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Renewable Energy and Sustainable Development
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ISSN (Print) 2356-8518 - ISSN (Online) 2356-8569
Published by Academy Publishing Center, Egypt

[4 journals]

Mobility inequality of disadvantaged groups in Greater Cairo region
- Authors: Nouran Azouz, Marwa A. Khalifa, Mohamed El-Fayoumi
  Pages: 1 - 15
  PubDate: 2024-02-12
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.753
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
A comprehensive study of travel mode captivity: a nuanced perspective on
car captivity in new Cairo, Egypt
- Authors: Rana Swelam, Marwa Khalifa, Nabil Mohareb, Yasser Moustafa, Sami Affifi
  Pages: 16 - 31
  PubDate: 2024-02-26
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.751
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Coastal vulnerability assessment in urban planning: a comparative
tool-based selection approach for the Egyptian context
- Authors: Aya Adel Hemida, Marwa Abo Elfetouh Khalifa, Morad Abdelsalheen, Samy Afifi
  Pages: 32 - 48
  Abstract: In the context of coastal cities facing sea level rises (SLR) and climate extremes, this study seeks to provide Coastal Vulnerability Assessment (CVA) tools for improved urban planning in Egypt. Through comparative analysis and systematic application of exclusion criteria, we evaluated 16 tools to identify the most suitable options. The objective was to select tools that exhibit the greatest relevance and potential applicability to effectively address CVAs in the region. Among the analyzed tools, 37.5% appeared to align well with the context. CoVI is notably recommended due to its comprehensive dimension consideration. This approach improves coastal vulnerability understanding and aids planners in decision-making for coastal areas. Received: 13 November 2023 Accepted: 09 February 2024 Published: 03 March 2024
  PubDate: 2024-03-03
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.755
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Influence of shared and innovative mobility on psychological wellbeing
- Authors: Rosa Arroyo López, Tomás Ruiz Sánchez, Lidón Mars Aicart
  Pages: 49 - 58
  Abstract: Recently, new travel options such as micromobility and shared transport systems have been introduced in many urban areas in Spain, which are intended to increase the sustainability and accessibility of cities. The Covid-19 pandemic has boost the use of these new individual travel modes.In this conference paper, travel behavior and wellbeing of users of this new urban solutions compared to traditional transport modes are analyzed.Face-to-face and online surveys were carried out during the Summer of 2021 in Valencia (Spain) to collect information regarding travel behavior and wellbeing. Participants were habitual users of all urban travel modes, including those who also used motosharing, carsharing or private e-scooters. Satisfaction with Travel Scale (STS) is used to explore subjective wellbeing of users of new and traditional transport modes.Results show that current users of motosharing and private e-scooters were former users of public transport, while users of carsharing used to utilize more car and motosharing before. On the other hand, active transport is associated with higher satisfaction compared to new urban modes, while they provide more satisfaction than urban public transport. Received: 16 November 2023Accepted: 10 March 2024 Published: 27 March 2024
  PubDate: 2024-03-27
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.757
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
An integrated toolkit for equality in daily urban mobility in Saudi
Arabia: advancing gender mobility indicators
- Authors: Amira Asaad, Asmaa Ibrahim, Tarek Abou El Seoud, Nancy M. Abdel-Moneim
  Pages: 59 - 76
  Abstract: The significance of unimpeded mobility in everyday activities, including commuting, shopping, and social interactions, cannot be overstated. However, many persons, particularly women, face challenges that restrict their ability to move freely because of various circumstances, such as gender-related concerns and socio-economic inequalities. The absence of a well-defined framework and comprehensive indicators for addressing gender-related mobility concerns is a notable challenge in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and other similar regions. This article comprehensively analyses several mobility indicators and dimensions from diverse literature, specifically emphasizing their applicability in promoting gender equality in urban mobility within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). A comprehensive framework is established by rigorous analysis and comparison, taking inspiration from the "Four A's" concept introduced by the World Bank in 2020. The approach offers valuable help in navigating the complex interplay between gender dynamics and urban mobility. The comparison underscores the significance of including privacy, Security, availability, and diversity of public transportation indicators in the toolkit. This inclusion is necessary to address the unique requirements, safety considerations, and cultural contexts of women when designing public transportation systems. The primary objective of these initiatives is to advance gender equality in the context of urban transportation in Saudi Arabia. Received: 20 December 2023 Accepted: 03 March 2024 Published: 28 March 2024
  PubDate: 2024-03-28
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.782
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Renewable energy in sustainable agricultural production: real options
approach to solar irrigation investment under uncertainty
- Authors: Casper Boongaling Agaton, Charmaine Samala Guno
  Pages: 77 - 91
  PubDate: 2024-05-29
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.829
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Review on issues and challenges to sustainable urban development in the
state of Uttarakhand
- Authors: Avishek Ghosal, Anil Kumar, Sushil Kumar Rai
  Pages: 92 - 106
  PubDate: 2024-05-30
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.758
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
The commuting behavior and perception correlates of commuting trips: a
comparative study on the Egyptian and migrant populations in Cairo and
Alexandria
- Authors: Randa Khalil, Dina Noseir, Yasmin Kandil, Ahmed Shehata, David G. Farid, Aly Elrefaei, Houshmand Masoumi
  Pages: 107 - 122
  Abstract: The circumstances of commute travel behavior in a large part of developing countries, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa as well as the preferences of the main populations and the recent migrants are unclear. Thus, this study attempts to investigate the behaviors and preferences of commuters in Cairo and Alexandria, Egypt focusing on the Egyptian and non-Egyptian demographic groups. Two research questions were answered in this paper: (1) Are there significant differences between the commuting characteristics of Egyptians and non-Egyptians' (2) What are the subjective public transport use correlates of commute trip generation among Egyptians and non-Egyptians' Mann-Whitney U test and Ordinary Least Square models were applied to answer these questions based on the primary, disaggregate data of 1,810 face-to-face interviews (1,193 in Cairo and 617 in Alexandria) conducted from Nov. 2022 to May 2023. The results show a significant difference between the commuting variables of Egyptians and non-Egyptians in the sample, including their commute trip generation, commute trip time on weekdays, ideal commute trip time per day, satisfaction with commuting, willingness to spend time in commuting, and commuting expenses per month. When controlling for age, household size, and car ownership, four variables related to public transportation use significantly define the commute trip generation of both Egyptian and non-Egyptian groups. These variables include evaluation of the quality of buses and minibuses, perceived security when using public transportation, perceived security when uniformed guards or security forces are near the PT station/stop, and perceived security when the stations/stops are well-lit. These results can be used for better urban and mobility policymaking in the countries of the Middle East and North Africa. Received: 30 November 2024 Accepted: 12 March 2024 Published: 22 May 2024
  PubDate: 2024-05-22
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.768
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Modeling the kinetics of pyrolysis of date seeds using artificial neural
networks
- Authors: R. A. Felobes, Magdy Abadir
  Pages: 123 - 134
  Abstract: Ground date seeds were subjected to thermal analysis in a stream of Nitrogen at four different heating rates (5, 10, 15 and 20oC.min-1 ) and their TG – DTG patterns were obtained. Two peaks showed up for the degradation of lignocellulosic components. Three iso-conversional methods were used to obtain the activation energy of these steps, namely the Flynn-Wall-Ozawa (FWO), the Kissinger-Asahira-Sunoze (KAS) and the Friedmann methods. The values of activation energy for the first step of degradation varied from 113.76 to 117.80 kJ.mol-1 , depending on the method of calculation. For the second step, the corresponding values were 130.99, 123.07 and 127.52 kJ.mol-1 . At the end of the second peak, biochar was formed that went on cracking off its more volatile constituents at higher temperatures. An artificial Neural Network simulation was carried out for the first degradation step. The values obtained from that simulation for conversion – temperature curves and for biochar content were in excellent agreement with the corresponding experimental figures. However, the simulated values obtained for activation energy at different conversion levels were higher.
  Received: 17 February 2024 Accepted: 11 April 2024 Published: 20 May 2024
  PubDate: 2024-05-20
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.811
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Promoting user well-being in central business district: the role of
sustainable open spaces
- Authors: Shereen Hussein, Suzette Aziz, Rania Nasreldin
  Pages: 135 - 152
  Abstract: Sustainable Open spaces are the heart of every community, they play a great role in connecting people with places. This connection should be considered by every urban designer and architect especially in Central Business District (CBD) which are the core of this study. Especially that CBDs often face several challenges in this matter such as high-density usage and limited open spaces that can serve people. This research aims to define how the design of sustainable open spaces can contribute to the physical, social, and environmental wellbeing of users and achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 – ''Good Health and Well-being" and 11 – "Sustainable Cities and Communities". In addition to highlighting the main aspects of the sustainable urban design elements and user needs for enhancing wellbeing. Exploring the relation between these two domains as well as identifying their elements and indicators to define the most suitable sustainable design considerations exclusively for open spaces in CBD. The research’s methodology adopts a detailed analysis of both international and national case studies, which offers a comparative and contextual understanding of open spaces in different urban settings. in addition to validating the effectiveness of this strategy through urban analysis and questionnaire for users of CBD. altogether are used to develop an evaluation matrix to identify the relationship between design elements and their role to transform open spaces in CBDs to places that can enhance users’ wellbeing & achieve sustainability goals. The research proves that well-designed sustainable open spaces can serve as vital components in healthy urban environments, significantly contributing to the overall quality of life and satisfaction of individuals in CBDs. Received: 11 March 2024 Accepte: 12 April 2024 Published: 23 May 2024
  PubDate: 2024-05-23
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.827
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Applying citizen science method for odor measurement in urban areas
- Authors: Yasmine Amkieh, Ibtehal Youssef El-Bastawissi, Mary Felix
  Pages: 153 - 168
  Abstract: Urban site analysis includes tangible factors such as the physical site features and intangible factors as the sensory site features like odors affect the inhabited area in the site. Environmental and chemical studies have much greater attention and studies to the odor effects in the urban areas than urban designers. The aim of this paper is to provide a validated and applicable method for the urban designers in odor measurement. The objective of this research is to present the various methods in measuring odors adopted in chemical and environmental studies to achieve an applicable odor measurement method in the urban design field. The odor measurement tools are usually dedicated to measure odor concentration at the odor source or at the receptor location, that are used in chemical and environmental studies. However, in the urban design studies the odor measurement could be performed using a method called the citizen science considering the FIDOL factor to evaluate the odor nuisance including odor frequency, intensity, duration, offensiveness, location, and hedonic tone. This research conducts a case study in a coastal area in Tripoli city and determine Tripoli landfill as a significant odor source that affect people in their inhabited areas. A questionnaire were distributed in the affected area by the odor source, and the respondents of the inhabitants ensured that the summer season is the most season that they can feel the odor in their places be associated with the wind direction. The results ensure that the citizen science method in measuring odors is validated, applicable, and available for urban designers to detect and estimate the affected area by odor source. Received: 07 May 2024 Accepted: 21 June 2024 Published: 30 June 2024
  PubDate: 2024-06-30
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.868
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)
Understanding walkability criteria in high-density communities: a case
study in Alexandria, Egypt
- Authors: Maye Yehia, Yasmin Kandil, Noha A. Fouad
  Pages: 169 - 186
  Abstract: Walkability has recently been a major topic and an essential attribute in the sustainability approach to urban design and planning. Studying urban dimensions and qualities in a specific context is essential to developing walkability criteria, as each environment has its conditions and spatial scale that will affect walkability scenarios differently. This paper studies the main criteria contributing to successful walkable environments in high-density communities. The methodology consists of developing detailed walkability criteria by studying urban qualities related to three dimensions: morphological/visual, functional, and social. Each urban quality is analyzed by stating its definition, assessment method and studying its condition in high-density communities. The assessment methods are based on quantitative and qualitative indicators depending on the nature of the criteria, which include imageability, transparency, scale of enclosure, complexity, connectivity, land use mix, legibility, as well as pedestrian comfort and safety. Providing tools to upgrade walkability in a city like Alexandria in Egypt is another objective of this study. Walkability criteria are tested on a typical city center street where buildings of every age and condition are mingled, and which is similar to many other Alexandria streets, thus, the results and recommendations can contribute to enhancing the walkability of everyday streets in the city. Received: 21 January 2024Accepted: 23 May 2024Published: 30 June 2024
  PubDate: 2024-06-30
  DOI: 10.21622/resd.2024.10.1.799
  Issue No: Vol. 10, No. 1 (2024)

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