Handbook of Technological Sustainability by Bhambri, Pankaj; Bajdor, Paula;

Rövid leírás:

In a changing technological world, prioritizing the cultivation of sustainability and environmental consciousness is crucial. This handbook facilitates the integration of technology and sustainability by leveraging insights from many fields to provide a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between technology and the environment.

Hosszú leírás:

In the context of an ever-changing technological world, it is crucial to prioritize the cultivation of sustainability and environmental consciousness. Adopting an interdisciplinary perspective, this handbook facilitates the integration of technology and sustainability by leveraging insights from many fields such as engineering, environmental science, economics, and sociology. The primary objective of this handbook is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the complex relationship between technology and the environment.

Handbook of Technological Sustainability: Innovation and Environmental Awareness includes recent and diverse case studies from a global perspective and demonstrates the utilization of technology to achieve sustainable development across several sectors, such as energy, agriculture, transportation, and urban planning. It explores innovative technologies emphasizing state-of-the-art and developing technologies, including renewable energy, circular economy practices, smart cities, and artificial intelligence-driven sustainability solutions. The handbook also examines the impact of laws, regulations, and international agreements on the advancement or impediment of technological sustainability. Written to be used as a reference, this handbook highlights the ethical and moral quandaries linked to technological sustainability analyzing various topics of significance, including environmental justice, privacy implications in smart technology, and the ramifications of artificial intelligence on employment and society. It provides practical methodologies and recommendations for individuals, enterprises, and governmental entities to adopt and integrate sustainable technologies effectively and furnish readers with a comprehensive guide for transitioning towards a more sustainable future.

As it showcases perspectives from technologists, sustainability professionals, and policymakers that have the potential to provide a range of opinions and practical insights derived from real-world experiences, this handbook is a book for all individuals, corporations, governments, researchers, and anyone seeking to harness technology to advance sustainability and effectively tackle the multifaceted issues posed by our dynamic global landscape.

Tartalomjegyzék:

Part I: Fundamentals of Technological Sustainability. 1. The Principles of Sustainability. 2. Fundamental Aspects of Sustainable Technological Development. 3. Technology and the Environment. 4. Sustainable Solutions for Global Waste Challenges: Integrating Technology in Disposal and Treatment Methods. 5. Environmental Stewardship in the Digital Age: A Technological Blueprint. 6. Economic, Social and Environmental Dimensions of Sustainable Technology. 7. Technological Sustainability Unveiled: A Comprehensive Examination of Economic, Social and Environmental Dimensions. Part II: Technological Solutions for Sustainable Living. 8. Renewable Energy Technologies. 9. Eco-Tech Chronicles: Sustainable Living and Renewable Energy Solutions. 10. Sustainable Agriculture and Food Technologies. 11. Smart Solutions for Sustainable Farming and Food Systems. 12. Sustainable Transportation and Mobility. 13. Innovations in Sustainable Transportation for a Greener Tomorrow. Part III: Challenges, Risks, and Ethical Considerations. 14. Environmental Challenges and Technological Solutions. 15. Eco –Ethics in the Digital Age: Tackling Environmental Challenges through Technology. 16. Technological Risks and Resilience. 17. Ethics in the Tech Age: Resilience Strategies for Mitigating Technological Risks. 18. Ethics in Sustainable Technology. 19. The Moral Imperative of Sustainable Technology: Navigating Challenges, Understanding Risks, and Upholding Ethics. Part IV: Case Studies in Sustainable Technologies. 20. Digital Duplicity and the Disintegration of Trust: A Quantitative Inquiry into the Impact of Deep Fakes on Media Sustainability and Societal Equilibrium. 21. Green Horizons: Navigating Environmental Challenges through Technological Innovation. 22. Innovations for a Greener Future: Exploring Technological Sustainability Trends. 23. Future Trends in Technological Sustainability. 24. Unveiling South Africa's Path to a Sustainable Future: A Closer Look at Its Evolving Renewable Energy Sector. 25. Lean Management, Kaizen and TIM WOODS Reduction in Logistics. 26. Catalyzing Sustainable Progress: Empowering MSMEs through Tech Innovation for a Bright Future. 27. Ethical Considerations in Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Solutions: Striking a Balance for Sustainable Innovation.