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{"title":"Optimizing solar PV systems using fuzzy logic for Climate-Resilient Healthcare infrastructure in Kyrgyzstan","authors":"Nivine Guler ,&nbsp;Zied Ben Hazem ,&nbsp;Ali Gunes","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100190","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100190","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Stable power infrastructure and access to electricity for hospital and clinic infrastructures remains a challenge in most rural and climatically sensitive areas. Though photovoltaic (PV) modules are commonly used for renewable energy generation, conventional methods are generally based on fixed tilt angles or high mathematical modeling techniques. They often do not consider varying weather conditions as well as uncertainties in the surrounding environment and therefore have poor energy capture efficiency and higher operational nonlinearities. To fill this gap, this study develops an intelligent MPPT algorithm that applies the FLC. FLC was chosen because of its ability to control systems having nonlinearities and adverse operating environment without necessarily requiring robust computational power. These tilt angles are proposed for seasonal adjustment to ensure high efficiency, more importantly for the healthcare facilities in Naryn area in Kyrgyzstan that strongly depends on stable power sources. Simulation data also show that the FLC-based model has 20% more power compared with fixed-angle system and approximately 15% compared with traditional MPPT technique. Also, the proposed scheme showed 3% prediction error when checked with the PVWatts calculator. Moreover, the proposed system avoids large computational complexity and miniaturization, which makes it more realistic in practice. Besides contributing to the MPPT optimization field, this research also helps in meeting the energy requirement of healthcare facilities present in remote locations. The results fall under SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being and SDG 13 — Climate Action, highlighting the benefits of using intelligent solar PV systems to create climate adaptive health facilities.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100190"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143454708","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Environmental risk assessment of concrete construction projects in developing countries based on Analytical Hierarchy Process method","authors":"Saman Solaimanian","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100178","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100178","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Concrete construction, while essential for development, presents significant environmental challenges in developing countries. This study investigates the applicability of the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) to prioritize environmental risks associated with concrete construction projects in these regions. By integrating expert judgment and stakeholder input through pairwise comparisons, the AHP analysis identified air pollution (39%), specifically dust generation, as the most critical risk, followed by water pollution (27.4%), resource depletion (12.5%), solid waste generation (16.3%), and habitat destruction (4.8%). Dust suppression emerged as the most effective mitigation strategy for air pollution. Water resource management, including rainwater harvesting, was crucial for minimizing water usage and contamination. Utilizing recycled or demolition waste was identified as key for reducing reliance on virgin resources and minimizing solid waste. This research demonstrates the effectiveness of AHP in prioritizing context-specific environmental risks for sustainable concrete construction in developing countries, providing a valuable framework for project managers and policymakers to address critical issues such as air and water quality and resource conservation.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100178"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143349865","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Is renewable energy storage sustainable? A review","authors":"Aleksandar Anastasovski","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100176","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100176","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Transformation of energy supply systems into green intensifies the use of renewable energy sources. Renewables cannot continuously supply energy. Therefore, energy storage systems are very important in the whole system of generation and distribution. Anyway, energy storage systems have many issues in terms of sustainability. This paper classified energy storage and analyzed issues in their sustainability solutions. In addition, it determines the key performance indicators that define the sustainability of energy storage systems. This analysis determined many sustainability problems presented by the information for each key performance indicator. The least negative impact is shown for the performance of mechanical energy storage and sensible/latent heat storage. The production of green hydrogen, green ammonia and biogas showed some negative impact. The worst sustainability is related to energy storage technologies or electrochemical energy storage technologies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100176"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143349308","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The potential of green roof strategies for reducing CO2 emissions and energy use in Moroccan office buildings","authors":"Abdessamad Idouanaou,&nbsp;Mustapha Malha,&nbsp;Abdellah Bah,&nbsp;Saïd Kardellass","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100177","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100177","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Green roofs are increasingly recognized as a sustainable strategy for mitigating energy consumption and reducing CO₂ emissions in buildings. This study evaluates the potential of green roofs in Moroccan office buildings across six climatic zones, focusing on three critical design parameters: Leaf Area Index (LAI), plant height, and minimum stomatal resistance (MSR). Through simulations conducted using EnergyPlus, the results reveal significant energy-saving potential, particularly in hotter zones, where cooling demand is dominant. Taller plants and higher LAI values enhance shading and evapotranspiration, reducing cooling energy use by up to 4.75%, but they also increase heating energy requirements during cooler months by up to 20.23%. The findings underscore the need for region-specific optimization, including strategies like seasonal plant height adjustment and LAI selection, to balance cooling benefits and heating trade-offs. By providing insights into the thermal and environmental performance of green roofs, this research contributes to the development of practical design guidelines for integrating sustainable building practices into Morocco’s growing urban landscape.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100177"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143349313","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Antecedents of environmental sustainability based on E-HRM approach: An empirical investigation","authors":"Chetan Sharma ,&nbsp;Shoeb Ahmad ,&nbsp;Nisha ,&nbsp;Sunil Kumar ,&nbsp;Nisha Kumari ,&nbsp;Reyaz Ahmad","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100175","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100175","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Human resources play a crucial role in fostering a positive work environment and organizational growth, with a shift towards Green HRM practices becoming essential for environmental sustainability. Integrating electronic HR management and motivation strategies can enhance employee engagement and promote eco-friendly behaviors, ultimately benefiting both the organization and the environment. The study aims to examine the effects of electronic human resource management (E-HRM) practices, green rewards, and green motivation on implementing green human resource management (GHRM) practices within organizations, specifically focusing on their impact on environmental sustainability. Utilizing purposive sampling, data was collected from a diverse group of 246 employees and analyzed using SPSS and AMOS software. The findings reveal a significant positive relationship between adopting E-HRM and both green HRM practices and environmental sustainability, indicating that E-HRM serves as a critical facilitator in promoting eco-friendly initiatives within organizations. Additionally, the research demonstrates that green rewards and motivation can enhance employee engagement in green HRM practices, further supporting sustainability efforts. The study contributes significantly to the green HRM literature by underscoring the importance of integrating E-HRM practices in pursuing environmental objectives. The policy implications suggest that organizations aiming for greater environmental sustainability should prioritize the adoption of E-HRM, which cultivates a green-oriented culture through effective rewards and motivation strategies. By doing so, organizations can strengthen their commitment to sustainability and improve their overall environmental performance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100175"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143173084","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"An extensive analysis and environmental sustainability applications of multifunctional biochar developments: Current trends and technological advances","authors":"Farah Amalina ,&nbsp;Santhana Krishnan ,&nbsp;A.W. Zularisam ,&nbsp;Mohd Nasrullah","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100174","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100174","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This review highlights the multifunctional applications, recent trends, and technological advancements of biochar (BC), a carbon-rich material produced through biomass pyrolysis. BC has emerged as a promising solution to environmental and agricultural challenges. The manuscript examines key production methods, such as slow pyrolysis, fast pyrolysis, and gasification, and their effects on BC’s physical, chemical, and structural properties. It explores BC’s applications in soil improvement, water treatment, waste management, and renewable energy. Recent innovations, including nano-BC, BC composites, advanced pyrolysis techniques, and feedstock diversification, are discussed alongside the importance of quality and safety standards. This review emphasizes BC’s versatility and potential to drive sustainable solutions, offering insights for future research and development.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100174"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143173577","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Volcanic rocks in the 21st century: Multifaceted applications for sustainable development","authors":"Hang Yang,&nbsp;Hongli Diao,&nbsp;Shibin Xia","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100172","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100172","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Volcanic rocks, with their diverse physicochemical properties, are pivotal in numerous scientific and industrial applications. This review comprehensively examines the multifaceted uses of volcanic rocks, focusing on their roles in sustainable construction, environmental remediation, and industrial catalysis. Volcanic materials like basalt and pumice enhance the durability and thermal efficiency of construction materials, while their porous structures facilitate the adsorption of pollutants in environmental applications. Additionally, their catalytic properties are harnessed in various industrial processes, promoting cleaner production techniques. This review synthesizes current research and explores future innovations, emphasizing the potential of volcanic rocks to contribute to sustainable development and technological advancement. The integration of volcanic rocks in sustainable practices highlights their role in promoting ecological balance and resource efficiency. The findings underscore the significance of interdisciplinary approaches in leveraging volcanic rocks for eco-friendly and economically viable solutions, demonstrating their potential to address global challenges through innovative applications and future research directions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100172"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143167415","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A review of the role of nature-based solutions in mitigating food insecurity in Africa","authors":"Solomon Asamoah ,&nbsp;Henry Mensah ,&nbsp;Eric Kwame Simpeh ,&nbsp;Eric Oduro-Ofori ,&nbsp;Sandra Serwaa Boateng ,&nbsp;Sarah Boateng ,&nbsp;Listowel Koda Frimpong ,&nbsp;Priscilla Okyere","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100173","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100173","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The study explores the role of nature-based solutions in addressing food insecurity in Africa, with the broader goal of advancing knowledge in this field. This study utilized a scoping review to identify peer-reviewed literature and VOSviewer for bibliometric analysis. Abductive reasoning was employed to analyze the collected data, which were then subjected to thematic analysis using an iterative read-and-review procedure. The study identified agroforestry, permaculture practices, urban agriculture and rooftop gardens, wetland restoration, cover cropping and crop rotation, aquaponics, eco-friendly pest control, and community-based forest management as components of nature-based solutions that can help address food insecurity. However, despite the growing interest in nature-based solutions as a potential solution, a comprehensive understanding of its efficacy, challenges, and implications for addressing food insecurity in Africa remains limited. Existing research has primarily focused on case studies and localized interventions, with a gap in synthesizing broader trends, identifying key research areas, and exploring intersectionality.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100173"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143167418","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessing the potential of green roofs in urban areas: A multicriteria Boolean​ analysis utilizing GIS and remote sensing data in the city of Nador, Morocco","authors":"Rachid Lambarki,&nbsp;Achbab Elmostafa,&nbsp;Mehdi Maanan,&nbsp;Hassan Rhinane","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100171","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100171","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In the comprehensive scope of this study in Nador, the adopted methodology is meticulously designed to assess the feasibility of introducing green roofs into the urban context with a holistic approach. The first phase is an assessment of ground vegetation cover by upervised classification of the city using satellite images. Concurrently, 3D modeling of structures is undertaken using LIDAR point cloud classification, combining the extraction of building footprints using photogrammetric restitution. This approach provides a precise three-dimensional depiction of the urban topography. The evaluation of the feasibility of each roof for the introduction of vegetation is based on a complicated Boolean multicriteria analysis. This technique includes essential elements such as minimum roof size, slope, and duration of sunshine, utilizing the linear model of Angstrom Prescott as a reference. These challenging criteria lead to a rigorous assessment of the effective area of each roof, therefore finding suitable roofs for the smooth integration of green roofs into the urban environment. The investigation showed a broad distribution of roofs in Nador in terms of potential for green roofs. The medium category, containing 18<!--> <!-->521 buildings with available space between 30% and 60%, demonstrates considerable potential, while the high level of quality is attributable to 2695 structures with over 60% available space, presenting substantial possibilities for greening. The combination of these groups constitutes 64% of the total roof area, showing a considerable percentage favorable to greening. Economically, the research comprises an in-depth examination of expenses connected with green roof installation, varied greatly depending on the style of roof (extensive or intense), ranging from $28.95 to $96 million. Concurrently, an evaluation of the economic advantages of urban agriculture on rooftops is done, with possible revenues estimated at $8.11 to $12.16 million depending on the variety of crops. Despite large initial expenses, this research demonstrates that investments in green roofs may offer long-term economic and environmental advantages, considerably contributing to ecological urban design. The collected findings are applied to construct a green cadastre, giving a strong platform for GIS mapping of ideal roofs, so permitting a planned and harmonic integration of green roofs into the urban fabric of Nador.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100171"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143167421","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A literature review on transformative impacts of blockchain technology on manufacturing management and industrial engineering practices","authors":"Dharmendra Hariyani ,&nbsp;Poonam Hariyani ,&nbsp;Sanjeev Mishra ,&nbsp;Milind Kumar Sharma","doi":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100169","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.grets.2025.100169","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As business performance increasingly depends on decentralized, tamper-proof records to manage transactions and data flows, adopting blockchain technology (BCT) is becoming crucial for remaining competitive in the digital and globalized economy. This review aims to explore the transformative impact of BCT on manufacturing management and industrial engineering practices, particularly in areas like transparency, decision-making, operational efficiency, and trust. Through an extensive review of 480 peer-reviewed papers retrieved from the Scopus database, using the keyword search “blockchain” and “management” or (“manufacturing” or “industrial engineering” or “service” or “supply chain” or “organization”) within the title, abstract, and keywords, this study highlights BCT’s ability to revolutionize supply chain management by providing real-time traceability, automating processes through smart contracts, and ensuring sustainability and compliance. The study finds that BCT significantly enhances management and industrial engineering by improving supply chain transparency, automating operations with smart contracts, and ensuring quality and sustainability. Key findings reveal its effectiveness in improving data security, risk management, and intellectual property protection, alongside optimizing inventory control and customer satisfaction. Moreover, the study identifies innovative applications of BCT in integrating digital technologies such as IoT within Industry 4.0 frameworks, enabling smarter and more resilient manufacturing systems. By addressing challenges such as scalability, regulatory uncertainty, and interoperability, this review offers a roadmap for organizations to adopt BCT effectively. The novelty of the study lies in its comprehensive analysis of BCT’s dual potential, i.e., bridging operational gaps and fostering strategic alignment while providing actionable insights for practitioners to leverage its benefits across diverse industrial applications. This paper serves as a foundational guide to understanding BCT’s role in driving sustainable and competitive growth in modern manufacturing ecosystems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100598,"journal":{"name":"Green Technologies and Sustainability","volume":"3 3","pages":"Article 100169"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143173573","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}