Cause Of Environmental Damage Research Articles

Is Over-Taking Immoral?—Taking and Donating in Resource Dilemma with No Damage Threshold

Previous studies have demonstrated that social value orientations and feedback affected cooperative behavior in environmental contexts, but they often set a clear bearing threshold of the environment. To better reflect reality, we simulated a natural environment in a fishbowl and created a water resource dilemma with no damage thresholds. The results showed that in resource dilemma with no damage thresholds, prosocials took the same amount of water as proselfs, both in situations involving life value (Study 1) and no life value (Study 2), and did not experience greater guilt for environmental damage (Studies 1 and 2). This contrasts with findings from studies with damage thresholds, where prosocial individuals typically took less. However, after environmental damage occurred, prosocials donated more water than proselfs to repair the environment. Life values decreased resource-taking and increased donations (Study 2). Feedback indicating that others had donated more (Study 1) or that the participant was the main cause of environmental damage (Study 2) increased donations. Our research provides practical implications for designing effective interventions and policies to foster sustainable behaviors, emphasizing the importance of social value orientation, feedback, and moral emotions in motivating cooperative actions.

Environmental Conservation in Quraish Shihab and Hamka’s Perspective

The environmental crisis has become a global issue and a common concern of this century. The anthropocentric paradigm is also one of the causes of environmental damage. This paradigm assumes that the center of the universe is human beings, so they are free to exploit natural resources for their interests. This paper will reveal Qur'an-based environmental conservation. The author more specifically reveals the views of the mufasir of Indonesia, M. Quraish Shihab and Buya Hamka, on the issue of environmental conservation. This paper aims to find the concept of environmental conservation based on the Qur'an by two Indonesian muftis. The research method used in this article is qualitative and is library research. The main data used in this article include Tafsir Al-Misbah by M. Quraish Shihab and Tafsir Al-Azhar by Hamka. The data were analyzed with a content analysis approach. The conclusion of this article shows that Indonesia's mufasir is concerned about environmental conservation based on the Qur'an. M. Quraish Shihab and Buya Hamka have a common interpretation that the universe was created by Allah for humans and used to meet their needs proportionally. The concept of the caliph and its implementation (utilizing, maintaining, preserving, and regenerating nature for the next life) is urgently needed to protect the earth and its environment. Environmental preservation is contained in the concept of iḥsān with the peak of good behavior towards nature. The concept of justice by acting in balance is a responsibility to the environment. The concept of proportionality (not excessive) in the use of the environment.

Perancangan UI/UX Game Environment Crime Case

A game is a game that aims to entertain and has an implicit meaning in it. A person can get entertainment by playing games as a medium of entertainment. This environment criminal case game presents a game with the theme of environmental damage with a casual genre of investigating the causes of environmental damage. With the presence of this game, it is hoped that players will understand the implied meaning so that they can participate in protecting the environment in accordance with the theme of this game. The method used is design thinking with five stages, namely Empethize, Define, Idea, Prototype and Test.

Pemanfaatan Sampah Rumah Tangga Dalam Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Kelurahan Paya Mabar Kecamatan Stabat Kabupaten Langkat

Waste management includes reducing and handling waste in a sustainable, systematic and comprehensive manner. Waste is not only a cause of environmental damage, but is also a real result of human activities. Waste management can start from the smallest scale, namely by separating household waste based on type. This study attempts to determine how the community can use household waste to generate economic value, find out what obstacles occur in the procedure for managing home garbage, and discover the village government's involvement in motivating the neighborhood to dispose of waste properly. This study combines descriptive research techniques with a qualitative methodology. This study uses data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing, and verification as data analysis techniques. Technical triangulation as well as source triangulation are used to verify the veracity of the data in this study. Six sources were involved in the observations and interviews that produced the data. Apart from that, data was also obtained based on the outcomes of literature studies. The analysis results show that the community is still limited in managing waste, such as burning household waste and processing it into plant fertilizer, where the use of waste does not yet bring economic value to the community. Waste management has obstacles, namely the lack of adequate facilities to manage household waste properly and correctly. In waste utilization, the government's role is still minimal or lacking in managing household waste into profitable value.

Оценка ущерба, наносимого загрязняющими веществами от выхлопных газов транспортных средств при реконструкции автомобильной дороги

Purpose: assessment of damage caused by pollutants from vehicle exhaust gases during highway construction. The roadbed is one of the most important elements of a highway structure, presented in the form of a mass of soil and receiving static and dynamic loads from vehicles. The increasing intensity of road transport has a negative impact on the environment. The main causes of environmental damage are overloads at intersections, and their effects are delayed in time. For example, when a city highway is laid through an uninhabited area, the damage incurred is less than when the highway passes through densely populated residential areas and is adjacent to urban areas. Poor traffic management leads to environmental damage. The volume of emissions of harmful substances is determined by the mileage of vehicles, depends on various factors and is related to the total fuel consumption. An urgent task is to supplement the Methodological Recommendations for the selection of rational roadbed structures and their feasibility study with an indicator that takes into account environmental pollution, including greenhouse gas emis such as this is required in accordance with [1]. Methods: Taking as a basis the existing methodological recommendations for the selection of rational subgrade structures on weak foundations and their feasibility study [2], calculations were made on the basis of which it is possible to draw a conclusion about the amount of exhaust gases emitted by reducing the flow rate during activities for the reconstruction of the highway. The main concept underlying the methodological document is the optimization of design solutions based on their comprehensive technical and economic assessment, carried out in terms of capital and operating costs, significant socio-economic effects and the duration of the construction period. Results: a feasibility study and a technical and economic comparison of design solutions for the reconstruction of the highway were carried out in terms of widening the roadbed built on soft soils. Practical significance: Calculations are included in the basis of practical recommendations for the use of design solutions for the construction of roadbeds on soft soils, which gives a clear idea of the technical and economic feasibility oftheir use in various operating conditions.

Navigating the green growth spectrum: Exploring the synergy between geopolitical risk, environmental policy stringency, and green production practices

The deepening understanding of the environment has heightened our perception of the causes of environmental damage, promoting a shift from combating pollution to preventing it with a core emphasis on environmental protection. Academicians and governance authorities have shifted their focus from traditional production practices to green production practices (GPP). The current body of literature has explored the impact of GPP on environmental quality. Whereas, the implications of geopolitical risk (GPR) and environmental policy stringency (EPS) on GPP are still unexplored. Keeping in view these gaps in existing research, this research is the earliest endeavor to examine the impact of GPR and EPS on GPP for the group of seven (G-7) countries from 1990 to 2020. In this regard, we have applied panel quantile regression (PQR) which allows for a more flexible treatment of heterogeneity and is robust to deal with outliers and skewed distributions compared to traditional panel data techniques. The empirical findings reveal that GPR has a significant destructive impact on GPP whereas, the EPS upsurge the GPP in G-7 countries. Founded on the factual outcomes, we recommend policy recommendations to achieve the objectives of SDG 07 (affordable and clean energy), SDG 08 (exports for decent economic growth), SDG 09 (industry innovation and infrastructure), SDG 11 (sustainable cities and societies), SDG 12 (responsible consumption and production), SDG 13 (environmental policies for climate action), and SDG 16 (conflict, peace, and justice strong institutions).

GERAKAN PEDULI LINGKUNGAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF HUMAN SECURITY DAN KONSEPSI ISLAM DI KELURAHAN TIRTA SIAK KOTA PEKANBARU

One of the causes of environmental damage is the presence of piles of rubbish which can cause flooding and ultimately disrupt human survival. In Pekanbaru City, there are areas that have quite worrying waste problems, namely RT 03, RW 05, Tirta Siak Village, Payung Sekaki District, Pekanbaru City. Almost every day rubbish can be seen scattered in residential areas. This describes the lack of public awareness and concern regarding the importance of maintaining environmental cleanliness. The aim of this community service activity is firstly to provide knowledge of non-traditional threats, especially human security issue to residents of RT 03 RW 05, Tirta Siak Village, Payung Sekaki District, Pekanbaru City. Second, increase citizens' insight into Islamic conceptions of environmental cleanliness, and third, grow and increase citizens' awareness and concern in solving waste problems. Service activities start from the observation stage, carrying out counseling, recruiting volunteers, and monitoring. The result of this service activity is that residents' knowledge about the threat of environmental damage and good waste management techniques has increased. The increase in knowledge can be seen in the questionnaire results which reached 83%. Apart from that, residents' awareness and concern for environmental cleanliness is also starting to be seen from implementing the 4R concept in daily life and the formation of environmental care movement by carrying out routine mutual cooperation actions and monitoring the environment.

The Linkage Between Economic Growth and Ecology of Urban Area Development in Indonesia: A Systematic Review

In this decade there are often disasters and other things of natural damage that have an impact on the lives of the global community. Pollution and disasters are the reasons for the difficulty of realizing sustainable development goals indicators. Rapid economic growth accompanied by large population growth and energy fulfilment needs every year causes a surge in global-scale crises. The industrial area that was formed is also increasingly expanding which cannot be ignored that land use has also changed. In this study, we will examine the relationship between economic growth and ecological conditions in urban development areas in Indonesia. This study uses a qualitative description method with a systematic literature review approach. The findings of this study are that economic growth is a major cause of environmental damage by industrial activity and the expansion of urban development areas. Even so, prevention efforts by examining more deeply each aspect by involving every party, including architecture, to be able to realize sustainable development.

Financial efficiency and CO2 emission in BRICS. Dose digital economy development matter?

When it comes to the environmental costs, environmental economists have tried to study the effects of the foreign direct investment-growth nexus, but they have ignored the crucial role that financial development and technical innovation play. Massive increases in energy consumption have contributed to environmental degradation in the BRICS nations, which have experienced rapid IND due to their robust economies. This study uses data from 1990 to 2021 to examine the relationship between carbon emissions in BRICS member nations and factors such as FDI, technological innovation, and economic growth. Within the panel nations, the results confirm a high cross-sectional reliance. The BRICS countries' financial development, technological innovation, and foreign direct investment all have a negative and statistically significant long-run association with CO2 emissions, according to the Augmented Mean Group (AMG) estimator. On the other hand, economic growth, TI, IND, and energy use all have positive and statistically significant associations with carbon emissions. This study's researchers choose to use the Dumitrescu and Hurlin panel causality test to look at the other way around. Economic growth (EG), Digital economic growth (DEG), Financial efficiency (FE), CO2 emissions (CO2), Industrialization (IND), Technological Innovation (TI), Foreign direct investment (FDI) and Inflation are all identified as having a bidirectional long-run causative relationship. In contrast, a unidirectional causal relationship is observed between FDI and CO2 emissions. To entice high-quality FDI, the BRICS member nations must advance their industries, financial institutions, and technological innovation. In addition, these nations need immediate legislative solutions because IND is a major cause of environmental damage.

Technical and Economic Feasibility Study of a Hybrid Hydrogen-based Renewable Energy System

Traditional electrical grids rely heavily on Hydrocarbons. The latter turn out to be a significant cause of environmental damage, as well as being rapidly depleted. Remote regions and settlements cannot benefit from this kind of electric energy as they are disconnected from the electrical network. Hybrid renewable energy systems (HRES) proved as being a great option in such cases. The objective of this article is to construct and optimize an autonomous hybrid renewable power plant to meet the demand for electricity for an isolated drilling location in Adrar region in the south of Algeria. To address the issue of intermittent power from wind and solar sources, a hydrogen-based arrangement is included in the already existing hybrid renewable energy system. The system modeling and running are carried out using HOMER package to identify the best cost-effective HRES arrangements.

UAV-assisted heavy metal tracking in oil palm plantations: present applications and future prospects

ABSTRACT Indonesia and Malaysia produce the most palm oil in the world. The world’s palm oil industry doubled in 1960–1990 and then increased steadily until 2020. However, the industry faces problems and challenges as a cause of environmental damage. Fertilizers and pesticides used in oil palm plantations and their processing waste are suspected of contaminating the environment with heavy metals. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have become more widely used for environmental monitoring, particularly as a technology for tracking heavy metals on agricultural land in recent years. Previous studies claim several advantages of using this technology, such as fast operation and low cost. This study presents the state-of-the-art available UAV platforms for heavy metal tracking in the agricultural industry. Recent applications focus primarily on hyperspectral sensing and photogrammetric technique. In addition, the prospects for UAV technology to track heavy metal pollution in the palm oil industry are also analysed.

Pemberdayaan Ibu-Ibu Rumah Tangga Desa Loa Janan Ulu Dalam Pemanfaatan Limbah Rumah Tangga Metode Takakura Menjadi Pupuk Organik Untuk Mendukung Rumah Pangan Lestari (RPL)

In this era of globalization, environmental problems have become global issues. Society are aware of the dangers posed by environmental damage. One of the causes of environmental damage is environmental pollution caused by the accumulation of waste produced by humans. Loa Janan Ulu is a village under Loa Janan District, Kutai Kartanegara Regency. Loa Janan Ulu is the village with the highest density in Loa Janan District, namely 1,007.90 population/km2. There are 3,401 households in the village area ladder. Housewives are also part of society produce waste or rubbish every day. Every day kitchen activities are included contributes quite a significant amount of waste. Kitchen waste that has been around all this time just thrown straight into landfill or burned straight away. Manage of kitchen waste needs to be dealt with so that it can be utilized as an ingredient for organic fertilizer. Composting is one of the efforts to process waste in order to recycle it organic waste with the concept of decomposing organic materials through processes weathering, besides being non-damaging and environmentally friendly. The simple way to make compost is the takakura basket method with help Local Organism Molecules (MOL). The solutions offered are: 1. Giving information about processing kitchen waste using the zero waste concept; 2. Giving information on the benefits of using organic fertilizer for partners and the environment with socialization; 3. Providing training on processing organic waste using methods Takakura makes simple use of surrounding resources. this activity planned for 4 months and carried out in Loa Janan Ulu Village, District Loa Janan, Kutai Kartanegara Regency. The result of the dedication of Loa Village Women Janan Ulu felt benefits such as increasing knowledge and insight handling organic household waste so that it becomes added value for plants in the yard includes vegetable plants that are consumed every day as well as ornamental plants. The follow-up to this activity requires training grow crops in the yard properly to utilize the land area available yard.

Learning strategies on ecosystem concepts and environmental change: A pedagogical study analysis

Human activity is one of the causes of environmental damage on earth. Prevention of environmental damage can be done by increasing ecological knowledge, problem-solving skills, and attitudes such as sustainability insights and environmental awareness. One way to improve these competencies is by learning about ecosystems and environmental change. This study aims to map out effective strategies for teaching ecosystems and environmental materials so that it can more optimally develop the expected competencies. The literature review method is used to map the learning strategies used to analyze patterns of effective strategy tendencies. Literature reviews were analyzed from scientific publications indexed by Google Scholar in the 2014-2023 range. The results of the analysis show that learning about ecosystems and environmental change is recommended (1) integrating technology; (2) raising the potential of local wisdom; (3) based on contextual problems; (4) improving problem-solving skills, ecological literacy and sustainable awareness; and (5) in the form of active learning. The recommended learning strategies for ecosystem materials and environmental change are environmental approaches and process approaches, problem-based learning models, learning methods in practice or field studies, and learning media in the form of real objects or phenomena that can be analyzed by students.

Analysis Of Rotor-Side Control And Grid-Side Controls For Grid Voltage Improvement In A DFIG-Based Wind Turbine System

Wind Power Plant (PLTB) has received a lot of attention from the public, researchers, and the government because of its advantages and role in reducing the causes of environmental damage due to the generation of electrical energy. Unlike power plants that use primary energy from fossil fuels, PLTB uses wind kinetic energy to generate electricity. Many problems arise because the wind speed is always changing every time. The resulting output voltage instability in the generator can affect the electric power system where the output electricity of the generator is injected. This paper describes how to analyze the generator output voltage control at PLTB. The generator used is a type of induction generator with two inputs (Double-Fed Induction Generator, DFIG). while the method of analysis is carried out using the PSIM simulation tool from Powersim, Inc. Control is carried out both on the rotor side (Rotor Side Converter, RSC) and on the grid side (Grid Side Converter), with the aim of maintaining the output voltage injected into the power grid with a certain level of voltage oscillation. The control results show that the generator output voltage can be maintained as desired.

Restore the Actant in the Socio-Ecological Sustainability Debate: A Case Study of the Ekowisata Mangrove Hijau Daun CSR Program

Natural activities are considered the primary cause of environmental damage that occurs in various locations. However, in reality, humans also contribute to environmental degradation, leading to climate change. Erosion and flooding disasters in the coastal areas of Daun Village do not solely occur due to the intrusion of seawater but also due to the behaviors of people who harm nature by engaging in mangrove deforestation and the use of chemicals by fishermen. This study aimed to highlight the Hijau Daun Mangrove Ecotourism Program as a best practice in conservation practices, serving as a significant consideration for the sustainability of human (actor) and non-human (actant) agencies in the future of Bawean Island. The method employed was a case study with a single-case study design and secondary data analysis, where the unit of analysis is the CSR Program of PT PLN Nusantara Power UP Gresik. The Hijau Daun Mangrove Ecotourism Program successfully addresses the issues caused by natural disasters and the activities of the local community that exacerbate their impact. Together with the Hijau Daun Community Monitoring Group (Pokmaswas Hijau Daun), CSR PT PLN Nusantara Power UP Gresik has been able to restore land, subsequently utilized for mangrove ecotourism, shrimp and crab aquaculture, agricultural land, and mangrove product processing. The restored mangrove forest provides more benefits to the people of Daun Village through the development of integrated programs. The goal of program implementation is not only to preserve the existence of the mangrove ecosystem as an actant but also to create reciprocity from environmental conservation activities for the future existence of humans (actors). The presence of volunteer movements in the community, such as Coastal Warriors, can help achieve the goals of the program.

Gaps between Attitudes and Behavior in the Use of Disposable Plastic Tableware (DPT) and Factors Influencing Sustainable DPT Consumption: A Study of Hong Kong Undergraduates

Total waste from human activities, including waste plastics, is huge in Hong Kong. In particular, as a result of the prevention and control measures implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, take-away meals increased tremendously in Hong Kong, generating disposable plastic tableware (DPT). Although Hong Kong has a charging scheme for plastic bags, it does not have a scheme for plastic tableware. Therefore, this study aimed to understand the attitudes and behavior of people in Hong Kong toward DPT. Our study focused on undergraduate students in Hong Kong, given that they will play a significant role in the future of environmental sustainability. The attitudes and behavior of Hong Kong undergraduate students toward DPT were examined through an online survey with 385 respondents. A multiple stepwise regression was conducted to investigate whether cognitive attitude formation factors could explain the sustainable attitudes formed by undergraduate students in Hong Kong. The survey results revealed that most undergraduates considered DPT to be one of the major causes of environmental damage in Hong Kong; however, many of them, particularly those who strongly agreed with this statement, said that the problem of DPT did not affect their quality of life. The regression analysis showed that imposing a DPT charge would be the most significant driver to reduce its use. The research findings identified gaps between attitudes and behavior regarding the use of DPT and the factors influencing sustainable DPT consumption.

Kajian Konsentrasi Logam Merkuri (Hg) Pada Tanah Dan Serapan Tanaman Pangan Di Sekitar Kelurahan Poboya

Food crops are agricultural products consumed to support our daily lives. Food plants are also a source of vitamins and minerals needed by our bodies and directly play a role in improving health. Therefore, the hygiene and safety of the food we consume is very important, not to cause health problems. Soil is an importantfactor in agriculture, as a medium to grow plants and is also a part of the cycle of heavy metals. The gold mining business is often seen as the cause of environmental damage and pollution. This research was conducted at food and secondary crops farms around Poboya, where soil and plant analysis was carried out at the Laboratory of Natural Resources and Environment, Faculty of Agriculture, Tadulako University, Palu. The research was conducted from September to November 2020. The method used was survey with field observations and laboratory analysis, gradually done through pre-survey, main survey (sampling) and laboratory analysis with tactical sampling. The results showed that mercury (Hg) concentration in the sample point 1 was 0.48 - 0.52 ppm, sample point 2 was 0.62 - 0.63 ppm, sample point 3 was 0.30 - 0.35 ppm and sample point 4 is 0.25 - 0.26 ppm. While the concentration of mercury (Hg) in food crops, namely: sample point 1 is 0.31 - 0.33 ppm, sample point 2 is 0.45 - 0.48 ppm, sample point 3 is between 0.20 - 0.24 ppm and sample point 4 around 0.09 - 0.10 ppm. This shows that the content of heavy metal mercury (Hg) in the soil around Poboya has passed the tolerable threshold. Meanwhile, the concentration of mercury (Hg) in food crops at points 1 and 2 passed the critical threshold, while sample points 3 and 4 were still below the critical threshold. The farther the distance from the processing site, the less mercury content in the soil and in food crops.

Reduction of Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Total Suspended Solid (TSS) Levels in Rubber Wastewater Using Biosand Filter Reactor with Activated Carbon Media Based on the Effect of Residence Time

Wastewater from the rubber industry that is not treated optimally can be one of the causes of environmental damage. Initial concentration of COD waste rubber liquid 711 mg/l and TSS 407 mg / l. Biosand Filter with activated carbon can eliminate pathogenic bacteria by passing the sand in the filter and activated carbon will absorb organic substances. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of concentration reduction, COD and TSS, using a reactor with BioSand Filter reactor dimensions used measuring 12 cm x 12 cm x 120 cm and its effect on residence time. Filter Media used are sand, gravel, pumice and activated carbon. The research variable is the residence time in the reactor (10, 30, 50, 70, and 90 minutes). Removal efficiency after being processed using Biosand Filter technology with activated carbon media lowered the concentration of COD and TSS parameters to 93% for COD and 79% for TSS. Test the effect of residence time to reduce the levels of COD and TSS is done by regression test has a value of R2=0.7014 for COD and R2=0.681 for TSS, with tcount > ttable. the results show that the residence time of rubber wastewater in the reactor affect the decrease levels of COD and TSS, and quite effective in eliminating COD and TSS parameters.

Analisis Perbandingan Pola Penggunaan Herbisida di Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit pada Petani Swadaya KUD Karya Mandiri dalam Konservasi Vegetasi Bermanfaat

The use of herbicides in oil palm cultivation practices is one of the causes of environmental damage which results in the loss of plant species that can be utilized in natural soil conservation efforts. The role of KUD as a forum for farmer membership is very important in regulating herbicide use patterns in efforts to preserve the environment. This study aims to analyze the comparative pattern of herbicide use applied by KUD Karya Mandiri to independent smallholders in Tri Mulya Jaya Village, Kec. Gelam River, Kab. Muaro Jambi. The study was conducted on two different groups of independent smallholders (RSPO and non-RSPO) with a total sample of 40 smallholders. The observed data included: 1) Pattern of herbicide use, 2) Herbicide dosage, and 3) Useful type of vegetation. Data analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics 25 independent sample t-test method. The results showed that there were two different patterns applied by KUD Karya Mandiri to RSPO and non-RSPO farmers in using herbicides. The herbicide use pattern of RSPO farmers is regulated by the ICS KUD Karya Mandiri team. Meanwhile, non-RSPO farmers can carry out weed control freely and independently. The different patterns applied by KUD Karya Mandiri affect the doses used by farmers and the percentage of useful vegetation found in RSPO and non-RSPO farmers' gardens. The herbicide dosage used by RSPO farmers was 10.9% lower than non-RSPO farmers. The percentage of useful vegetation present in RSPO smallholders' gardens ranged from 60 - 100%, while non-RSPO gardens ranged from 0 - 88.8%. There is a correlation between the dose of herbicide used and the percentage of useful vegetation that can grow in oil palm plantations.

Environmental Ethics From Perspective Of The Quran And Sunnah

– Environmental ethics is a knowledge of ethics that is based on an ethical approach and used to respond to various environmental crises caused by human behavior. This article refers to verses of the Quran and hadiths as the basis of spiritual and environmental ethics values ​​on human interaction with the environment. It elaborates on verses and prophetic traditions that are relevant for obtaining full inspiration of concepts through interpretations and thematic hadiths. It is achieved by reading the full text without separating the context, after identifying the verses of the Quran and hadiths explored based on the context. The religion established by the Whites’ has been accused as one of the causes of environmental damage. However, despite igniting the reaction of religious refusal, it also encourages the reflection on critical theology and methods of reading sacred texts. In principle, Islam teaches environmental ethics integrated into the concepts of tawhîd, khilâfah, amanah, and akhîrah based on Quran and hadith.