Environmental Management Issues Research Articles

Application of Remote Sensing Technology in the Field of Lake Pollution Control and Monitoring

Lake pollution has always been one of the significant environmental concerns for humanity. This article explores the hazards of lake pollution and analyzes whether remote sensing technology is meaningful for monitoring and controlling lake pollution in the context of abundant remote sensing resources. The results show that remote sensing technology can help people monitor the pollution status of lakes and assess the effectiveness of their management more easily. This article investigates the role of remote sensing technology in eutrophication, organic pollution, and heavy metal contamination, along with the challenges faced. It also examines the application of remote sensing technology in lake degradation, restoration, and management. It concludes that remote sensing technology can indeed play a role in lake pollution monitoring and control, offering benefits such as reduced labor, time, and spatial costs. The article aims to find more reasonable ways to address lake pollution control and lake environmental management issues while minimizing the ecological impacts of lake pollution.

Types of organizational culture and sustainability in ecotourism businesses in southern Mexico

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to contribute to the understanding of the relationship between different types of organizational culture (hierarchical, clan or group, market or rational and adhocratic) and sustainability through three dimensions (economic, environmental and social) in ecotourism businesses in Oaxaca and Chiapas, Mexico.Design/methodology/approachIn this research 80 questionnaires were administered in the form of face-to-face interviews to ecotourism business owners'. Through a discriminant analysis and the theoretical support of the competing values framework (CVF), the prevailing types of culture were identified, and their influence was analysed through a regression analysis.FindingsThe results show that ecotourism businesses which are driven by hierarchical culture tend to have a greater focus on economic sustainability, while those businesses with a market or rational culture show a positive and significant influence on environmental sustainability. Likewise, businesses with adhocratic culture achieve sustainability holistically; however, the data reveal that clan or group culture is not associated with social sustainability.Originality/valueThis study offers empirical research that explains the relationship between organizational culture and sustainability. Additionally, it contributes to the study of environmental management issues in the ecotourism sector.

Quality, operating properties and environmental safety of automobile road in sustainable economic development (Tomsk)

Despite positive changes in the road construction associated with the implementation of national projects aimed at a significant increase in the qualitative and quantitative indicators of the road and transport infrastructure, the resource conservation, environmental protection and safety remain relevant due to insufficient attention to them. Purpose: The analysis of the relationship between quality indicators and environmental safety of the road in the sustainable development. Approach: Balance is considered between ecological, social, economic components of the road transport infrastructure. The integrated development of road construction should serve as a functional basis of this infrastructure at all stages of the life cycle: the road design, construction, operation. Research findings: The correspondence of the actual situation in regions to modern regulatory and legal documents and economic possibilities of their implementation is considered herein. The impact of construction and operational and technological means on the environment is shown for the road life cycle. It is shown that the road construction must be oriented towards the use of innovative development that improves the quality and safety of the road transport infrastructure while addressing issues of resource conservation and environmental management.

Metabolic rift theory and the complexities of water conflict between India and Pakistan: A pathway to effective environmental management

The exacerbation of the historical and geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan, largely attributed to colonial legacies, is further amplified due to climate change-induced water conflicts. These environmental management issues stemming from the climate crisis are urgent, demanding innovative and collaborative solutions. The primary aim of this article is to elucidate the complexities of the water conflict between India and Pakistan and propose more effective environmental management strategies that will ultimately foster regional peace and stability. The article applies the metabolic rift theory, a sociological approach, to comprehensively explain crisis-led ecological challenges in the Indo-Pak context. By applying this theory, the article reveals that collective environmental management strategies, particularly those aimed at water resource management, can significantly mitigate the impact of climate crisis and the related climate-induced conflicts. The study also proposes a need-based approach to environmental management, stressing the importance of having integrated water resource planning (harmoniously) shared between India and Pakistan. This includes ensuring sustainable wastewater treatment, securing freshwater quality, and guaranteeing an equitable distribution and utilization of water resources between these two nations.

Priorities and limitations of development of international scientific cooperation of circumpolar countries in the field of sustainable development of the Arctic

Aim. To identify priorities and limitations of the development of international scientific cooperation of circumpolar countries in the field of sustainable development of the Arctic.Tasks. To characterize circumpolar countries with identification of their natural, climatic and socio-economic features; to assess the impact of climate change on the sustainable development of circumpolar countries; to identify priorities for the development of international scientific cooperation in the field of sustainable development of the Arctic in the context of climate change; to identify the features of Arctic policy of circumpolar countries in modern conditions.Methods. The methodology of the presented study was developed based on its goal and the set scientific objectives. Arctic climate change is assessed by comparing a set of indicators for the period from 1971 to the present. The key priorities of the state Arctic policies of circumpolar countries are identified on the basis of the analysis of their political and program documents. The priorities for the development of international cooperation in the field of sustainable development of the Arctic are identified on the basis of the author’s works and correlated with the opinion of authoritative Arctic researchers.Results. The conducted research has shown that the rapid climate change in the Arctic has become the main challenge of natural origin to the sustainable development of circumpolar countries. The following priorities of scientific research within the framework of international cooperation of circumpolar countries in the field of sustainable development of the Arctic have been identified: first, comprehensive study of natural, anthropogenic, socio-economic processes in the Arctic; second, thorough documentation of the identified features; third, creation of a unified international database reflecting the ecological, economic, and social state of the Arctic territories; fourth, comprehensive modeling and assessment of the impact of climate change on the sustainable development of the Arctic; third, creation of a single international database reflecting the ecological, economic, and social state of the Arctic territories; third, creation of a single international database reflecting the ecological, economic, and social state of the Arctic territories; fourth, comprehensive modeling and assessment of the impact of climate change in the Arctic.Conclusions. The climate challenge of sustainable development of the Arctic territories can only be met through individual and joint efforts of all circumpolar countries. Initially, the national strategies of the circumpolar countries were based on a common aspiration: to work through close cooperation, including scientific cooperation, with international partners to achieve the common goal of creating a peaceful, economically successful and sustainable future for the Arctic. The exclusion of the Russian Federation (RF) from international scientific cooperation on issues of environmental management in the context of climate change repeatedly increases the risks of sustainable development of the Arctic territories.

Innovative Polymer Composites with Natural Fillers Produced by Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)-A Literature Review.

In recent years, plastics recycling has become one of the leading environmental and waste management issues. Along with the main advantage of plastics, which is undoubtedly their long life, the problem of managing their waste has arisen. Recycling is recognised as the preferred option for waste management, with the aim of reusing them to create new products using 3D printing. Additive manufacturing (AM) is an emerging and evolving rapid tooling technology. With 3D printing, it is possible to achieve lightweight structures with high dimensional accuracy and reduce manufacturing costs for non-standard geometries. Currently, 3D printing research is moving towards the production of materials not only of pure polymers but also their composites. Bioplastics, especially those that are biodegradable and compostable, have emerged as an alternative for human development. This article provides a brief overview of the possibilities of using thermoplastic waste materials through the application of 3D printing, creating innovative materials from recycled and naturally derived materials, i.e., biomass (natural reinforcing fibres) in 3D printing. The materials produced from them are ecological, widely available and cost-effective. Research activities related to the production of bio-based materials have gradually increased over the last two decades, with the aim of reducing environmental problems. This article summarises the efforts made by researchers to discover new innovative materials for 3D printing.

Parametric characterization of recycled polymers with nanofillers

AbstractThe increasing production of plastics and its resulting environmental problems and waste management issues have prompted stakeholders and communities to focus on reducing, recycling, and reusing plastic products at the industrial level. While many important initiatives have been launched with a circular economy perspective, there is still a lack of research on the mechanical properties of various mixtures of recycled plastics. To address this research gap, the primary objective of this study is to present a parametric investigation on the homogenization of four different types of plastics: virgin polypropylene, recycled polypropylene, recycled high‐density polyethylene, and recycled low‐density polyethylene. The study aims to develop a homogenization methodology for multimaterial plastics reinforced with carbon nanotubes, focusing on their mechanical behavior, especially the Young's modulus. The second section of the research focuses on studying the Melt Flow Index (MFI) of various mixtures of recycled plastics. By analyzing the MFI, valuable insights can be gained regarding the flow characteristics and processability of these plastic blends. Finally, the research investigates the incorporation of nanoparticles into these novel polymers to enhance their mechanical properties, with a specific emphasis on addressing the reduction in Young's modulus caused by the utilization of recycled plastics. Overall, this study aims to contribute to the understanding of the mechanical behavior and processing characteristics of recycled plastic mixtures, as well as exploring potential strategies for improving their properties through the incorporation of nanoparticles.Highlights Mechanical and processing properties of Plastic blends are not studied yet. Proposing parametrical homogenization formulas to predict such properties. Mechanical properties obtained are low and not suitable for structural purposes Adding to the blend carbon nanotubes to increase their properties. Properties are increased up to 11 times for recycled plastics blend.

Bridging resource disparities for sustainable development: A comparative analysis of resource-rich and resource-scarce countries

This paper aims to investigate the disparities between resource-rich and resource-scarce countries and their profound implications for sustainable development. By analyzing the distinctive resource endowments of these countries, we highlight the capacity of resource-rich countries to effectively manage and utilize resources for sustainable development, leading to various benefits such as investment opportunities, economic advantages, and significant social and environmental impacts. Conversely, resource-scarce countries face multiple challenges including environmental problems, inadequate infrastructure, poverty, social inequality, environmental destruction, and climate change. These disparities underscore the critical importance of addressing the resource divide for sustainable development. In this context, we emphasize the need for resource-rich countries to focus on improving living standards, providing employment opportunities, and ensuring social security. Simultaneously, resource-scarce countries must strengthen their management of environmental issues and public health to enhance the overall quality of life. To address environmental concerns, resource-rich countries should adopt measures to minimize the negative impact of resource exploitation and environmental pollution. Similarly, resource-scarce countries should prioritize the promotion of environmentally friendly development to mitigate environmental damage and effectively tackle climate change. Additionally, it is imperative for all countries to enhance research and development efforts, as well as the utilization of both new and traditional energy sources, to achieve sustainable development.

PERANAN PERBANKAN PADA PENERAPAN GREEN BUSINESS DAN SUSTAINABILITY DEVELOPMENT

Various things related to greening are increasingly becoming a trend in society. Starting from green labels, green products, green packaging, green consumers, green business, green banking, and so on. All of this is closely related to environmental management issues that have become market demands for environmental safety and sustainability. The greening movement is also happening in banking with the terminology "green banking."Green banking is an activity that mainly leads to sustainability, namely by making environmental protection efforts by promoting a green environment (sustainability) and social investment responsibility. Support from the banking industry through green banking, in actively contributing to environmental protection and management efforts needs to be followed up by preparing legal instruments, providing information, organizing education and socialization, and joint research.

The Role of Buildings in Rural Areas: Trends, Challenges, and Innovations for Sustainable Development

Rural buildings represent the functional relationship between rural communities and agricultural land. Therefore, research on rural buildings has practical repercussions on environmental and socio-economic sustainability. Comprehensive state-of-the-art research on rural buildings may address research activities. We present a systematic review of the scientific research between 2000 and 2022 based on the PRISMA protocol. Five main topics were identified. The results showed that the primary research focus was production (25.1%) and environmental management issues (23.2%). However, construction and efficiency are rapidly taking centre stage (20.6%). Regarding sustainability (20.8%), life cycle assessment, green buildings, recycling and global warming should be the future research focus. Energy efficiency will benefit from studies on thermal energy. More research on engineering and technologies (10.3%), specifically remote and automatic detection and transport in rural areas, will increase cost efficiency. The results may help improve the global efficiency of rural buildings in a modern farming system.

Alternative ecotourism perspectives within the protected conservation sites and farming communities amid environmental degradation and climate change-bound rural exercises

PurposeThis study aims to examine the latent capability of alternative-responsible tourism and ecotourism management in sustainable tourism and rural communities' livelihoods in Musina Municipality in Limpopo Province, South Africa, and benchmark the capability with other African countries amid climate change and environmental degradation dilemmas. Hence, the aforementioned objective coordinates with various agrarian locations elsewhere abroad.Design/methodology/approachLiterature reviews, document reviews, interviews, and focus group discussions were employed to gather data, which was enriched by field observation views. To this end, potential climate change-linked environmental degradation, rural tourism, agricultural, and environmental management issues came to the fore.FindingsEnvironmental degradation poses a possible threat to natural resource management, as evidenced by the rural development, ecotourism and agricultural activities within the study region. Thereupon, environmental degradation supplements the probability of adverse effects from climate change and precarious incomes. According to the research, responsible tourism and ecotourism are vital to promoting sustainability in rural localities.Originality/valueThe plenteous biodiversity of the municipality offers a better scenario for sustainable ecotourism in tandem with agritourism efforts to address the identified ongoing and liability issues. These issues have therefore symbolized the need for an adequate and allied tourism strategy to boost the local people in Musina Municipality and, conceivably, throughout the continent.

Effectiveness and challenge of environmental impact assessment in industrial park, a case study in Northeast rust belt China

The conventional rough-and-tumble pattern of industrial development in the northeast has severely affected China's sustainable development in recent years. As a result, the industrial park emerged and prospered with the advantages of clear industrial positioning, optimized functional layout and complete support facilities. Nonetheless, for the environmental management of industrial parks, environmental impact assessment (EIA) should be better applied as an upstream environmental protection means. Thus, in three aspects, this study summarizes the research on EIA in the world and analyzes the effectiveness and development of EIA in Northeast China. First, this study analyzed the status and trends of international research in EIA, based on the Web of Science database and the CiteSpace scientometric software. The number of papers continues to rise. Some countries collaborate closely and bring forth new ideas. Research focuses on environmental management, EIA methodology, and energy issues. Research hotspots are public participation and life cycle methods. Second, to specifically investigate the effectiveness of the EIA of the Northeast Industrial Park in recent years has been profitable for the improvement of the Northeast EIA system and for promoting the environmental management approach of the EIA at the micro level. It has been demonstrated that the effect of 70% EIA implementation is relatively significant with high effectiveness. Third, using a SWOT analysis approach, it aims to identify internal strengths and weaknesses, external opportunities and challenges in the development of the Northeast Industrial Park EIA, and propose a future development strategy for the Northeast Industrial Park EIA at the macro level.

Groundwater potentiality delineation in Moghra, Egypt

To enhance the role of groundwater and to improve its management, a methodology for assessing groundwater potential is applied to many regions of Egypt with shared and non-shared aquifers. Groundwater potentialityrefers to the amount of storage that exists in the aquifers. In this research, delineation of groundwater potential zones mapping methodology was applied to the West Delta fringes up to El-Dabaa road and Moghra region as a case study. Currently, in West Nile Delta fringes, existing land reclamation projects depending on non-renewable groundwater faced various environmental management issues, as a result of the dynamic agricultural and urbanization process in the area such as a decline in groundwater levels and deterioration of its quality. In the study, field investigations and GIS (geographic information system) were utilized to generate the main hydrogeological parameters; lithology, geomorphology, topography, soil classification, drainage density, land use, saturated thickness, groundwater levels, and groundwater salinity. The results indicated that the groundwater potential zones were delineated moderate potential, low, and very low. The results are helpful tools for planning and management of groundwater sources. The study recommended continuous monitoring the change in hydrogeological parameters in the study area especially depth to water, salinity and groundwater extraction due to continues development. The total and available potentials should also be estimated, using numerical model to evaluate those potentials now and in the future.

Acquisition and use of Environmental Education in Solid Waste Management Practices

Environmental issues are becoming more multifaceted and difficult to manage, and with the preponderance of pollution shifting toward problems caused by individuals and small entities, a stronger and wider public understanding of environmental management and related issues is a growing necessity. This study identifies contents of environmental education in solid waste management (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle) and assesses the recycling interests of households through a participatory assessment. Using a survey questionnaire that addressed five stages of environmental literacy; (awareness, knowledge, understanding, attitude and skills) as well as solid waste generation, disposal and management, a multistage sampling technique was adopted for data collection. The probability sampling was used to draw 1,230 respondents not less than 18 years of age in selected households from three local government areas, classified into high, medium and low density areas. A correlation test was used to determine the relationship between the knowledge of respondents about waste management and their waste management practices. Findings showed that the knowledge for employing reduction/avoidance, reuse and recycling methods was acquired at a tender age through parents, siblings or relations, and at school. Findings also showed no significant relationship between the knowledge of respondents about the content of Environmental Education (EE) and their waste management practices with a coefficient correlation of 0.107 and p: 0.552 > 0.05. Furthermore, the assessment showed that 96% of the individuals were interested in recycling. Deploying environmental education has a significant impact on waste management practices and early childhood knowledge acquisition is vital to environmental education.

Implementasi Aplikasi Informasi Kajian Islami di Masjid Nurul Iman

Environmental issues in the target municipalities are issues that affect the sustainability of the municipalities' own future development processes, namely waste disposal (environmental management) issues. This activity aims to provide an understanding that a healthy environment is the fulfillment of the rights earned by communities, and the concept of the right to a good environment to develop useful and profitable waste management skills. It is intended to be offered to eligible partners for devotion. and be healthy yourself. The method used consists of a preparation phase, an implementation phase, and a reporting phase. During the implementation phase, Abdimas activities are carried out using socialization and demonstration techniques. Socialization occurs through the engagement of performance goal partners and actively and interactively between resource personnel and participants. The resource officer stressed that a healthy environment is the realization of the rights that communities have earned. In the demonstration, food waste composting technology (Takakura technology) was introduced to reduce waste in the community target area. This Abdimas action went according to plan.

The Role of Green Activity-Based Costing in Achieving Sustainability Development: Evidence From Iraq

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the effects of applying green activity-based costing (GABC) on the Sustainability Development of companies. Theoretical framework: The theoretical framework included highlight on environmental issues, and the role of Modern methods of Cost and managerial accounting in reducing the harmful effects of industrial waste. Design/methodology/approach: there are variety of reasons to carry out the study; including regulatory compliance, sustainable consumption, public perception, potential competitive advantages, and the impact of Sustainability Development on economic performance, stakeholders are urging or requiring organizations to be more ecologically conscious with regard to their products and operations. In order to accomplish the study's goals, it was implemented at the Basra Oil Refinery and based on actual data from the study sample's activity. method was relied upon distribution of costs based on green activity, the identification of its effects on the facility's Sustainability Development, and the creation of a model for the use of GABC. Findings: According to the results of the experimental study, the study's findings that GABC may be used to assign expenditures based on green activity and to show how it affects both economic and Sustainability Development. Research, Practical & Social implications: Because all manufacturing and consumption activities have some sort of negative impact on the environment during the creation, use, and disposal phases of their respective value chains, environmental management issues have recently been linked to the economy. Originality/value: The research value of our current study, by employ modern methods of commissioning accounting in Iraqi manufacturing companies.

Space conservation: a plea for urgency

AbstractJoanne Wheeler and colleagues review the history of space sustainability challenges and discuss urgent contemporary issues in the effective environmental management of space

EXTRUSION OF 3D PRINTING FILAMENT FROM WASTE PLASTIC

In recent times, the issue of plastic recycling has become one of the leading issues of environmental protection and waste management. Polymer materials have been found an application in many areas of daily life and industry. Along with their extended use, the problem of plastic waste appeared because, after withdrawal from use, they became persistent and noxious wastes. The possibility of reusing polymeric materials gives the possibility of valorization a second life and enables effective waste utilization to obtain consumable products. The 3D printing market is a well-growing sector. Printable filaments can be made from a variety of thermoplastic materials, including those from recycling. The production of filaments for 3D printers from recycled polymers is the alternative present approach. The possibility of recycling basic thermoplastic materials. Key Words: 3D Printing, Filament, Recycling, Polymer, Plastic, Waste Management, Extruder.

Using Simple LSTM Models to Evaluate Effects of a River Restoration on Groundwater in Kushiro Wetland, Hokkaido, Japan

Wetland ecosystems with proper functioning provide various ecosystem services. Therefore, their conservation and restoration are of fundamental importance for sustainable development. This study used a deep learning model for groundwater level prediction to evaluate a wetland restoration project implemented in the Kushiro Wetland in Japan. The Kushiro Wetland had been degraded due to river improvement work. However, in 2010, a wetland restoration project was carried out to restore the meandering river channel, and a decade has passed since its completion. In this study, the wetland restoration project was evaluated by comparing the response of the groundwater level using a model that reproduced physical conditions with different characteristics before and after the restoration. At first, a deep learning model was created to predict groundwater levels pre- and post-restoration of a meandering river channel using observation data. Long short-term memory (LSTM) was used as the deep learning model. The most important aspect of this study was that LSTM was trained for each of the pre- and post-restoration periods when the hydrological and geological characteristics changed due to the river channel’s restoration. The trained LSTM model achieved high performance with a prediction error of the groundwater levels within 0.162 m at all observation points. Next, the LSTM models trained with the observation data of the post-restoration period were applied to evaluate the effectiveness of the meandering channel restoration. The results indicated that the meandering channel restoration improved hydrological processes in groundwater levels, i.e., their rainfall response and average groundwater water levels. Furthermore, the variable importance analysis of the explanatory variables in the LSTM model showed that river discharge and precipitation significantly contributed to groundwater level recovery in the Kushiro Wetland. These results indicated that the LSTM model could learn the differences in hydrological and geological characteristics’ changes due to channel restoration to groundwater levels. Furthermore, LSTM is a data-driven deep learning model, and by learning hydrological and geological conditions to identify factors that may affect groundwater levels, LSTM has the potential to become a powerful analysis method that can be used for environmental management and conservation issues.

The role of COP26 commitment and technological innovation in depletion of natural resources: Evidence from BRICS countries

Recently, twenty sixty Conference of the Parties (COP26) related to climate change provided guidelines for reducing the harmful emissions that affect the environmental and natural resources management. These environmental and natural resources management issue need researchers' attention. Hence, the current article examines the factor of environmental degradation such as carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and methane emissions and technology innovation's impact on the natural resources management in BRICS countries. The article has also taken industrialization as the control variable. The article has used the secondary data extracted from World Development Indicators (WDI) from 2001 to 2020. The research has applied the Cross-Sectionally Autoregressive Distributed Lag (CS-ARDL) technique to examine the linkage among the variables. The results indicated that the CO2 emissions, methane emissions, economic growth and industrialization have a positive and significant, while technology innovation has a negative and significant linkage with natural resources depletion in BRICS countries. This research helps the upcoming studies in examining this area in the future and also guides the regulators to formulate effective policies to implement the COP26 commitments to reduce climate change and improve the natural resources management.