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Futures Literacy Labs (FLL), as developed by UNESCO, have become a widely replicated and methodologically robust framework for anticipatory governance, now applied across more than 60 countries and multiple domains - from education to innovation policy and sustainability science [1, 2]. Recent studies emphasise their potential for transforming entrenched policy paradigms, surfacing assumptions, and fostering systemic innovation [3, 4]. While the integration of FLL into Green and Sustainable Public Procurement rema...

Achieving sustainable development - as defined by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - requires not only visionary targets but also effective implementation tools. One such tool is Green Public Procurement (GPP), which enables public authorities to influence production and consumption patterns in favour of climate action, resource efficiency, and social equity [1, 2]. In Latvia, municipalities play a critical role in promoting sustainability through GPP, particularly in sectors such as food an...

Green public procurement (GPP) is a key policy instrument for promoting sustainable development and supporting the transition to a circular economy. It contributes to more efficient resource use, environmentally responsible consumption, and innovation in public service delivery. Municipalities play a crucial role in this process, as their procurement decisions influence market behavior and help implement both the European Green Deal and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 12.7. This study presen...

Integrating sustainable development and circular economy principles into higher education curricula is critical for preparing future professionals to address complex global challenges. This study examines both the theoretical underpinnings and empirical evidence supporting the inclusion of these themes in academic programs in Latvia, emphasizing their role in fostering the competencies required for sustainable transformation. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research combines qualitative content analysis of cur...