Peri Urban Areas And Food Energy Water Nexus

Author : Angela Colucci,Marcello Magoni,Scira Menoni
Publisher : Springer
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319410227

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Peri-Urban Areas and Food-Energy-Water Nexus by Angela Colucci,Marcello Magoni,Scira Menoni Pdf

This book explores the nexus among food, energy and water in peri-urban areas, demonstrating how relevant this nexus is for environmental sustainability. In particular it examines the effective management of the nexus in the face of the risks and trade-offs of mitigation policies, and as a mean to create resilience to climate change. The book delineates strategies and actions necessary to develop and protect our natural resources and improve the functionality of the nexus, such as: integrated management of the major resources that characterize the metabolism of a city, stronger coordination among stakeholders who often weight differently the services that are relevant to their individual concerns, integration of efforts towards environmental protection, adaptation to and prevention of climate change and disaster risks mitigation.

Author : Peter Saundry,Benjamin L. Ruddell
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 686 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030299149

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The Food-Energy-Water Nexus by Peter Saundry,Benjamin L. Ruddell Pdf

This will be the first textbook on the integration of food, energy and water systems (FEWS). In recent years, the world has seen a dramatic rise in interdisciplinary energy and environmental courses and degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In the US for instance, the number and variety of such programs has increased significantly over the past decade, Simultaneously, national and international initiatives that integrate food, energy and water systems have been launched. This textbook provides a substantive introduction to the food-energy-water nexus suitable for use in higher level undergraduate and graduate level courses and for scholars moving into the field of nexus studies without a strong background in all three areas and the many aspects of nexus studies.

Author : Laura Montedoro,Alice Buoli,Alessandro Frigerio
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2022-09-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030965389

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Territorial Development and Water-Energy-Food Nexus in the Global South by Laura Montedoro,Alice Buoli,Alessandro Frigerio Pdf

This volume collects the results from the Politecnico di Milan’s award-winning “Boa_Ma_Nhã, Maputo!” research-by-design project, which studied various transdisciplinary approaches to development in the context of the Global South. The challenges of urbanization are well known, but that only goes so far in aiding implementation. From local considerations like water access and housing rights to global issues like climate change, territorial development demands solutions that address the needs of the specific population while keeping such goals as sustainability and inclusion in mind. By focusing on a number of towns within the Maputo Province of Mozambique, and thus addressing many of the issues endemic to Sub-Saharan Africa, the research, structurally presented so as to aid those who may require introduction to the issue, makes a clear case in favor of always keeping the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Nexus in mind when formulating development strategies for improving people’s lives, as well as the wisdom of marrying academic findings with the insights accrued by local NGOs and institutions, thereby expanding the potential idea bank beyond the Eurocentric status quo that has tended to dominate the field.

Author : Anastasia Koulouri,Nikolai Mouraviev
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-08-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780429764806

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Policy and Governance in the Water-Energy-Food Nexus by Anastasia Koulouri,Nikolai Mouraviev Pdf

This book discusses the balance of priorities within the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus and its impact on policy development and implementation, highlighting innovative perspectives in adopting a holistic approach to identify, analyse and manage the nexus component interdependencies. Due to increasing demands for natural resources, the WEF nexus has emerged as a response to the numerous global challenges. Addressing WEF challenges often involves balancing multiple and competing priorities and identifying and managing interrelations, synergies and trade-offs between the three components of the nexus. In this volume the authors focus on the dynamics between multiple stakeholders, such as governments, businesses, NGOs and local communities, when addressing WEF challenges by adopting a nexus approach. The book argues that effective engagement of multiple stakeholders can address difficulties arising from the introduction of an integrated approach to WEF policy design and implementation, increasing the potential benefits. The book also looks at the effect of international relations and regional power struggles on resolving cross-border WEF nexus issues. Case studies are drawn from Kenya, Central Asia, USA and Peru, highlighting key themes, such as how collaborative governance, enabled and facilitated by relational equity management, can be viewed as an innovative way to reconcile competing priorities. The combination of theoretical and case study chapters makes the book of interest to a wide audience, including scholars and advanced students of sustainable development, agriculture and food studies, water and energy policy design and governance, as well as to practitioners working in the fields of water, energy and food security.

Author : Karmaoui, Ahmed,Ben Salem, Abdelkrim,Anees, Mohd Talha
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2021-02-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781799875192

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Handbook of Research on Environmental Education Strategies for Addressing Climate Change and Sustainability by Karmaoui, Ahmed,Ben Salem, Abdelkrim,Anees, Mohd Talha Pdf

Due to the increasing trend of international interest in education for climate change and the environment, there has been an increase of research in the area. There is a current question on what the best methods and tools are for integrating climate change education and sustainability into school programs. These educational methods can create the development of effective responses, attitudes, and behaviors to adapt to climate change. Empirical and conceptual models must be explored to help those interested in learning and teaching environmental education and climate change and adding it to modern school curriculum. The Handbook of Research on Environmental Education Strategies for Addressing Climate Change and Sustainability produces innovative approaches, methods, and ideas in education for climate change, environment strategies, and sustainability along with the development of curriculum and strategies for sustainable development goals. The chapters encompass multiple disciplines such as geology, geography, remote sensing, geographic information systems, environmental science, and environmental engineering. This book is ideal for in-service and preservice teachers, administrators, teacher educators, practitioners, stakeholders, researchers, academicians, and students interested in educational strategies and curriculum for climate change and sustainability.

Author : Richard George Lawford,Rabi Mohtar,Jill A. Engel-Cox
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2020-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889661053

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Achieving Water-Energy-Food Nexus Sustainability: A Science and Data Need or a Need for Integrated Public Policy? by Richard George Lawford,Rabi Mohtar,Jill A. Engel-Cox Pdf

This eBook is a collection of articles from a Frontiers Research Topic. Frontiers Research Topics are very popular trademarks of the Frontiers Journals Series: they are collections of at least ten articles, all centered on a particular subject. With their unique mix of varied contributions from Original Research to Review Articles, Frontiers Research Topics unify the most influential researchers, the latest key findings and historical advances in a hot research area! Find out more on how to host your own Frontiers Research Topic or contribute to one as an author by contacting the Frontiers Editorial Office: frontiersin.org/about/contact.

Author : Libera Amenta,Michelangelo Russo,Arjan van Timmeren
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2022-03-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030785369

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Regenerative Territories by Libera Amenta,Michelangelo Russo,Arjan van Timmeren Pdf

This open access book provides new perspectives on circular economy and space, explored towards the definition of regenerative territories characterised by healthy metabolisms. Going beyond the mere reuse/recycle of material waste as resources, this work aims to understand how to apply circularity principles to, among others, the regeneration of wastescapes. The main focus is the development over time, and in particular the way how spatial planning and strategies respond to new unpredictable urgencies and opportunities related with territorial metabolisms. The book specifically focuses on living labs environments, where it is possible to tackle complex problems through a multidisciplinary and multi-stakeholder approach - including the use of digital spatial decision support environment – which could be able to include all the involved stakeholders. Through a spatial scope of circularity, this book describes several examples including among others ideas from different contexts such as Italy, The Netherlands, Belgium and Vietnam. Through including reflections on methodology and representation, as well as on solutions for circular and healthy metabolisms, the book provides an excellent resource to researchers and students.

Author : Felix Dodds,Jamie Bartram
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 266 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781317277842

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The Water, Food, Energy and Climate Nexus by Felix Dodds,Jamie Bartram Pdf

Global trends of population growth, rising living standards and the rapidly increasing urbanized world are increasing the demand on water, food and energy. Added to this is the growing threat of climate change which will have huge impacts on water and food availability. It is increasingly clear that there is no place in an interlinked world for isolated solutions aimed at just one sector. In recent years the "nexus" has emerged as a powerful concept to capture these inter-linkages of resources and is now a key feature of policy-making. This book is one of the first to provide a broad overview of both the science behind the nexus and the implications for policies and sustainable development. It brings together contributions by leading intergovernmental and governmental officials, industry, scientists and other stakeholder thinkers who are working to develop the approaches to the Nexus of water-food-energy and climate. It represents a major synthesis and state-of-the-art assessment of the Nexus by major players, in light of the adoption by the United Nations of the new Sustainable Development Goals and Targets in 2015. With a foreword by HRH the Prince of Wales

Author : Peter Droege
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 654 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2022-12-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128202876

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Urban and Regional Agriculture by Peter Droege Pdf

Urban and Regional Agriculture: Building Resilient Food Systems explores the sustainable integration of food provision, distribution and consumption through urban farms, agricultural systems, user communities and structural facilities designed to optimize food production and consumption. The book addresses the fundamental and pressing challenges of urban planning problems, waste minimization, food sourcing, access and equity issues, and multiple land use optimization. Sections cover the need and opportunities of urban agriculture, discuss tradition and transition, space and regulatory topics, explore the range of urban agriculture options (aquaculture to urban permaculture), discuss support structures and constructs of physically creating urban agricultural areas, and much more. Edited and authored by leading experts in the field, this volume will be valuable for those working to address issues of food security in urban environments. Integrates agriculture and urban settings to improve food security Examines relevant considerations, from development to the regulation of food system architectures Provides regionally specific considerations to guide effective and efficient implementation

Author : Shaw, Rajib
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 711 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781800371613

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Handbook on Climate Change and Disasters by Shaw, Rajib Pdf

This comprehensive Handbook assesses the escalation of global natural disasters as a result of climate change. Examining the complex interplay of human and natural activities, it highlights the growing vulnerability of people and communities in developing countries to floods, landslides, cyclones, heat waves and wildfires.

Author : Sonia Massari
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780128178225

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Transdisciplinary Case Studies on Design for Food and Sustainability by Sonia Massari Pdf

Transdisciplinary Case Studies on Design for Food and Sustainability, a volume in the Consumer Science and Strategic Marketing series, analyzes the interconnectivity of sustainability, food, and design, demonstrating the presence of food design in various food-related fields of study. Broken into six parts, the book begins with the theory behind food and design. The following five sections include several case studies highlighting the different forms and applications of food design, including the use of food design in production and distribution, in food and restaurant businesses, in territory-identity, in social food design, and with regard to post-consumption. Using a case study approach to meet the needs of both academics and practitioners, Transdisciplinary Case Studies on Design for Food and Sustainability includes practical examples to illustrate food system challenges, to explain phenomena, and to build theory. Includes practical examples to illustrate food system challenges, to explain phenomena, and to build theory Considers impacts, use assessments, and scalability assets when presenting projects and case studies Addresses practical problems in food design

Author : Felix Kwabena Donkor,Mulala Danny Simatele,Henry Bikwibili Tantoh
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832526538

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Cross-cutting issues in the water, land, energy and food security nexus: Perspectives from sub-saharan africa by Felix Kwabena Donkor,Mulala Danny Simatele,Henry Bikwibili Tantoh Pdf

Author : Gabriele Masera,Massimo Tadi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030443528

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Environmental Performance and Social Inclusion in Informal Settlements by Gabriele Masera,Massimo Tadi Pdf

This book discusses the potential of a systemic and multidisciplinary design approach to improve urban quality, health, livability, and inclusiveness for people living in informal settlements. In most instances, attempts to address informal settlements lack an adequate assessment of their impact on the wider built environment and implementation of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. The Integrated Modification Methodology (IMM), introduced here, offers a systematic, multidisciplinary design tool encompassing several of the aspects that define the environmental performance of urban systems. The book also demonstrates the application of the methodology to an informal settlement, proving its potential to guide systemicurban transformations, also in urban areas lacking formal planning. The case study investigated is in the Rocinha favela in Rio de Janeiro, which ischaracterized by poor water quality, lack of drainage and sanitation systems, and very few green spaces. Based on a rigorous methodology, the process described here can also be applied in similar contexts around the world.

Author : I. M. Mujtaba,R. Srinivasan,N. O. Elbashir
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 768 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498760843

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The Water-Food-Energy Nexus by I. M. Mujtaba,R. Srinivasan,N. O. Elbashir Pdf

Exponential growth of the worldwide population requires increasing amounts of water, food, and energy. However, as the quantity of available fresh water and energy sources directly affecting cost of food production and transportation diminishes, technological solutions are necessary to secure sustainable supplies. In direct response to this reality, this book focuses on the water-energy-food nexus and describes in depth the challenges and processes involved in efficient water and energy production and management, wastewater treatment, and impact upon food and essential commodities. The book is organized into 4 sections on water, food, energy, and the future of sustainability, highlighting the interplay among these topics. The first section emphasizes water desalination, water management, and wastewater treatment. The second section discusses cereal processing, sustainable food security, bioenergy in food production, water and energy consumption in food processing, and mathematical modeling for food undergoing phase changes. The third section discusses fossil fuels, biofuels, synthetic fuels, renewable energy, and carbon capture. Finally, the book concludes with a discussion of the future of sustainability, including coverage of the role of molecular thermodynamics in developing processes and products, green engineering in process systems, petrochemical water splitting, petrochemical approaches to solar hydrogen generation, design and operation strategy of energy-efficient processes, and the sustainability of process, supply chain, and enterprise.

Author : Lira Luz Benites Lazaro,Leandro Luiz Giatti,Laura S. Valente de Macedo,Jose A. Puppim de Oliveira
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783031054723

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Water-Energy-Food Nexus and Climate Change in Cities by Lira Luz Benites Lazaro,Leandro Luiz Giatti,Laura S. Valente de Macedo,Jose A. Puppim de Oliveira Pdf

This book aims to contribute to the transdisciplinary study of the water-energy-food (WEF) nexus in cities and to help policy makers adopt a more integrated approach to natural resources management in urban environments to face the challenges and threats of climate change. This approach is based on a multidimensional scientific framework that seeks to understand the complex and non-linear interrelationships and interdependencies between water-energy-food under climate change and to generate solutions to reduce trade-offs among development goals and generate co-benefits that help encourage sustainable development and contribute to the achievement of SDGs, mainly SDG 11 (make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable) and SDG 13 (take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts). Governing the WEF nexus in cities is one of the greatest resource challenges of our time, as cities consume large amounts of WEF, but one that can also generate relevant alternatives with which to tackle climate change. To help fostering these alternatives, this book analyzes the governance, institutional and political economy factors that determine the effectiveness of the nexus approach and reviews the potential, the benefits and the policy implications of the adoption of the WEF nexus approach at the urban level. Through a series of hands-on cases, chapters in this book present the opportunities of the WEF nexus approach to achieve innovation and transformative change and discuss concrete areas of synergy and policy initiative to raise urban resilience. Water-Energy-Food Nexus and Climate Change in Cities will serve both as a guide for policy makers as well as a useful resource for students and researchers in fields such as urban studies, public health, environmental sciences, energy studies and public policy interested in learning how cities can represent possibilities to navigate and manage sustainability from local to global.