Journal of Environmental & Earth Sciences

Abstract: The concept of aesthetic value as a part of ecosystem services (ES) assessment is needed to manage the landscape sustainably, although it is still conceptually limited and methodologically divided. This review brings together progress in defining, measuring, and integrating aesthetic value into ES frameworks, and specifically how it can be viewed as a cultural ecosystem... More

Abstract: The fast-changing environment is becoming a greater influence on aquatic systems, and the traditional approaches still look at conventional monitoring as point-based sampling, which under-samples the spatiotemporal variation and episodic dynamics. This review summarizes future trends toward ultraviolet sampling using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enhanced sensor fusion and comprehensive conceptualizations of the intelligence of aquatic systems. We... More

Abstract: The instability of mine tailings represents a major environmental and geotechnical challenge, particularly due to the risk of slope failure and contamination of surrounding watercourses. At the Auzelles site (Auvergne, France), the absence of prior stability assessment combined with steep natural slopes (35°–40°) constitutes a critical factor of instability. This study aims to evaluate the... More

Abstract: Eco-intelligent trade networks are emerging as a critical governance frontier where regional economic development and environmental management intersect. With the increase in networked production and logistics systems, the environmental issues of greenhouse gas emissions, air contamination, water stress, and land-use change spread across jurisdiction by trade. Artificial intelligence can provide new functionality to monitor, assign,... More

Abstract: Climate nonstationary and exacerbated disturbance regimes, as well as ubiquitous human alteration of landscapes and seascapes, are increasingly challenging ecosystem restoration. In this scenario, restoration strategies based on static reference states, or short-term structural goals, tend to provide delicate results that fail when subjected to extreme events, new stress factors, or changing baselines. The current... More

Abstract: Mangrove forests globally are biodiversity hotspots, supporting microbes, vertebrates, and invertebrates. We thus postulate that, because mangrove soil is a habitat for numerous organisms, it will be a hotbed of both soil- and plant-based nematodes. This study is significant because there is a dearth of information on nematode studies in the Niger Delta region. The present... More

Abstract: The agricultural sector plays a significant role in greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in developing countries within the ASEAN region. Despite ASEAN’s status as a group of emerging economies, environmental pressures continue to increase alongside economic and demographic growth. This study aims to examine the determinants of greenhouse gas emissions in six ASEAN countries—Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand,... More

Abstract: This review is based on the synthesis of the movement and transformation of industrial pollutants between the sources of emissions and the human and ecological receptors based on the tight-knit chemical processes involving the atmosphere, soil, and groundwater. Instead of taking linear source-pathway-receptor routes, several contaminants are subjected to repetitive partitioning, reaction, retention, and remobilization... More

Abstract: The concept of hydrogen mixing into the pre-existing natural gas systems is a more and more actively encouraged approach to the decarbonization of the near term, but its integrity concerns go well beyond the traditional pipeline safety and subsurface environmental statement. This review summarizes existing information about hydrogen-material interactions in existing gas infrastructure and presents... More

Abstract: High-resolution sensors, satellites in greater numbers, and autonomous flying platforms have ushered in a new era of massive amounts of data, a diversity of modalities, and a sense of urgency in their application due to remote sensing. Although sensing and analytics advances have been extensively investigated, communication systems are taking the broader role in deciding... More

Abstract: The danger of hydrocarbon spills from vessels presents long-term threats to vital coastal environments, such as mangroves, salt marshes, seagrass meadows, coral reef-related shorelines, and ecological sensitivity is coupled with maritime activities. The accurate source apportionment is necessary to perform impact assessment, remediation prioritization and regulatory enforcement, but it is still hard to achieve because of... More

Abstract: The study of geological materials, processes, and groundwater systems in relation to the built environment is known as urban geology and is growing in significance as the surface area of cities and their subsurface complexity continue to expand rapidly. This is a review of the existing knowledge on the geological nature of urban settings and... More

Abstract: Forest fires are one of the most destructive natural disasters to global ecosystems, and accurate and rapid fire point positioning is crucial for forest fire management. In this study, we propose an accurate fire point positioning technology based on aerial photography. This method uses a high-accuracy Global Positioning System and an inertial measurement unit to... More

Abstract: Solid waste management remains a critical concern for academic institutions striving for sustainability. This study assesses waste generation and composition across the seven campuses of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) to inform a system-wide solid waste management framework. A seven-day waste analysis and characterization study (WACS) was conducted in USTP CDO (Cagayan de... More

Abstract: Heatwaves can lead to extreme weather conditions, and droughts are becoming more common, lasting, and operationally significant, exposing outdoor recreation to these elements. This review summarizes existing data on the impacts of extreme heat and water shortages on recreation participation, safety, the experience quality, and management, and considers methods used to assess vulnerability. We incorporate results with an Exposure Sensitivity... More