Track Categories
The track category is the heading under which your abstract will be reviewed and later published in the conference printed matters if accepted. During the submission process, you will be asked to select one track category for your abstract.
Sustainable urban infrastructure expands on the concept of urban infrastructure by adding the sustainability element with the expectation of improved and more resilient urban development. In the construction and physical and organizational structures that enable cities to function, sustainability also aims to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the capabilities of the future generation.
As population grows the urbanization of society is inevitable. Urbanization leads to an increased impact on the environment; the 'ecological footprint' of cities is spreading.
The impact of growth on all areas of society must be acknowledged. Sustainable growth requires an evolution in the way urban areas carry out their activities such as resource use and the movement of people and goods. The physical infrastructure in addition to social and economic processes must evolve to acknowledge the challenges of growth.
Sustainable development has been defined as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. However, sustainable urban development implies a process by which sustainability can be attained, emphasising improvement, progress and positive change, incorporating both environmental and social dimensions.
Sustainable urban development highlights the need for reform of market mechanisms to achieve environmental goals and the achievement of a balance with social and economic considerations.
Sustainable rural development involves a holistic approach where daily basic needs of rural populations must be covered by reliable public utilities combined with technical, socioeconomic, and environmental conditions to support regional economies and urban-rural linkages. Rural communities must develop several nonfarming activities coupled with agricultural systems (adapted to local geographical conditions) to become more resilient to economic shocks or environmental disturbances in the context of climate change. Rural areas should receive the same attention and opportunities from decision-makers, academics, and professionals regarding sustainable development policies and investments in infrastructure projects.
One of the key aspects of sustainable development is to ensure universal access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy, a goal that SDG-7 asserts concretely. Aside from providing universal access, SDG-7 calls for a substantial increase in the share of renewable sources in the global energy mix, and the acceleration of improvements in energy efficiency. Sustainable Energy Solutions therefore include renewable energy obtained from wind, solar, biofuels, biomass and waste, geothermal and small hydro as well as technologies and approaches that decrease the amount of energy used per unit of economic output.
Ecosystem management is an approach to natural resource management that aims to ensure the long-term sustainability and persistence of an ecosystems function and services while meeting socioeconomic, political, and cultural needs. Although indigenous communities have employed sustainable ecosystem management approaches for millennia, ecosystem management emerged formally as a concept in the 1990s from a growing appreciation of the complexity of ecosystems, as well as humans' reliance and influence on natural systems
Sustainable environmental management involves managing the oceans, freshwater systems, land and atmosphere, according to sustainability principles. Land use change is fundamental to the operations of the biosphere because alterations in the relative proportions of land dedicated to urbanization, agriculture, forest, woodland, grassland and pasture have a marked effect on the global water, carbon and nitrogen biogeochemical cycles. Management of the Earth's atmosphere involves assessment of all aspects of the carbon cycle to identify opportunities to address human-induced climate change and this has become a major focus of scientific research because of the potential catastrophic effects on biodiversity and human communities. Ocean circulation patterns have a strong influence on climate and weather and, in turn, the food supply of both humans and other organisms.
Aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Sustainable Territorial Management and Sustainable Development. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Sustainable Territorial Management and Sustainable Development
Nuclear power is presently a sustainable energy source, but could become completely renewable if the source of uranium changed from mined ore to seawater. Since U extracted is continuously replenished through geologic processes, nuclear would become as endless as solar.
The implementation of the concept of sustainable development in the establishment of “Green Hospital” is attracting growing interest. The health sector and, in particular, a hospital may affect the environment and the economy in the a) maximization of energy consumption b) waste of natural resources c) difficulty in waste management due to their rapidly increasing volume d) construction of non-friendly for people and environment buildings e) growing demand for funds to cover operating expenses. Moreover, it seems that the strategic planning of a Green Hospital can cause significant changes to: a) Energy saving – Green development – Environment protection; b) Building reconstruction; c) Improvement of provided services to citizens; d) Saving of financial resources. Therefore, efforts should be made to save energy and money in the hospitals through sustainable development projects. Finally, the Green Hospital has the potential to provide improved therapeutic results for patients and more pleasant and comfortable working environment for employees.
Eco-industrial development (EID) is a framework for industry to develop while reducing its impact on the environment. It uses a closed loop production cycle to tackle a broad set of environmental challenges such as soil and water pollution, desertification, species preservation, energy management, by-product synergy, resource efficiency, air quality, etc.
Mutually beneficial connections among industry, natural systems, energy, material and local communities become central factors in designing industrial production processes.
The approach itself is largely voluntary and market-driven but often pressed ahead by favorable government treatment or efforts of development co-operation
Bio-economy is an emerging paradigm under which the creation, development, and revitalization of economic systems based on a sustainable use of renewable biological resources in a balanced way is rapidly spreading globally. Bio-economy is building bridges between biotechnology and economy as well as between science, industry, and society. Biotechnology, from its ancient origins up to the present is at the core of the scientific and innovative foundation of bio-economy policies developed in numerous countries. The challenges and perspectives of bio-economies are immense, from resource-efficient large-scale manufacturing of products such as chemicals, materials, food, pharmaceuticals, polymers, flavors, and fragrances to the production of new biomaterials and bioenergy in a sustainable and economic way for a growing world population.
Ecotourism is a sub-component of the field of sustainable tourism. Ecotourism’s perceived potential as an effective tool for sustainable development is the main reason why developing countries are now embracing it and including it in their economic development and conservation strategies. Ecotourism, as an alternative tourism, involves visiting natural areas in order to learn, to study, or to carry out activities environmentally friendly, that is, a tourism based on the nature experience, which enables the economic and social development of local communities. It focuses primarily on experiencing and learning about nature, its landscape, flora, fauna and their habitats, as well as cultural artifacts from the locality.
Petroleum has contributed and is still contributing to the development of the world economy. There is something important that must be considered on this development; is it negative or positive development? This paper is inspired by the special connection existing between petroleum industry and pollution of marine environment by oil. In particular, the paper will look at petroleum, petroleum industry and sustainable development. Thereafter, it will examine the role of international conventions in the protection of marine environment. Particular interest will be on civil liability and compensation. Special consideration will be put on persons and industries both ashore and at sea that in one way or another are touched by practices of petroleum industry throughout the journey to sustainable development.
Eco-technology is an applied science that seeks to fulfill human needs while causing minimal ecological disruption, by harnessing and manipulating natural forces to leverage their beneficial effects. Eco-technology integrates two fields of study: the 'ecology of technics' and the 'technics of ecology,' requiring an understanding of the structures and processes of ecosystems and societies. All sustainable engineering that can reduce damage to ecosystems, adopt ecology as a fundamental basis, and ensure conservation of biodiversity and sustainable development may be considered as forms of eco-technology.
Indigenous peoples have the right to conserve and protect the environment, as well as the productive capacity of their lands or territories and resources. States shall establish and implement, without discrimination, assistance programs for indigenous peoples for such conservation and protection. They are involved in the conservation of flora and fauna in reserves. Their conservation knowledge greatly contributes to the understanding of the links within the forest ecosystem, making them invaluable for planning and management.
The Sustainable Development Goals serve as a road map for achieving a better and more sustainable future for all. They address global issues such as poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice.
The term "sustainability" refers to programs, initiatives, and actions aimed at preserving a specific resource. However, it actually refers to four distinct areas: human, social, economic, and environmental, which are referred to as the four pillars of sustainability.
Human sustainability seeks to preserve and improve society's human capital. Human sustainability programs include investments in health and education systems, access to services, nutrition, knowledge, and skills. Natural resources and available space are limited, and there is a need to balance continuous growth with improved health and economic well-being for all. In the business context, an organization will see itself as a member of society and will promote business values that value human capital. Human sustainability entails the development of skills and human capacity to support the organization's functions and sustainability, as well as to promote the well-being of communities and society.
In a simple term, Environmental sustainability states that the rates of renewable resource harvesting, non-renewable, resource depletion, and pollution assimilation can be naturally maintained indefinitely. We risk a global food and energy crisis, as well as an increase in greenhouse gas emissions, which will lead to a global warming crisis, if resource depletion continues unabated. On the other hand, if we place too many constraints on the use of natural resources, we risk slowing technological and economic progress. The standard definition of Environmental sustainability is environmentally sustainable development, but it implies that there must be a balance between the natural resources available to us and human consumption of those resources:
Gaining environmental and economic sustainability is not without difficulty. A number of issues surround the delicate balance of preserving our ecosystem while ensuring a high quality of life. However, the first of the three pillars are Environmental sustainability, as social and economic sustainability are ultimately dependent on a clean and healthy environment.
The goal of Economic sustainability is to keep capital intact. Whereas social sustainability seeks to improve social equality, economic sustainability seeks to raise living standards. It refers to the efficient use of assets to maintain company profitability over time in the business context.
"One of the primary goals of sustainable development is to maintain high and stable levels of economic growth." It is not an option to abandon economic growth. However, sustainable development encompasses more than just economic growth. The quality of growth is just as important as the quantity." Natural capital ecological capital and social capital (human relationships) are included in new economics, which challenges the capitalist mantra that continuous growth is good and bigger is better if it risks causing harm to the ecological and human systems.
The goal of Social sustainability is to preserve social capital by investing in and creating services that form the foundation of our society. The concept encompasses a broader view of the world in terms of communities, cultures, and globalization. It means protecting future generations and acknowledging that what we do has an impact on others and the world. Social sustainability focuses on maintaining and improving social quality through concepts such as cohesion, reciprocity, and honesty, as well as the importance of interpersonal relationships. Laws, information, and shared ideas of equality and rights can all help to encourage and support it. The concept of social sustainability includes the concept of sustainable development as defined by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The principle of sustainable development addresses social and economic improvement that protects the environment and promotes equality, and thus the economy, society, and ecological system are all interconnected.