Journal of Environmental & Earth Sciences

Abstract: The increasing frequency and intensity of geological hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, volcanic eruptions, and floods underscore the need for advanced monitoring techniques. Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), satellite-based technologies, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) are next-generation 3D mapping technologies that have transformed geological hazards monitoring due to their high-resolution, real-time data that could improve... More

Abstract: The environmental conditions determine the long-term conservation of tangible cultural heritage, affecting the processes of physical, chemical, and biological degradation of materials and situations over an extensive spectrum. The last few years have seen expansive gains in sensing technology, data acquisition, and analysis procedures, which have facilitated the creation of intelligent environmental practices that surpass... More

Abstract: Composted organic amendments are increasingly recognized as viable alternatives to synthetic fertilizers, driven by the rising interest in organic waste recycling and sustainable soil management. This study aims to evaluate the long-term effects of bio compost, derived from organic waste, on the chemical and microbiological properties of agricultural soils. A one-year laboratory-scale experiment was conducted... More

Abstract: The pressure from environmental regulations is emerging as an effective and constant factor that is developing the sustainable development of cultural tourism destinations. The review is a synthesis of studies on the process of resilience evaluation and improvement of cultural tourism systems that are increasingly subject to governance by the environment of very high standards.... More

Abstract: The road and bridge infrastructure systems are also among the most resource-intensive systems in the built environment, which produce massive environmental impacts on their life cycles. Civil infrastructure environmental stewardship must therefore demand decision-making methods that are no longer limited to the static analysis of sustainability, but rather to the adaptive and data-driven management of... More

Abstract: Environmental Internet of Things (E-IoT) networks are also used in real-time air, water, soil, and ecological systems monitoring, which provides high-resolution data that is essential in environmental management and policy decision-making. When used in these networks, the implementation of machine learning (ML) will improve the predictive potential, anomaly detection, and automated decision-making. Nevertheless, the use... More

Abstract: The integrity of the subsurface at the energy environment interface is essential for the safe, long-term and responsible storage and transportation of oil and gas. The latest developments in materials, design techniques, and monitoring systems have revolutionized the design and operation of subsurface infrastructure in a manner that employs simultaneous solutions to mechanical, chemical, and geotechnical... More

Abstract: Carbon cycling is an important factor in the climate regulation of the Earth as it regulates the exchange of carbon between the atmosphere, oceans, and soils, as well as living organisms on Earth. This review discusses the processes of carbon cycling in natural and managed ecosystems and identifies the processes of photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and... More

Abstract: Loess areas represent the most susceptible geomorphological settings for geological disasters, thanks to distinctive soil properties, elevated porosity, and high water permeability. The study provides an updated overview of the mechanisms, features, and mitigation approaches for geological hazards in loess regions, using Gansu Province as a case study and comparing it with other loess regions worldwide.... More

Abstract: This review synthesizes advances in simulating environmental stress effects and coordinating carbon storage optimization within mining-driven land use evolution, with a focus on the Shaanxi Northern Mining Area Basin. Intensive coal exploitation reshapes land use/land cover patterns through excavation, subsidence, waste dumping, and infrastructure expansion, while simultaneously intensifying coupled stresses such as soil degradation, vegetation... More

Abstract: This work focuses on the sedimentological study of the Taossa deposit (Tim Mersoï Basin), one of the ore deposits belonging to the concession area of SOMAÏR (Société des Mines de l'Aïr). The Tarat Carboniferous formation hosts numerous uranium deposits, including the Taossa deposit. The study of this deposit led to the proposal of a new division... More

Abstract: Bioengineered materials are becoming more accepted as sustainable and efficient remedies towards the reduction of soil and water pollution caused by industrialization, agriculture, and urban development. This review is a synthesis of recent discoveries in bioengineered remediation materials, which range from microbial-based materials, biopolymer-derived sorbents, bio-inspired and biomimetic materials, and plant/biomass-derived hybrids. It focuses on... More

Abstract: Pitcher plant, Nepenthes khasiana Hook. f. (Nepenthaceae), is a carnivorous plant distributed in the hilly terrain in Meghalaya, India. Although scattered information is available on their distribution, none of the studies covered the role of slope orientation on the distribution of pitcher plants. Therefore, the trail survey method was employed during the survey between 2018... More

Abstract: Forest ecosystems within water protection zones need to be stable, resilient, and adaptable to provide optimal water protection functionality. The Forest Hydrotope Model stratifies water protection zones into silvicultural operational units to adapt forest management strategies to current forest site conditions. Silviculture facilitated by this model, therefore, can create forests with tree species diversity close to the... More

Abstract: Rural governance is an important condition of sustainable development, but the current literature usually considers institutional setups, power relations, participation, and sustainability results separately. The review summarizes the literature on the institutional ecology of rural settings, the interaction of formal and informal institutions with power structures and participatory processes to influence environmental, social, and economic... More

Abstract: Indoor spaces are where most human exposure occurs, shaping health, comfort, and performance. Rapid advances in indoor environmental engineering are changing how buildings deliver indoor environmental quality (IEQ), driven by better ventilation and air distribution, high-efficiency filtration and air cleaning, source control through low-emitting materials and reduced combustion, and sensor-based monitoring and controls. This review... More