Article
Environmental Sciences
Cristina Roman, Angel Borja, Maria C. Uyarra, Sarai Pouso
Summary: The study suggests that surfing activity has impacts not only on the direct participants but also on various aspects such as the environment, socio-cultural, and economic dimensions, involving multiple stakeholders. Most of the research evidence is focused on the individuals engaging in surfing and its social implications.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Business
Gagan Deep Sharma, Mahesh Verma, Babak Taheri, Ritika Chopra, Jaya Singh Parihar
Summary: Hydrogen is considered as the most viable fuel for promoting a green environment. Countries worldwide have dedicated research, investment, and policy frameworks for hydrogen. By analyzing 610 peer-reviewed journal articles from the last 50 years, this study provides quantitative and unbiased insights into the hydrogen economy. It is believed that by 2030, hydrogen will complement other renewable energy sources in the energy revolution. This comprehensive review examines the socio-economic consequences of hydrogen energy literature and identifies key research areas and emerging patterns.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Justinas Jasiunas, Peter D. Lund, Jani Mikkola, Liinu Koskela
Summary: This paper introduces an integrated framework that simulates power system failures and includes social and economic values, focusing on the effects of uncontrolled and controlled power outages in Finland during windy winter weeks. The analysis demonstrates how controlled optimization can reduce societal costs of outages by redistributing power shortages to regions with lower costs and other factors.
Article
Water Resources
Sabyasachi Swain, Surendra Kumar Mishra, Ashish Pandey, Praveen Kalura
Summary: This study assesses the overall drought vulnerability over the Narmada River Basin in India by incorporating hydroclimatic, socio-economic, and physiographic information. The results show that a majority of the area is highly to extremely vulnerable to droughts, highlighting the need for immediate attention and resilience-building measures. The proposed multi-dimensional approach can help policymakers proactively plan and manage water resources to mitigate the impacts of droughts.
APPLIED WATER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Chochagai Mongush, Valerii Sitnikov, Syrga Mombay-Ool, Svetlana Kedich, Olga Mongush, Saylana Khomushku
Summary: The purpose of this study was to examine the psychological well-being of individuals close to retirement and its relationship with socio-economic indicators. The results showed differences in psychological well-being among respondents from three regions, and indicated a correlation between psychological well-being and levels of wages and pensions. The findings can be used by regional governments to inform strategies for socio-economic development and by researchers and officials to further explore the relationship between psychological well-being and socio-economic indicators.
CURRENT PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Kathleen M. Stone, Robert M. Gailey, Jay R. Lund
Summary: The study evaluated equitable and effective pumping allocations for drought in the context of intensive groundwater use during the 2012-2016 drought in Tulare County, California. It found that adding a fee for additional drought groundwater pumping may be a more impactful and balanced management policy approach for conflicting user groups with differing interests. This approach could help reduce domestic well impacts from drought and balance agricultural impacts with the need for additional drought pumping.
HYDROGEOLOGY JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Anas Al-Dailami, Imran Ahmad, Hesam Kamyab, Norhayati Abdullah, Iwamoto Koji, Veeramuthu Ashokkumar, Bilkis Zabara
Summary: Rapid population growth, urbanization, and economic progress have contributed to an increase in resource consumption and waste generation. However, Yemen faces challenges in solid waste management, leading to environmental and health issues associated with landfills. Sustainable solid waste management plays a crucial role in resource and environmental protection.
BIOMASS CONVERSION AND BIOREFINERY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ryusei Hashimoto, Shinobu Kazama, Takashi Hashimoto, Kumiko Oguma, Satoshi Takizawa
Summary: This study aimed to establish planning methods for conjunctive use of urban water resources in Yangon City, Myanmar. Through methods like vibration loggers and water mass balance, it was found that the actual groundwater consumption in Yangon City is much higher than the planned data, posing a risk of land subsidence. The study suggests immediate regulation of industrial water to minimize the risk of land subsidence.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Samer Ali Al-shami, Abdullah Al Mamun, Nurulizwa Rashid, Mohammed Al-shami
Summary: The research found that microcredit has a positive impact on women empowerment in Yemen by increasing household incomes and asset values, but does not influence women's decision-making and mobility in patriarchal societies.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mohamed Abdelfattah, Heba Abdel-Aziz Abu-Bakr, Ahmed Gaber, Mohamed H. Geriesh, Ashraf Y. Elnaggar, Nihal El Nahhas, Taher Mohammed Hassan
Summary: In this study, groundwater flow and seawater intrusion in the coastal aquifer were simulated for 50 years using Visual MODFLOW and SEAWAT codes to predict drawdown and salinity distribution. Different well scenarios were evaluated to minimize seawater intrusion and preserve groundwater resources.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Huanhuan Qin
Summary: Groundwater is a crucial natural resource for the safety and sustainable development of Beijing's economy. Over-extraction has led to serious eco-environmental problems, and studying different extraction schemes can help identify the most reasonable way to reduce groundwater exploitation and improve management.
ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Business, Finance
F. L. Carton, H. Xiong, J. B. McCarthy
Summary: This paper analyzes qualitative and quantitative data from social housing tenants in Ireland to explore the subjective experience of financial well-being and its correlation with behavior and context. The study finds that residents, despite budget constraints, exhibit self-discipline and save money for unexpected expenses, rather than relying on credit. The research also suggests that financial services should be designed to consider the actual needs of citizens and promote resilience through savings.
JOURNAL OF BEHAVIORAL AND EXPERIMENTAL FINANCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fatemeh Majidipour, Seyyed Mohammad Bagher Najafi, Kamal Taheri, Jamal Fathollahi, Thomas M. Missimer
Summary: The groundwater sustainability of an alluvial aquifer in western Iran was examined using eight different social, economic, and environmental indicators. The majority of the area was found to be in the unsustainable category, highlighting the importance of these indicators for future water resource management decisions.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
M. Gropius, M. Dahabiyeh, M. Al Hyari, F. Bruckner, F. Lindenmaier, S. Vassolo
Summary: Jordan is facing water scarcity, especially in terms of groundwater. To address this issue, a groundwater flow model has been developed to assess and manage groundwater resources, and provide decision support by simulating the potential impacts of different management strategies.
HYDROGEOLOGY JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
James P. R. Sorensen, Jeff Davies, Girma Y. Ebrahim, John Lindle, Ben P. Marchant, Matthew J. Ascott, John P. Bloomfield, Mark O. Cuthbert, Martin Holland, K. H. Jensen, M. Shamsudduha, Karen G. Villholth, Alan M. MacDonald, Richard G. Taylor
Summary: This study analyzed 21 hydrographs from semi-arid South Africa, categorizing them into four types through hierarchical cluster analysis. It found that the autocorrelation of different hydrograph types changes over increasing timescales, with increasingly subdued responses to rainfall. Type C1 strongly relates to rainfall, while C4 notably responds to only a single extreme event in 2000 and has limited relationship with rainfall.
HYDROGEOLOGY JOURNAL
(2021)