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Multidimensional Evaluation and Strategy Optimisation for Sustainable Development Based on the Capabilities Approach

Authors
Zhengting Liu1, *, Huijun Ren2
1School of Natural Sciences, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2, 02 PN40, Ireland
2Technical Management Special Graduate School, Pukyong National University, Busan, 48513, South Korea
*Corresponding author. Email: liuz7@tcd.ie
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Zhengting Liu
Available Online 12 September 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-462-4_68How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Capabilities Approach; Sustainable Development; CDM; Sustainable Agriculture; Development Practice
Abstract

This paper conducts a multi-dimensional assessment of development projects in different regions from the perspective of the Capabilities Approach (CA), focusing on capacity enhancement in the areas of economy, technology, society, and environment to foster sustainable development. The aim is to provide a theoretical foundation for improving policy design in these development projects. CA theory posits that the core of development should focus on enhancing “functional capabilities” to help individuals achieve multi-dimensional improvements and realise genuine freedom. Unlike traditional economic approaches, CA emphasises the potential for individual freedom of choice in aspects such as health, education, and social relationships. Through a comparative case study of the Humbo CDM project in Ethiopia and the Tongzi County Bamboo Shoot project in China, this paper evaluates how each project enhances the capabilities of communities and individuals in the domains of economy, technology, sustainability, and social participation. Additionally, this paper proposes policy recommendations based on CA to improve project designs, supporting fairer and more sustainable development in similar initiatives.

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Proceedings of the 2025 9th International Seminar on Education, Management and Social Sciences (ISEMSS 2025)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
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12 September 2025
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978-2-38476-462-4
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2352-5398
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