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Implementing transit oriented development in Greater London [PDF]
, 2019 This book provides new dimensions and a contemporary focus on sustainable transport, urban regeneration and development in eight countries spanning four continents at different stages of development.
Papa, E., Papa, E.
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Sustainability, 2020 Many of the sustainable urban development issues, such as human heath, energy consumption, carbon emission, are related to the climate of cities. As a result, research insights gained in urban climate study can be applied to improve urban sustainability.
Jiao Xue +4 more
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Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.A food‐grade cooling composite made from starch and recycled eggshell powder offers a scalable, ultra‐low‐cost solution for passive daytime radiative cooling. Easily prepared using basic kitchen tools, this material empowers communities, even in areas with limited infrastructure, to stay cooler during worsening summer heat waves.
Qimeng Song +3 more
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People and NatureThe COVID‐19 outbreak triggered a combined health, social and economic crisis, imposing multiple restrictions that altered the use and perception of public green and blue spaces (PGBS).
Amalia Calderón‐Argelich +6 more
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Investigating Biomass and Water Productivity in the United Arab Emirates: A Case Study of Al Ain Oases [PDF]
ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information SciencesThis study examines the productivity, water dynamics, and environmental factors of oasis ecosystems in Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates. It analyzes Total Biomass Production (TBP), Evapotranspiration (ET), and Net Primary Production (NPP) across ...
K. Alhebsi +4 more
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Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 2023 Coastal areas are highly vulnerable to climate-change hazards (e.g., sea-level rise, flooding, coastal erosion), which can lead to significant impacts at the ecosystem and societal level. Interest in ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) is gaining importance
Mar Riera-Spiegelhalder +6 more
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Upcycling of Disposable Face Masks into Water‐Resistant and Flame Retardant Foams
Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.Disposable mask waste is upcycled into lightweight polypropylene‐based foams with tunable porosity and composite architectures reinforced by ear‐loop fibers. The sustainable solvent‐based process enables upcycling rates of 91% and solvent recovery of >90%.
Jingjing Pan +3 more
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Encouraging Factors of Walkability Among Students in the Tropical Campus [PDF]
BIO Web of ConferencesRecent studies on campus walkability have focused on understanding the factors that contribute to walkability and the impact it has on student life, health, and overall campus sustainability.
Ramlee Noorliyana +7 more
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Environment 2.0: Through Cracks in the Pavement - Leonardo Call For Papers [PDF]
, 2008 Call for papers for the Leonardo journal. A new relationship is emerging as computing migrates into the environment. Leonardo is soliciting texts that document the works of artists, researchers, and scholars involved in the exploration of sustainability ...
Hemment, Drew
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Advances and challenges in assessing urban sustainability: an advanced bibliometric review
, 2020 With nearly 70% of the world population expected to live in cities by 2050, assessing the sustainability of urban systems, both existing and future ones, is becoming increasingly relevant.
A. Marvuglia +5 more
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