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1562 articles for “environment”
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Redefining Urban Living with the Interplay of Technology, Sustainability and Comfort
Abstract: Abstract: In embarking on this substantial research endeavor, our objective is to delve deeply into the realm of intelligent building systems, scrutinizing not just the individual components but the intricate interplay among various domains that collectively shape the modern architectural landscape. We're navigating through critical aspects such as lighting control, security measures, fire protection, health considerations, sustainable practices, and energy management with an unparalleled dedication to detail and insight. The …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 48–55 Read article
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Production of Geopolymer Binder from Coal Fly Ash and Limestone to make Cement-Less Concrete to Strengthening of Structures
Abstract: In 2012, more than 100 million tons of Coal Combustion By-products (GCBs) were generated in the USA out of which more than 50% was disposed of in ponds and landfills as tailing materials that could be hazardous to the environment. The other environmental issue is related to Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), a raw material for construction industry, which is responsible for 5–8% of the total CO2 emissions in the world. …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Benefits and Challenges of Urbanization and Low Carbon Energy Needs in India
Abstract: Urbanization is increasing very rapidly in India chiefly due to various driving sources related to social, economic and political. It has offered improved quality of life, access to conveniences and economic opportunities for many. Though, this has been accompanied by contests that comprise inadequate energy, lack of urban infrastructure, and poor delivery of basic services, ensuing in undesirable environmental influences, congestion, and urban sprawl. Urbanization in India has placed incredible …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Green Building Rating System (An Introduction and its Importance)
Abstract: When we talk about green building, we talk about how much a building is sustainable or green or what is the impact of the structure to the environment. So to know and evaluate a building to be green we need the green building rating systems “A 'green' building is a facility that, in itsdesign, construction, or administration, minimizes or eliminates negative effects, and can produce positive ones, on our environment …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 46–50 Read article
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Urban Risk Identification and Assessment in the Face of Climate Change
Abstract: Climate change threatens urban areas worldwide, exacerbating risks related to extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and other environmental factors. As urbanization continues to accelerate worldwide, cities have become pivotal arenas for the intersecting challenges of climate change and urban risks. This study explores the multifaceted landscape of urban risk identification and assessment within the context of climate change. It delves into the diverse types and nature of urban risks, their …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Monitoring Nature of Nairobi City Land Features from Landsat 5 Images Using Index-Based Mapping
Abstract: Urban environments are complex and heterogeneous ecosystems characterized by mixed land use and land cover (LULC). They form important centers of social integration and generation of national wealth. However, urban areas especially in developing countries suffer from poor planning; mismanagement and uncoordination. Evaluation of dynamics driven by LULC changes in these ecosystems is key in management of urban areas. In evaluating urban environments, land use and land cover mapping using …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Urban Design Strategies for Elder-friendly Spaces
Abstract: The study focusses on how urban design strategies could be adapted to make elder-friendly quality spaces, which would aid other age groups also. The project is carried out in two stages where the former uses a correlative approach in understanding the elderly age group and their spatial quality in relation to the identified environment types. These results are summarized and collected in the “chart of prime environment strategies.” The latter …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Sustainable Urban Landscape Planning: A Search for the Waterway Connection Possibilities around the Periphery of Dhaka City
Abstract: Dhaka is dying for its lost connections of water bodies once that was its natural setting. As a result, it’s suffering from water logging in monsoon and lowering of ground water at a same time. Relationship and possibility between lost nature and existing contaminated environment by controlling the rapid urbanization is the expected the aim of this study. Sustainable urban landscape could be a possible solution. It is such thought, …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–52 Read article
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Solid Waste Management in Tier II Indian Cities: A Case of Jammu City
Abstract: Indian cities are expanding at an enormous rate to meet the demand for built spaces, which is ever-increasing due to high increase in urban population and lead to development of different residential colonies on outskirts of cities. These residential colonies are mostly deprived of basic infrastructural facilities and have unhygienic and unhealthy living conditions and causes huge environmental degradation. Though, infrastructural facilities of major cities are upgraded under JNNURM but, …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Sustainability in Architecture and Planning: Consumption and Behavior
Abstract: In an era of population growth, increasing economic competition and environmental challenges, planning is essential for the well-being of our communities. This notion of sustainable development has been emerging over the past few decades as a new requirement for urban sectors, that involves conceptual fundamentals and implementations as applied to land-use, transport, infrastructure and planning .It is the process of shaping the three-dimensional spaces in cities, towns and villages which …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Architectural Juggernaut: Decoding the Marvel
Abstract: The study's goal is to utilise natural systems, structures, and procedures to create long-term answers to social challenges. The Renaissance incorporated anthropometry into architecture, elevating man's social standing. A variety of variables influence these trends, including technical improvements, environmental concerns, cultural and sociological shifts, and changing client and user needs. These evolutions resulted in the terms "sustainable architecture" and "biomimicry," which essentially means "to imitate living things." It is a …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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A Sustainable Construction–A Study of Eco-Friendly Building Materials
Abstract: There are various problems raising in construction Industry due to leading of urbanization. In India, lot of energy, resources and raw materials are being consumed in demand of houses which may lead to the carbon content in air. This process is so harmful to the environment and will affect the human as well. Therefore, we need to make use of sustainable and harm free materials for the construction process so …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Effective Site Planning For Sustainable Development
Abstract: Site Planning involves the organization of built mass with the outdoor spaces to meet human needs and desires while protecting, conserving or enhancing natural environment and processes. However, the creation of spaces that meet social, environmental, cultural, aesthetic and practical requirements of the people in the best possible way define the Effective Site Planning. The analysis of site helps in the assessment of potential and constraints of the site. Site …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Study on the Characteristics of Livable Cities: A Concept of Future Cities
Abstract: There is need of massive growth for the sustainability of cities and the maintaining the quality of city life. Massive urbanization can usually focus to social instability; depress the capacity of cities to be economically successful and environmentally sustainable. For increasing the citizens’ well-being, a very new model of sustainability is required, including greater incentives to reduce consumption, save energy, and protect the environment. The concept of future cities should …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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The Man Who Redefined Indian Landscape Architecture: Dr. Ravindra Bhan
Abstract: Today in the buzzing world where people hardly get time for themselves and the world where the pollution level continuously rises it is a major need for having a tranquil environment for individuals, as the relationship between humans and nature is already very tumultuous, hence the necessity for a landscape architect increases even more. A landscape architect is the one who creates an environmentnaturally and socially, He is the one …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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“Air Pollution Abatement by Planning in Delhi”
Abstract: Air pollution is leading to chronic diseases in human beings, it is impacting from inside as well as outside environments simultaneously. In Delhi, several action plans failed because of the diverse sources and scales of air pollution. The air pollution problem in Delhi is because of not successful plans, policies, and acts at different levels. The purpose of this paper is to understand different action plans and planning situations in …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Design Procedure and Criteria Used in Vertical Gardens and Green Roof Constructions
Abstract: A vertical garden also known as living wall or green wall is an independent vertical garden attached to exterior or interior walls of a building. In vertical gardens, various types of modular panels can be used along with geo-textile fabrics, growing media, irrigation systems, and plants. Living walls are mainly appropriate for cities, as they permit good use of obtainable vertical surface areas. The living wall could also function for …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 53–78 Read article
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An Analysis on the Current Perspective of Urban Design
Abstract: We know that urban design is historically played a major role in development of cities. Urban design, as a presently discipline, is relatively new compared to linked disciplines of architecture, urban planning, and landscape architecture. The close relation of urban design with these allied disciplines has also been the cause for its unclear nature, and its muddled definition. Accordingly, it is appealed here that a reexamination of the definition, status, …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–48 Read article
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Phytoremediation of Lead by Brassica juncea and Vetiver zizanioidus
Abstract: The engineering-based remediation technologies of heavy metals from contaminated soil are time consuming, expensive, and create noise to the environment. Accumulation of heavy metals such as Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr, and Ni is destructive to not only plants and animals but also to complete ecosystem. Lead contamination keeps on increasing day by day from industrial waste, paints, ceramics, use of biosolids, and many more. Metals cannot easily degrade, so effective …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Azadirachta indica Leaf on Crude Oil Contaminated Soils
Abstract: The intention of this research was to ascertain the effectiveness of sun-dried and room-dried Azadirachta indica leaf at varying quantities, in the remediation of sandy and loamy soils contaminated with 100ml of crude oil. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry method was used to test for the physicochemical properties of the materials used for the experiment. The unpolluted loamy soil was observed to contain pH of 6.75, electric conductivity of 10.36µS/cm, Total Oxygen …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 35–45 Read article