The article analyses the problems of food waste and responsible consumption that include taking into account environmental-social-health and economic impacts of products and services. The study raises the research question related to whether people consume food responsibly. Analysis of research literature sources, systematization, synthesis, generalization, quantitative research and data processing methods were used in the article. The questionnaire was arranged on the pollimill.com website, and the link was shared with selected possible respondents. The survey was carried out in Lithuania and in European countries. The survey sample is equal to 1080 respondents (566 respondents from Lithuania and 514 from Italy, Poland, Latvia, Germany and France). A simple random sample was used in this research. The survey highlighted that the majority of respondents in the survey state that food is not often wasted. In addition, findings show that the population of Lithuania emits slightly less food than the population of the European countries participating in the survey. These findings could be crucial for the future green directions from the side of policymakers.

The term ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social and Governance, has gained significant traction in the business world. A company’s dedication to ESG reflects its awareness of both the positive and negative impacts it has on society and the environment, influencing not only the business itself but the entire ecosystem around it. Organisations that embrace the ESG framework recognise that adopting best governance practices leads to positive outcomes across all sectors. This approach helps minimise the environmental impact and fosters a more equitable world, while maintaining sound administrative processes and sustaining profitability. Incorporating ESG factors into operations is essential for ensuring long-term sustainability, compliance and competitiveness. By focusing on environmental stewardship, fostering positive social impacts and maintaining strong governance structures, organisations can minimise their negative externalities, meet regulatory demands, and appeal to a growing number of ESG-conscious stakeholders. The main aim of this article is to analyse the ESG principles, and present examples of integrating ESG in large and SMEs companies. These organisations were chosen as examples of good practice: Maersk, Nestlé, Toyota, Baltic Marine Bunker and Klaipėdos Nafta. The companies in this article were chosen to show a diverse range of industries and approaches to ESG implementation.

Klasikinė logistika akcentuoja produktų judėjimą nuo gamintojo iki vartotojo, daugiausia dėmesio skiriant transportavimui, sandėliavimui ir atsargų valdymui. Krovinių vežėjai siekia teikti transporto paslaugas mažesnėmis sąnaudomis, tuo suinteresuoti ir jų klientai, tačiau galutiniai vartotojai mažai domisi tuo, kaip produktai gabenami, kokios miestuose spūstys, oro tarša, triukšmas. Ypač neigiamai miestų aplinką veikia dabartinis miesto prekių paskirstymo organizavimas. Žalioji logistika bando suderinti veiksmingą transportavimą su aplinką tausojančiomis miesto logistikos sistemomis. Šiame straipsnyje siekiama ištirti žaliosios logistikos svarbą vartotojų požiūriu. Norint atskleisti Lietuvos vartotojų požiūrį mažiau taršios logistikos taikymą transporto įmonėse, atliktas kiekybinis tyrimas. Tyrimo rezultatai atskleidė, kad vartotojai menkai suvokia žaliosios logistikos termino esmę, nors beveik visi apklaustieji teigė, kad transporto įmonės privalo prisidėti prie aplinkosaugos problemų mažinimo.

The integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in the maritime sector has become an essential component in enhancing sustainable development and operational transparency. This article explores the growing importance of ESG frameworks in the maritime industry, focusing on the practical applications and comparative assessment of ESG performance among four major European ports: the Port of Rotterdam, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, the Port of Klaipėda, and A. P. Moller-Maersk. The paper investigates ESG maturity through a set of defined indicators, such as emissions, renewable energy use, green investment, social performance and governance transparency, offering a critical evaluation of their implementation across different port management models. The findings highlight significant variability in ESG integration, with Rotterdam and Maersk leading in environmental and governance indicators, while Antwerp-Bruges and Klaipėda are still developing their ESG reporting practices. The study underscores the importance of standardised ESG frameworks, transparent reporting, and digital innovation for advancing sustainability in the maritime sector.

The article presents research on the accessibility of higher education in the Baltic States and Poland and its compliance with the principle of “Leaving No One Behind”. A qualitative approach was used to achieve the research objective using analysis of statistical indicators and the contents of documents. The results of the study reveal that the progress on higher education attainment is not homogeneous and not consistent in the countries analyzed. Document analysis indicates that higher education accessibility differs across Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Poland. Lithuania and Latvia are the most accessible due to unified application systems, while Poland lacks such a system, creating extra costs and delays. A comparison of the mandatory examinations and minimum requirements set by the countries shows that Lithuania has the highest barriers to access to higher education: people with lower results or learning gaps in secondary education are deprived of the opportunity to acquire higher education, and their chances of avoiding falling behind are lower. Lithuania does not provide for exceptions for the admission of people with disabilities: they must meet the same requirements as other applicants. Another group of people who may face exclusion in Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland are members of national minorities. These results suggest that the governments of the countries and universities need to be more inclusive in their admission policies.