Housing Areas Research Articles

Experimental studies of CO2 and NO mitigation using potential adsorbents in a standby power generation unit

AbstractThis current investigation evaluates the feasibility of employing potential adsorbents obtained from various biomass waste substances, namely, (i) coconut shell, (ii) rice husk, and (iii) eucalyptus wood, for carbon dioxide (CO2) capture applications. Activated carbons are obtained from abundantly available renewable biomass residues by single‐stage activation. The adsorption properties are evaluated using advanced techniques. Further, the adsorbents are packed in an in‐house fabricated post‐combustion adsorption chamber. In this investigation, the feasibility of employing adsorbents for capturing CO2 and NO by using an adsorption technique in a diesel engine‐operated standby diesel generator set intended to supply electrical power to a guest house, hostels, faculty quarters, and residential area in an educational institution in India is investigated. Essential parameters such as (i) maximum adsorption capacity, (ii) fractional adsorption kinetics, (iii) regenerability and reusability, (iv) dynamic adsorption of the breakthrough curve, and (v) isosteric enthalpy of adsorption of adsorbent samples are also examined. Compared to the other adsorbents examined, eucalyptus wood adsorbent mitigates CO2 and NO by 50% and 36% at full load, respectively.

Thermal discomfort and adaptation strategies in Brazilian social housing

Living with the harmful effects of climate change is a challenge, especially in relation to the marked thermal discomfort resulting from heat waves that mainly impact economically vulnerable populations. The main objective of this study was to analyze thermal comfort in social housing and the strategies adopted by residents to overcome situations of thermal discomfort in hot and humid climates. The object study is composed of four low-income architectural types, located in the city of João Pessoa, northeast Brazil. The field research included on-site evaluations, measuring the thermal conditions inside 156 housing units and conducting semi-structured interviews. The results showed that the housing units analyzed often present internal conditions of thermal discomfort; this condition is a little more critical in homes that added extensions to their dwellings, as a result of interventions carried out by residents after the unit was occupied. One of the consequences of expanding the housing area is the reduction in the percentage of openness of the unit (openness of the enclosure/building envelope), with a major impact on thermal comfort, as approximately 50.0% of the sample presented this particularity. The worst thermal scenario was recorded in the group of single-story houses. These units, in addition to the high degree of thermal discomfort, face health problems resulting from high humidity and air temperature. The main adaptive strategies observed were using a fan and opening doors and windows. The daily average of fan use is 8.0h, resulting in an increase in energy demand.

Forgotten Industrial Heritage: The Cement Factory from La Granja d’Escarp

In the municipality of La Granja d’Escarp, for over thirty years, an important natural cement factory was in operation. In 1876, the Girona family, who were businessmen and bankers from Barcelona, opened the factory with modern industrial facilities. It included kilns, mills, and crushers, alongside warehouses, a small railway for internal transportation of the various materials used, and even a housing area for workers. The neighboring Ebro River allowed distribution by river transport at first. Later, with the use of railways, transport to consumption points was possible. This industrial complex became a center of significant importance in Catalonia in the production of cement, which was used for building hydraulic and civil works. During the first decade of the twentieth century, the factory stopped its activity and the facilities were abandoned. Nowadays, this industrial heritage site is in a state of neglect, without any kind of protection or maintenance. In turn, this has caused the collapse of some buildings in recent times and the loss of historical value of the architectural ensemble. We have carried out initial geomatic research, which has highlighted the constructive properties of the kilns. We have also tested five samples from different buildings using XRD and TGA/DSC, which showed the use of lime mortars in their construction. This is the first study to be carried out at this site, with the aim of showing the historical importance of the ensemble. The goal of the study was to highlight the value of this industrial heritage site and illustrate that it was once a pioneer in the production of natural cement and a driving force for Catalonia.

Affective Evictions:

The article suggests that government statements on anti-ghetto (2021) and security (2020) initiatives feature expressions of ‘white homesickness’ that manifest as longings for a national past and future with less or no migration to Denmark from outside Europe. The analysed statements justify the planned evictions of racialised-migrantised residents of social housing areas. The article argues that the statements also perform ‘affective evictions’ of racialised-migrantised members of society from the community of the imagined national home. Drawing on critical postmigration studies and a media-analytical approach to affect theory, two instrumentalised figures are accentuated as the haunting specters of this homesick politics: the fi gure of insecurity-creating immigrant boys and the figure of parallel societies inhabited by a ‘brown underclass.’ The article concludes that for racialised-migrantised residents of social housing estates in particular, the threat of ‘affective eviction’ paradoxically involves the material threat of eviction from society’s overarching welfare shelter, that is the threat of being deprived of the right to social security.

Nesting density and nest site selection of the Magpie Pica pica in Kaliningrad, south-east of the Baltic Sea area

Over the past decades, the Magpie, which has ecological and behavioral flexibility, has colonized many cities. In this study, we examine the effect of urban disturbance on nesting density of the Magpie and nest height in a city in the south-eastern Baltic region. The studies were carried out in Kaliningrad (54°43’N, 20°30’E) during the leafless period in 2018–2021 in green residential areas with a predominance of 5-storey buildings (“residential area”) and low-rise individual housing areas (“individual houses”). In the residential area, nest counts were carried out separately in the central part of the city and outside the city center. Based on literature data on urban populations of the Magpie in other cities, we predict that: (1) in the central part of the city there will be a higher nesting density of magpies and (2) in the central part of the city, nests will be located higher than outside the central part of the city. The results obtained did not confirm these assumptions. The average nesting density in residential areas in the city center and outside the city center was virtually the same. And, in addition, in the residential area in the city center, nests were on average located lower than in the residential area outside the central part of the city, but the differences were not statistically significant and the median values of these city zones coincide. The work also provides data on the placement of nests on various types of trees and shrubs. The Hooded crow, being the main predator and competitor of the Magpie, shares the same habitats in Kaliningrad. This coexistence could potentially slow down the increase in Magpie nesting density, especially in the residential area of the city centre, where the nesting density of the Hooded crow is significantly higher than outside the city centre.

Impact of ceiling fan and room air cleaner on air mixing and fate of particulate matter in a multiroom residence

We are exposed to airborne particles of health concern in residences, and Room Air Cleaners (RACs) can remove these particles. However, they are often limited to treating local air in the room or near vicinity of the device. RAC performance in multi-room residences may be improved by ceiling fan whole-house air mixing with a minor increase in energy use. This study analyzed air quality and energy efficiency from experimental measurements using combinations of ceiling fan and RAC operation. We measured removal rates of tracer gas and particles from ultrafine to 5 µm after their release in the kitchen area of a multiroom test house. Results show that the air mixing by ceiling fans increased ultrafine and > 1 µm particle removal over the baseline – with no ceiling fans and no RAC – suggesting increased deposition onto the ceiling fan blades and house surfaces. Also, ceiling fan mixing increased particle removal in all size bins over the RAC performance with no ceiling fans. The removal rate with ceiling fans and the RAC was greater than the sum of the rates from each operating alone, indicating that synergistic interactions between the ceiling fans and the RAC increased the RAC filtration rate.

Unveiling the effect of social networks on farmers' diversified energy-saving behaviors in the Tibetan plateau region of China.

An improved comprehension of the factors that influence farmers' diversified energy-saving behaviors makes significant sense for enacting potent energy policies and curbing rural energy consumption. This paper investigated the effect of social networks on diversified energy-saving behaviors adopted by farmers in the Tibetan Plateau region of China, by establishing a generalized Poisson regression model. A total of 480 farmers were randomly interviewed. The results indicate that farmers' social networks were relatively abundant in the study area, and the diversified energy-saving behaviors exhibited good performance at the overall level. Farmers' social networks are of paramount importance in the execution of diversified energy-saving behaviors. In particular, the scale and frequency of social networks are instrumental in the success of the implementation of diversified energy-saving behaviors. Farmers' sociodemographic characteristics, including gender, education level, household size, and residential housing area, also facilitate their adoption of diversified energy-saving behaviors. The findings contribute to the further exploration of the value of social networks in determining environmental actions in rural areas and provide an effective basis for policy formulation to save energy consumption in similar regions in other countries.

Spatial Analysis of the Presence of Rats in three Student Housing Areas of Makassar City State Universities

Spatial Analysis of the Presence of Rats in three Student Housing Areas of Makassar City State Universities

물리적 주거환경이 중년기 성인의 우울에 미치는 영향

South Korea's rapid economic growth has exacerbated wealth disparities in urban housing, leading to persistent relative inequality in housing environments. Middle-aged adults, experiencing this life stage as a period of maturity, have endured prolonged exposure to housing issues, resulting in increased mental distress. However, institutional support to address these issues remains insufficient. This study aims to examine the physical housing factors that influence depression among middle-aged adults and to identify directions for housing welfare policies. To achieve this, the study investigates the effects of housing area, essential facilities, and structural and environmental quality on depression levels in middle-aged adults. Hypotheses were established and tested using regression analysis. The results show significant support for two hypotheses: “A smaller housing area is associated with higher depression levels among middle-aged adults” and “Inadequate structural quality and environmental conditions correlate with increased depression in this demographic.” Based on these findings, the study discusses potential directions for housing welfare policy improvements and suggests areas for future research.

Теріофауна міста Луганська (Україна) довоєнного часу (2004–2014)

The paper presents and analysis of the composition and key biological features of the synanthropic mammal fauna of parks and urban areas of the city of Luhansk, Ukraine, with a focus on central city districts, as well as suburban areas. The urban mammal fauna of Luhansk is characterised by a high proportion of wild species, which is facilitated by the significant dismemberment of the city by a ravine system and the river valley, as well as the presence of large little-transformed areas that was formed due to the development of the city using a modular system (residential quarters) and large areas of private estate-type housing, as well as a number of summer cottages and recreational areas that are part of the city. It is characterised by the dominance of typical synanthropes, including mouse-like rodents, sedentary bats and feral carnivorans, and the regular presence of a number of ‘shadow’ groups in the communities—hedgehogs, dormice, vesper bats, martens, etc.—for which the city provides convenient shelters, but without population growth. A total of 46 mammal species have been recorded, of which the stable core (including stray carnivorans) consists of 15 species, including 6 species in the central areas. In terms of the range of species of this group and their abundance, the fauna of Luhansk does not fundamentally differ from the synanthropic fauna of other Ukrainian cities, including the Kyiv megapolis. The synanthropic complex is characterised by a relatively small proportion of hedgehogs (Erinaceus roumanicus), a clear dominance of two alien bat species (Eptesicus lobatus, Pipistrellus lepidus), regular presence of synanthropic rodents (primarily Mus musculus) and rodents prone to synanthropy (Dryomys nitedula), shrews (Crocidura suaveolens) and carnivorans (Martes foina), the presence of introduced species (Ondatra zibethicus), and the existence of a number of species ‘trapped’ by the city, non-synanthropic species, including rodents (Spalax microphthalmus, Microtus levis, and Mus spicilegus), carnivorans (Vulpes vulpes, Vormela peregusna), and bats (Plecotus auritus, Myotis aurascens). The share of non-native species in the core group is 100% (6 species in total), and 67% in the ‘associated fauna’ group (15 species in total).

Analysis of informal housing areas in the city of Hilla using geographic information systems

يعتبر السكن العشوائي واحد من اهم المشاكل التي تعاني منها مدينة الحلة حيث انتشرت هذه الظاهرة في جميع مناطق المدينة وبسرعة انتشار نموها العمراني ، من خلال التعدي على الأراضي الشاغرة داخل المدينة .حيث يهدف البحث الى تحليل وبيان ظاهرة السكن العشوائي في مدينة الحلة اما منهجية البحث فقد اعتمد المنهج الوصفي التحليلي والمنهج الكمي امانوعية الدراسة فقد استخدم الطريقة الوصفية في بيان توزع انتشار المناطق العشوائية في قطاعات المدينة الخمسة (قطاع السلام بواقع 9378وحدة سكنية وعدد سكان 58461نسمة وقطاع الفيحاء بواقع 3900وحدة سكنية وعدد سكان 17724نسمة وقطاع الفردوس بواقع 2607وحدة سكنية وعدد سكان 12770نسمة وقطاع الزهور بواقع 1380وحدة سكنية وعدد سكان 11782نسمة وقطاع الفرات بواقع 900وحدة سكنية وعدد سكان 6553نسمة . وبلغت عدد الوحدات السكنية (18165) وحدة سكنية وبعدد سكان (107290) نسمة وشغلت مساحة تقدر (837,9) هكتار لغاية عام 2023. حيث تناول البحث مفهوم السكن العشوائي اذ تمثل الإحياء نشاءت بغياب او ضعف تطبيق القانون، والتشريعات، وبمواصفات دون المستوى ، والعديد منها قد تم انشاه في أراضي مملوكة للدولة ، والأراضي الزراعية وتصنيف المناطق العشوائية الى مناطق داخل المدينة ومناطق خارج المدينة واستخدام نظم المعلومات الجغرافية في تعين المناطق العشوائية وانتشارها كذلك تطرق البحث الى أسباب السكن العشوائي ابرزها الزيادة السكانية في المدينة وظاهرة الهجرة من الريف الى المدينة والانشطار الاسري وعدم توزيع قطع أراضي توصل البحث الى إيجاد عدد من السياسات المتبعة في الحد من انتشار السكن العشوائي في مدينة الحلة . إضافة الى عدد من الاستنتاجات والتوصيات التي من المومل ان توخذ بنظر الاعتبار للقضاء على السكن العشوائي في مدينة الحلة.

STRATEGI PENYELESAIAN KONFLIK PENGUASAAN LAHAN DALAM KAWASAN HUTAN DI DESA SOLAN KECAMATAN JARO PADA WILAYAH KPH TABALONG

The Permanent Production Forest (HP) area in the Tabalong Regency area has an area of ± 44,759 ha which is a forest area in the Tabalong KPH management area. The administrative designation of this Forest Area is in Solan Village, Jaro District. In this area there are problems related to conflicts over land use and claims in locations whose status is still production forest areas. The Solan Village area which is within the Permanent Production Forest (HP) area covers an area of 4,161.2731 ha. In some areas, the Solan Village community uses the area for housing, public facilities and plantations. The area of Solan Village which is outside the forest area is 87,377 ha. The results of the questionnaire showed that 50% of respondents were not aware of the government's determination of forest area status and the boundaries of forest areas in their area. The community considers that the land belongs to them because it has been owned for generations. For this reason, it is necessary to carry out mapping regarding area control conflicts and re-arrangement of forest area boundaries in the Tabalong KPH area which aims to inventory land control problems and community rights to forest areas as well as safeguard and protect designated forest areas. Socialization and the presence of officers are important components to bring awareness and understanding to the community about forests and forest areas, so that conflicts over control of forest areas can be eliminated.

Urban Forestry in Sub-Saharan Africa: Challenges, Contributions, and Future Directions for Combating Climate Change and Restoring Forest Landscapes

Since the 1960s, the countries of sub-Saharan Africa have been affected by an urban crisis due to the demographic explosion in cities and the resulting land pressure. These issues have resulted in the proliferation of spontaneous housing areas, which call the future of urban vegetation and its degree of inclusion in city planning into question. To analyze the current scientific knowledge on the development of urban landscapes, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, a literature review on urban forestry covering the period of 1998–2022 was carried out in order to better guide future research works towards a greater consideration of urban forestry and its contribution to combating the adverse effects of climate change. Out of the 110 scientific papers selected, 50 were considered relevant because of their direct link with urban forestry. Based on the analysis of these papers, a classification of the articles according to five themes was carried out. These themes are the management of green spaces in urban areas, the functions of trees in an urban environment, the development of urban forestry, the characterization of urban tree flora, and the financing of urban forestry. Thus, the “function of trees in an urban environment and the characterization of urban tree flora” are the most addressed issues, being raised in 42% and 28% of articles, respectively. “Financing urban forestry” is practically not addressed (2%). The analysis of the 50 selected articles reveals a significant geographic concentration of urban forestry research. Countries such as South Africa, Kenya, and Ghana are more represented in the literature, while vast regions in Central and Western Africa (e.g., the Democratic Republic of Congo, Chad, and Niger) are the object of minimal or no documented research with regard to urban forestry. Future research should address these underrepresented themes, as they are crucial for the long-term sustainability of urban forestry projects. Particularly, research on financing mechanisms is essential to unlocking sustainable funding sources for urban forestry, a critical barrier to its expansion.

MSN Approach Model in the Implementation of Waste Management Policy in Bungo District

This research is motivated by the increasing volume of waste in the market village, but the fleet cannot transport waste every day, especially in community housing areas in two villages, especially in the pasir putih village and batang bungo village. The purpose of this research is to create a recommendation model for the MSN Approach to the Implementation of Waste Management Policies in Bungo Regency, especially in the Pasir Putih Village and Batang Bungo Village. The method used in this research is descriptive with a qualitative approach. The results of the research are changes in attitudes, behavior, and better and positive responsibilities of policy stakeholders in the Mentality Approach category, aspects of the function and organizational structure of implementing waste management policies in each Kelurahan spread across the Rimbo Tengah and Market sub-districts are quite good in the System Approach category, and in the aspect of synergy must be able to build synergy in institutional aspects, program policies and budgeting, human resources, information data and monitoring and evaluation strategies for policies and programs. As for the symbiotic mutualism aspect, it must be based on the principles of mutual need, mutual benefit, and mutual support. From this approach, it can be analyzed that the strategic partnership aspect is still not going well in the Networking Approach aspect.

Penyuluhan Pemanfaatan Lahan Pekarangan Sebagai Kawasan Rumah Pangan Lestari (KRPL) di Kampung Asei Kecil, Sentani Timur Kabupaten Jayapura

Socialization about the use of yard land as a sustainable food home area in Asei Kecil Village, East Sentani District, Jayapura Regency, it was held on May 30 2023. This activity aims to provide motivation and understanding to the community about the importance of using yard land as a sustainable food home area) to support family food security. The methods used in this activity are lectures, discussions and questions and answers. This activity successfully involved 23 participants. The implementation of outreach activities regarding the use of yard land as a sustainable food area began with an introduction to the team and continued with a speech from the head of Asei Kecil Village, followed by the provision of materials. The team's presentation of material began with an explanation of the benefits of managing a home yard as a sustainable food area. The participants were very enthusiastic about following the presentation of the material, this could be seen from several questions asked regarding the material provided in the question and answer and discussion session. Based on the results of the evaluation carried out by the team using a questionnaire measuring tool, it showed that 78.20% of respondents agreed that the socialization on the use of yard land as a sustainable food house area was interesting and easy to understand, then 65.22% of respondents agreed that the socialization on the use of yard land provided by the team community service provides new experiences regarding the use of yard land as a sustainable food house area.

Tingkat Kegunaan Sarana Pendukung Aksesibilitas Jamaah Difabel Bangunan Masjid Jami At Taqwa Perumahan Minomartani Sleman

The existence of the Jami Al Taqwa Minomartani mosque is a public building which is a place of worship as well as various other activities related to the mental, cultural and social development of the Islamic community living in the Minomartani housing area. In accordance with government regulations regarding accessibility requirements, including for disabled worshipers, the building's supporting facilities must support these conditions. This research aims to find out how much facilities exist that support this accessibility in order to provide constructive input that is beneficial for the mosque's prosperity program. The method used is observation and analysis of existing data, then interpretation is carried out using the criteria for accessibility requirements. Research findings show that this mosque can be categorized as a mosque that is aware of its congregation with disabilities by providing facilities to support this accessibility. However, regarding the level of usability, it still needs to be improved in relation to the requirements so that it has an optimal level of effectiveness.

Sharia Economic Empowerment of Low-Income Communities and Subsidy Recipients in Boyolali for Sustainable Development Goals

Purpose: This study investigates the potential of Sharia economic empowerment for low-income communities and subsidy recipients in Boyolali as a strategy to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Rooted in Islamic teachings, Sharia economics offers dynamic solutions to address issues of wealth distribution, poverty alleviation, and economic stability. Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework is based on Islamic principles of socio-economic justice and the empowerment of marginalized communities through Sharia-compliant financial and social interventions. This framework underscores the role of ethical and spiritual values in fostering economic self-reliance and sustainability. Methods: A qualitative research methodology was employed, incorporating interviews, focus group discussions, and participant observations within low-income housing areas. Data were analyzed thematically to identify key barriers and opportunities for Sharia economic empowerment. Results and Conclusion: The findings reveal that implementing Sharia economic principles significantly enhanced economic awareness and behaviour among the target population. Participants demonstrated improved financial literacy, creativity, innovation, and a stronger sense of responsibility. These changes contributed to a transition towards a more independent and economically stable community. Notably, Sharia-based interventions inspired participants to adopt a holistic approach to prosperity, encompassing both material and spiritual well-being. Implications: The implications of this study are far-reaching. It highlights the importance of integrating Sharia economic principles into community development programs to achieve equitable growth and poverty reduction. Policymakers and Islamic financial institutions can leverage these insights to design tailored initiatives for low-income groups, fostering their economic independence and alignment with SDGs. Originality/value: The originality of this research lies in its focus on the intersection of Sharia economics and sustainable community development in the context of subsidized housing. It provides a novel approach to empowering marginalized populations by harmonizing economic stability with spiritual fulfilment, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable society.

Bantuan PSU Perumahan bagi MBR pada Pelaksanaan Pekerjaan Jalan Lingkungan dengan Jenis Perkerasan Paving Block FC 20 M’pa

the provision of PSU components for housing build public houses in the form of single houses or row houses, which stimulant in the housing location built by the perpetrator Development. For 2021, PSU assistance will be in the form of roads the environment in the housing built by the developer. Article 54 paragraph (3) letter (h) Law Number 1 of 2011 concerning Housing and Settlement Areas states that The government provides facilities and/or development assistance and acquisition of housing for MBR in the form of providing infrastructure, facilities and public utility (PSU). In order to follow up on the mandate of the provisions of Article 54 paragraph (3) of Law No.1 of 2011 referred to, Ministry Public Works and Public Housing through the Directorate General Housing carries out activities to provide PSU Housing assistance to MBR.

Mechanisms of residential spatial differentiation and heritage identity in residential historic district: a case study of the Barkhor Street, Tibet

ABSTRACT Under the dual background of urban renewal and heritage conservation, it is not clear what changes have taken place in the heritage identity and what is the connection with the residential spatial differentiation. This study takes a socio-spatial approach, uses a quantitative analysis approach to assess Barkhor Street’s residential space in terms of two factors: residential quality and heritage utilization. It also looks at how spatial differentiation affects residential historic districts’ heritage identities. It aims to re-understand the transformation process of heritage identity in different contexts. This study revealed that (1) variations in living spaces among people in residential historic districts can yield both positive and negative outcomes for their heritage identity. (2) Heritage identity is mediated in part by residential quality and the use of historical resources. (3) There is also a combined effect of individual attributes like the annual per capita household income, age, and ethnicity. Factors influencing people’ heritage identification include the per capita housing area, type of housing ownership, distance from religious heritage, and store form type. It is advised that mixed-use housing patterns be used to increase housing suitability and that procedures for community involvement and democratic, scientific decision-making be set up for preservation and renewal.

Analysis of the impact of magnetic and electric fields on the environment within the free space of SUTT segment Ulee Kareng - Banda Aceh

Abstract Public concerns exist regarding the potential negative impacts of magnetic and electric fields generated from SUTT lines on the environment and health. This study investigates the validity of this public concern by measuring and analyzing the magnitude of the magnetic and electric fields to determine if they remain within safe limits according to SNI, IRPA, and WHO standards. The study aims to mitigate the negative impact of SUTT on research locations including highway areas, plantations, rice fields, and brick houses, chosen using purposive sampling. This study found that the highest electric field value was measured in the plantation area at point A2 (2.1367 kV/m) and the lowest in the brick house area at point A5 (0.1795 kV/m). The highest magnetic field value was measured in the rice field area at point A5 (1.6363 μT) and the lowest in the road area at point B2 (1.5517 μT). SUTT operators monitor the magnetic and electric fields around the transmission area to ensure that the values remain within safe limits. Therefore, it is recommended to manage the vegetation around the transmission area to prevent interference with SUTT performance and to ensure that vegetation does not become an unwanted electrical conduction path.