Sustainability

This book highlights the latest research developments in civil engineering and architectural materials, reflecting the innovative works presented at the 8th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering, and Technology (ICACE 2024) held on 12-13 December at Parkroyal Hotel Penang, Malaysia.

Nanotechnology has the potential to revolutionize the way we address environmental challenges.

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and engineering approaches necessary for developing secure and sustainable blockchain applications.

The study of the effects of ultrasound waves on a chemical reaction is known as sonochemistry.

This book seeks to explore the critical but very influential challenge of wastewater management from a global perspective and to specifics in SSA region where the subject is under researched.

This Springer Handbook assembles the existing knowledge concerning plastic materials and identifies obstacles and objectives of innovations and technologies that will bring human society closer to the goal of a fully circular economy of plastic materials.

Digital technology contributes to sustainability as it positively impacts society and environment, improves efficiency, and minimizes waste.

This book comprises selected papers presented at the 10th International Conference on Water Resource and Environment (WRE2024) which is held in Hong Kong, December 15-18, 2024.

This book marks a significant contribution to the development of queer disaster studies - exploring how disaster-related experiences and needs of sexual and gender diverse (LGBTIQA+) people manifest and differ across national, cultural, and regional boundaries from the Global North and South; from culturally diverse communities, drawing together researchers and professionals working in government, non-government agencies, emergency management, community, and humanitarian organisations.

This contributed volume explores the craft and science of modern textile design.

Despite its potential to unlock socio-economic benefits in rural and protected areas in a manner that addresses the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), rural and protected areas tourism is yet to be thoroughly examined by academics, scholars, practitioners, and policymakers.

This book offers a groundbreaking exploration of how FinTech, social innovation, and inclusive partnerships can drive sustainable development on a global scale.

In an era where environmental consciousness is rapidly becoming a priority, the luxury textile industry stands at a crucial crossroads.

This book explores how multi-criteria analysis (MCA) methodologies can enhance sustainable tourism management in protected areas, with Samaria National Park in Crete as a primary case study.

This edited volume invites readers to explore the convergence of tourism and digital marketing.

This book examines the socio-economic impacts on the indigenous populations and local communities who depend on the Amazon for their livelihood, culture, and heritage.

This book presents selected papers from the V International Scientific and Practical Conference “Ecosystems without Borders” held at Kaliningrad State Technical University, Kaliningrad, Russia, October 2–3, 2024.

Circular economy and sustainable value creation through eco-innovation are interconnected concepts that revolve around creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to economic growth and business development.

This book offers innovative scientific ideas and technical expertise for a sustainable solution in water resources and water pollution treatment.

This book gives comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals, methods and applications of GNSS-Reflectometry (GNSS-R), including GNSS-R history, GNSS reflection signal characteristics, ground-based GNSS multipath reflectometry, interference pattern technology, delay Doppler map, space-based GNSS-R theory, ocean altimetry, hydrological remote sensing, vegetation monitoring and cryosphere remote sensing, etc.

This book aims to explore and showcase global case studies focused on creating buildings and communities that promote health while enhancing climate resilience.

The 21st century marks a significant transition toward a circular bioeconomy, as society gradually moves away from fossil fuel dependence and explores the potential of renewable resources.

The book's objective is to develop mathematical structures that can be applied to real-life problems with sustainable goals.

This volume presents articles from the International Conference on Building Materials; ICBM2024 with the theme "e;Building Materials in the 21st Century"e;, held at Hanoi in Vietnam, from 31st  October to 03rd  November.

This book gathers revised and extended versions of the best papers presented at the Global Joint Conference on Industrial Engineering and Its Application Areas (GJCIE 2024), held in/from Antalya, Turkey, on August 7-9, 2024, as a hybrid event.

This book discusses disaster risks and hazards as well as measures to increase people's resilience.

This book brings together multidisciplinary contributions from various academic and professional backgrounds, addressing the challenges and opportunities of sustainable tourism.

This edited volume explores the world of clean energy, diving into technological innovations and advancements.

This book highlights the latest research developments in civil engineering and architectural materials, reflecting the innovative works presented at the 8th International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering, and Technology (ICACE 2024) held on 12-13 December at Parkroyal Hotel Penang, Malaysia.

Population growth in the coming decades will put severe pressure on human food, animal feed, and fiber production from both land and ocean ecosystems.

Plastic pollution is a serious global environmental and health concern caused by the excessive use of plastic products and poor management of plastic waste.

This book explores the evolving landscape of sustainable finance across various sectors and delves into critical topics ranging from the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria in investment decisions to the transformative potential of blockchain technology.

This book continues the discussion from the first five volumes on the challenges that organizations face in order to implement sustainability, ethics, and effective corporate governance, all of which are important elements of “standing out” from other companies.

Gathering the proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Civil, Architecture and Disaster Prevention and Control (CADPC), held in Johor Baru, Malaysia, on April 25-27, 2025, jointly with the 3rd International Conference on Durability of Building and Infrastructures for Smart City (DuraBI), this book covers topics related to disaster prevention and control, such as disaster preparedness, assembled rapid disaster relief, geological hazards, earthquake-resistant buildings, mudslides, flood control and risk reduction, rocky slope, disaster prediction, prevention and control, application of Big Data in disaster rescue, and post-disaster reconstruction technology.

This book gives comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals, methods and applications of GNSS-Reflectometry (GNSS-R), including GNSS-R history, GNSS reflection signal characteristics, ground-based GNSS multipath reflectometry, interference pattern technology, delay Doppler map, space-based GNSS-R theory, ocean altimetry, hydrological remote sensing, vegetation monitoring and cryosphere remote sensing, etc.

This book includes peer reviews articles from the First International Conference on Engineering Structures (ICES2024), held at Guangzhou, China, on 8-11 November 2024.

This book offers innovative scientific ideas and technical expertise for a sustainable solution in water resources and water pollution treatment.

This book explores the regulation of sustainable finance within the European Union, examining its background and development at a practical level.

This book incorporates real-world case studies and relevant data for a detailed reflection on impact investing and financial inclusion.

This book comprises the select proceedings of the 3rd Construction Management Workshop  (CMW 24), New Frontiers of Construction Management, held in Ravenna, Italy on November 7-8, 2024.

This book aims to provide innovative solutions to the various problems faced during the infrastructural development across the globe.

This book explores the critical role of technology in advancing the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

This book aims to provide innovative solutions to the various problems faced during the infrastructural development across the globe.

This book introduces a groundbreaking approach to urban design, addressing site-specific challenges arising from the impacts of climate change.

This book contains selected papers from the 2025 Greek Marketing Academy and the Global Alliance of Marketing and Management Associations Joint Symposium (GMA-GAMMA2025) held from  July 24 to 27, 2025, in Hong Kong, China.

Nanotechnology has the potential to revolutionize the way we address environmental challenges.

The relentless bombardment and blockade on Gaza have not only drastically restricted the inflow of essential food supplies but have also led to a catastrophic humanitarian crisis with unprecedented casualties.

This book illuminates the essential role of plant genetic resources (PGR) in tackling global challenges such as climate change, desertification, and salinization of agricultural land.

Energy use is not uniform throughout the day and year.