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description Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2023 ItalyPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Vigoroso Lucia;
Vigoroso Lucia
Vigoroso Lucia in OpenAIRESorrenti Roberto;
Sorrenti Roberto
Sorrenti Roberto in OpenAIRECavallo Eugenio;
Cavallo Eugenio
Cavallo Eugenio in OpenAIRECaffaro Federica;
Caffaro Federica
Caffaro Federica in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su15108058
handle: 20.500.14243/462059 , 11590/439006
Non-profit organizations (NPOs) are becoming top players in the business arena and can significantly contribute to socially sustainable development by leading several open innovation (OI) processes. The present study investigated the functioning of an NPO (ELIS, based in Rome, Italy), that acts as an open innovation intermediary in a large consortium of enterprises. By adopting a mixed-method approach, key aspects related to the NPO’s organizational culture, the OI management process within the consortium, as well as leadership skills and values were investigated among 77 employees and 8 managers of the NPO. Results showed that the managers’ approach to OI, teamwork, and market challenges significantly affected the NPO’s ability to produce OI among the consortium members. Moreover, empowering leadership, and a culture of trust and mistake acceptance were highly valued by the NPO in view of an effective OI performance. The study contributes to the current literature by highlighting the conditional factors of the NPO’s capability to create open innovation with enterprises, and push them toward societal change. Implications for OI development have been discussed.
Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/10/8058/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteIRIS CnrArticle . 2023License: CC 0Full-Text: https://iris.cnr.it/bitstream/20.500.14243/462059/1/sustainability-15-08058-v2%20%281%29.pdfData sources: IRIS CnrArchivio della Ricerca - Università degli Studi Roma TreArticle . 2023Data sources: Archivio della Ricerca - Università degli Studi Roma Treadd ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article , Other literature type 2023 ItalyPublisher:MDPI AG Authors:Vigoroso Lucia;
Vigoroso Lucia
Vigoroso Lucia in OpenAIRESorrenti Roberto;
Sorrenti Roberto
Sorrenti Roberto in OpenAIRECavallo Eugenio;
Cavallo Eugenio
Cavallo Eugenio in OpenAIRECaffaro Federica;
Caffaro Federica
Caffaro Federica in OpenAIREdoi: 10.3390/su15108058
handle: 20.500.14243/462059 , 11590/439006
Non-profit organizations (NPOs) are becoming top players in the business arena and can significantly contribute to socially sustainable development by leading several open innovation (OI) processes. The present study investigated the functioning of an NPO (ELIS, based in Rome, Italy), that acts as an open innovation intermediary in a large consortium of enterprises. By adopting a mixed-method approach, key aspects related to the NPO’s organizational culture, the OI management process within the consortium, as well as leadership skills and values were investigated among 77 employees and 8 managers of the NPO. Results showed that the managers’ approach to OI, teamwork, and market challenges significantly affected the NPO’s ability to produce OI among the consortium members. Moreover, empowering leadership, and a culture of trust and mistake acceptance were highly valued by the NPO in view of an effective OI performance. The study contributes to the current literature by highlighting the conditional factors of the NPO’s capability to create open innovation with enterprises, and push them toward societal change. Implications for OI development have been discussed.
Sustainability arrow_drop_down SustainabilityOther literature type . 2023License: CC BYFull-Text: http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/10/8058/pdfData sources: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing InstituteIRIS CnrArticle . 2023License: CC 0Full-Text: https://iris.cnr.it/bitstream/20.500.14243/462059/1/sustainability-15-08058-v2%20%281%29.pdfData sources: IRIS CnrArchivio della Ricerca - Università degli Studi Roma TreArticle . 2023Data sources: Archivio della Ricerca - Università degli Studi Roma Treadd ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Part of book or chapter of book 2022 ItalyPublisher:Springer International Publishing Authors:Lucia Vigoroso;
Lucia Vigoroso
Lucia Vigoroso in OpenAIREGiorgia Bagagiolo;
Giorgia Bagagiolo
Giorgia Bagagiolo in OpenAIRENiccolò Pampuro;
Niccolò Pampuro
Niccolò Pampuro in OpenAIREEugenio Cavallo;
Eugenio Cavallo
Eugenio Cavallo in OpenAIREhandle: 20.500.14243/445950
Composting is an aerobic process that involves the decomposition of the urban waste leading, in accordance with the paradigm of the circular economy, to a stabilized final product rich in fertilizer properties. However, adopting this organic fertilizer may encounter significant barriers since many users still associate compost from organic municipal solid waste (OMSWC) with environmental and health hazards like soil contamination and bad odour. In this context, conveying information about compost use and properties with the appropriate communication channels could help overcome misguided beliefs about OMSWC. The present study investigated which drivers would encourage compost adoption and how the frequency of information through specific sources could influence the interest in using compost among potential users. Three main drivers were identified by surveying 59 potential compost users: providing a certification to the product, receiving more information about the origin of the material, and obtaining evidence about its positive effects on soil. Statistical analysis showed a positive association between frequent use of magazines/advertising as an information source and users' interest in adopting compost. In addition, results pointed out that potential users with higher education levels (with bachelor's degree or above) are more likely to use OMSWC than others. In conclusion, the present study suggests that it would be appropriate to redefine targeted communication campaigns to promote the benefits associated with the compost application for agricultural purposes.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Part of book or chapter of book 2022 ItalyPublisher:Springer International Publishing Authors:Lucia Vigoroso;
Lucia Vigoroso
Lucia Vigoroso in OpenAIREGiorgia Bagagiolo;
Giorgia Bagagiolo
Giorgia Bagagiolo in OpenAIRENiccolò Pampuro;
Niccolò Pampuro
Niccolò Pampuro in OpenAIREEugenio Cavallo;
Eugenio Cavallo
Eugenio Cavallo in OpenAIREhandle: 20.500.14243/445950
Composting is an aerobic process that involves the decomposition of the urban waste leading, in accordance with the paradigm of the circular economy, to a stabilized final product rich in fertilizer properties. However, adopting this organic fertilizer may encounter significant barriers since many users still associate compost from organic municipal solid waste (OMSWC) with environmental and health hazards like soil contamination and bad odour. In this context, conveying information about compost use and properties with the appropriate communication channels could help overcome misguided beliefs about OMSWC. The present study investigated which drivers would encourage compost adoption and how the frequency of information through specific sources could influence the interest in using compost among potential users. Three main drivers were identified by surveying 59 potential compost users: providing a certification to the product, receiving more information about the origin of the material, and obtaining evidence about its positive effects on soil. Statistical analysis showed a positive association between frequent use of magazines/advertising as an information source and users' interest in adopting compost. In addition, results pointed out that potential users with higher education levels (with bachelor's degree or above) are more likely to use OMSWC than others. In conclusion, the present study suggests that it would be appropriate to redefine targeted communication campaigns to promote the benefits associated with the compost application for agricultural purposes.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Part of book or chapter of book , Conference object 2023 ItalyPublisher:Springer International Publishing Authors:Federica Caffaro;
Federica Caffaro
Federica Caffaro in OpenAIREEugenio De Gregorio;
Eugenio De Gregorio
Eugenio De Gregorio in OpenAIREGiorgio Capello;
Giorgio Capello
Giorgio Capello in OpenAIRELucia Vigoroso;
+3 AuthorsLucia Vigoroso
Lucia Vigoroso in OpenAIREFederica Caffaro;
Federica Caffaro
Federica Caffaro in OpenAIREEugenio De Gregorio;
Eugenio De Gregorio
Eugenio De Gregorio in OpenAIREGiorgio Capello;
Giorgio Capello
Giorgio Capello in OpenAIRELucia Vigoroso;
Lucia Vigoroso
Lucia Vigoroso in OpenAIREGiorgia Bagagiolo;
Giorgia Bagagiolo
Giorgia Bagagiolo in OpenAIREEugenio Cavallo;
Eugenio Cavallo
Eugenio Cavallo in OpenAIREMarcella Biddoccu;
Marcella Biddoccu
Marcella Biddoccu in OpenAIREhandle: 20.500.14243/412390 , 20.500.14243/429969 , 11583/2998822
The study aimed at investigating drivers of adoption of good practices and technological innovations for soil protection in a group of winegrowers in Piedmont region, North west of Italy. Many previous studies addressed soil conservation and degradation, but the points of view of land operators have not been frequently addressed. Understanding farmers' perceptions, intentions and needs could help in a better suited implementation of measures for soil protection in vineyards. Four focus groups has been conducted with winegrowers (N=17) in Piedmont region, North-west Italy. Topics addressed in the focus groups were related to: perception of soil erosion and the role of the human factor in preventing/causing it, adoption and intention to adopt good practices and technological innovations for soil protection and, finally, barriers and drivers for their adoption. A questionnaire assessing participants' socio demographic characteristics and operation, vineyard management practices and perceived causes of soil erosion was administered to the respondents and the responses were used to encourage the discussion. Preliminary results showed that soil erosion was perceived as a relevant issue by the majority of the participants. Wide use of machinery during vineyard plantation and management was acknowledged as affecting soil and water conservation. Cost-benefit ratio did not sufficiently capture the complexity of farmers' decision making and behaviours, since the adoption of sustainable practices and technological innovations was more often related to place attachment and landscape protection. Social norms and peer pressures were not perceived as critical drivers for good practices adoption, whereas tradition and habits appeared to play a role in hindering the adoption of soil protection practices and technologies. Some recommendations arise from the present study: to encourage the adoption of soil protection practices and technologies, access to economic support should be spread but it does not seem to be enough. Personal values and habitual processes emerged as critical variables which could be targeted with awareness raising and education interventions. To maximize the fit between farmers' needs and sustainable innovation, these interventions should be based on a participatory approach and the co-creation of tailor-made solutions to better support the transition toward a more sustainable farming paradigm.
CNR ExploRA arrow_drop_down https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-...Part of book or chapter of book . 2023 . Peer-reviewedLicense: Springer Nature TDMData sources: CrossrefPublications Open Repository TOrinoConference object . 2023Data sources: Publications Open Repository TOrinoadd ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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For further information contact us at helpdesk@openaire.eudescription Publicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Part of book or chapter of book , Conference object 2023 ItalyPublisher:Springer International Publishing Authors:Federica Caffaro;
Federica Caffaro
Federica Caffaro in OpenAIREEugenio De Gregorio;
Eugenio De Gregorio
Eugenio De Gregorio in OpenAIREGiorgio Capello;
Giorgio Capello
Giorgio Capello in OpenAIRELucia Vigoroso;
+3 AuthorsLucia Vigoroso
Lucia Vigoroso in OpenAIREFederica Caffaro;
Federica Caffaro
Federica Caffaro in OpenAIREEugenio De Gregorio;
Eugenio De Gregorio
Eugenio De Gregorio in OpenAIREGiorgio Capello;
Giorgio Capello
Giorgio Capello in OpenAIRELucia Vigoroso;
Lucia Vigoroso
Lucia Vigoroso in OpenAIREGiorgia Bagagiolo;
Giorgia Bagagiolo
Giorgia Bagagiolo in OpenAIREEugenio Cavallo;
Eugenio Cavallo
Eugenio Cavallo in OpenAIREMarcella Biddoccu;
Marcella Biddoccu
Marcella Biddoccu in OpenAIREhandle: 20.500.14243/412390 , 20.500.14243/429969 , 11583/2998822
The study aimed at investigating drivers of adoption of good practices and technological innovations for soil protection in a group of winegrowers in Piedmont region, North west of Italy. Many previous studies addressed soil conservation and degradation, but the points of view of land operators have not been frequently addressed. Understanding farmers' perceptions, intentions and needs could help in a better suited implementation of measures for soil protection in vineyards. Four focus groups has been conducted with winegrowers (N=17) in Piedmont region, North-west Italy. Topics addressed in the focus groups were related to: perception of soil erosion and the role of the human factor in preventing/causing it, adoption and intention to adopt good practices and technological innovations for soil protection and, finally, barriers and drivers for their adoption. A questionnaire assessing participants' socio demographic characteristics and operation, vineyard management practices and perceived causes of soil erosion was administered to the respondents and the responses were used to encourage the discussion. Preliminary results showed that soil erosion was perceived as a relevant issue by the majority of the participants. Wide use of machinery during vineyard plantation and management was acknowledged as affecting soil and water conservation. Cost-benefit ratio did not sufficiently capture the complexity of farmers' decision making and behaviours, since the adoption of sustainable practices and technological innovations was more often related to place attachment and landscape protection. Social norms and peer pressures were not perceived as critical drivers for good practices adoption, whereas tradition and habits appeared to play a role in hindering the adoption of soil protection practices and technologies. Some recommendations arise from the present study: to encourage the adoption of soil protection practices and technologies, access to economic support should be spread but it does not seem to be enough. Personal values and habitual processes emerged as critical variables which could be targeted with awareness raising and education interventions. To maximize the fit between farmers' needs and sustainable innovation, these interventions should be based on a participatory approach and the co-creation of tailor-made solutions to better support the transition toward a more sustainable farming paradigm.
CNR ExploRA arrow_drop_down https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-...Part of book or chapter of book . 2023 . Peer-reviewedLicense: Springer Nature TDMData sources: CrossrefPublications Open Repository TOrinoConference object . 2023Data sources: Publications Open Repository TOrinoadd ClaimPlease grant OpenAIRE to access and update your ORCID works.This Research product is the result of merged Research products in OpenAIRE.
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