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The role of social innovation in the development of the energy sector

Pawłowska Elżbieta

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2023

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z. 168

351--364

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Purpose: The aim of this article is to identify initiatives related to social innovation in the area of energy. The rationale for undertaking research on this topic stemmed from the scarcity of scientific studies on social innovation in the energy sector. Design/methodology/approach: The research used qualitative research methods to verify information from various sources. For this purpose, a case study method was used, which is particularly important when researching complex phenomena. Findings: The results indicate that social innovations fit into the broadly understood concept of sustainable development, stimulating initiatives in the area of renewable energy sources, as well as contributing to energy savings, increased use of renewable energy systems, and improving the quality of life of residents. Originality/value: The issue addressed in this paper concerns social innovations related to the energy sector, which play an increasingly important role in the context of energy savings and increased use of renewable energy systems (RES). Social innovations are derived from the quality of social dialogue of public, non-profit or private organizations contributing to the solution of social problems. Social innovation plays an important role in many areas including energy, especially in supporting a low-carbon society.

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Corporate social responsibility as a modern concept of organization development

Pawłowska Elżbieta, Michalska Marta

Organizacja i Zarządzanie : kwartalnik naukowy

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2022

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nr 1

91-112

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Introduction/background: Currently in Poland, it is becoming increasingly popular to implement activities related to social responsibility in organizations. Companies have begun to pay more and more attention to such issues as building relationships with the environment, as well as widely understood social interest or environmental protection has become important. Aim of the paper: The purpose of the article is to indicate the role of social responsibility and its relationship to the development of the organization using a selected example. Materials and methods: The study used the case-study method using a survey questionnaire tool. Results and conclusions: Based on the survey, it can be concluded that the employees of the surveyed enterprise have a positive view of social responsibility activities. The organization should focus on a strategy based on investing in solutions to improve the quality of life of employees, the local community, and strive to offset the negative impact on the environment.

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Mediation as an innovative dispute resolution tool based on the example of public organizations

Pawłowska Elżbieta, Witkowski Paweł, Trybus Paulina

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2021

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z. 150

169--181

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Purpose: The objective of this article is to identify the context of developing mediation in public administration and also to demonstrate its role in problem-solving in that area. On those grounds, the authors attempted at answering the study question: Is the mediation tool widely used in the public administration area and does it facilitate dispute resolution? Design/methodology/approach: To look for evidence enabling to answer the study question, the case study method was used as it was appropriate for the analysis of qualitative phenomena (Grzegorczyk, 2015). Case study enables to formulate conclusions concerning the causes and results of the actual studied phenomenon course. The study undertaken by the Authors is an individual case study where the authors used various techniques and tools for data collection and analysis, i.e. participant observation, document analysis and Internet sources. Findings: Currently, a growing number of proceedings in administration bodies and administrative courts can be observed, but the role of mediation in their resolution is still negligible. An undoubted problem of the administrative mediation is the absence of trust of the public administration bodies, courts and the general public in this conflict resolution form. This is why it is necessary to introduce legislative amendments, educate in this area and promote it. Originality/value: The presented analysis is important as it indicates the role of administrative mediation and the importance of its popularization.

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Mediation in economic disputes

Pawłowska Elżbieta, Wranik Johanna

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2020

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z. 148

635--646

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Purpose: The purpose of the article is to present the use of the mediation tool in resolving economic disputes on the example of the Silesian Voivodeship. Design/methodology/approach: The comparative analysis methodology was selected for the purposes of this study. Analysis as a technique for recognizing the types of elements forming a given whole on the basis of their characteristics and assessing the efficiency of the whole functioning against the background of the adopted pattern. The analysis was conducted in two selected regional courts in the Silesian Voivodeship. Findings: Currently, an increasing number of commercial cases pending before the courts can be observed, however, the institution of mediation still plays a negligible role in their resolution. Mediation focuses on the future of the parties, avoids escalation of the problem and is a highly individualized process. An undoubted problem regarding mediation is the lack of trust of both courts and the public in this form of resolving the conflict. Currently, mediation is not sufficiently used, which is why education and promotion are so important in this regard. Originality/value: The presented analysis is important because it indicates the role of mediation and the essence of its popularization in overcoming society's reluctance. To achieve this, it is necessary to promote information on mediation, train judges in effective urging the parties to mediate, and make young people aware of the many benefits of settling everyday problems.