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The book highlights recent research efforts in the monitoring of aquatic districts with remote sensing observations and proximal sensing technology integrated with laboratory measurements. Optical satellite imagery gathered at spatial resolutions down to few meters has been used for quantitative estimations of harmful algal bloom extent and Chl-a mapping, as well as winds and currents from SAR acquisitions. The knowledge and understanding gained from this book can be used for the sustainable management of bodies of water across our planet. Related Books Remote Sensing of the Oceans Environmental & Earth Sciences ... Satellite Remote Sensing for Ocean and Coastal Environment Monitoring Environmental & Earth Sciences Advances in Remote Sensing of the Inland and Coastal Water Zones Environmental & Earth Sciences ... Remote Sensing for Coastal and Aquatic Ecosystems’ Monitoring and Biodiversity Management Environmental & Earth Sciences Remote Sensing Retrievals of Optical Properties in In

The reprint, titled ”Sustainable Biopolymer-Based Composites: Processing, Characterization, and Application”, is composed of 32 scientific works of scholars that contributed their own expertise passion, and science to expand the boundaries of knowledge by addressing new challenges. The topic of new biopolymer-based composite materials is addressed from several aspects, from the development to characterization and application, in several fields of scientific interest. Related Books Advances in Bio-Based and Biodegradable Polymeric Composites Chemistry & Materials Science Synthesis and Applications of Biopolymer Composites Chemistry & Materials Science Biopolymers and Biodegradable Polymers Chemistry & Materials Science Development and Application of Bio-Based Polymers Chemistry & Materials Science Development of Bio-Based Materials: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications Chemistry & Materials Science The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MD

This reprint describes the fate of pollutants transported to the sea from the mainland and how they accumulate in the marine environment and organisms. This will contribute to increasing the knowledge on the dangers of pollutants that reach the marine environment and their fate once they enter the marine food chain. We also hope to improve knowledge on the effects of the pollutant load on the sea during all the seasons, due to the contribution of rivers, rainfall, etc., and the relative influence on marine organisms. Related Books Occurrence and Environmental Risks of Organic Pollutants in Aquatic Environment Environmental & Earth Sciences Environmental Transport and Transformation of Pollutants Environmental & Earth Sciences Toxic Pollutants in Water Environmental & Earth Sciences Occurrence, Accumulation, and Impacts of Environmental Pollutants in Aquatic Systems Environmental & Earth Sciences Legacy and Emerging Pollutants and Their Effects through the Lens of Environmental Manag

This book focuses on the use of GIScience in conjunction with historical visual sources to resolve past scenarios. The themes, knowledge gained and methodologies conducted might be of interest to a variety of scholars from the social science and humanities disciplines. Related Books Recent Advances in Geographic Information System for Earth Sciences Environmental & Earth Sciences ... Geoinformatics in Citizen Science Engineering Geovisualization Computer Science & Mathematics ... GIS Applications in Green Development Environmental & Earth Sciences Citizen Science and Geospatial Capacity Building Environmental & Earth Sciences The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Board Legal Information: MDPI Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Terms of Use Accessibility Sales: Order and Delivery Indexing and Distribution Further Information: Book Series Reprints Book/Chapter Processing Charges Pay an Invoice Open Access Policy Obtainin

Medical mineralogy and geochemistry constitute an important field, yet little attention has been paid to it by scientists, administrators, or the public. The aims of this book are: (a) to focus on a selection of current challenges and research opportunities and (b) to encourage knowledge transfer between geochemists and mineralogists whose work concerns medical problems and medical scientists who study problems surrounding biominerals and geomaterials. This book covers a variety of novel approaches, tools and techniques, and scenarios of contamination in water and wastewater, and is a key resource for policymakers and environmental scientists working hard to address environmental pollutants. The key features are: state-of-the-art techniques for the assessment and remediation of heavy metals, presenting the interdisciplinary impacts of heavy metals, including those on human health, ecosystems and water quality, and including various contamination indices, such as contamination factor,

Sustainable development requires a holistic approach that promotes interdependency between humans and nature. As global demands for energy, water, transport, housing and food systems rise, so does the challenge of embedding these needs within a framework that balances long-term ecological and human well-being. Technical innovation will be important for achieving this. The political economy aspects of sustainable development also need to be considered along with the roles of political leaders and voters, energy democracy, and community and citizen participation in the energy transition. At its core, sustainability is a systems concept, concerned not only with resource efficiency and environmental stewardship but also with the interdependencies between human well-being, economic performance, technological progress, and governance. Finally, the importance of digital technologies, particularly through the recent emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI), presents a potential enabler of sustainability. They can enhance decision-making, optimize resource use, and enable new forms of education and governance. However, this is counter-balanced by important ethical and governance questions, particularly around data privacy, security and equity. These tensions underscore the need for robust governance frameworks and inclusive dialogue in guiding ‘digital innovation’ towards sustainable development goals. Consequently, the intersection of AI and sustainability is poised to become a vital area of research and inquiry, shaping both policy and practice in the years to come.

The complex hydrogeological conditions in deep mining areas, coupled with large-scale and high-intensity mining activities, have triggered a series of mine water disasters and significant resource waste issues. The prevention of mine water disasters is crucial for the safe operation of mines. Studying the occurrence mechanism of water disasters, advanced detection, and disaster prevention can provide a theoretical basis and effective solutions for mine water treatment. By studying fundamental mechanics theories of water-bearing coal rocks, mechanisms of surrounding rock water disasters, and advanced technologies for early warning and prevention of mine water disasters, accurate prediction and rapid response to mine water hazards can be achieved. This can help to minimize the losses caused by mine water disasters.

National governments hardly identify their ecological networks or make an effort to integrate them into their spatial policies and plans. Under this perspective, an important scientific and technical issue is to focus on preserving corridors for enabling species mobility and on achieving connectivity between natural protected areas. This Special Issue takes a step forward insofar as it aims at proposing a theoretical and methodological discussion on the definition and implementation of ecological networks that provide a wide range of ecosystem services. Related Books Sustainable Spatial Planning Based on Ecosystem Services, Green Infrastructure and Nature-Based Solutions Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities Ecosystem Services and Urban Green Spaces Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities ... Ecosystem Services Design from Single Space Solution to Landscape Vision Environmental & Earth Sciences Ecology of the Landscape Capital and Urban Capital Environmental & Earth Sciences Forest Ecosyste

Land use is the projection of human activities in space, and it has become an important insight into the transformation and reconstruction of human society and economy. Rural land use in China is undergoing rapid transformation driven by the rapid development of science and technology. Effectively grasping the change and transformation process of rural land use and its internal mechanism provides an important reference for revealing the inherent laws of China's rural development. Rural land use is closely related to the rural vitalization strategy and urban–rural integration in the new era. An in-depth study of China's rural land use and policy reform provides the basis of knowledge for formulating and optimizing urban–rural relations. This Special Issue focuses on the changes, effects, and regulation of rural land use in China, focusing on its main contradictions and solutions, building a cooperative network and sharing platform for rural land use research from a multidisciplinary p

Except for latitudinal and elevational extremes, lizards range across a vast variety of biotopes worldwide, including environments as disparate as deserts, prairies, temperate woodlands, rainforests, or anthropic habitats. Although most species thrive on the ground, numerous lizards are fossorial, arboreal, and even aquatic, found in either fresh- or seawater. With lizards being ectotherms, accurate thermoregulation and other physiological adaptations are in most cases fundamental for their survival in such a variety of habitats. Moreover, lizard coloration may mediate thermoregulation, reproduction, and social status, among others. Lizards have also evolved some unusual antipredator adaptations, such as tail autotomy. Consequently, the astonishing morphological, ecological, and functional diversity of lizards results from extremely intense selective pressures, oftentimes opposing, many of whose interrelationships have yet to be disentangled. This Special Issue provides the internati

Organic carbon (OC), nutrients and trace metals are key aquatic components of freshwater systems, including groundwater, soil water, lakes, rivers, and their estuaries. Over the past decade, there has been increasing interest regarding the rising in organic carbon and iron concentrations in freshwaters in relation to the so-called “browning” effect, caused by climate warming and changes in anthropogenic pressure. As for phosphorus, it is a vital element for all aquatic ecosystems and its aquatic biogeochemical cycle now undergoes sizable changes linked to eutrophication, invasive species development, and transformations between organic and inorganic forms. This book combines the articles dedicated to various aspects of the behavior of organic carbon, phosphorus, iron (and other related metals) in a broad range of freshwater environments, from soil solutions and groundwaters to ponds, lakes, rivers, and their riparian zones and estuaries. Related Books Challenges and Successes in Ide

This Reprint focuses on sustainable maritime transport and port intelligence in a period of major change in global shipping. Maritime transport and port operations are under growing pressure from geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruption, climate change, and low-carbon development. As global trade continues to depend on shipping, improving the efficiency, resilience, intelligence, and environmental performance of maritime and port systems has become an important task for academia, industry, and policymakers. The Reprint brings together original research and review studies on how technological innovation, digital transformation, and advanced management approaches can support greener and smarter maritime development. Its contributions address smart operations management, intelligent marine and port equipment, port automation, sustainable shipping strategies, green port development, carbon emission reduction pathways, and collaboration among shipping companies, ports, and related stakeholders. Attention is also given to digital technologies, artificial intelligence, data-driven decision support, and operational innovations that improve safety, service quality, resource use, and environmental performance. By combining theoretical analysis with practical insights, this Reprint provides a timely overview of current trends, emerging challenges, and future directions in sustainable maritime transport and intelligent port management. It offers useful references for researchers, engineers, managers, and decision makers committed to building greener, smarter, and more resilient shipping and port systems worldwide.

This reprint covers works related to research on the environments of coastal zones and inland waters, solving complex and current scientific problems in these areas. Tasks undertaken by the authors address current research trends using contemporary remote sensing techniques and cover various thematic areas or scientific approaches. Some works propose new possibilities of using geospatial data or methods of remote sensing data processing. They include issues related to the use of augmented and virtual reality, object-oriented image analysis, UAV-based photogrammetry, fusion of hydroacoustic and photogrammetric data, spatial interpolation, and geodata reduction techniques. These methods are being developed to support safe navigation in inland waters; low-cost monitoring of underwater objects; creating bathymetric maps and topobathymetric digital models or mapping submerged aquatic vegetation. The papers also focus on improving existing solutions and demonstrate new research approaches,

The focus of this Special Issue was on biomass ash valorization with respect to their potential for various material applications. Most of the publications in this Special Issue focused on the production of biogenic silica with different properties. Additionally, some of the publications considered application of biomass ashes and biochar as a fertilizer, for soil amendment and recovery of ash forming elements such as N and P, as well as the application of biomass feedstocks in biofuel production.Accordingly, ashes produced from the thermochemical conversion of agricultural residues have high potential to be utilized for different material applications. However, local availability, as well as scaling up the process and life-cycle assessment should be considered prior to the utilization of these materials. Furthermore, densification as a mechanical pre-treatment can be crucial to improve the fuel properties, while purification of some of the ash forming elements, such as calcium, pota

This Special Issue, “Tourist Satisfaction, Sustainability, and Sustainable Tourism Development: 2nd Edition”, addresses a critical mandate: transforming global tourism and hospitality from a major source of environmental and socio-cultural strain into a sustainable, resilient industry. Historically, sustainability and tourist satisfaction were viewed as having conflicting goals, with green constraints assumed to diminish the visitor experience. This volume explicitly challenges that dichotomy, exploring how environmental stewardship, socio-cultural preservation, and technological innovation intersect with consumer psychology to actually enhance contemporary visitor experiences. Comprising nine peer-reviewed papers, the collection bridges critical knowledge gaps by moving past high-level policy to examine the nuanced behavioral and psychological mechanisms of eco-conscious travelers. It leverages advanced methodologies—such as eye-tracking technology, sentiment analysis, grounded theory, and large-scale data analytics—to investigate under-researched areas like smart tourism ecosystems, digital service-scapes, and sustainability communication. Designed for an interdisciplinary audience, this work provides tourism scholars with robust theoretical frameworks and practitioners (such as hotel managers and destination operators) with actionable, empirical insights. Ultimately, it serves as a vital guide for co-creating sustainable tourism experiences, leveraging digital innovation, and implementing balanced strategies that protect local ecosystems while ensuring economic vitality.

Landscape architecture and design research is becoming increasingly popular due to rapid urbanization and its impacts on the urban and periurban environment. The constant mitigation and sprawl of urban areas is an imperative and key point for knowing which natural and man-made landscape innovations or patterns are the most suitable and sustainable for urban architecture and design. Such knowledge is crucial to achieving sustainable urbanization while maintaining and improving urban and periurban areas as well as providing a healthy environment for urban residents. Thus, innovative research that is supported by computational approaches, field studies, and spatial analysis to expand knowledge on sustainable urbanization is in high demand. In this Special Issue, we recruited researchers to share their state-of-the-art work on landscape architecture and design combined with sustainable solutions and other research fields such as urban blocks, urban public places, and architectural and design amenities related to urban and periurban environmental engineering for better coping with the urbanization phenomenon. Manuscripts within this Special Issue address sustainable urban design and landscape architecture; the design and management of green spaces; the planning and maintenance of periurban areas; and the expansion of urban areas and their impact on the urban–rural context.

Climate change remains a major challenge for global horticulture, affecting orchard productivity, fruit quality, resource use efficiency, and the sustainability of fruit production systems. Rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, droughts, heat waves, frosts, and other extreme weather events influence crop phenology, fruit development, water requirements, and pest and disease dynamics, requiring significant adaptations in orchard management. To enhance resilience under changing environmental conditions, researchers and growers are developing innovative strategies, including improved irrigation management, precision horticulture, optimized canopy architecture, climate-adapted cultivars and rootstocks, and advanced monitoring technologies.The reprint of the Special Issue Orchard Management Under Climate Change: 2nd Edition presents recent advances in climate adaptation for fruit production systems. The published papers cover topics such as irrigation management, physiological responses to abiotic stress, nutritional diagnosis, crop phenology, rootstock selection, precision horticulture, and the expansion of fruit crops into new production regions. Together, these contributions provide valuable knowledge to support the development of resilient and sustainable orchard systems under future climate scenarios.

In October 2021, the Editorial Office invited Prof. Xiaolei Liu, from the Ocean University of China, Prof. Thorsten Stoesser, from University College London, and Dr. Xingsen Guo, from University College London, to serve as Guest Editors of a Special Issue entitled “Advances in Marine Engineering: Geological Environment and Hazards”. Their task was to collect high-quality papers in the field of marine geological environments and hazards, including marine geological environments, marine geological hazards, marine engineering geology, marine hydrodynamics, marine fluid mechanics, and marine geotechnical engineering. As of October 2022, this Special Issue comprised one review paper, one editorial paper, and thirteen research papers, all of which have been compiled into a single journal issue. The success of this Special Issue led to an invitation from the Editorial Office to extend the Special Issue until April 2024, with a subsequent Special Issue entitled “Advances in Marine Engineering: Geological Environment and Hazards II”. As of April 2024, the new Special Issue includes one review paper and fifteen research papers that cover different aspects related to the subject. These papers showcase the latest advancements in research, introducing state-of-the-art concepts, sophisticated methodologies, and valuable data. Their collective contributions are poised to significantly advance the development of marine geological environments and hazards. A comprehensive synthesis of the key findings and noteworthy contributions from each paper within this Special Issue is presented.

This Reprint explores the complex interactions between energy, the environment, and economic development in the context of current global sustainability challenges. Climate change, environmental degradation, and increasing energy demands have intensified the need for policies and strategies capable of promoting economic growth while reducing environmental impacts. Particular attention is given to the role of the energy sector, which remains one of the main contributors to greenhouse gas emissions and is therefore central to the transition towards more sustainable economic systems. The contributions included in this Reprint address a wide range of contemporary topics, including renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, energy security, demand-side management, circular economy practices, and the environmental and economic implications of the energy transition. By bringing together different perspectives and methodological approaches, this Reprint contributes to a broader understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with sustainable energy systems and environmental policy.

In order to solve richer and more diverse problems in environmental and Earth sciences and other fields that have a direct impact on human society and human life, it has become a global trend to synergistically utilize methodological innovations in all relevant fields, including statistical science, systems science, complexity science, and artificial intelligence, to tackle the problems.  This Reprint, a collection of papers published in a Special Issue of Applied Sciences, demonstrates the feasibility of such a rationale. This Special Issue is hoped to instigate further activities along this line.   Related Books Complexity in Economic and Social Systems Computer Science & Mathematics ... Advances in Multi-Scale Geographic Environmental Monitoring Environmental & Earth Sciences Advances in Multi-Scale Geographic Environmental Monitoring Environmental & Earth Sciences Spatiotemporal Data Analytics and Modeling of Land Systems Environmental & Earth Sciences Geoinformatics and Data Mi

A multidisciplinary approach that involves multiple sectors and stakeholders is essential for disaster risk reduction and adaptation to climate change. This Special Issue explores how interdisciplinary approaches could resolve a wide range of issues, including risk and damage assessment, behavior change, investment, and evidence-based policy formulation. Related Books Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities ... Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities ... Disaster Mitigation, Risk Reduction, and Resilience Design of Engineering Structures Engineering The Drought Risk Analysis, Forecasting, and Assessment under Climate Change Environmental & Earth Sciences ... Coastal Disaster Assessment and Response Environmental & Earth Sciences ... The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Board Legal Information: MDPI Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Terms of Use Accessibili

Traditionally practiced in shallow coastal waters, aquaculture has been expanding into deeper oceanic zones in response to the increasing demand for marine resources and the pressures of overfishing and environmental degradation in shallower waters. This Special Issue examines the emerging field of deep-sea aquaculture, concentrating on selecting species suitable for cultivation in deep-sea conditions, as well as the technological innovations necessary to make such ventures sustainable. The deep-sea environment presents unique challenges, including extreme pressure, low temperatures, and limited light. However, technological advancements in aquaculture systems, such as autonomous monitoring and feeding, specialized equipment, and biosecurity measures, are paving the way for successful deep-sea aquaculture operations. This Special Issue offers an in-depth examination of the criteria for selecting species, the technologies involved, the challenges encountered, and the sustainability considerations associated with deep-sea aquaculture.

This Special Issue opens a new field of research in certain emerging innovative instruments, because it provides an in-depth revision of the main aspects of institutions and instruments available for the management and governance of droughts and water scarcity. The key aspects that institutions may tackle not only include the increasing water scarcity in many regions around the world but also the increasing frequency and impact of droughts on economic and natural systems. Some of the included papers analyze critical issues, such as the state and future trends of water markets; the estimation of transaction costs when dealing with drought management; and the use of new instruments, such as insurance and water-rights entitlements, which include water security, water-pricing effects on the whole basin level, and intra- and inter-sectorial re-allocation. The important issues regarding non-conventional water supply and the governance of the new resources also feature as the focus of some

Landscape architecture, traditionally seen as a blend of art and science, is evolving rapidly due to data and technological advancements. This Special Issue reprints 10 groundbreaking articles from Land, underscoring how new technologies transform landscape design, evaluation, and management.The articles explore the following: 1. Expand Landscape Architecture: Advanced tools enable landscape architects to address a broader range of environmental and social issues, fostering sustainability and inclusivity; 2. Innovate Design Practices: Technological breakthroughs enhance creative expression and functionality, leading to more dynamic and user-focused landscapes. 3. Revolutionize Evaluation and Management: Data-driven methods are reshaping project assessment and management, offering deeper insights into user behavior and environmental impacts. These articles represent innovative research in landscape architecture, covering the following: 1. Big data analytics for evaluating public spaces;Generative adversarial networks (GANs) for color rendering in park designs; 2. GIS and machine learning for wildlife habitat analysis; 3. Spatial analysis for assessing urban green space access inequalities; 4. Content mining for insights into tourist perceptions. This Special Issue is significant for landscape architects, urban planners, environmental scientists, and others invested in the future of our built environment, highlighting how embracing innovation helps redefine landscape architecture and contributes to a more sustainable, livable world for future generations.