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The study explores how design thinking principles can be leveraged to enhance an organization's preparedness for disruptive innovation. To address this challenge, the authors sought to empathize with their clients, recognizing the need for a comprehensive evaluation. A framework guided by five fundamental principles – Scrutiny, Bravery, Resilience, Prosperous and Perseverance – was developed that integrates user-centred design methodologies to evaluate an organization's strengths and weaknesses in the face of disruption. We analysed and interpreted the intricacies of emerging market disruptions, providing organizations with the GroKalp Assessment Tool, an automated tool for self-evaluation and strategic adjustment leading towards a sustainable future. These principles were further broken down into fifteen distinct parameters, each thoughtfully designed to offer organizations a detailed and insightful method for evaluating their responses to the relentless waves of transformative innovation. By utilizing the GroKalp Assessment Tool, organizations can position themselves in one of three categories: Innovators, Adapters, or Resistance Fighters. Design thinking tools are vital in this process, as they encourage creative problem-solving, innovation, and adaptation in an era of rapid technological change.

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This study examines the complex relationship between the energy sector and economic development that poses challenges to sustainable development in resource-producing countries. We investigate the hypothesis that resource-rich developing and underdeveloped nations struggle to maximize the advantages of their crude oil reserves, ultimately experiencing the phenomenon known as the “resource curse”. The paper examines the need for developed countries to formulate new strategies to meet their domestic energy needs. The authors argue that industrialised countries can tap into resources from developing nations, but it is important to ensure that these nations benefit fairly. The research is based on the analysis of data on oil production, human development index (HDI) ranking, and GDP to debt ratio. We call for further research to develop effective policies that can address the relationship between energy and economic issues and propose future research directions to ensure that developing countries can benefit from their energy economies.

Lokesh Joshi, in collaboration with Professor Anna, presented an exciting initiative to develop BRSR (Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting) standards in alignment with international frameworks, leveraging the expertise of specialists from Kazan Federal University (KFU). This collaboration marks a significant step forward in ensuring that India's sustainability reporting meets global benchmarks. GroKalp, in partnership with KFU, is also actively working on developing comprehensive training programs focused on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices. These programs aim to equip Indian professionals with the knowledge and skills to enhance their understanding of ESG reporting, while integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their everyday professional activities.

 

The article detailing this initiative was published during Kazan Digital Week, and the GroKalp team expresses its deep gratitude to the Republic of Tatarstan for the opportunity and support in showcasing this important work. This collaboration highlights the commitment to fostering global sustainability practices and advancing ESG education.

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Sustainable hydrogen generation is undoubtedly a crucial goal in creating alternative energy systems for the future, aiming to offer a clean and cost-effective energy solution. Currently, the limited availability of readily accessible hydrogen sources compels exploration of various alternative methods for its production. This study presents a new approach and systematic study to evaluate the hydrogen production from heavy-oil in the presence of water as a green agent at sub-critical, near-critical and supercritical conditions.