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Sustainable Risk Management

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Management".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 16 February 2025 | Viewed by 2393

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. An Chen

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Guest Editor
Institutes of Science and Development, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
Interests: emergency management; Think Tank theory methodology
Dr. Baoguang Xu

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Guest Editor
Institutes of Science and Development, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
Interests: emergency management and risk analysis; transportation and aviation safety; optimization and operations research

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

It is imperative for us to recognize the rapid and complex changes occurring in the current environment, which have significantly increased traditional risks in terms of quantity, form, and scale. The rapid processes of industrialization and urbanization have broadened the sources of emerging risks, such as advanced technology, extreme climate events, economic environments, and life sciences, posing considerable challenges to traditional risk management practices. The emergence of more risk factors will fundamentally alter public risk perception, understanding, and communication patterns, thus widening the risk disparities among different regions, industries, and populations. In this context, risk management becomes increasingly crucial, serving as a key driver for future innovations in risk management strategies.

The purpose of this Special Issue is to explore different approaches to future risk management practices. These new perspectives will aid us in better addressing existing and emerging risks, thereby promoting the construction of a more comprehensive and sustainable resilient risk society.

In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Concepts, frameworks, and strategies of sustainable risk management;
  • Disaster risk management;
  • Risk assessment;
  • Public risk perception;
  • Risk resilience;
  • Policies for risk management in resilient societies;
  • Risk response strategies and disaster mitigation plans;
  • Studies on disaster recovery capabilities;
  • Emergency management;
  • Other topics related to risk management.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. An Chen
Dr. Baoguang Xu
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • disaster risk management
  • risk assessment
  • public risk perception
  • risk resilience

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Sustainable Solutions to Safety Risks on Frozen Lakes Through Effective Risk Mitigation Using Crisis Management Logistics
by Oľga Glova Végsöová and Katarína Čerevková
Sustainability 2024, 16(22), 10020; https://doi.org/10.3390/su162210020 - 17 Nov 2024
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This article addresses the critical safety risks posed by the use of frozen lakes, risks which are increasingly exacerbated by the impacts of climate change. In Slovakia, where numerous water reservoirs are legally designated for year-round recreational and sporting activities, safeguarding public health [...] Read more.
This article addresses the critical safety risks posed by the use of frozen lakes, risks which are increasingly exacerbated by the impacts of climate change. In Slovakia, where numerous water reservoirs are legally designated for year-round recreational and sporting activities, safeguarding public health and safety necessitates innovative and sustainable approaches to risk mitigation in emergency management. Using the Jazero water reservoir as a case study, this paper demonstrates that the integration of comprehensive risk assessment, the strategic selection of rescue methods, and the deployment of advanced technical equipment for rescue teams are fundamental to ensuring a robust and efficient crisis management response. Through a comparative analysis of nine access routes, validated by tactical exercises and a detailed evaluation of three distinct rescue methods combined with different equipment types, this study reveals the critical role of optimized rescue strategies in reducing response times. Rescue operations were accelerated by at least 4.5 s, a significant reduction that could be the deciding factor between life and death in real-world scenarios. The proposed sustainable strategies for the Jazero reservoir are applicable to similar natural water bodies, underscoring the vital importance of proactive, data-driven, and adaptive crisis management systems in enhancing both immediate and long-term public safety. Full article
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Developing a Conceptual Model for Promoting Risk Management for Public–Private Partnerships Projects
by Yin Chen, Mei Ye Kho and Othman Mohamed
Sustainability 2024, 16(18), 8221; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16188221 - 21 Sep 2024
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Over the past decade, there has been significant growth in the literature addressing risk issues associated with Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs). However, few studies have attempted to comprehensively map and visualize research in this domain. This study aims to fill this gap through a [...] Read more.
Over the past decade, there has been significant growth in the literature addressing risk issues associated with Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs). However, few studies have attempted to comprehensively map and visualize research in this domain. This study aims to fill this gap through a systematic literature review conducted in four stages, utilizing knowledge mapping analysis. More than 400 peer-reviewed articles published between 1990 and September 2023 were examined, making this study the first to analyze such a substantial sample of papers in this field. The research identifies three distinct phases of growth trends in PPP risk management studies. To minimize arbitrariness and subjectivity in analyzing research focuses, this study employed a scientometric approach using VOSviewer software (version 1.6.19), which provides insights into the current state and trends of research on PPP risk management, including high-frequency keywords, contributions of core authors, and distribution across countries, regions, institutions, and journals. In addition to the scientometric analysis, a qualitative review identified six primary research interests, various research perspectives, and diverse methodologies present within the literature. Based on these findings, this study culminates in the development of a conceptual model for risk management in PPPs, offering a structured framework for future research and practical application. This study contributes to the literature by providing the first large-scale, comprehensive mapping and analysis of PPP risk management research, presenting a novel conceptual model that connects theoretical insights with practical implications, and highlighting key areas for future exploration. Full article
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