Environmental Resilience Research Articles

Soil biodiversity is essential for building environmental resilience

Soil biodiversity is essential for building environmental resilience The School of Agriculture and Environment and Institute of Agriculture at the University of Western Australia recognise the importance of soil biodiversity in managing soil conditions and building resilience against environmental changes. Soil is a biodiversity ‘hotspot.’ The diversity of organisms in soil is even greater than that found in above-ground ecosystems. Soil biodiversity is dictated by its surroundings, and the communities present comprise groups of organisms that are interdependent. Indeed, soil organisms are represented in all six Kingdoms (Monera, Archaea, Protista, Fungi, Animalia, and Plantae) and fulfill key roles in important processes relevant to soil health, including those that regulate global nutrient and climate cycles.

Coupled Climate–Environment–Society–Ecosystem Resilience Coordination Analytical Study—A Case Study of Zhejiang Province

The aim of this paper is to evaluate the coupled coordination degree of climate, environmental, socio-economic, and ecosystem resilience in Zhejiang Province from 2010 to 2022 and to propose optimization strategies. With the increasing impact of global climate change, the need to explore the construction of resilient cities and sustainable development models has become increasingly pressing. Assessing the coupled coordination among climate, environment, socio-economic, and ecosystem resilience aids in suggesting more precise and effective social and ecological recovery strategies in the context of climate change. Zhejiang Province, serving as a model for China’s urbanization development, demonstrates a balance between the natural environment, economic growth, and social development but still suffers from ecological and environmental pollution problems. In this study, an evaluation system was constructed utilizing the entropy weight method (EWM), and the coupled coordination among climate, environmental, socio-economic, and ecosystem resilience in Zhejiang Province was empirically analyzed over the period from 2010 to 2022. The results show that (1) the climatic-environmental, socio-economic, and ecological subsystems of cities in Zhejiang Province generally show an upward trend, despite fluctuations over different periods. (2) The climatic-environmental-social-ecological system resilience of the cities in Zhejiang Province increased as a whole, and six cities (Hangzhou: 0.805, Quzhou: 0.811, Huzhou: 0.827, Taizhou: 0.829, Wenzhou: 0.856, and Jinhua: 0.857) reached the “well-coordinated” level by 2022; however, the coupling coordination of Jiaxing City and Lishui City decreased from good to intermediate coordination. (3) The coupled coordination degree of climatic-environmental-social-ecological system resilience generally stagnated in each city during 2020–2022. Thus, the climate change adaptation strategy proposed in this study aims to enhance urban adaptive capacity to climate change impacts by controlling pollutant emissions, restoring ecosystems, optimizing industrial structures, and designing urban green spaces.

Sustainable tourism development and Indigenous protected and conserved areas in sub-arctic Canada

Rural and northern Indigenous communities across Canada are pursuing new Indigenous-led conservation partnerships with Crown governments as critical alternatives to Western conservation and extractive industries regimes. Colonial conservation policies and industrial development continue to displace Indigenous Peoples from their ancestral territories, with great consequences to land-based economies, food security, and knowledges. Indigenous-led conservation is an umbrella term used to describe a variety of initiatives that includes Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas. Indigenous communities lead the creation, management, and stewardship of these protected areas, which are guided by localized knowledge and priorities. This creates unique opportunities to build new and bolster existing tourism businesses with sustainable socio-economic, cultural, and environmental outcomes. Our research examines Indigenous-led conservation and tourism in the Dene/Métis community of Fort Providence, Northwest Territories, located adjacent to Canada's first official Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area, Edéhzhíe. Guided by Indigenous methodologies and collaborative approaches, this paper presents the analysis of 23 semi-structured interviews with Elders, knowledgeable land users, and community members. While tourism development in the community is currently limited, our results indicate that participants are hopeful about the contributions of Edéhzhíe and tourism to sustainable economies, cultural resurgence, and environmental stewardship in the surrounding communities. Participants demonstrate that Indigenous-led conservation and tourism have the potential to challenge existing colonial, capitalist land use regimes and foster Indigenous governance, reconciliatory processes, and environmental resiliency. Our findings can be used by other Indigenous communities to inform conservation and sustainable development goals related to regional tourism economies.

Evaluation of Green Infrastructure Benefits in Urban Areas in Paris

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the evaluation of green infrastructure benefits in urban areas in Paris. Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: An evaluation of green infrastructure benefits in urban Paris found that parks and street trees effectively mitigate urban heat island effects and improve air quality by reducing pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter. Recommendations emphasize integrating green infrastructure into urban planning to sustain these benefits and promote environmental resilience, highlighting its critical role in enhancing urban livability and sustainability in Paris. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Ecosystem services framework, social-ecological Systems (SES) theory & urban political ecology (UPE may be used to anchor future studies on the evaluation of green infrastructure benefits in urban areas in Paris. Foster interdisciplinary collaboration between urban planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, and social researchers to enhance the design, implementation, and management of green infrastructure projects. Advocate for policy frameworks that integrate green infrastructure into urban planning and development strategies at local, regional, and national levels. This includes incentivizing green infrastructure adoption through financial incentives, tax breaks, and regulatory support.

Comparative Genomic and Functional Analyses for Insights into Pantoea agglomerans Strains Adaptability in Diverse Ecological Niches.

Pantoea agglomerans inhabit diverse ecological niches, ranging from epiphytes and endophytes in plants, body of animals, and occasionally in the human system. This multifaceted bacterium contributes substantially to plant growth promotion, stress resilience, and biocontrol but can also act as a pathogen to its host. The genetic determinants underlying these diverse functions remain largely unfathomed and to uncover this phenomenon,nineteenstrains ofPantoea agglomeranswere selected and analyzed. Genome-to-Genome Distance Calculator (GGDC) which uses the Genome Blast Distance Phylogeny (GBDP) technique to calculate digital DDH values.Phylogenetic analysis via Genome-to-Genome distance, Average Nucleotide Identity, and Amino Acid Identity calculation revealed that all strains belonged to the genusPantoea. However, strain 33.1 had a lower value than the threshold for the same species delineation. Bacterial Pan Genome Analysis (BPGA) Pipeline and MinPath analysis revealed genetic traits associated with environmental resilience, such as oxidative stress, UV radiation, temperature extremes, and metabolism of distinct host-specific carbohydrates. Protein-protein interactome analysis illustrated osmotic stress proteins closely linked with core proteins, while heavy metal tolerance, nitrogen metabolism, and Type III and VI secretion systems proteins generally associated with pathogenicity formed a separate network, indicating strain-specific characteristics. These findings shed new light on the intricate genetic architecture ofPantoea agglomerans, revealing its adaptability to inhabit diverse niches and thrive in varied environments.

Asian Diaspora: Understanding Toronto Public Spaces Through Art and Performances

In this article, I explore how art can help Asian immigrants in Ontario understand the public spaces and the community of Toronto. Using Shusterman’s Pragmatist Aesthetics as a theoretical framework, this study asks: How does navigating and responding to issues of equity, inclusion, and environmental resiliency foster residents’ understanding? The study is based on field research that involved a series of improvised art and performance activities in Toronto’s outdoor public spaces from February 2022 to May 2022. I argue that art can enable individuals to recognize and challenge the inequity in public places and develop relational understandings and practices that can inform public policy and inspire further research and action. The findings reveal that participants’ social interactions through artmaking in public spaces enhanced their personal growth, learning, and creativity, connecting their everyday lives with formal education. This article highlights the impact of diasporic experiences in shaping the process of placemaking within these spaces.

Does the digital economy enhance common prosperity? Examining the mediating influence of resilience in environmental investment

BackgroundThe link between the digital economy and prosperity is well established. However, the mechanism underlying the relationship between the digital economy and common prosperity is yet to be investigated. Study rationale and purposeThe main purpose of this study is to address this mechanism by examining the extent to which the digital economy has optimized regional investments in protecting the environment, particularly the resilience of environmental investment, thus influencing common prosperity. We draw upon insights from the fault tolerance and social inclusion theories to develop a model that illuminates how the digital economy enhances common prosperity through the resilience of environmental investment. MethodsWe used econometric, gray predictive modeling methods for data analysis. We propose environmental investment resilience, including flexibility and stability, as a mediating mechanism through which the digital economy can improve common prosperity. This study selected Chinese cities in 2010–2021 as a sample for the experiment and employed a difference-in-differences model to examine whether the digital economy enhances regional common prosperity. Principal findingsThe results show that the digital economy improves common prosperity through the resilience of environmental investment. Specifically, the digital economy enhances the flexibility and stability that are two indicators of resilience in environmental investments, which in turn enhances the level of common prosperity. Moreover, the relationship between environmental investment resilience and common prosperity is strengthened by inaugurating a high-speed rail. In addition, this relationship is weakened in an aging population. Finally, we focused on environmental investment efficiency using a gray prediction model. The results show that environmental investment efficiency generally shows an upward trend in fluctuation, which proves the robustness of our results.

Effects of actinomycetes on the growth, antioxidant and genes expression in Fritillaria taipaiensis P. Y. li

F. taipaiensis P. Y. Li represents a significant asset within traditional Chinese medicinal flora, though it confronts the challenge of germplasm deterioration during its cultivation phase. This study aimed to discern the implications of single strains or combinations of diverse growth-promoting actinomycetes on the growth metrics, antioxidant competence and pertinent gene expression in the leaves of F. taipaiensis. The result revealed that the malondialdehyde content within the plant's leaves notably diminished in the treatment groups compared to the CK group, with the S6 group showcasing the most pronounced malondialdehyde reduction, amounting to approximately one-third of the CK's value. Leaf area, length and width peaked in the S5 cohort, registering values 4.55, 2.46 and 1.85 times surpassing the CK group. Concurrently, plant height and stem thickness were maximal in the S6 group, being 2.29 and 1.75 times that of the CK group, whereas leaf thickness reached its zenith in the S7 group, marking a 2.17-fold elevation compared to the CK. Photosynthetic pigments, soluble sugars and soluble proteins in the leaves, exhibited augmentation across the inoculated groups to varying magnitudes. Specifically, the S5 group was superior in photosynthetic metrics and pigments, while the S6 group manifested the highest soluble sugar concentration, which was 1.35 times that of the CK. The S3 group demonstrated the pinnacle of soluble protein content, an impressive 5.86-fold increment relative to the CK group. The enzymatic activities of superoxide dismutase, peroxidase and catalase, along with their affiliated gene expressions, were observably augmented in the inoculated groups, with the S5 group standing out. To encapsulate, the actinomycete inoculation holds potential in fostering the growth and maturation of F. taipaiensis, amplifying its environmental resilience. The revelations from this study extend valuable insights for the judicious choice of microbial fertilizers in the cultivated propagation of Fritillaria taipaiensis P. Y. Li.

Gut Microbial Adaptation to Varied Altitudes and Temperatures in Tibetan Plateau Yaks.

The yak (Bos grunniens) exhibits exceptional regional adaptability, enabling it to thrive in the distinctive ecological niches of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Its survival relies on the intricate balance of its intestinal microbiome, essential for adapting to harsh environmental conditions. Despite the documented significance of bacteria and fungi in maintaining intestinal homeostasis and supporting immune functions, there is still a substantial gap in understanding how the composition and functionality of yak gut microbiota vary along altitude-temperature gradients. This study aims to fill this gap by employing 16S rRNA and ITS amplicon sequencing techniques to analyze and compare the intestinal microbiome of yaks residing at different elevations and exposed to varying temperatures. The findings demonstrate subtle variations in the diversity of intestinal bacteria and fungi, accompanied by significant changes in taxonomic composition across various altitudes and temperature gradients. Notably, Firmicutes, Actinobacteriota, and Bacteroidota emerged as the dominant phyla across all groups, with Actinobacteriota exhibiting the highest proportion (35.77%) in the LZF group. Functional prediction analysis revealed significant associations between the LZF group and metabolic pathways related to amino acid metabolism and biosynthesis. This suggests a potential role for actinomycetes in enhancing nutrient absorption and metabolism in yaks. Furthermore, our findings suggest that the microbiota of yaks may enhance energy metabolism and catabolism by modulating the Firmicutes-to-Bacteroidota ratio, potentially mitigating the effects of temperature variations. Variations in gut bacterial and fungal communities among three distinct groups were analyzed using metagenomic techniques. Our findings indicate that microbial genera exhibiting significant increases in yaks at lower altitudes are largely beneficial. To sum up, our research investigated the changes in gut bacterial and fungal populations of yaks residing across diverse altitude and temperature ranges. Moreover, these results enhance comprehension of gut microbial makeup and variability, offering perspectives on the environmental resilience of dry lot feeding yaks from a microbial angle.

GREEN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (GMS): AN OVERVIEW OF INTEGRATED ORGANIZATIONAL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

As worldwide concerns about environmental sustainability grow, firms are increasingly turning to Sustainable Green Management Systems (SGMS) to reduce their environmental impact while enhancing operational efficiency, which includes emissions, effluent discharge, waste disposal, and energy efficiency, as a result of growing global concern over climate change and widespread awareness of environmental sustainability and cleaner production. This article provides a all-inclusive view of how GMS serves as a pivotal strategy for achieving Organizational Sustainable Development (OSD), encompassing environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic resilience. It investigates integrated approaches within SGMS, focusing on their conceptual frameworks, implementation methodologies, and potential implications for organizational sustainability. The research dives into the theoretical foundations of integrated approaches within SGMS, revealing the synergistic integration of Socio-economic elements. Organizations adopting a holistic view attempt to match their business objectives with sustainable practices, supporting long-term viability and resilience in a rapidly changing global landscape. This study investigates into the potential Merits and Demerits of using an integrated SGMS, While increased environmental performance, company reputation, and regulatory compliance are significant benefits, firms face challenges such as high initial investment costs, complex stakeholder dynamics, and restricted technology capabilities. This article provides helpful ideas for firms looking to implement integrated techniques in their SGMS. These include developing a sustainable culture, harnessing technical advancements, forming strategic collaborations, and adopting a long-term approach to sustainability integration.

Environmental regulation and marine economic resilience: An institutional synergy perspective

Growing economic and industrial activities have put a large strain on the marine environment and ecosystem, presenting the marine economy with a tradeoff between economic expansion and environmental conservation. Though the Porter hypothesis depicts a win-win situation, it is crucial to consider the conditions under which environmental regulations generate positive effects. This paper is to study how the synergy between market-based and government-based environmental regulations affects marine economic resilience, whereas maintaining economic resilience is a prerequisite for promoting innovation and productivity. The findings indicate that each 1 % increase in the synergistic level of environmental regulations resulted in a 0.234 % improvement in marine economic resilience. The heterogeneity tests indicate that the relationship is still significant if the marine economy characterizes high industrial diversity, high industrial upgrading, and large scale, while environmental regulation in coastal provinces that marine industrial structure is not advanced negatively affects marine economic resilience.

The extremotolerant desert moss Syntrichia caninervis is a promising pioneer plant for colonizing extraterrestrial environments

Many plans to establish human settlements on other planets focus on adapting crops to growth in controlled environments. However, these settlements will also require pioneer plants that can grow in the soils and harsh conditions found in extraterrestrial environments, such as those on Mars. Here, we report the extraordinary environmental resilience of Syntrichia caninervis, a desert moss that thrives in various extreme environments. S.caninervis has remarkable desiccation tolerance; even after losing >98% of its cellular water content, it can recover photosynthetic and physiological activities within seconds after rehydration. Intact plants can tolerate ultra-low temperatures and regenerate even after being stored in a freezer at -80°C for 5 years or in liquid nitrogen for 1month. S.caninervis also has super-resistance to gamma irradiation and can survive and maintain vitality in simulated Mars conditions; i.e., when simultaneously exposed to an anoxic atmosphere, extreme desiccation, low temperatures, and intense UV radiation. Our study shows that S.caninervis is among the most stress tolerant organisms. This work provides fundamental insights into the multi-stress tolerance of the desert moss S.caninervis, a promising candidate pioneer plant for colonizing extraterrestrial environments, laying the foundation for building biologically sustainable human habitats beyond Earth.

Effectiveness of No-till Farming, Cover Cropping, and Crop Rotation in Improving the Sustainability of the Agricultural Sector in West Java

This study explores the effectiveness of three sustainable agriculture practices—No-till Farming, Cover Crops, and Crop Rotation—in enhancing the sustainability of the agricultural sector in West Java, Indonesia. Using structural equation modeling (SEM-PLS) to analyze survey data from 180 farmers, the study reveals positive relationships between each practice and sustainability outcomes. Cover Cropping emerges as particularly impactful, followed by No-till Farming and Crop Rotation. These findings emphasize the critical role of integrating these practices into agricultural policies and extension programs to bolster environmental resilience and economic viability across West Java.

IMPLEMENTATION OF GREEN MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES IN MANUFACTURING

The relevance of the research is driven by the increasing importance of implementing green management principles in manufacturing in the modern world, where environmental sustainability and production resilience have become key objectives for businesses. The outlined variability is driven by a range of trends that shape and continually expand the significance of applying the GREEN concept. This is due to the strengthening ability of enterprises or even entire sectors of the economy to ensure the production of goods or services with minimal negative impact on the environment, thus providing long-term stability. The article aims to identify how GREEN management can be implemented in production systems and processes of economic entities. According to research, it has been confirmed that the fundamental principles of GREEN management (such as waste minimization, maximization of energy efficiency, achieving zero environmental impact, and fostering green innovations) are considered crucial means of ensuring environmentally sustainable and efficient production. Furthermore, the specification of GREEN management principles reveals their complexity and the need for a comprehensive approach to their implementation. It has been proven that a comprehensive approach encompasses not only the implementation of specific green practices and technologies but also their integration into the culture and management systems of the enterprise. Additionally, emphasis is placed on the importance of the sustainability of such practices over time and the need for continuous auditing and support from the leadership and all levels of the organization. The research highlights the significance of the widespread implementation of environmentally friendly methods in manufacturing processes. This means that all aspects of production and supply should adopt green practices and technologies to reduce waste, optimize resources, and mitigate environmental impact. The practical significance of the research lies in confirming the importance and relevance of GREEN management principles for modern producers and in laying the groundwork for the development of a systematic approach to their implementation and support.

Professional Coaching among Trainers and Sports Adaptability among Students in an Institute in China

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the level of sports coaching professionalism exhibited by the PE instructors and the sports adaptability of students. Profile of the student respondents, their assessment on their instructors’level of sports coaching professionalism, their current level of sports adaptability, differences in their assessments when their profile is taken as test factor, and the relationship between the instructors’level of sports coaching professionalism and the students’level of sports adaptability were also determined. The questionnaire was administered to a sample of 378 students. The result indicates that instructors exhibited a high level of sports coaching professionalism as assessed by the student respondents. And students exhibited a high level of sports adaptability based on their own assessment. Moreover, the result indicates that the level of sports coaching professionalism of instructors in terms of specialized training, exclusivity, adherence to a code of ethics, acquisition of specific credentials, and coach-student relationships were found to be significantly correlated to a very high degree with the students’level of sports adaptability specifically in terms of environmental adaptability, practice adaptability, perceptual-cognitive skills, and psychological resilience. This is taken to mean that the level of sports coaching professionalism of instructors can have a great impact on the students’level of sports adaptability. The findings of this study helped the researcher on the proposed development plan to further enhance the role of professional sports coaching in improving sports adaptability among the students.

Exploring society‐to‐cells resilience among community members: A multidisciplinary study in outpatient clinics with diverse participant demographics

AbstractAimThis study explores and understands community members' resilience in outpatient clinics, considering various dimensions and types of resilience.DesignA cross‐sectional study.MethodsThis study was conducted in Saudi outpatient clinics from September to December 2023 and included 384 individuals chosen through systematic random sampling. Various tools were used, such as Social Cohesion and Trust Scale, Community Resilience Assessment Tool, Community Assessment of Psychic Experiences, Environmental Resilience Assessment, Economic Resilience Index, Connor‐Davidson Resilience Scale, Brief Resilience Scale, Resilience Scale for Adults and Healthcare Resilience Index.ResultsParticipants displayed a robust overall resilience level, as indicated by Total Connor–Davidson Resilience Scale score of 63.0 ± 9.0. Additionally, they demonstrated commendable levels of resilience in Total Brief Resilience Scale (56.04 ± 8.6), Resilience Scale for Adults (82.5 ± 7.2) and Healthcare Resilience Index (45.8 ± 5.5). These findings offer significant insights into psychological and emotional well‐being of the study population, highlighting their adaptive capacities and coping mechanisms across various life domains.ConclusionThis study provides valuable insights into the multidimensional nature of resilience in outpatient settings. The cross‐sectional design sets the groundwork for future longitudinal investigations, highlighting the need for a holistic approach to understanding and promoting resilience.ImpactThis study holds immediate implications for participants and their communities. It underscores the adaptive capacities and coping mechanisms prevalent in the outpatient population by revealing commendable resilience levels. This insight enhances individuals' psychological and emotional well‐being, contributing positively to the overall resilience and communal strength. Additionally, this study sheds light on how resilience among community members in Saudi Arabia relates to international advanced nursing communities, providing insight into their work.Patient or Public ContributionPatients who have received outpatient services in the past 6 months were purposively chosen to ensure a diverse representation across age, gender and socio‐economic backgrounds in this study.

Policy analysis for informing climate adaptation, environmental resilience, and irrigation demands in the Rio Grande Basin

Water policymakers internationally face the challenge of adapting to climate, supporting environmental resource needs, and meeting irrigation demands for food security in the world's arid and semi-arid regions. Much recent work has assessed the economic performance of environmental river flows to support endangered species habitat protection. However, little published work to date has systematically formulated and applied methods to identify the economic performance of various policy measures that adapt to climate, support endangered species, and meet irrigation demands for water. This work's original contribution with international relevance is to address those gaps by identifying the economic performance of various water shortage sharing methods for handling climate water stress while supporting protection of critical habitat to protect the endangered Southwestern willow flycatcher (Empidonax traillii extimus) along with Willow tree (Salix bonplandiana) habitat in the middle part of the Rio Grande Basin in North America, a region facing a number of conflicts between commercial uses of water and protection of key ecological assets. It develops a hydroeconomic optimization model containing information on crop water use and endangered species requirements in that region to identify the economic performance of three climate adaptation policy scenarios for handling water shortages while respecting endangered species habitat protection requirements. Results show how water shortages as well as policy responses for handing those shortages affect the economic value of water in agriculture for food security both with and without critical habitat to support the endangered flycatcher. This work's international relevance comes from its capacity to inform policy debates on the costs of protecting endangered species habitat under various climate scenarios and climate policy adaptation measures. Findings provide a general framework to address existing gaps in understanding and measuring the economic performance of measures to promote environmental resilience.

Geotechnical Study for Assessing Slope Stability at the Proposed Weito Dam Site in Ethiopia: Implications for Environmental Sustainability and Resilience

There is a proposed dam at Weito in Ethiopia’s Southern Nations Nationalities and People Regional State. This embankment-type dam primarily serves irrigation purposes. Weito’s proposed dam’s slope stability is the primary focus of this investigation. The objective is to assess the geological and geotechnical conditions influencing slope stability using the slope mass rating (SMR) classification system. This study examined various slope stability parameters. Uniaxial compressive strength, rock quality designation, joint condition, discontinuity spacing, joint orientation, and groundwater conditions were measured. An analysis of field data, including geological structures and lithology, was used to generate a structural discontinuity map. The slope mass rating was calculated to assess rock mass stability. The study area was examined for faults, joints, fractures, and shear zones during fieldwork. Schmidt hammer tests indicated a range of 10.5–50 MPa uniaxial compressive strength. Rock quality designation values were also within 72.5% to 95%. Additionally, the joint spacing of rocks varied from 3.95 cm to 47.5 cm. Rock mass ratings ranged from 39% to 62%. The study contributes to the understanding of the geological conditions at the Weito dam site and ensures the dam’s safe design and construction.

Research on the Capability to Prevent Returning to Poverty and Its Enhancement Path for the Ecologically Fragile Areas: A Case Study of Enshi Prefecture

According to the strategic plan for rural revitalization and the consolidation of poverty alleviation achievements, this research has developed an evaluation indicator system encompassing three dimensions: environment, social support, and economic resilience, viewed through a sustainable development lens. This system is designed to gauge the capacity to forestall a relapse into poverty in ecologically fragile regions and can also serve as a foundation for the government to establish a comprehensive early-warning and monitoring system. An integrated approach, combining the TOPSIS and entropy methods, was employed to assess the capability to prevent a recurrence of poverty based on data from Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture spanning 2016 to 2022. Subsequently, the obstacle degree model was utilized to pinpoint critical barriers to enhancing its capability to mitigate the risk of reverting to poverty. The findings clearly indicated that, compared to other regions, Enshi City and Lichuan City maintained the most robust comprehensive capabilities to avert poverty recurrence between 2016 and 2022. Furthermore, the evaluation of capabilities across various dimensions revealed that, with the exception of Enshi City, other counties and cities demonstrated lower capacities in the environmental, social support, and economic resilience dimensions. Moreover, in 2020, the capabilities of all counties and cities deteriorated, and the capabilities under the dimensions of social support and economic resilience had not returned to their former levels by 2022, suggesting that the social and economic systems are susceptible to emergency public crises. A spatiotemporal analysis of the factors impeding the enhancement of capabilities in the counties and cities of Enshi Prefecture showed that the inhibiting factors varied by region, with the most prevalent obstacles stemming from economic resilience. In terms of environmental dimensions, the total regional water supply played a pivotal role in Enshi Prefecture. There was a pronounced regional disparity in the development of capabilities to prevent the recurrence of poverty, and the evolution of systems, such as the environment, social support, and economic resilience, was markedly uncoordinated. Finally, strategic recommendations and measures were formulated to bolster the capabilities to avert returning to poverty in ecologically fragile areas across these three dimensions.

Impact of land use and rainfall change on runoff and flood resilience of an urban environment: a case study of Chennai City, India

Impact of land use and rainfall change on runoff and flood resilience of an urban environment: a case study of Chennai City, India