Article
Development Studies
Aurelien K. Yeyouomo, Simplice A. Asongu
Summary: This study empirically examines the effect of sustainable urbanization on vulnerability to climate change in 52 African countries from 1996 to 2019. Using the two-stage system generalized method of moments (GMM) and mediation analysis, the study assesses direct and indirect impacts. The results show that sustainable urbanization reduces vulnerability to climate change directly and indirectly through digitalization and institutional quality. These robust results have important policy implications for improving sustainable urbanization and reducing vulnerability to climate change in Africa.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
A. C. Smith, T. Tasnim, H. Md. Irfanullah, B. Turner, A. Chausson, N. Seddon
Summary: Many low-income countries are vulnerable to natural disasters and climate change impacts, leading them to seek nature-based solutions to support sustainable development goals. Our systematic review found that these solutions can effectively reduce the impact of natural disasters, adapt to climate change, and support local economies, but also entail trade-offs with local needs.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Abolfazl Hanifehlou, Seyed Abbas Hosseini, Saman Javadi, Ahmad Sharafati
Summary: Population growth and increasing demand for water pose a challenge to access to safe water resources, especially considering the complexity added by climate change and land use. This study aimed to investigate methods of managing, protecting, and sustainably using groundwater resources under changing climate and land use conditions. The results showed that effective management scenarios can protect aquifer reserves and ensure sustainable exploitation of groundwater resources.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Halvor Dannevig, Mari Hanssen Korsbrekke, Grete K. Hovelsrud
Summary: This review article investigates the application of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in climate change adaptation and examines the methods and effects of co-production of knowledge. The results show little evidence that the SDG agenda contributes to a shift towards more interventionist approaches. Additionally, the exclusion of social SDGs (SDG 5 and 10) in the discussions of adaptation and co-production is identified as a missed opportunity. Most importantly, participatory efforts in localizing SDG goals and resolving tradeoffs and benefits have great potential in facilitating long-enduring empowerment and legitimacy in adaptation efforts.
CLIMATE RISK MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Juan Albaladejo, Elvira Diaz-Pereira, Joris de Vente
Summary: This paper introduces the concept of Eco-Holistic-Soil Conservation (EHSC), presents a framework for its implementation, and provides practical examples and recommendations. EHSC emphasizes viewing soil as living systems, taking a holistic ecosystem approach, recognizing the central role of soil conservation in climate change mitigation and adaptation, and promoting ethical behavior in soil use.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Luca Coscieme, Lars F. Mortensen, Ian Donohue
Summary: Ensuring policy coherence across environmental, social, and economic goals is a key challenge for sustainable development. The United Nations SDGs provide a framework to track progress, but the environmental goals are the most complex and least coherent. Improving data availability and prioritizing coherence within and among biodiversity and climate SDGs are highlighted as critical areas for achieving policy coherence in sustainable development.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Quan V. Dau, Andrea Momblanch, Adebayo J. Adeloye
Summary: Climate change in the Indian Himalayan region is causing loss of glaciers and altered rainfall patterns, while rapid population growth and economic development are increasing sectoral water demands. Increased runoff during premonsoon and monsoon seasons is observed due to glaciers melting and more rainfall, with varying irrigation water demand changes in different regions.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGIC ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
S. Ceola, J. Mard, G. Di Baldassarre
Summary: Droughts influence human settlement patterns, causing people to move closer to water bodies or urban areas. This tendency may increase flood risk and lead to overcrowding in cities.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bahati Ally Magesa, Geetha Mohan, Indrek Melts, Hirotaka Matsuda, Jian Pu, Kensuke Fukushi
Summary: This study investigated potential adaptation measures for farmers in the Mwanga and Same Districts of Tanzania and assessed their impact on sustainable development goal indicators. The findings revealed that some adaptation strategies had strong negative interactions with achieving certain SDGs, while other strategies had strong positive interactions. Integration of different strategies is necessary to achieve the desired goals.
Article
Urban Studies
Duran Fiack, Jeremy Cumberbatch, Michael Sutherland, Nadine Zerphey
Summary: Climate adaptation plans play a crucial role in urban planning, with social equity concerns being more prominent in local climate adaptation discussions compared to issues related to environmental quality and economic development.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jorge Perez-Martinez, Felix Hernandez-Gil, Guillermo San Miguel, Diego Ruiz, Maria Teresa Arredondo
Summary: Sustainability is a complex concept with multiple interacting factors. The study found strong correlations between digitalization, sustainability, and economic growth at the composite index level. However, there were negative associations between digitalization and certain sustainability goals and indicators at lower levels, particularly in the areas of environmental protection. These trade-offs need to be managed to ensure harmonious and integral progress towards effective sustainability.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zihan Xu, Jian Peng, Sijing Qiu, Yanxu Liu, Jianquan Dong, Hanbing Zhang
Summary: Urbanization has influenced the relationship between ecosystem services and sustainable development goals, with different urbanization factors playing different roles in different periods.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Victoria Stanford, Stefi Barna, Dhruv Gupta, Frances Mortimer
Summary: Amid increasing concerns about climate change and the recognition of its impact on health, the healthcare community is increasingly motivated to reduce the environmental footprint of healthcare. Global healthcare sector is the 5th largest carbon emitter. However, limited healthcare workers have the knowledge and skills to create new care models for sustainability. By integrating triple bottom line measures into quality improvement practices, clinicians can protect planetary health and transform the healthcare system. Embedding sustainability principles into established quality improvement education and practice is crucial for the necessary transformation.
LANCET PLANETARY HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Water Resources
Tejal S. Shirsat, Anil Kulkarni, Andrea Momblanch, S. S. Randhawa, Ian P. Holman
Summary: The study focuses on assessing future glacio-hydrological changes in a small basin in the Western Himalaya and their impacts on two Small Hydropower Projects with different hydrological requirements. The study shows that the sensitivity of hydropower plants to future climate strongly depends on their design, providing important insights for climate-adaptive designs and planning of future hydropower projects in the Himalaya region.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY-REGIONAL STUDIES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Samuel Asumadu Sarkodie
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive assessment of energy sustainability across 217 countries and territories, highlighting the challenges faced by low-income countries in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The research reveals that sustained economic growth and reduced income inequality can improve energy sustainability in developing economies. Additionally, climate-prone regions that heavily rely on water resources for power generation should prioritize sustainable climate policies to minimize trade-offs between energy resources and environmental threats.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rajarshi Dasgupta, Shalini Dhyani, Mrittika Basu, Rakesh Kadaverugu, Shizuka Hashimoto, Pankaj Kumar, Brian Alan Johnson, Yasuo Takahashi, Bijon K. Mitra, Ram Avtar, Priyanka Mitra
Summary: This study explores the Indigenous and Local Knowledge and Practices (ILKPs) associated with shifting cultivation in Zunheboto district of Nagaland, India. It finds that upholding ILKPs has the potential to contribute to the achievement of several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), but there are differences in ILKPs between different age groups of farmers.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Anirban Akhand, Abhra Chanda, Yusuf Jameel, Rajarshi Dasgupta
Summary: This study collated data on the Indian blue carbon repository and found substantial carbon stock in the blue carbon ecosystems of India. However, there are contradictions in estimates for salt marshes, while the spatial extent of mangroves and seagrasses is relatively well-documented. The study also highlighted the economic benefits of green payments and the social cost associated with carbon sequestration.
SUSTAINABILITY SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shalini Dhyani, Jayshree Shukla, Rakesh Kadaverugu, Rajarshi Dasgupta, Muktipada Panda, Sudip Kumar Kundu, Harini Santhanam, Paras R. Pujari, Pankaj Kumar, Shizuka Hashimoto
Summary: Recently, there has been a focus on environmental stewardship of mangroves due to their ability to protect coastal regions, sequester carbon dioxide, and provide various ecosystem services. A participatory stakeholder assessment was conducted to assess drivers of mangrove loss in Odisha, India, using a mixed-method approach. The study found that increased frequency of extreme climatic events, aquaculture, and land-use changes were potential drivers of mangrove loss. Developing future scenarios that incorporate the concerns of all stakeholders and implementing interactive governance and incentivization approaches were suggested as potential solutions for conservation and restoration in the region.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Abhiroop Chowdhury, Aliya Naz, Rajarshi Dasgupta, Subodh Kumar Maiti
Summary: Sundarban, the world's largest mangrove forest, is threatened by human interventions. Plantation with iteroparous mangrove species has been shown to improve ecosystem function and services at degraded mudflats dominated by semelparous grass. This study provides valuable insights for achieving Climate Action, one of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Article
Environmental Studies
Nityaranjan Nath, Dhrubajyoti Sahariah, Gowhar Meraj, Jatan Debnath, Pankaj Kumar, Durlov Lahon, Kesar Chand, Majid Farooq, Pankaj Chandan, Suraj Kumar Singh, Shruti Kanga
Summary: The study analyzed the land use and land cover change in the Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone using remote sensing data and CA-Markov models. It found that waterbodies, grassland, and agricultural land decreased, while sand or dry river beds, forest, and built-up areas increased. The study highlights the importance of managing these changes for the long-term conservation of the Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone.
Article
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Kim Lavane, Pankaj Kumar, Gowhar Meraj, Tran Gia Han, Luong Hong Boi Ngan, Bui Thi Bich Lien, Tran Van Ty, Nguyen Truong Thanh, Nigel K. Downes, Nguyen Dinh Giang Nam, Huynh Vuong Thu Minh, Suraj Kumar Singh, Shruti Kanga
Summary: Compared to other natural disasters, droughts have a gradual development and longer duration. The World Meteorological Organization suggests using the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) for early drought identification and understanding its characteristics in different geographical areas. This study analyzes long-term rainfall data from 14 rain gauge stations in the Vietnamese Mekong Delta (1979-2020) to examine its correlation with rice yield changes. The results show that in the winter-spring rice cropping seasons of 2016 and 2017, there was a decline in yields, which corresponds to high humidity levels. Excessive rainfall during these years may have caused waterlogging, negatively impacting yields. The findings emphasize that not only drought, but also humidity can have detrimental effects on rice yield.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Nguyen Hong Duc, Pankaj Kumar, Pham Phuong Lan, Tonni Agustiono Kurniawan, Khaled Mohamed Khedher, Ali Kharrazi, Osamu Saito, Ram Avtar
Summary: This study assesses the spatiotemporal variation in surface water quality through statistical analysis, providing scientific information for sustainable water resource management and achieving the city's sustainable development goals.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saurabh Singh, Gowhar Meraj, Pankaj Kumar, Suraj Kumar Singh, Shruti Kanga, Brian Alan Johnson, Deepak Kumar Prajapat, Jatan Debnath, Dhrubajyoti Sahariah
Summary: Illegal sand mining has caused significant harm to riverbanks, resulting in erosion and negatively impacting river shorelines. A study was conducted along the Chambal River to identify instances of shoreline erosion and accretion at illegal sand mining sites. The investigation revealed that erosion was observed at all illegal mining sites, while the highest accretion was found at a specific site.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Durlov Lahon, Dhrubajyoti Sahariah, Jatan Debnath, Nityaranjan Nath, Gowhar Meraj, Pankaj Kumar, Shizuka Hashimoto, Majid Farooq
Summary: The alteration of land use and land cover caused by human activities has had a notable impact on ecosystem services at regional and global levels. In this study, we estimated and showed the spatio-temporal variation of ecosystem service values in a small freshwater wetland in India from 1990 to 2040. The results indicated an increase in built-up areas and agricultural land, as well as a decrease in open water and vegetation cover, leading to an ecological imbalance in the study site. Protecting the natural ecosystem should be prioritized in future land-use planning.
ISPRS INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GEO-INFORMATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tasi-Jung Jiang, Pankaj Kumar, Herlin Chien, Osamu Saito
Summary: This paper investigates water resource management in Pinglin District, Taiwan through key informant interviews and hydrological modeling. The study reveals challenges of water scarcity and deterioration in water quality in the region. The results suggest that the PES scheme can play a positive role in integrated water resource management.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Susanta Mahato, Gita Mandal, Barnali Kundu, Sonali Kundu, P. K. Joshi, Pankaj Kumar
Summary: This study utilizes geospatial techniques and the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process to create a drought vulnerability map for northwestern Odisha, India. The map classifies regions into five vulnerability levels, with approximately 33% of the area being classified as having high drought vulnerability. Validation using statistical metrics demonstrates the effectiveness of this approach in assessing drought vulnerability.
Article
Biology
Abhiroop Chowdhury, Aliya Naz, Seema B. B. Sharma, Rajarshi Dasgupta
Summary: This study investigates the impact of cyclone surges on soil parameters, mangrove biodiversity, and zonation in the Indian Sundarbans between 2017 and 2021. The findings show increasing trends in tidal water salinity during both pre-monsoon and post-monsoon seasons. The study also reveals a significant reduction in the soil organic blue carbon pool and local extinction of salinity-sensitive mangroves due to increased soil salinity.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Juan Xiao, Ashwani Kumar Aggarwal, Uday Kiran Rage, Vaibhav Katiyar, Ram Avtar
Summary: This study proposes a novel end-to-end deep learning-based STF model called UAV-Net, which can generate centimeter-scale UAV images. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of UAV-Net in producing high-quality UAV images both visually and quantitatively. Compared to existing STF models, UAV-Net satisfies the demand for precise crop monitoring.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ravi Kumar, Manish Kumar, Akash Tiwari, Syed Irtiza Majid, Sourav Bhadwal, Netrananda Sahu, Ram Avtar
Summary: This study assesses the susceptibility to riverine flooding in India and creates a susceptibility map using multicriteria decision making and geographic information system. The study identifies proximity to rivers, drainage density, and mean annual rainfall as the key factors contributing to riverine floods in India. The highest susceptibility zones are found in the Brahmaputra, Ganga, and Indus River basins, posing a potential risk to India's food security. The research findings provide valuable information for policymakers and urban planners to reduce flood risks effectively.