encompass three distinct dimensions: operational efficiency, channel inefficiency, and strategy and organisational culture within retailing. In our final validated measurement model, we consolidate the channel inefficiency dimension and refine the omnichannel obstacles scale to emphasise two areas of consideration.
Laser land leveling technology for paddy mono-cropping system in Vietnam: addressing land fragmentation, demand heterogeneity and productivity
Authors: Le Loan T. , Tran Luan Duc , Phung Trieu Ngoc 
Published: January 2025

PurposeThe study investigates determinants of willingness to pay (WTP) for laser land leveling (LLL) technology, its demand heterogeneity across individual farmers and plot characteristics and the technology's empirical impact on paddy productivity.Design/methodology/approachThe study applies the Becker-DeGroote, Marschak style to elicit the WTP for LLL technology and the Cragg model to examine the determinants of the WTP to capture both the demand decision and affordability. The randomized controlled trials (RCT) are incorporated with a production function model to analyze the technology effects on paddy productivity.FindingsThe Cragg model finds that the key demographic and behavioral traits such as age, extension services and risk acceptance significantly influence the adoption decision; however, the plot area, bank and financial capacity become predominant factors in the adoption affordability. The LLL treatment effect results in a statistically significant increase in paddy yield of 6.48%, equivalent to 492,138 kg ha-1.Research limitations/implicationsThe analysis underscores the factor complexity, illustrating that the LLL-promoting interventions need to address both the adoption barriers and the enablers for greater affordability. A composite of climate-smart agricultural programs should be employed to facilitate the LLL adoption. The empirical evidence highlights the positive effect on agricultural productivity, potentially offering a significant boost to output and farmer income.Originality/valueThe study contributes to existing literature by analyzing the heterogeneous demand for LLL technology with two distinguishable features of the paddy mono-cropping system and land fragmentation and by incorporating the RCTs alongside a production function for the effects on paddy productivity.
Transaction monitoring in search of professional money launderers – a microeconomic model
Authors: Rose Kalle Johannes , Jensen Rasmus Ingemann Tuffveson 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
This paper formulates a microeconomic model to investigate the effects of current anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. The model is motivated by the requirement that banks undertake risk-based transaction monitoring, using “risk signals” to separate benevolent bank clients and money launderers.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper uses methodology from the functional school of law and economics, holding that structural forces may hinder the development of efficient legal rules. The goal is to offer economic insights to address inefficiencies at a meta-level. Assuming money launderers have specific preferences and strategies, the paper models how they hide their activities. This allows us to investigate how money launderers respond to external shocks and policy changes.

Findings
As money launderers use resources to hide their activities, this paper finds several noteworthy effects. For instance, increasing criminal penalties may decrease the amount of money laundering that is detected. Furthermore, wealthy money launderers may rarely be detected.

Research limitations/implications
This paper only presents theoretical results.

Originality/value
The academic literature on AML is still relatively limited. This paper’s results suggest regulators should be aware of unintended and potentially adverse effects of current regulation.
Expressions of concern about two articles in the Journal of Islamic Marketing: is it time to resolve them?
Authors: Moussa Salim 
Published: January 2025

Purpose
The Journal of Islamic Marketing (JIMA), established in 2010 and published by Emerald Publishing, has never retracted an article but has issued two expressions of concern (EoCs) about two of its articles. This study aims to investigate the context, content and outcome of these EoCs.

Design/methodology/approach
The author raises research questions about the two EoCs’ issuance, impact and handling by JIMA and Emerald Publishing. To answer the research questions, the author gathered data from a variety of sources, including JIMA’s website, Clarivate’s Web of Science, Scopus and Mendeley.

Findings
The two EoCs were issued under the acknowledgments section of articles, which is not standard practice, and they lacked separate Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs). The dates of EoC issuance were unknown, limiting understanding of the timeline and resolution progress. The two EoCs were issued by two different entities (i.e. Emerald Publishing and JIMA), one of which contained an incorrect journal name. Concerns included issues with originality and compromised peer review, which could involve duplication and fake peer review. Despite EoCs, the two articles continued to receive downloads, reads and citations, most likely because JIMA’s readership is unaware of related concerns.

Research limitations/implications
The lack of progress from EoCs to retractions or corrections puts authors and readers in limbo, necessitating prompt resolution. Recommendations include assigning DOIs to EoCs, providing issuance dates, correcting errors, tracking investigation progress and ensuring transparency in maintaining publishing ethics. The unresolved EoCs in JIMA highlight the importance of handling publication ethics concerns in a transparent and timely manner to maintain scholarly integrity and trustworthiness.

Originality/value
This opinion piece discusses a scholarly document that is rarely studied by (Islamic) marketing researchers.
Post-occupancy evaluation: an expert-user-oriented model proposal based on key sustainability indicators
Authors: Kutlu Izzettin , Bekar İrem , Ergün Ruşen 
Published: January 2025

PurposeThe user-oriented reusing of historical heritages is a powerful planning strategy to increase sustainability and provide socioeconomic benefits for cities. The study aims to determine the post-occupancy sustainability of reused historical buildings.Design/methodology/approachA holistic model was designed by considering expert and user opinions to select the post-occupancy sustainability of reused historical buildings. The proposed model was developed concerning key sustainability indicators (KSI). This proposed model, which integrates expert and user views, is examined in an educational building with significant cultural value in Mardin.FindingsThe results of the KSI model indicate that the functional, technical and environmental sustainability of the building are at a medium level, while the aesthetic sustainability is rated as good. An analysis of the differences between importance and performance shows that the largest gap is in functional sustainability, with the smallest gap in technical sustainability. The environmental and aesthetic sustainability indicators show a smaller performance gap than the other two. The results suggest that functional sustainability requires immediate intervention, technical features should be improved based on user needs and aesthetic and environmental sustainability require monitoring but no urgent action.Originality/valueThe originality of the research is that it proposes a model that combines expert opinion and the opinions of building users to monitor the sustainability of the reused buildings throughout the usage process and enables them to be monitored with key sustainability criteria and to develop improvement suggestions in line with the results obtained.
Ecosystem of drivers for adopting integrated digital delivery for sustainable construction
Authors: Larbi Joshua Amo , Tang Llewellyn , Yevu Sitsofe Kwame , Opoku Alex , Ababio Benjamin Kwaku 
Published: January 2025

PurposeThis study evaluates the drivers that stimulate the adoption of integrated digital delivery (IDD) for sustainable construction. The study provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of the drivers of IDD and the means by which they contribute to the broader scheme of sustainable development in the construction industry.Design/methodology/approachThis study conducted a mixed-method systematic review in two phases to identify and examine how the drivers of IDD contribute to sustainable development goals (SDGs) in literature. A total of 386 articles were retrieved for bibliometric analysis with the R-programming language, and 57 articles were selected for further systematic analysis.FindingsConclusively, 30 drivers were identified and categorized into six classes based on their practical commonalities. The study identified “resource development drivers” as the most prominent drivers. In addition, the study identified eight value domains stimulated by the drivers of IDD to achieve three SDGs in the construction industry. The study significantly contributes to knowledge by developing a framework of drivers of IDD to achieve SDG 9 (innovation, innovation and infrastructure), SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities) and SDG 13 (climate change).Originality/valueThis study makes a significant contribution to knowledge by being the foremost on the drivers of IDD. Findings from this study provide a grounded understanding of the intricacies of the drivers that encourage the adoption of IDD for sustainable construction. For policy and corporate decision-making, findings of the sustainability value domains would be valuable for informed policy drafting and corporate evaluations of IDD adoption to achieve sustainable developments goals 9, 11 and 13. Lastly, the study proposes a viable framework to achieve sustainable construction, which serves as a guide for further deliberation on IDD adoption in the construction industry.
Plastic particles and their additives promote plant invasion through physicochemical mechanisms on seed germination
Authors: Lozano Yudi M. , Landt Lena , Rillig Matthias C. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Plant invasions pose a major threat to terrestrial biodiversity, and microplastic pollution in soil could exacerbate this problem. Seed germination, a crucial stage for plants, can be affected by microplastics through both physical interference of plastic particles and chemical leaching from plastic additives.

We conducted a greenhouse experiment using native and invasive plant species of European grasslands, and evaluated individual and combined effects of plastic particles and additives on germination parameters.

We found that plastic particles primarily affected seed germination as physical agents, while additives from these particles exerted a comparatively lesser impact.

Particles negatively affected seed germination of all native species. Germination velocity, synchrony and total germination decreased by ~30%, ~11% and ~11%, respectively, in soils containing plastic particles compared to those without. Certain species were negatively affected by plastic additives. For Achillea millefolium and Dactylis glomerata, germination velocity and total germination decreased by ~26% and ~7%, respectively, while germination synchrony of Dactylis glomerata decreased by ~21% in soils with additives than without them. Plastic particles may have blocked seed pores and inhibited hypocotyl and radicle growth, while toxic compounds from additives may have disrupted key germination processes.

By contrast, particles and additives generally did not affect invasive species, suggesting that the negative effects of plastic experienced by natives, whether physical or chemical, were counteracted by effects resulting from the novel conditions created by microplastics, which may include the amelioration of soil physical properties such as increased soil porosity and aeration, and potential positive plant–soil feedbacks. Invasive species may profit from windows of variable resource availability, with positive effects on seed germination.

Synthesis. Plastic particles and additives may promote plant invasion by negatively affecting seed germination of native species while having neutral effects on invasive species. The delayed germination of natives due to microplastics poses a potential threat, leading to competitive disadvantages, reduced reproductive success and increased vulnerability to invasive species. Microplastic pollution appears to favour invasive species over natives during the early stages of seed germination, highlighting that the negative effect of microplastics on terrestrial ecosystems may be more severe than previously thought.
Is frequent emergency department use a complement or substitute for other healthcare services? Evidence from South Carolina Medicaid enrollees
Authors: Giannouchos Theodoros V. , Pirrallo Ronald G. , Wright Brad 
Published: January 2025

AbstractObjectiveTo compare healthcare services utilization across the healthcare system between frequent and non‐frequent emergency department (ED) users among Medicaid enrollees in South Carolina.Study Setting and DesignWe conducted a retrospective, longitudinal study of individuals with at least one ED visit in 2017 in South Carolina and identified their healthcare services visits over 730 days (2 years) after their first ED visit. We classified individuals based on intensity of ED use: superfrequent (≥9 ED visits/year), frequent (4–8 ED visits/year), and non‐frequent ED users (≤3 visits/year). We estimated differences between the three groups of ED users and non‐ED hospital and office‐based visits using multivariable two‐part regression models.Data Sources and Analytic SampleWe used statewide Medicaid claims from January 2017 to December 2019 for ED users aged 18–64 years with continuous Medicaid enrollment. We analyzed data on all frequent and superfrequent users and selected a 4:1 random sample among all non‐frequent users (~half of all non‐frequent users).Principal FindingsThe study included 52,845 ED users, of whom 42,764 were non‐frequent, 7677 frequent, and 2404 superfrequent users. Within 2 years from the date of their first ED visit, superfrequent ED users averaged 38.3 ED visits, frequent ED users 10.9 ED visits, and non‐frequent ED users 2.6 ED visits (p < 0.001). Compared with non‐frequent users, frequent and superfrequent ED users had more comorbidities and chronic conditions on average (1.6 vs. 3.5 vs. 6.4, p < 0.001). Both frequent and superfrequent users had more hospital visits beyond the ED overall (marginal effects: 0.23, 95% CI 0.18–0.27; 0.40, 95% CI 0.29–0.50), and more outpatient office visits overall (marginal effects: 4.39, 95% CI 2.52–6.27; 9.23, 95% CI 5.66–12.81), including primary care and most specialists' visits, compared with non‐frequent users.ConclusionsFrequent ED users utilized non‐ED hospital and outpatient office‐based healthcare services significantly more than non‐frequent ED users. These findings can guide tailored interventions using data across the healthcare system to efficiently coordinate care, contain costs, and improve health outcomes for these individuals.