Redefining Sustainability by Dsilva, Jacinta;

Long description:

The main aim of this conference proceedings book is to provide a platform for researchers, and academics from around the world to engage in discussions and share their research findings and insights regarding sustainability, net-zero initiatives, circular economy solutions, and strategies for building resilient cities and communities. The primary focus is to explore the potential of transitioning to a circular economy while simultaneously working towards net-zero emissions and enhancing the resilience of urban areas.

In the context of this conference, the circular economy is regarded as a crucial mechanism for reducing emissions. It accomplishes this by promoting the use of renewable resources, minimizing waste and pollution, and cultivating sustainable consumption and production practices. On the other hand, net-zero solutions play a vital role in expediting the shift to a circular economy by facilitating the adoption of clean and cost-effective energy sources, decreasing the carbon footprint of various production processes, enabling the utilization of carbon capture and storage technologies, and ultimately fostering the development of resilient cities where people can live and work in an environmentally friendly manner

Table of Contents:

Climate Action and Net Zero: The role of Underground Space and Geotechnical Engineering.- Reverse Electrodialysis: An Energy Generation System from Desalination’s Rejected Brine Disposal.- Chronological Development of NZEB: A Comprehensive Review.-Water Availability and Higher Temperatures Affecting the Behavior, The Chemical Composition, and The Antimicrobial Activities Of Senna Italica Plants: A Study In Fujairah, UAE.- Exploring Various Dimensions of Adopting Renewable Solar Energy In The UAE: A Manager’s Perspective.- From Ambition To Action: Current Progress of Indian Corporates Towards Net Zero Targets.- The Adoption of Electric Boats in Whale Watching Tour Operators in Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.- Predicting Scenarios for Improving Micro-Air Quality Through Green Infrastructure Systems: Case Study of Dubai.- Investigating The Barriers In Photovoltaic (Solar) Energy Generation & Utilisation In Dubai, United Arab Emirates.- Influencing Consumer Adoption of Sustainable Brands using a New Framework for Sustainability Marketing.- From Green To Sustainable: A Holistic Evaluation Of Social And Economic Dimensions Of Green Building Rating Systems in Dubai.- Crafting Tailored Sustainability Standards For The UAE: A Comparative Analysis and Strategic Framework.- Sustainability Maturity Assessment.- Analyzing Sustainable Practices Impacting Project (Maintenance) Success in Power Generation in the GCC Countries.- Corporate Sustainability Practices of Publicly Listed Companies with High Sustainability Ratings in the United States.- Zero Waste Goals and True Challenges in the UAE.- The Use of Environmental Product Declarations to Inform Decision-Making.- An All-Consequences Calculator For Roadworks And Streetworks Design.- Argumentations of Visual Comfort Metrics in Dynamic Day Lit Spaces.- Evaluating Co2 Emissions of an Industrial Warehouse: A Comparative Analysis between Autodesk Green Building Studio and Autodesk Tally.- Influence of Heritage Design Elements on Sustainable Interior Environments: A Case Study of Al Seef Dubai.- Optimizing Cutting Parameters For Achieving Net-Zero Emissions In Dry Machining Of Special-Grade Steels.- Synergizing Sustainability by Hybridizing Aquaponics for Energy Saving and Food Production in Warm Climate Residential Environments: BaityKool (BK), a bio-inspired dwelling prototype in Dubai-UAE.- The Joyce Centre – Design And Performance Metrics Of A Certified Zero-Carbon Institutional Building.- Experimental Investigation on the Flexural Behaviour of Steel-timber Composite Floor Panels.- The Role of the Givoni BioClimatic Chart in Shaping a sustainable design.- Assessing Architects perspective on using sustainable materials in the UAE construction sector.