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Purpose - Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) play a significant role in the process of sustainable development and the social vitality of communities. These organizations focus on strengthening the economic and social capacities of marginalized groups, addressing general public issues, and sometimes tackling the challenges of specific social strata. In the age of globalization, sustainable development of a society depends on resolving its environmental, economic, and social problems. Design/methodology/approach- This study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach and was conducted in the villages and among the households of Zahak County, located in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. Using Cochran's formula and questionnaires, 21 villages were selected as the sample, comprising 358 households. In order to obstacles to the growth and expansion of non-governmental organizations in the rural areas of Zahk county. To further assess the relationship between NGOs and sustainable development,  Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)  was employed. Additionally, the  Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (FAHP)  was applied to identify the most influential factors contributing to the effectiveness of NGOs. Finally, the  Fuzzy TOPSIS method  was used to prioritize the villages based on the role of NGOs in sustainable development. Findings-  The results of the research indicate that the impact of NGOs on rural development dimensions has been generally unfavorable, with only the socio-cultural dimension showing a significant effect (Beta coefficient: 0.311), while other dimensions demonstrated negligible influence. Practical Implications - According to the research findings, investing in and implementing socio-cultural programs can help expand NGOs and improve the current condition of villages in Zahak County towards sustainable development. Originality/Value - Although previous research has been conducted in various regions of Iran, the distinct characteristics of Zahak County -where this study is focused- limit the applicability of earlier findings. Consequently, new research is necessary to address the specific conditions of this area. Zahak County faces unique challenges, particularly due to the cessation of water flow from the Helmand River by the Afghan government. This disruption has significantly impacted local livelihoods and altered environmental conditions, creating circumstances that warrant dedicated investigation.

Today, the environmental damage caused by manufacturing companies has pushed the business environment toward innovative green methods. Green technology innovation is one of the most important activities in this framework. Therefore, the current research was conducted with the aim of identifying the drivers of green technology innovation for manufacturing companies in the sports industry in Iran. This research is applied in terms of its purpose and exploratory in nature, considering the use of both qualitative and quantitative methods. Two main steps were taken to conduct this research. The first step was a systematic review of the research literature to identify the drivers of green technology innovation, and the second step was screening and confirming the drivers using the Fuzzy Delphi method. The theoretical community of the research consisted of academic experts and executive managers, and 20 people were selected to participate in the expert questionnaire through judgmental sampling. Based on the research results, 21 effective drivers were identified in the first phase. Subsequently, based on the results of Phase 2, 18 drivers were confirmed. These drivers are: environmental regulations, digital finance and fintechs, digital transformation, research and development investment, consumer awareness of the environment, capital market openness, media attention, environmental information disclosure, environmental, social, and governance ratings, government subsidies, organizational leadership style, organizational culture, organizational strategy, behavioral decision-making characteristics of the senior management team, the company’s social responsibility toward the environment, green knowledge management, green intellectual capital, and green dynamic capabilities. Considering these drivers can promote green technology innovation for manufacturing companies in the sports industry, potentially improving their economic and environmental performance.