Global Sustainability in Energy, Building, Infrastructure, Transportation, and Water Technology

This book focuses on holistic approaches to sustainability in all sectors of building, infrastructure, and energy to achieve a best-balanced global energy, building, infrastructure, transportation, and water technology (EBITW) system. It defines the context for proactive consideration of scientific theories and practical technical applications of sustainable development, following seven themes: renewable energy technology, advanced building design technology, innovative infrastructure and transportation engineering, clean water and sanitation, sustainable urban and rural development, clean environment, and sustainable planet.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 470 pages
Publication date: 05 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into holistic approaches to sustainability across various sectors of building, infrastructure, and energy, aiming to establish a balanced global energy, building, infrastructure, transportation, and water technology (EBITW) system. Through a series of innovative research and implementation solutions, the book seeks to define the context for proactive consideration of scientific theories and practical technical applications of sustainable development. The book is organized into seven main themes:
Renewable Energy Technology: This theme explores the advancements in renewable energy sources and technologies, including solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass, to promote clean and sustainable energy production.
Advanced Building Design Technology: This theme focuses on developing advanced building design techniques that optimize energy efficiency, reduce carbon footprint, and enhance indoor environmental quality.
Innovative Infrastructure and Transportation Engineering: This theme explores innovative infrastructure and transportation solutions to address transportation challenges, such as congestion, pollution, and sustainability, while promoting economic growth and social well-being.
Clean Water and Sanitation: This theme emphasizes the importance of clean water and sanitation for human health and well-being, and explores innovative technologies and practices for water resource management and treatment.
Sustainable Urban and Rural Development: This theme focuses on sustainable urban and rural development strategies to create livable, resilient, and inclusive communities, while promoting sustainable land use and resource management.
Clean Environment: This theme explores the importance of preserving and protecting the environment, including air, water, soil, and biodiversity, and explores innovative solutions for environmental conservation and pollution control.
Sustainable Planet: This theme emphasizes the interconnectedness of sustainability across different sectors and the need for global cooperation and action to achieve a sustainable future for all.
The book is designed to appeal to a wide audience, including researchers, field engineers, and students interested in sustainable development and technology. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the latest trends, research, and practical applications in the field, making it an invaluable resource for professionals and scholars alike.

Weight: 735g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030623784
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021