Elena Fleaca, from the National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, participated in the XX Jubilee International Scientific-Practical Conference – “Economic Growth in the Face of Global Challenges”, organized by the National Institute of Economic Research INCE of the Academy of Economic Studies from Moldova (ASEM), and held on 8-9 October 2026 in Chisinau, Republic of Moldova.

During Session IV – “Sustainable Pathways for Modern Agriculture and Rural Development”, she presented the research paper entitled “The Strategic Value of Double Materiality Assessment for Sustainability Reporting in Agri-Food Systems and Rural Development”. The presentation provided an opportunity to disseminate research findings on the application of the double materiality assessment methodology in the agri-food sector, as well as to exchange ideas and engage in networking with researchers interested in sustainability, agriculture, and rural development.

Participation in the conference contributed to the dissemination of the STAR project research findings and the exchange of best practices in the fields of sustainability reporting and the sustainable development of agri-food systems.