Section National Economy and Entrepreneurship Section Chair: Prof. E. Gaile-Sarkane, Riga Technical University, Latvia Subsection “Innovations and Quality Technologies” Sub-Section Chair: Prof. Janis Mazais, Riga Technical University, Latvia, Modris Ozoliņš, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: J. Mazais, Prof., Riga Technical University, Latvia I. Lapiņa, Assoc. Prof., Riga Technical University, Latvia J. Caune, Assist. Prof., Riga Technical University, Latvia M. Ozoliņš, Riga Technical University, Latvia V. Majstorovic, Prof., University of Belgrade, Serbia P. Grudowski, Prof., Gdansk University of Technology, Poland Thursday, 15 October, 2015 Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, Riga,6 Kalnciema Street, Room 203 09.00–09.20 Development of innovation driven culture at higher education institution: ISPEHE project results M. Dubickis, D. Ščeulovs, I. Lapiņa, Riga Technical University, Latvia 09.20–09.40 Elaboration of Business Model for Development of Living Lab in Latvia S. Šmīdlere, Riga Technical University, Latvia 09.40–10.00 Improvement of Efficciency of Business Incubators E. Grūbe, Riga Technical University, Latvia 10.00–10.20 The Role of Business Accelerators in Fostering Startups A. Zandersons, Riga Technical University, Latvia 10.20–10.40 Impact of the form of State Governance on Quality Assurance Infrastructure J. Miķelsons, Riga Technical University, Latvia 10.40–11.00 Entrepreneurs’ expectations about the results from the intelectual capital investments: Case of Latvia O. Lentjushenkova, Riga Technical University, Latvia Subsection “Scientific Problems of Technogenic Environment Safety” Subsection Chair: Dr. chem. V. Urbane, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: J. Ievins, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia V. Jemeljanovs, Dr. sc. ing., Riga Technical University, Latvia J. Malahova, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia P. Tint, Dr. sc. ing., Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia A. V. Vasilyev, Dr. sc. ing., Togliatti State University, Russia Friday, 9 October Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, Riga, 6 Kalnciema street, Room 410 10.00–10.15 Opening J. Ieviņš, Riga Technical University, Latvia 10.15–10.30 MONITORING AND REDUCTION OF NEGATIVE INFLUENCE OF OILY WASTE A. V. Vasilyev, Togliatti State University, Russia 10.30–10.45 SOME APPROACHES TO ESTIMATION OF NEGATIVE INFLUENCE OF ELECTORMAGNETIC FIELDS TO THE POPULATION A. V. Vasilyev, Togliatti State University, Russia 10.45–11.00 VOLUNTARY SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY – TO WHAT EXTENT DOES OHSAS 18001 CERTIFICATION HELP? Õ. Paas, K. Reinhold, P. Tint, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia 11.10–11.15 INCREASING NATURAL DAYLIGHT LEVELS IN ATRIUM TYPE BUILDING T. Koppel, P. Tint, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia 11.15–11.30 SHIELDING INBOUND MICROWAVE ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION T. Koppel, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia, H. Haldre , Institute of Environmental Health and Safety, Estonia 11.30–11.45 MICROWAVE ABSORPTION AND REFLECTION PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS IN WORKING ENVIRONMENT T. Koppel, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia, H. Haldre, Institute of Environmental Health and Safety, Estonia 11.45–12.00 THE NEW OCCUPATIONAL ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS’ DIRECTIVE 2013/35/EU COMPARED TO EARLIER DIRECTIVES AND GUIDELINES T. Koppel, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia 12.00–12.30 Coffee Break 12.30–12.45 MINIMISING RADIOFREQUENCY RADIATION EXPOSURE OF SMART PHONES AND TABLETS - USING AN OFF-LINE READER INSTEAD OF WIRELESS BROWSING FOR MOBILE LEARNING M. Ahonen, “Sustainable Mobile”, Ltd, Finland, T. Koppel, Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia 12.45–13.00 DEVELOPMENT OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION’S DEFORMATION CONTROL SYSTEM A. Skudra, Riga Technical University, Latvia D. Atstāja, A. Valdemārs, BA School of Business and Finance, Latvia, V. Garancis, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13.00–13.15 INCREASE OF TECHNOGENIC SAFETY OF A WASTE MANAGEMENT COMPANY V. Cudečkis “Vides Centrs” Ltd, Latvia 13.15–13.30 NORMATIVE ACT REGULATION OF TRAINING FOR PERSONNEL CONNECTED WITH OPERATION OF DANGEROUS MACHINERY AND ITS IMPROVEMENT E. Upeniece, learning centre „EVA-93”, Latvia, J. Bērziņš , Riga Technical University, Latvia 13.30–13.45 DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDELINES FOR OPERATORS WORKING WITH DANGEROUS MACHINERY PROFICIENCY ASSESSMENT OF ELIGIBILITY FOR THE JOB E. Upeniece, learning centre „EVA-93”, Latvia, J. Bērziņš , Riga Technical University, Latvia 13.45–14.00 IMPLEMENTATION OF PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR THE FIRE PROTECTION STRENGTHENING J. Ķiršs, State Fire-Fighting and Rescue Service, Latvia, J. Malahova, J. Ieviņš, V. Urbāne, Riga Technical University, Latvia 14.00–14.15 PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS OF AUTO LADDERS AND CARTOWERS USAGE FOR fulfillment of State Fire and Rescue Service tasks A. Politika, State Fire-Fighting and Rescue Service, Latvia, I. Vilcāne, J. Malahova, V. Jemeļjanovs, Riga Technical University, Latvia Subsection “International Business, Logistics, Customs and Taxes” Subsection Chair: V. Skribans, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: R. Počs, Dr. habil. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia V. Skribans, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia A. V. Krastiņš, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia Thursday, 15 October Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, Kalnciema Street 6, room 311 10.00–10.15 Opening Remark V. Skribans, Riga Technical University, Latvia 10.15–10.30 Tax impact on household incomes Mariyana Krasimirova Pavlova, Tsenov Academy of Economics, Bulgaria 10.30–10.45 Social Insurance Problematic Aspects for Self-Employed persons in Latvia Inguna Leibus, Maira Lazdina, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia 10.45–11.00 Energy security and economic development (theoretical aspects) Egils Fortins, University of Latvia, Latvia 11.00–11.15 Economic Factors Influencing Attractiveness of Maritime Education in Latvia Roberts Gailitis, Maritime Administration of Latvia, Latvia Subsection “Business Engineering, Economics, Finance and Management” Subsection Chair: K. Didenko, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: K. Didenko, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia M. Dubickis, Mg. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia I. Voronova, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia J. Eriņa, Dr.oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia E. Glodzinski, Dr. oec., Warsaw University of Technology, Poland Thursday, 15 October Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, 6 Kalnciema street, room 411 09.30–11.00 Assessment of operational risk based on copula approach D. Stepchenko, Riga Technical University, Latvia Proactive personnel and the ability of decision-making under conditions of risk D. Aleksandrova, I. Voronova, Riga Technical University, Latvia Applying of Analytic Hierarchy Process for fire risk insurance premium assessment J. Puskina, K. Didenko, V. Jansons, Riga Technical University, Latvia Project risk register analysis based on the project management term “risk” DEFINITION theoretical analysis J. Uzulans, University of Latvia, Latvia The relevance of Cross-Border Contagion risk Transmission in the central and eastern european countries V. Deltuvaite, Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania Non-Financial enterprises in kazakhstan: Scoring Assessment and prediction of the insolvency risk S. Amangeldy, I. Voronova, Riga Technical University, Latvia Theoretical aspects of Cross-Border Contagion risk: risk definition, Transmission channels and systematic events (shocks) V. Deltuvaite, Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania The Role of Management of Satellite Towns in promoting Well‑Being for citizens: Case of Latvia I. Jēkabsone, B. Sloka, University of Latvia, Latvia MUNICIPAL WASTE-REDUCTION OPPORTUNITIES IN GETLINI ECO LANDFILL M. Stradere, K. Didenko, V. Jansons, Riga Technical University, Latvia 11.00–11.20 Coffee Break 11.20–12.50 Organizational innovations in crisis management of projectbased enterprises E. Glodzinski, S. Marciniak, Warsaw University of Technology, Poland AirBaltic Case Based Analysis of Potential for Improving Employee Engagement Levels in Latvia through Gamification D. Ergle, University of Latvia, Latvia HR Strategy Within Integrated Strategic Management: Case of Large companies of Latvia L. Peiseniece, T. Volkova, BA School of Business and Finance, Latvia The organisational and job factors in employee turnover models I. Ozolina-Ozola, Riga Technical University, Latvia The Triad of Management decisions for a Small and Medium Enterprise M. Millers, Riga Technical University, Latvia Flexibility of working time at the enterprises of Belarus N. Makovskaya, Mogilev State University, Belarus Innovations in the promotion of home produced products in the market M. Pelse, S. Zeverte-Rivza, Z. Rone, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia, N. Lace, Riga Technical University, Latvia The impact of Stakeholders in Human Resource Training Projects I. Eriņa, E. Gaile-Sarkane, Riga Technical University, Latvia Internal communication problems in organizations I. Ezera, Riga Technical University, Latvia 12.50–13.20 Coffee Break 13.20–14.50 Return on Shareholders’ Equity of Baltic Pension Fund Management Companies I. Arefjevs, BA School of Business and Finance, Latvia Financial Security in the Baltic States N. Semjonova, Riga Technical University, Latvia European Excellence model and its role in bussiness improvement A. Veselova, University of Latvia, Latvissa Economic integration as a market failure remedy: the issue of monopolisation D. Skoruks, M. Šenfelde, Riga Technical University, Latvia Business Challenges in Architecture Industry S. Bondare, T. Volkova, BA School of Business and Finance, Latvia, E. Bondars, Riga Technical University, Latvia Development of state owned enterprises of transport industry in Latvia M. Plumins, D. Sceulovs, Riga Technical University, Latvia Tourism networks in Latvia: purposes and coverage K. Bērziņa, University of Latvia, Latvia Competitiveness of Small Open European Economies under Global Imbalance T. Boikova, Baltic International Academy, Latvia Interaction between exploitative and explorative innovation and companys innovation strategy I. Vaivode, Riga Technical University, Latvia 14.50–15.10 Break 15.10–16.40 TV statistic collection in Latvia using IPTV data V. Dubovskis, Rezekne Higher Education Institution, Latvia The importance and role of state marketing in economy regulation S. Mukhtarov, S. de Linde, K. Seblani, Riga Technical University, Latvia Forecasts of the Business Cycle Dynamics as a Corrective Factor within the Context of Investment Portfolio Efficiency Maximisation J. Nazarova, Riga Technical University, Latvia Trends of Social and Economic Development of Counties Municipalities in Kurzeme Planning Region S. Ivanova, Riga Technical University, Latvia Research and Development Expenditures and Economic Growth in EU: Panel Data Analysis R. Freimane, S. Balina, Latvia Opportunities for the use of business data analysis technologies R. Zuka, S. Balina, J. Krasts, Latvia Current challenges of Latvian ICT, global best practices to drive innovation and ICT development and potential recommendation for Latvian ICT more rapid growth by utilizing innovation and R&D S. Meijere, Riga Technical University, Latvia Differences in perception of cloud computing technologies in different countries: Latvian experience L. Budniks, K. Didenko, Riga Technical University, Latvia Estimation of EU State’s Innovation Activity Using Benchmarking V. Jurēnoks, V. Jansons, Riga Technical University, Latvia Evaluation of Attractiveness of Enterprise Development Projects: a Case of Using Interval’s Estimation V. Jansons, I. Voronova, Riga Technical University, Latvia Reducing change resistance in Latvian public sector organizations. Case study J. Iljins, Riga Technical University, Latvia Trust in banks and its impact on stability of banking system V. Skvarciany, Mykolas Romeris Univeristy, Lithuania Subsection “Competitiveness of Latvian Enterprises in Foreign Markets (VPP EKOSOC-LV 5.2.1.)” Subsection Chairs: Prof. R. Počs, Riga Technical University, Latvia Prof. B. Sloka, University of Latvia, Latvia Prof. A. Villeruša, Riga Stradiņš University, Latvia Scientific Committee: R. Počs, Prof., Riga Technical University, Latvia B. Sloka, Prof., University of Latvia, Latvia A. Villeruša, Prof., Riga Stradiņš University, Latvia V. Ozoliņa, Assist. Prof., Riga Technical University, Latvia Thursday, 15 October Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, 6 Kalnciema Street, room 209 9.00–9.20 Competitiveness Evaluation Indicators in the Latvian Macroeconomic Model V. Ozoliņa, R. Počs, Riga Technical University, Latvia 9.20–9.40 Characterisation of competitiveness factors in healthcare industry in Latvia D. Behmane, A. Villeruša, U. Berķis, A. Kokarēviča, Riga Stradiņš University, Latvia 9.40–10.00 TTIP in Healthcare industries: transformation of internal into external competitiveness U. Berķis, A. Villeruša, A. Kokarēviča, D. Behmane, Riga Stradiņš University, Latvia 10.00–10.20 Role of Internet Marketing for Export Promotion (Results of Recent Latvia’s Company Survey) B. Sloka, I. Kantāne, R. Vidruska, University of Latvia, Latvia 10.20–10.40 Social Networks as Information Channel on Studies in Latvia for Foreign Students B. Sloka, J. Dimants, R. Vidruska, M. Ambrēna, University Of Latvia, Latvia 10.40–11.00 Baltic States Airport branding: Content Analysis of Vision Statements K. Ijevleva, S. Paramonovs, University Of Latvia, Latvia 11.00–11.20 Coffee Breake 11.20–11.40 Global Competition: Vision for A2A Ticketing in Aviation Industry within Riga Airport Development Context S. Paramonovs, University Of Latvia, Latvia 11.40–12.00 Latvia’s Transit corridor competitiveness evaluation P. Patļins, Riga Technical University, Latvia 12.00–12.20 Crisis in Russian outbound tourism and its impact on tourism in Latvia A. van der Steina, University of Latvia, Latvia 12.20–12.40 Client relationships and competitiveness of advertising agency. The case of Latvian advertising agencies L. Ozolina, E. Sumilo, University of Latvia, Latvia 12.40–13.00 Consumer Segmentation Application in Marketing Strategy A. Žigalova, University of Latvia, Latvia 13.00–13.20 Role of Social Partners for Work-Based Learning: Results of Surveys I. Buligina, University of Latvia, Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music, Latvia B. Sloka, University of Latvia, Latvia I. Kantāne, University of Latvia, University College of Economics and Culture, Latvia A. Līce, University of Latvia, Latvia 13.20–13.40 The Role of Different Sources of Information on Attitude towards GMO I. Aleksejeva, B. Sloka, University of Latvia, Latvia I. Kantāne, University of Latvia, University College of Economics and Culture, Latvia 13.40–14.00 Theoretical JUSTIFication of the model of evaluation of renewable energy sources integration on fossil fuel energy sources operation efficiency M. Balodis, V. Skribans, P. Ivanova, Riga Technical University, Latvia 14.00–14.20 Identification of the main challenges of rail infrastructure competitiveness J. Hudenko, Riga Technical University, Latvia Subsection “National Research Program EKOSOC-LV: “The Development of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Latvia in Compliance with the Smart Specialization Strategy” & “Involvement of the society in social innovation for providing sustainable development of Latvia”” Subsection Chairs: N. Lace and K. Oganisjana, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: N. Lāce, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia K. Oganisjana, Dr. paed., Riga Technical University, Latvia G. Ciemleja, Dr. oec., Riga Technical University, Latvia M. Pelše, Dr. oec., Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia M. Leščevica, Dr. oec., Vidzemes Augstskola, Latvia S. Hiļkevičs, Dr. phys., Ventspils University College, Latvia T. Volkova, Dr. oec., BA School of Business and Finance, Latvia A. Sauka, Dr. oec., SSE Riga, Latvia A. Čirjevskis, Dr. oec., SIA “Sinerģija”, Latvia M. Tvaronavičiene, Dr. oec., Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Center, Lithuania T. Põlajeva, Dr. oec., Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia Thursday, 15 October Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, 6 Kalnciema Street, room 301 9.00–9.15 Welcoming speEch Nataļja Lāce, Karine Oganisjana, Riga Technical University, Latvia 9.15–9.30 SUSTAINABILITY OF THE INVESTMENT CLIMATE IN LATVIA: THE VIEWPOINTS OF FOREIGN INVESTORS Arnis Sauka, SSE Riga, Latvia 9.30–9.45 Comparative analysis of technology transfer models Sergejs Hiļkevičs, Ventspils Augstskola, Latvia 9.45–10.00 Returns on Internet Marketing in Latvia — Results of Recent Company Survey Biruta Sloka, Ināra Kantāne, Renāte Vidruska, University of Latvia, Latvia 10.00–10.15 Sustainability in Higher Education: Discourse on Dynamic Capabilities of Latvian Privately Run Higher Educational Institutions Andrejs Čirjevskis, SIA “Sinerģija”, Latvia 10.15–10.30 Does firm’s HIGHER innovation potential leed to its superior performance? Jūlija Bistrova, Nataļja Lāce, Riga Technical University, Latvia 10.30–10.45 Innovations in the promotion of the home produced products in the market Modrite Pelše, Sandija Zēverte-Rivža, Zane Rone, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia 10.45–11.00 Coffee break 11.00–11.15 The Sixtuple Helix Innovation Model Nataļja Lāce, Gintare Rumbinaite, Riga Technical University, Maira Leščevica, Vidzemes Augstskola, Latvia 11.15–11.30 CHALLENGES FACED BY SMART MATERIAL COMPANIES TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Guna Ciemleja, Riga Technical University, Latvia 11.30–11.45 ORGANIZATIONAL CREATIVITY AS A DRIVING FORCE FOR COMPANYS’ INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT Nataļja Lāce, Riga Technical University, Latvia, Nataļja Buldakova, GE Global Operations — Finance, Hungary, Gintare Rumbinaite, Riga Technical University, Latvia 11.45–12.00 Coaching as a tool for accelerating innovation in organizations Angelina Roša, Nataļja Lāce, Riga Technical University, Latvia 12.00–12.15 DEVELOPMENT OF THE ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPETENCE IN LATVIA IN THE EU GOALS CONTEXT Andra Šenberga, State Service Education Quality, Ventspils University College, Latvia 12.15–12.30 Innovations in vocational education in compliance with the requirements of employers to provide sustainable development of Latvia Ilze Brante, Ogre Technical School, Latvia 12.30–13.00 Coffee break 13.00–13.15 Challenges faced to the promotion of social innovation in Latvia: from the perspective of economics Lasma Dobele, Gunta Grinberga-Zalite & Linda Kelle, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia 13.15–13.30 Challenges faced to the promotion of social innovation in Latvia: from the perspective of education Karine Oganisjana, Riga Technical University, Latvia, Svetlana Surikova, University of Latvia, Latvia 13.30–13.45 Challenges faced to the promotion of social innovation in Latvia: from the perspective of management Iveta Ozoliņa-Ozola, Jeļena Titko, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13.45–14.00 Making a common platform for the integration of different perspectives of social innovation research within interdisciplinary framework Karine Oganisjana, Riga Technical University, Latvia 14.00–14.15 Theoretical old-age pension benefits and replacement rates in the Baltic States: a retrospective simulation Olga Rajevska, University of Latvia, Latvia 14.15–14.35 Coffee break 14.35-14.50 The Analytic Hierarchy Process as a Tool for Promotion of Youth Employment and Sustainability in Latvia Līva Grineviča, Baiba Rivža, Pēteris Rivža, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia 14.50–15.05 Smart specialization str ategy: r ealization opportunities and problems in Latvian Sandra Jekabsone, Irina Skribane, University of Latvia, Latvia 15.05–15.20 On Characteristics for stakeholders’ homogeneity in innovation and technology transfer Mikus Dubickis, Elīna Gaile-Sarkane, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15.20–15.35 Industrialisation factors in post-industrial society Vladimirs Šatrevičs, Valentīna Strautmane, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15.35–15.50 Values and innovative entrepreneurship. Impact on results Anita Straujuma, Elīna Gaile-Sarkane, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15.50–16.05 Innovative methods of teaching and learning for promoting entrepreneurial competences Alla Sorokina, Belorussian National Technical University, Belorussia 16.05–16.20 Efficiency of Latvian Pension Systen Konstantins Kozlovskis, Jūlija Bistrova, Riga Technical University, Latvia 16.20–16.35 Investments in research and development in Latvia Tālis Laizāns, Riga Technical University, Latvia Friday, 16 October Faculty of Engineering Economics and Management, 6 Kalnciema Street, room 411 9.00–12.00 Discussion of the results of the conference section on National Research Program EKOSOCLV: “The Development of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Latvia in Compliance with the Smart Specialization Strategy» & «Involvement of the society in social innovation for providing sustainable development of Latvia”. Parallel workshop: Seminar 1 The results and prospectives of the development of the project 5.2.2 “The Development of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Latvia in Compliance with the Smart Specialization Strategy”. Parallel workshop: Seminar 2 The results and prospectives of the development of the project 5.2.7 “Involvement of the society in social innovation for providing sustainable development of Latvia”. Friday, 16 October International Exhibition Company BT 1 Kipsalas street 8, Riga, LV-1048, Latvia Section SCIENTIFIC PROBLEMS OF ENGINEERING ECONOMICS OF CONSTRUCTION, REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT, REGIONS AND TERRITORIES DEVELOPMENT Section Chair: Prof. I.Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia Subsection “Urban and Regional development” Sub-Section Chair: Assoc. prof. I. Judrupa, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: J.Saulītis Prof. Riga Technical University M.Šenfelde Prof. Riga Technical University N.Volgina Prof. Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia Latvia Latvia Russia 12:30 – 12:40 OPENING I. Judrupa, Riga Technical University, Latvia 12:40-12:50 INFLUENCE OF THE EU STRUCTURAL INSTRUMENTS ON THE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT: CASE OF BULGARIA I. Ivanov, University of Forestry, Bulgaria 12:50-13:00 NETWORKS IN REGION TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT O. Prokopenko, V. Omelyanenko, Sumy State University, Ukraine 13:00-13:10 THE ROLE OF PUBLIC- PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN REGIONAL "GREEN" ECONOMICS DEVELOPMENT V. Gassiy, Kuban State University, Russia 13:10-13:20 INTRODUCTION OF ACTION RESEARCH INTO PUBLIC SECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE POLICY PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION IN LATVIA I. Baltiņa, M. Šenfelde, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:20-13:30 INTRODUCING OF SMART WORK – OPPORTUNITY TO INCREASE ECONOMICAL DEVELOPMENT OF MUNICIPALITIES IN LATVIA I.Judrupa, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:30-13:40 POVERTY REDUCTION OPTIONS IN CITIES U.Kamols, I.Sila, L. Kamola, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:40-13:50 THE IMPORTANCE OF THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEIGHBOURHOOD OF THE CITY OF RIGA T. Survilo, I. Pavlova, U. Kamols, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:50-14:00 POLICY FOR THE "GREEN" ECONOMY DEVELOPMENT IN RUSSIA: MAIN TRENDS M. Terešina, M. Onishenko, Kuban State University, Russia 14:00-14:10 ACCESS TO EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AS URBAN COMPETITIVENESS DRIVER L. Kamola, J. Saulītis, U. Kamols, Riga Technical University, Latvia 14:10-14:20 MODEL OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING COMPETITIVENESS OF THE LATVIAN FISHERIES SECTOR’S CLUSTER I. Biukšāne, Riga Technical University, Latvian State Institute of Agrarian Economics, Latvia Subsection “Pecularities of Engineering Economics in Construction, Real Estate and Land Management” Sub-Section Chair: prof. I. Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia prof. T.Tambovceva, Riga Technical University, Latvia Scientific Committee: J.Vanags Dr.oec. K.Fedotova Dr.oec. R.Liias Dr.sc.ing. M.Urlinska Dr.hab. J.Nyiri Dr.sc.ing. I.Potravnyy Dr.oec. Riga Technical University Riga Technical University Tallin Technological University Nikolas Kopernicus University West Hungary University Plekhanov Russian Economics University Latvia Latvia Estonia Poland Hungary Russia 12:30 – 12:40 OPENING I. Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 12:40-12:50 THE ANALYSIS OF REAL ESTATE MARKET AND ECONOMIC FLUCTUATIONS IN LATVIA AND ITS INFLUENCE ON REAL ESTATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP L. Kauškale, I. Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 12:50-13:00 FIXED TERM RESIDENCE PERMITS: THE IMPACT ON THE REAL ESTATE MARKET AND THE NATIONAL ECONOMY J.Vanags, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:00-13:10 CIVIL BUILDING MANAGEMENT PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS FOR ENSURING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF LATVIA A. Smerdevs, T. Tambovceva, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:10-13:20 EMPLOYMENT PROBLEMS AND PROSPECTS IN THE RUSSIAN "GREEN" BUILDING SECTOR E. Pirozhenko, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Russia 13:20-13:30 KPI IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY A. Švaikovs, K. Fedotova, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:30-13:40 DEVELOPMENT OF DIVIDED OWNERSHIP RIGHTS IN LATVIA R. Muskate, T.Tambovceva, Riga Technical University, Latvia 13:40-13:50 IMPROVING THE ASSESSMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL INDICATORS OF INVESTMENT PROJECTS BASED ON THE PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP T.N. Malakhova, K.P. Kolotyrin, V. Yakunin, Saratov State Agrarian University named after N.I. Vavilov 13:50-14:00 ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAMS IN RUSSIA Y.V. Gerasimenko, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Russia 14:00-14:10 CHALLENGES AND OPTIMIZATION STRATEGY FOR FEED ENERGY IN CIS COUNTRIES O. Saidmamatov, S.Salaev, B. Eshchanov, Urgench State University, Uzbekistan 14:10 – 14:30 Coffee Break 14:30-14:40 MANAGEMENT OF ENERGY EFFICIENT PROCESSES IN RESIDENTIAL AND PUBLIC BUILDINGS: LATVIAN CASE STUDY G. Actina, I. Geipele, N.Zeltiņš, Riga Technical University, Insitute of Physical Energetics, Riga Technical University, Latvia 14:40-14:50 IMPLEMENTATION OF ENERGY-SAVING INNOVATIONS AS THE MAIN DIRECTION OF DEVELOPMENT OF THE BUILDING MATERIALS INDUSTRY O.V. Kuzina, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Russia 14:50-15:00 THE PROBLEMATIC OF UNDERSTANDING THE USE OF LOCAL POTENTIAL IN DEVELOPMENT PROCESSES IN RURAL AREAS Ā. Ādlers, I.Geipele, Rīgas Tehniskā Universitāte, Latvija 15:00-15:10 LAND USE ANALYSIS IN LATVIA IN A CONTEXT OF THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT L. Kauškale, I. Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15:10-15:20 EUROPEAN STUDIES ON LAND VALUE CAPTURE OF "UNEARNED INCREMENTS" A.Auziņš, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15:20-15:30 FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HOUSING AVAILABILITY AND CREDITWORTHINESS OF HOUSEHOLDS IN BALTIC AND THE NORTHERN EU COUNTRIES J.Vanags, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15:30-15:40 FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS IN REAL ESTATE AND ITS REGULATION OPPORTUNITIES IN LATVIA H. Nasser, L. Kauškale, TARGET Construction S.A. (W.L.L.), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15:40-15:50 REAL ESTATE DUE DILIGENCE PROCESS IN INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS IN LATVIA J. Viesturs, A.Auziņš, Riga Technical University, Latvia 15:50-16:00 SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION INVESTMENT IN THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR: MODEL OF LATVIA I. Stāmure, I.Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 16:00-16:10 MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ELEMENTS FOR RESIDENTAL BUILDINGS AND FACTORS OF EFFECT I. Puķīte, I.Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 16:10-16:20 PĀRVALDNIEKA IZGLITĪBAS KOMPETENCES LĪMENIS - TEORIJA UN PRAKSE B. Pļaviņa, I.Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 16:20-16:30 PROBLEMS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN THE FIELD OF HOUSING IN RUSSIA S.A. Kirsanovs, E.N. Safonovs, Branch "Domodedovo" Russian State University for the Humanities, Krievija 16:30 – 16:50 Coffee Break 16:50-17:00 TERRITORIAL LOCATION IMPACT ON BUILDINGS RECOVERY VALUE N. Rauza, T.Tambovceva, Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte, Latvija 17:00-17:10 MANAGEMENT AND UTILITY PAYMENT PROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS" S. Gineviča, I. Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 17:10-17:20 RESTORATION PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS OF THE ENVIRONMENT DEGRADING CONSTRUCTIONS L. Strēlniece, K. Fedotova, Riga Technical University, Latvia 17:20-17:30 PROBLEMS IMPLEMENTING THE CONCEPT OF MULTIMODEL TRANSPORTATION IN LATVIA H. Ozoliņš, T. Tambovceva, I.Ozoliņa, Riga Technical University, Latvia 17:30-17:40 SIGNS OF DEGRADATION OF THE HOUSING FUND IN LATVIA A.Sideļska, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvija 17:40-17:50 THE IMPACT OF SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONES ON THE ECONOMIC SITUATION OF THE WIDER REGION I.Gulbis, S.Geipele, Riga Technical University, Latvia 17:50-18:00 THE CORRELATION BETWEEN CORROSION AND THE MARKET VALUE IN THE EVALUATION PROCESS OF SPECIAL CONSTRUCTIONS ASSETS – PIPELINE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS C. Gheorghe, Valahia University of Targoviste, Romania 18:00-18:10 MANAGEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL COSTS IN THE PROJECT: THE EXPERIENCE OF RUSSIA AND MONGOLIA N.Davaakhuu, E.Alnykina, I.Gengut, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Mongolia, Russia 18:10-18:20 THE DEVELOPMENT OF HOUSING SECTOR AND RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY MARKET AFTER ECONOMIC RECESSION IN LATVIA S. Geipele, A.Auziņš, Riga Technical University, Latvia