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  Microgrids as a Strategic Solution for Decentralization of New Smart Quarters

  This article examines the economic efficiency of implementing microgrids as a strategic tool for decentralizing new residential neighborhoods in smart cities. The reduction of operating costs and the increase in the degree of energy independence are proven. This was achieved through a simulation model for comparing the traditional electricity ... This article examines the economic efficiency of implementing microgrids as a strategic tool for decentralizing new residential neighborhoods in smart cities. The reduction of operating costs and the increase in the degree of energy independence are proven. This was achieved through a simulation model for comparing the traditional electricity connection with a decentralized photovoltaic installation with energy storage systems. Urban planners, municipal structures and construction developers are offered practical solutions for including these systems at an early stage of the spatial and conceptual design of the modern urban environment.

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  Analysis of Selected Macroeconomic Indicators for BRICS Countries Excluding China

  This study analyzes key macroeconomic indicators of the BRICS countries, excluding China, in the context of the economic challenges and global changes since 2008. Looking at the indicators for the period 2020–2024, the paper presents their rate of change and each country's contribution to the alliance. The analysis shows that the countries are ... This study analyzes key macroeconomic indicators of the BRICS countries, excluding China, in the context of the economic challenges and global changes since 2008. Looking at the indicators for the period 2020–2024, the paper presents their rate of change and each country's contribution to the alliance. The analysis shows that the countries are achieving significant economic growth, despite the differences in dynamics and the challenges they face. Brazil is demonstrating an improvement in its position in the world, India is increasing its purchasing power and attracting investment, Russia is facing the economic consequences of its invasion of Ukraine, and South Africa remains the weakest economy in the union, with its key role in it. The conclusion is that, despite their differences, each BRICS country is developing a sustainable economy, improving cooperation among themselves, and changing the existing economic and political system.

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  Team Psychological Safety

  Psychological safety is a key factor for the effective functioning of modern organizations and teams. It influences the behavior of human resources, their performance and individual and team results, the achievement of short-term and long-term goals, the creation of innovations and increasing the competitiveness of organizations. This article ... Psychological safety is a key factor for the effective functioning of modern organizations and teams. It influences the behavior of human resources, their performance and individual and team results, the achievement of short-term and long-term goals, the creation of innovations and increasing the competitiveness of organizations. This article examines the role of psychological safety in the workplace and its importance for the effectiveness of teams. A tool for assessing psychological safety in the team is presented, which includes five key dimensions of psychological safety and allows for quantitative and qualitative diagnostics at its level. Different levels of psychological safety are analyzed and specific recommendations for its improvement are proposed, which can be used by management to create and maintain high team effectiveness and organizational development.