International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture
Volume 4, Issue 1 (2026)
Table of contents
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Climate-Induced Drought, Food Insecurity, and Adaptation Governance: A Multiscale Review of Risks and Policy Responses in Africa and South Asia
Abstract: Drought is one of the most critical climate-induced hazards, severely affecting agricultural systems, water resources, and human well-being, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the multidimensional impacts of drought by examining its effects on food security, population displacement, and institutional adaptation across selected case studies from West Africa, South Africa, and coastal Bangladesh. The findings reveal that increasing climate variability and prolonged …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Challenges and Opportunities in Urban Waste and Water Management in Assam: A Guwahati Perspective
Abstract: Water and waste management problems are becoming more urgent in rapidly urbanizing areas like Guwahati, Assam. Current household practices, public awareness, and infrastructure support that either facilitate or impede waste and water management were evaluated in this case study. A structured online survey was used to gather data from fifty-five respondents in Guwahati, primarily urban youth, using a mixed-methods technique. Although low levels of waste generation were reported, the results …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 16–36 Read article
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Assessing Urban Surface Runoff Management Using the SWAT Model, GIS, and the Rational Method: A Case Study of Karapakkam
Abstract: Urban surface runoff management encompasses strategies aimed at regulating rainwater flow, reducing urban flooding, enhancing groundwater recharge, and contributing to disaster risk mitigation for sustainable urban development. This study seeks to optimize surface runoff management in urban settings by using the soil and water assessment tool (SWAT) model integrated with geographic information systems (GIS) to minimize flood risks. The research focuses on the peak runoff in Karapakkam, a locality within …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 37–48 Read article
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Integrating Social Perception and Economic Valuation for Riparian Zone Preservation: Evidence from Kiliti Watershed, Ethiopia
Abstract: Riparian zones play a crucial role in maintaining watershed health by providing ecosystem services such as water filtration, erosion control, biodiversity conservation, and aesthetic and cultural benefits to surrounding communities. Despite their importance, riparian areas in many developing countries are increasingly degraded due to agricultural expansion, grazing pressure, and settlement encroachment. This study integrates social perception analysis with economic valuation to assess riparian zone preservation in the Kiliti Watershed, Northwestern …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Swachhata Hi Seva: Transforming Public Health, Environmental Sustainability, and Water Stewardship Through Community Engagement
Abstract: Swachhata (cleanliness) is not merely a hygiene practice but a foundational driver of public health, environmental resilience, and sustainable development. Recognizing its multidimensional importance, this research critically examines the “Swachhata Hi Seva” campaign as a transformative, community-led movement that elevates cleanliness from an individual responsibility to a collective civic duty and social commitment. The study highlights how the campaign mobilizes diverse community groups, institutions, and local governance structures to actively …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–15 Read article