Can rapid urbanization be sustainable? The case of Saudi Arabian cities

Habitat International, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 139, P. 102884 - 102884

Published: July 23, 2023

Language: Английский

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Greenhouse gas emissions and reduction strategies for the world's largest greenhouse gas emitters

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 944, P. 173895 - 173895

Published: June 11, 2024

Language: Английский

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Framing resilience in Saudi Arabian cities: On climate change and urban policy

Sustainable Cities and Society, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 101, P. 105172 - 105172

Published: Jan. 3, 2024

Language: Английский

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Sustainable smart cities: promotion of circular economy in urban GCC regions

Journal of Science and Technology Policy Management, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 20, 2025

Purpose This paper aims to address the need adopt circular economy models in urban development and infrastructure of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, UAE Saudi Arabia. The purpose is provide insights into progress, challenges potential benefits transitioning from a linear economic model response environmental posed by rapid population growth GCC region. study emphasizes relevance this research fostering diversification, mitigating ecological concerns attracting sustainable investments. Design/methodology/approach adopts qualitative approach investigate adoption principles each country’s infrastructure. It details specific strategies initiatives undertaken methodology includes Systematic Literature Review (SLR), thematic, comparative individual analysis their goals, progress unique approaches employed. Additionally, SWOT conducted identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities threats associated with adopting Findings case studies reveal diverse models. Bahrain for carbon neutrality 2060, Kuwait prioritizes sustainability development, Oman focuses on waste reduction, Qatar integrates its Vision 2030 initiative Arabia explores closed-loop material flows. Whereas, technological advancements near future. Despite common such as traditional obstacles, economies region are substantial. These include social, advantages, emphasizing growth, resource efficiency enhanced protection. Originality/value contributes original region, providing clear succinct value. underscores transition’s economic, social benefits. significance management while acknowledging implementation obstacles business impacts. invites reflection future steps, balanced fair value results. positions crucial step toward achieving green investments

Language: Английский

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Hydrogen energy prospects in Gulf cooperation council states: Opportunities and challenges

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 212, P. 115421 - 115421

Published: Jan. 31, 2025

Language: Английский

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Assessment of renewable energy alternatives for sustainable resource policies with knowledge-based expert prioritized quantum picture fuzzy rough modelling

Expert Systems with Applications, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 126826 - 126826

Published: Feb. 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Perception of coastal citizens on the prospect of community-based rainwater harvesting system for sustainable water resource management

Resources Conservation and Recycling, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 198, P. 107196 - 107196

Published: Sept. 7, 2023

Language: Английский

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Toward a Greener Future: Applying Circular Economy Principles to Saudi Arabia’s Food Sector for Environmental Sustainability

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(2), P. 786 - 786

Published: Jan. 16, 2024

Applying new designs and business formats to production consumption patterns as part of the circular economy (CE), an increasingly popular concept within environmental research, ensures sustainable food practices fosters sustainability. The CE approach is particularly relevant in arid regions, such Kingdom Saudi Arabia (KSA), challenged by extremely harsh climates where natural resources are both scarce excessively exploited. This study thus aims show how can be applied sector KSA identifying issues related strategies through a literature review. framework presented explain sectoral challenges at macro meso levels maps associated with specific models corresponding examples industrial applications in. Finally, from mapping compared current situation country identify they already practiced, gaps priorities, outline prospects. Effective management loss waste requires timely, holistic strategy add value development goals (SDGs) outlined Vision 2030 SDG 12.3 target that reduce rates 50% 2030.

Language: Английский

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Developing a sustainable water conservation strategy for Saudi Arabian cities

Groundwater for Sustainable Development, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 23, P. 101040 - 101040

Published: Nov. 1, 2023

Language: Английский

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Systematic Review on the Barriers and Challenges of Organisations in Delivering New Net Zero Emissions Buildings

Buildings, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(6), P. 1829 - 1829

Published: June 16, 2024

Achieving the net zero emissions target that was set in Paris Agreement to mitigate risks of climate change seems increasingly difficult as countries and sectors economy are falling behind expected trajectory. The building construction industry, one main contributors global emissions, has an essential role play toward this aim. Net been introduced sector well; however, achieving it is a very challenging complex task. Many studies have undertaken on implementing different measures strategies reduce industry’s carbon footprint. These identified many challenges barriers transforming industry. This paper aims provide systematic review organisations face delivering new buildings. relevant journal articles published since were analysed using mixed-method data analysis, including quantitative (science mapping) qualitative (thematic) analysis. result showed increased attention subject over period, with China, UK, Australia being top contexts for research. most discussed groups “economic”, “knowledge”, “technical”, respectively, followed by “organisational”, “market”, “technological”, “legal” barriers.

Language: Английский

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