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Collaborative Control of Reactive Power and Voltage in a Coupled System Considering the Available…
1. IntroductionRenewable energy is an essential component of the energy supply system, and the development of renewable energy has become a core component of many countries in promoting energy transformation and a meaningful way to…
Designing Environmentally Sustainable Furniture Products: Furniture-Specific Life Cycle Design…
Sustainability, Vol. 16, Pages 2628: Designing Environmentally Sustainable Furniture Products: Furniture-Specific Life Cycle Design Guidelines and a Toolkit to Promote Environmental Performance
Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su16072628…
Insights into the Roles of Surface Functional Groups and Micropores in the Sorption of Ofloxacin on…
3.2.1. Sorption KineticsThe sorption kinetics of OFL on BS biochars before and after de-ashing treatment were investigated at the initial concentration of 50 mg L−1. As shown in Figure 6, the sorption of OFL on all investigated biochars…
Simulation-Based Learning and Argumentation to Promote Informed Design Decision-Making Processes…
Sustainability, Vol. 16, Pages 2633: Simulation-Based Learning and Argumentation to Promote Informed Design Decision-Making Processes within a First-Year Engineering Technology Course
Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su16072633
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Optimisation of Process Parameters to Maximise the Oil Yield from Pyrolysis of Mixed Waste Plastics
1. IntroductionTechnological advancements and improved living standards are driving higher demand for petroleum-based fuels. Power generation, automobiles, agriculture, industries, and domestic useable machinery rely on petroleum fuels.…
The Short-Term Responses of Forest Soil Invertebrate Communities to Typhoon Disturbances
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Submission received: 8 November 2023
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Revised: 26 January 2024
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Accepted: 21 March 2024
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Published: 22 March 2024
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Introducing the Comprehensive Value Function for Sustainability Full-Spectrum Assessment
1. IntroductionIn modern decision-making, the integration of sustainability has become paramount, acknowledging the profound and long-lasting impacts of human activities on the environment, society, and economies . However, its…
EPA Region 7 Partners with Jennings, Missouri, to Redevelop West Florissant Business Corridor | US…
Jennings is one of 10 cities to receive technical assistance through the Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities Program
March 22, 2024…
Properties of Hybrid Plywood Produced by Utilisation of Peeler Cores
1. IntroductionThe increasing global demand for wood and wood-based products by the furniture and construction industries leads to a significant consumption of wood raw materials. The use of fast-growing tree species and the efficient…
Barriers to Accessing and Engaging in HIV Preventive Care and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Experienced…
Advocacy (trans rights, services, community engagement, etc.)Definition/Context: Reported taking on the cause or seeking to defend the Trans community.EmpowermentDefinition/Context: Processes of becoming stronger and more confident,…
Concrete CFRP-Reinforced Beam Performances, Tests and Simulations
3.1. Experimental ResultsThe characteristic force–displacement diagram for the tested beams is presented in Figure 6.The following aspects result from studying and comparing the specific characteristic force–displacement diagrams…
FPGA-Based VFF-RLS Algorithm for Battery Insulation Detection in Electric Vehicles
1. IntroductionAs a result of the growing number of environmental issues on a worldwide scale and the ongoing energy crisis, electric mobility has become increasingly significant and prevalent in recent times. In an effort to develop…
Soy-based Formula Infants, Bone Strength Genetics, Infant Epilepsy, Intravenous Arginine, Concussion…
Along with the first day of spring (though the weather here doesn’t look quite like it just yet), the month of March marks National Nutrition Month — a great time to learn about how research is informing the impact of a healthy diet and…
EPA partners with 10 communities to foster equitable development strategies to reach environmental…
March 22, 2024
WASHINGTON – Today, March 22, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that ten communities will receive technical assistance…
A Study of the Influence of the Type of Land Use on the Enzymatic Activity of Soils in Southwestern…
1. IntroductionLand-use changes such as modification in land cover and land-use intensity have dramatically disrupted the soil carbon (C), nitrogen (N), and phosphorus (P) cycles and enzyme activities . Croplands are typically subjected…
Emotional and Behavioural Factors Predisposing to Internet Addiction: The Smartphone Distraction…
6. DiscussionThe study had two main objectives: initially, to verify within an adolescents sample the structure of the SDS (Smartphone Distraction Scale) , a questionnaire designed to assess the cognitive-emotional processes involved in…
Integrated Path Following and Lateral Stability Control of Distributed Drive Autonomous Unmanned…
1. IntroductionThe autonomous unmanned vehicle (AUV) plays an essential role in an intelligent traffic system (ITS). It can liberate the driver’s control of the steering wheel and improve the safety and fluidity of the traffic system .…
Evidence for the Use of Karst Tiankengs as Shelters: The Effect of Karst Tiankengs on Genetic…
1. IntroductionChina has the most extensive distribution of karst terrain globally, covering an area of 344 km2. The unique development process of karst landforms has resulted in the formation of distinctive landscapes, including peak…
Effect of Environmental and Socioeconomic Factors on Increased Early Childhood Blood Lead Levels: A…
1. IntroductionChildhood lead poisoning is a critical public health issue as the neurotoxic effects of lead exposure pose a significant risk to the developing brains and bodies of children . Blood lead levels (BLLs) in children can…
A Comparison of the Co-Treatment of Urban Wastewater and Acidic Water Using a Ternary Emergy Diagram
1. IntroductionAs populations grow, water resources become more limited, resulting in greater ecological impacts on local ecosystems. Therefore, it is important to adopt a comprehensive understanding of contaminated water treatment…
A Versatile Control Method for Multi-Agricultural Machine Cooperative Steering Applicable to Two…
1. IntroductionWith the intensification, scaling, and industrialization of agriculture in China, as well as the rising demands for efficiency and the increasing complexity of tasks in agricultural operations, traditional automatic…
Predicting Wood Density Using Resistance Drilling: The Effect of Varying Feed Speed and RPM
1. IntroductionDrilling resistance is a semi- non-destructive method that has been used for mechanical characterization of natural stone, concrete, and wood .For inspecting wood, timber structures, trees, and tree rings, there are two…
Assessing Regional Weather’s Impact on Spinal Cord Injury Survivors, Caregivers, and General Public…
Participants were asked to rank their preferred method of transportation and how frequently their commute to and from healthcare appointments was interrupted by EWE. Results are provided in Figure 1A and B, respectively. Across all…
A Bi-Objective Home Health Care Routing and Scheduling Problem under Uncertainty
1. IntroductionThe Home Health Care (HHC) industry has been fast-growing worldwide in recent years with the development of information technology and transportation systems. HHC companies provide services at patients’ homes, ranging…
Key Indicator Development for Marine Litter Management in Tunisian Coastal Area
3.2.1. Waste Generated from Land-Based ActivitiesPopulation, a driving force, is an indicator of land-based anthropogenic sources of plastic waste generated by household consumption and coastal and beach visitation. According to the…
Accessibility and Perceived Impact of a Group Psychosocial Intervention for Women in Ecuador: A…
1. IntroductionWithin Latin America and the Caribbean, political instability, violence, poverty, and climate-related emergencies have contributed to increasing regional migration in recent decades . As of November 2023, over 7.7 million…
Accessibility and Perceived Impact of a Group Psychosocial Intervention for Women in Ecuador: A…
1. IntroductionWithin Latin America and the Caribbean, political instability, violence, poverty, and climate-related emergencies have contributed to increasing regional migration in recent decades . As of November 2023, over 7.7 million…
Press Release | Water crises threaten world peace (report) – United Nations Sustainable…
Paris, 22 March 2024 – The United Nations World Water Development Report 2024, published by UNESCO on behalf of UN-Water, highlights that tensions over water are exacerbating conflicts worldwide. To preserve peace, States must boost…
An Exploratory Analysis of the Current Status and Potential of Service-Oriented and Data-Driven…
1. IntroductionFor a long time, businesses in traditional industries concentrated on their products’ technological superiority and/or physical goods . This is closely related to product sales and the accompanying transfer of ownership…
Correction: Sundermann, A.; Fischer, D. How Does Sustainability Become Professionally Relevant?…
The authors would like to make the following corrections about the published paper . The changes are as follows:(1)Replacing the “All 14 different major subjects offered at the university were represented (n = 1294)” in the Section 3.3…
Performance Study of Sustainable Concrete Containing Recycled Aggregates from Non-Selected…
1. IntroductionConstruction and demolition wastes (C&DW) currently pose significant global challenges, with approximately 10–30% of total waste being disposed of in landfill sites . One of the most prevalent methods of C&DW…
Unveiling Understandings of the Rio Declaration’s Sustainability Principles: A Case of Alternative…
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Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Bournemouth University, Fern Barrow, Poole BH12 5BB, UK…
Impact of Consumer Subsidy Considering Subsidy Threshold on New Energy Vehicle Firms and…
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World Meteorological Day
2017 - Understanding Clouds
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The clean energy transition is happening. But Big Oil isn’t budging.
The fossil fuel industry is no longer feeling the need to pretend it cares about meeting its climate commitments.
Take, for example, ExxonMobil’s 2022 commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. A bold declaration, no…
World News in Brief: Global trade rebound forecast, e-waste mountain grows, 7,000 preventable TB…
Last year saw a three per cent contraction, equalling roughly $1 trillion, compared to the record high of $32 trillion in 2022.Despite this decline, the services sector showed resilience with a $500 billion (eight per cent) increase from…
EPA Orders City of Los Angeles to Implement Improvements to Hyperion Wastewater Treatment Plant | US…
Largest Western U.S. Plant spilled 12.5 million gallons of untreated sewage in July 2021.
March 21, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency…
EPA finds lead-based paint at Putnam, Conn. apartment complex may present imminent and substantial…
Agency takes action against property owner to address lead-based paint hazards and protect children and families
March 21, 2024
BOSTON (March 21, 2024) – On March…
Antecedents of Electricity-Saving Behavior in Mountain Road Tunnel-Construction Sites: A Multi-Level…
Sustainability, Vol. 16, Pages 2593: Antecedents of Electricity-Saving Behavior in Mountain Road Tunnel-Construction Sites: A Multi-Level Modeling Analysis
Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su16062593
Authors:
Guanfeng Yan
Binwen Liu…
A New Strategy for Planning Urban Park Green Spaces by Considering Their Spatial Accessibility and…
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Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing…
Evaluating Rainwater Harvesting Systems for Water Scarcity Mitigation in Small Greek Islands under…
2.1. Study Areas and DatasetsThe analysis utilizes data from two small islands in the Eastern Aegean Sea, namely Fourni and Nisyros (Figure 1), selected as case studies to assess the reliability of rainwater harvesting systems. Fourni,…
Decrease in Inorganic Nitrogen and Net Nitrogen Transformation Rates with Biochar Application in a…
4.1. Net N Transformation RatesThe net mineralization rate in the mineral soil layer (A layer) was reduced to 46.8–65.7% of the control by biochar application in this study (Figure 1), which contrasted with the findings of certain…
The Impact of Green Innovation on Corporate Performance: An Analysis Based on Substantive and…
1. IntroductionEnvironmental crises such as degradation and resource scarcity have become increasingly severe in recent years, making pollution control and sustainable resource use critical global challenges. The introduction of…
Global Membrane Bioreactors Market Size is expected to reach USD 7.72 billion by 2031, growing at a…
New York, United States, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A membrane bioreactor is an innovative wastewater treatment system that combines membrane separation and biological wastewater treatment. It combines a biological treatment…
Utilization of Inedible Parts of Aralia cordata with High-Content Chlorogenic Acid Cultivated in…
1. IntroductionAralia cordata belongs to the Araliaceae family and is an herbaceous perennial plant distributed in Japan, Korea, and China. In Japan, A. cordata is called “Udo” and has been consumed for a long time. The juice of the…
Evaluation of the Benefits Generated by Sustainability 4.0: A Study of the Perception of Banking…
2.1. Banking Customers in Era 4.0Information technology plays an essential role in society, causing transformations in different aspects of life. In the financial segment, for example, the adoption of electronic payment methods is a…
Analysis of the Mechanical Degradability of Biodegradable Polymer-Based Bags in Different…
1. IntroductionToday, plastic in general is an irreplaceable and ubiquitous polymer material that is widely and importantly used in the production of packaging, transportation, construction, medicine, etc. Its advantages are that it is…
Harmonizing the Development of Local Socioeconomic Scenarios: A Participatory Downscaling Approach…
1. IntroductionScenario analysis is an integral tool in climate change research for exploring uncertainties in the assessment of potential future socioeconomic and physical impacts of climate change-related hazards such as heat stress,…
Evolution of Primary Research Studies in Digital Interventions for Mental Well-Being Promotion from…
The objective of this study was to examine the international contours of primary studies reporting on digital interventions for mental well-being promotion as indexed in the WoS. Bibliometric data were collated from the WoS for studies…
Utilising Digital Twins to Bolster the Sustainability of Logistics Processes in Industry 4.0
1. IntroductionDigitisation and integration of intelligent technologies into production processes are indispensable for sustainability in an ever-evolving industrial environment. Sustaining economic growth must be addressed from a…