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An In-Depth Assessment of Flood Susceptibility using Geo-informatics – A Detailed Review
Abstract: In recent years, the world has faced many disasters, but the effects of floods have received considerable focus due to their harmful consequences. More than half of the global destruction and damage from floods takes place in Asia, leading to loss of life, infrastructure damage, and community panic. The main goal is to improve the understanding of flood hazard management by conducting flood vulnerability assessments. Vulnerability is central to analyzing …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 17, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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SDG 15: Life on Land-Challenges in Sustainable Utilization and Conservation of Water Resources
Abstract: Water is one of the most essential natural resources for sustaining life, ensuring agricultural productivity, and fostering socio-economic development. Its effective management and utilization are critical to reducing poverty, maintaining a stable climate, and promoting sustainable economic growth. However, increasing pressures from population growth, urbanization, and industrialization have significantly intensified the demand for water, creating numerous challenges. These include a decline in per capita water availability, falling groundwater levels in …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Innovative Approaches in Design and Materials for Climate-adaptive Transport Infrastructure
Abstract: This comprehensive research delves into pioneering approaches in design methodologies and the utilization of advanced materials aimed at significantly enhancing the resilience of transportation infrastructure against the multifaceted and escalating impacts of climate change. As critical challenges such as sea-level rise, increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, and changing precipitation patterns become more prevalent, there is an urgent need for innovative materials and integrated design strategies that can …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article