Information Models And Sustainability

Author : Jing Zhang,Luis Felipe Luna-Reyes,Theresa A. Pardo,Djoko Sigit Sayogo
Publisher : Springer
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-03-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783319254395

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Information, Models, and Sustainability by Jing Zhang,Luis Felipe Luna-Reyes,Theresa A. Pardo,Djoko Sigit Sayogo Pdf

This book reflects on the emerging trends, development, and challenges of policy on sustainability using information technology, and provides valuable insights to both research and practice communities. Sustainability has become an important focus for government, civil society and the corporate community world-wide. Growing interest in addressing environmental deterioration and associated social inequality and economic challenges is shifting focus to this important issue. The lack of fresh water and arable land, extreme weather, rising cost of relying on fossil fuels, and poverty and regional instability, are drawing attention to the need for government intervention and policy instruments that encourage the development of sustainable alternatives. Governments can play a very important role in facilitating sustainable development through better public policies. First of all, public investments can be directed toward establishing incentives for renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and land and water conservation, or toward leveling the field for sustainable alternatives by phasing out the subsidies directed to unsustainable production and development. Second, regulatory and pricing mechanisms could help with the development of markets for sustainable products. This book engages policy informatics analytical and modeling approaches, stakeholder engagement in policy development, implementation and evaluation, and big data and policy informatics to generate valuable insights in the policy on sustainable energy, and will be on interest to researchers in public administration and sustainability, open data and information technology ecological economics.​

Author : Eddy Krygiel,Brad Nies
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2008-04-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780470390467

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Green BIM by Eddy Krygiel,Brad Nies Pdf

Meet the challenge of integrating Building Information Modeling and sustainability with this in-depth guide, which pairs these two revolutionary movements to create environmentally friendly design through a streamlined process. Written by an award-winning team that has gone beyond theory to lead the implementation of Green BIM projects, this comprehensive reference features practical strategies, techniques, and real-world expertise so that you can create sustainable BIM projects, no matter what their scale.

Author : Rafika Hajji,Hassane Jarar Oulidi
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-26
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781786307033

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Building Information Modeling for a Smart and Sustainable Urban Space by Rafika Hajji,Hassane Jarar Oulidi Pdf

Urban spaces are being called upon to develop a capacity for resilience and sustainability in order to meet the major challenges they face. To achieve such a goal, a practical development framework must be implemented in order to take advantage of the technological innovations that characterize the field of construction and urban engineering. Today, multi-scale BIM is bringing about significant changes that are redefining the paradigms of urban management. It facilitates simulations of the sustainability of urban spaces with respect to several criteria; most notably relating to energy, the economy and the environment. Building Information Modeling for a Smart and Sustainable Urban Space proposes a theoretical and practical framework for implementing BIM models for the creation of sustainable and intelligent urban spaces. It addresses the issues of acquisition, modeling, interoperability, and BIM and GIS integration for the production of BIM models. Case studies are presented, providing a practical dimension that demonstrates the production process of the urban model and its contribution to multiscale simulations, particularly in real estate evaluation and urban renewal.

Author : Keith C. Clarke,Bradley O. Parks,Michael P. Crane
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Science
ISBN : MINN:31951D02018967X

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Geographic Information Systems and Environmental Modeling by Keith C. Clarke,Bradley O. Parks,Michael P. Crane Pdf

This book provides readers with the most comprehensive and authoritative treatment of the topic available. Topics covered include modeling frameworks, paradigms and approaches; model development, calibration and validation; dynamic systems modeling and four-dimensional GIS; and more. Includes case studies in GIS/EM. This book is intended for readers interested in advanced Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Processing, or Environmental Modeling.

Author : Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 1962 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781522596165

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Sustainable Business: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications by Management Association, Information Resources Pdf

In the increasingly competitive corporate sector, businesses must examine their current practices to ensure business success. By examining their social, financial, and environmental risks, obligations, and opportunities, businesses can re-design their operations more effectively to ensure prosperity. Sustainable Business: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications is a vital reference source that explores the best practices that promote business sustainability, including examining how economic, social, and environmental aspects are related to each other in the company’s management and performance. Highlighting a range of topics such as lean manufacturing, sustainable business model innovation, and ethical consumerism, this multi-volume book is ideally designed for entrepreneurs, business executives, business professionals, managers, and academics seeking current research on sustainable business practices.

Author : Annabeth Aagaard,Florian Lüdeke-Freund,Peter Wells
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-11-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030775803

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Business Models for Sustainability Transitions by Annabeth Aagaard,Florian Lüdeke-Freund,Peter Wells Pdf

Can innovations in business change society? Can innovations in society change business? These two questions have become critically urgent in recent years, but are rarely considered together. ‘Business Models for Sustainability Transitions’ therefore asks, can contemplating both concepts together result in a flourishing, sustainable future? Technology alone cannot save us. We cannot consciously consume our way out of trouble. This book represents a start at bridging the dynamic world of business model innovation with the constant and unprecedented transitions underway in the world around us. For researchers, practitioners, and policy makers, the coupling of the two questions has the potential to unlock answers to our grand global challenges with responses that are at the same time rapid and enduring. This work offers unique and considered glimpses into what it may take to harness wide-ranging innovations for the collective good.

Author : Olej, Vladim¡r,Obr? lov , Ilona,Krupka, Jir¡
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010-11-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781609601584

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Environmental Modeling for Sustainable Regional Development: System Approaches and Advanced Methods by Olej, Vladim¡r,Obr? lov , Ilona,Krupka, Jir¡ Pdf

Understanding the advancement of sustainable development is critical to managing human activities to avoid the overexploitation of resources and pollution of the environment beyond tolerable levels. Sustainable development involves not only preservation and care of the environment, but also recognition of the complex relations between economic, social and living systems. Environmental Modeling for Sustainable Regional Development: System Approaches and Advanced Methods presents processing methods and their applications, which are practical for decision making and task management at the regional level as well as for scientific studies in sustainable development assessment. This book serves as a reference guide for post-graduate students in the field of management as well as a critical guide for managers, government officials, and information professionals.

Author : Jennifer Dunn,Prasanna Balaprakash
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128179772

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Data Science Applied to Sustainability Analysis by Jennifer Dunn,Prasanna Balaprakash Pdf

Data Science Applied to Sustainability Analysis focuses on the methodological considerations associated with applying this tool in analysis techniques such as lifecycle assessment and materials flow analysis. As sustainability analysts need examples of applications of big data techniques that are defensible and practical in sustainability analyses and that yield actionable results that can inform policy development, corporate supply chain management strategy, or non-governmental organization positions, this book helps answer underlying questions. In addition, it addresses the need of data science experts looking for routes to apply their skills and knowledge to domain areas. Presents data sources that are available for application in sustainability analyses, such as market information, environmental monitoring data, social media data and satellite imagery Includes considerations sustainability analysts must evaluate when applying big data Features case studies illustrating the application of data science in sustainability analyses

Author : Salih Ofluoglu,Ozan Onder Ozener,Umit Isikdag
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030428525

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Advances in Building Information Modeling by Salih Ofluoglu,Ozan Onder Ozener,Umit Isikdag Pdf

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the First Eurasian BIM Forum, EBF 2019, held in Istanbul, Turkey, in May 2019. The 16 full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 44 submissions. The papers cover such topics as ​BIM adoption and implementation; BIM for project management; BIM for sustainability and performative design; BIM and facility management and infrastructural issues.

Author : Lorenz M. Hilty
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783837019704

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Information Technology and Sustainability by Lorenz M. Hilty Pdf

Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are contributing both to environmental problems and to their solution. Will ICT producers, users and recyclers be the major polluters of tomorrow, or will 'Green IT' and a dematerialized information society save the climate? This book provides an in-depth analysis of the relationship between ICT and sustainable development, culminating in 15 recommendations - to producers, users and political decision makers - which show the way to a sustainable information society. Keywords: Information Technology, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Informatics, Green IT, Green Computing, Data Centers, Energy Efficiency, Resource Productivity, Dematerialization, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), E-waste, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Recycling, Technological Complexity, Critical Information Infrastructure, Open Standards, Rebound Effect.

Author : Ziouvelou, Xenia,McGroarty, Frank
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781799848448

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Emerging Ecosystem-Centric Business Models for Sustainable Value Creation by Ziouvelou, Xenia,McGroarty, Frank Pdf

A hyperconnected, constantly evolving world has emerged. A world where people (internet of people), things (internet of things), and data (internet of data) are linked together, shaping the global economy while demanding new, innovative approaches for value creation. The era of hyper-connectivity is no longer characterized by centralized firm-centric business structures and traditional intra-firm and inter-firm processes. Open, distributed ecosystemic formations have started to emerge, utilizing cutting edge technologies to harness the collective power, co-creation ability, and intelligence of the crowd, the data, and the environment in an open participatory value co-creation mode. However, the question has become whether the frameworks, models, and tools that organizations use to create value will remain the same in the new business environment and within the organizations themselves. Existing literature on ecosystems, business models, and business model innovation are starting to examine these aspects. Emerging Ecosystem-Centric Business Models for Sustainable Value Creation explores emerging technology-enabled ecosystems and ecosystem-centric business models in theory and practice, from a business and technological perspective, and in a range of industrial settings, aiming to contribute to the existing knowledge of innovative technology-advanced ecosystems and business models, facilitating their design, implementation, and sustainable value creation. It examines the dynamics of this technology-powered revolution and how it is influencing the foundations of value creation and business modeling in novel ecosystemic formations across the HMD triangle: human, machine, and data. The target audience of this book is researchers and professionals in the fields of innovation, business, and strategy as well as computer science and information technology, along with managers, executives, practitioners, researchers, academicians, and students interested in new ways to create value in emerging and future ecosystems via innovative ecosystem-centric business models and strategies.

Author : Jorge Marx Gómez,Lawal O. Yesufu
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2022-09-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783031125270

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Sustainable Development Through Data Analytics and Innovation by Jorge Marx Gómez,Lawal O. Yesufu Pdf

Sustainable development is based on the idea that societies should advance without compromising their future development requirements. This book explores how the application of data analytics and digital technologies can ensure that development changes are executed on the basis of factual data and information. It addresses how innovations that rely on digital technologies can support sustainable development across all sectors and all social, economic, and environmental aspects and help us achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The book also highlights techniques, processes, models, tools, and practices used to achieve sustainable development through data analysis. The various topics covered in this book are critically evaluated, not only theoretically, but also from an application perspective. It will be of interest to researchers and students, especially those in the fields of applied data analytics, business intelligence and knowledge management.

Author : Jingzheng Ren
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2021-08-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128242407

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Methods in Sustainability Science by Jingzheng Ren Pdf

Methods in Sustainability Science: Assessment, Prioritization, Improvement, Design and Optimization presents cutting edge, detailed methodologies needed to create sustainable growth in any field or industry, including life cycle assessments, building design, and energy systems. The book utilized a systematic structured approach to each of the methodologies described in an interdisciplinary way to ensure the methodologies are applicable in the real world, including case studies to demonstrate the methods. The chapters are written by a global team of authors in a variety of sustainability related fields. Methods in Sustainability Science: Assessment, Prioritization, Improvement, Design and Optimization will provide academics, researchers and practitioners in sustainability, especially environmental science and environmental engineering, with the most recent methodologies needed to maintain a sustainable future. It is also a necessary read for postgraduates in sustainability, as well as academics and researchers in energy and chemical engineering who need to ensure their industrial methodologies are sustainable. Provides a comprehensive overview of the most recent methodologies in sustainability assessment, prioritization, improvement, design and optimization Sections are organized in a systematic and logical way to clearly present the most recent methodologies for sustainability and the chapters utilize an interdisciplinary approach that covers all considerations of sustainability Includes detailed case studies demonstrating the efficacies of the described methods

Author : Ali Cheshmehzangi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789819990146

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City Information Modelling by Ali Cheshmehzangi Pdf

Author : João Paulo Davim
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2022-09-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000793024

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Engineering Education for Sustainability by João Paulo Davim Pdf

Understood to be a key issue in modern society, sustainability is characterized by its three essential pillars, namely: the environment, society and the economy. Education plays an important role in how people understand and accept sustainability. The integration of sustainability in engineering education is a relatively new phenomenon, and presenting information about engineering education for sustainability is of great interest to improve communication between professors, researchers and students at universities, institutes and research laboratories. Topics discussed in the book include: Experiences from 5 years of educating sustainability to computer science students Review of decision support methods in green and sustainable supply chains Analyzing the drivers of engineering education for sustainability using the MCDM approach Visualization technologies in construction education: a comprehensive review of recent advances A legal framework and compliance with construction safety laws and regulations