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Transport represents one of the key sectors in terms of greenhouse gas emissions within the European Union and, at the same time, an area with a growing demand for both passenger and freight transport. Despite increasing energy efficiency, the European transport system remains largely dependent on fossil fuels and significantly contributes to CO2 emissions as well as to economic losses caused by traffic congestion. Strategic documents of the European Union, particularly the White Paper, envisage a substantial redu...

Rare metals such as Sn, W, Ta, Nb, Li and rare earth elements are essential for modern technologies, renewable energy systems and advanced materials. Their growing demand increases the importance of studying rare-metal provinces and identifying new perspective areas. The Kalba–Narym belt in Eastern Kazakhstan is one of the main rare-metal regions of Central Asia. However, the potential of its south-eastern part remains insufficiently evaluated. This paper considers the Cherdoyak deposit as an example of greisenâ...

This study examines how organizational structure and workflow/process design can be aligned in information-intensive organizations through Business Process Management, workflow standardization, digital automation, and adaptive governance. The study develops and evaluates the Adaptive Workflow–Structure Integration Model, which integrates structural standardization, digitally orchestrated workflows, and governance mechanisms into a unified socio-technical framework. The model is applied in a document-intensive or...

Human hair constantly grows and it needs to be cut. Moreover, it degrades slowly, which causes it to be long-lasting. Therefore, society generates waste that needs to be stored for a long time. Furthermore, it is an inevitable type of waste regarding the perpetual nature of the growing hair process. The management of the human hair waste is necessary and if done responsibly, it can be a chance for manufacturing sustainable devices and products by making a second use of this raw material. Recycling of the human hai...

The article examines the main challenges and current status of ESG reporting implementation in the banking sector, as well as the impact of banks on sustainable finance and sustainable development. It is proven that the development of ESG reporting contributes to ensuring transparency, accountability, and the integration of social, governance, and environmental aspects of banking institutions. The interaction between regulatory and normative acts in the field of ESG reporting is studied. The main international sta...

Climate change and the increasing frequency of extreme rainfall events impose additional stress on urban drainage infrastructure and particularly on wastewater pumping stations operating within combined sewer systems. This study investigates the operational performance of an existing wastewater pumping station located in northeastern Bulgaria and subjected to significant hydraulic loading caused by permanent external inflows and stormwater runoff. The assessment combines field observations, SCADA-derived operation...

Taking Yuqiao Reservoir, a key drinking water source for Tianjin, as the research object, this study utilized Sentinel-2 MSI satellite data and synchronous in-situ measurements to investigate its eutrophication spatiotemporal changes from 2016 to 2023. Semi-empirical models based on the NDCI index were constructed for chlorophyll-a concentration inversion, while the QAA_RGB quasi-analytical algorithm was adopted for water transparency retrieval. The Comprehensive Trophic Level Index (TLI) was further calculated to...

Production of biomass-plastic composites is one of the interesting recovery possibilities for waste biomass and HDPE material. The big issue in this research area is to produce the composites with acceptable and competitive level of quality which is determined through the final mechanical properties of composites. Meaning of this paper is to present the research finding for determination of the mechanical properties of waste raw materials based biomass-plastic composites. Raw material variables influence, especial...

The transition toward a circular economy (CE) requires collaborative governance arrangements that mobilize public authority, private capital, and technological capacity beyond the reach of any single actor. Public-private partnerships (PPPs) have long been used to finance and operate infrastructure, waste, and energy assets central to circular transitions, yet the intersection of CE and PPPs – Circular PPPs – remains conceptually dispersed and empirically thin. This study maps the emerging field of Circular PP...

The “Vacha” Regional Water Supply System represents a large-scale hydraulic infrastructure project designed to ensure long-term, climate-resilient drinking water supply for the city of Plovdiv and 28 surrounding settlements, with a planning horizon to 2070. The system is based on regulated surface water abstraction from the Dospat–Vacha cascade and integrates hydrological, hydraulic, and energy analyses to optimize resource utilization under changing climatic conditions. The study draws upon primary technica...

The research analyses agricultural unused land (AUL) identified within the cadastral territory of Velke Trencianske Stankovce (western Slovakia) with the objective of evaluating restoration potential and determining suitable management pathways for reintroduction into agricultural use. The methodological framework combines Sentinel-2 vegetation indices, LPIS data, soil characteristics, and site-specific attributes including terrain configuration, parcel accessibility, and environmental constraints. Restoration pot...

Risk management in the transport of dangerous goods is essential for protecting human health, the environment, and infrastructure. This chapter section explores systematic risk assessment methodologies in the context of hazardous materials transport. Key techniques such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Hazard and Operability Analysis, and Bow-Tie analysis are used to identify, assess, and prioritize risks associated with the transport process. These approaches enable the systematic breakdown of potential fai...

Rock glacier hydrology remains poorly constrained in marginal permafrost environments such as the Southern Carpathians. This study quantifies spatial variability by relating spring temperatures to elevation, aspect, lithology, and spring type, and temporal variability through diurnal and seasonal thermal amplitudes, to detect permafrost occurrence and assess its influence on alpine groundwater systems. Between 2020 and 2025, 62 alpine springs were systematically monitored in the highest sector of the Retezat Mount...

Rural tourism represents an important instrument for the sustainable development of local communities, contributing to economic diversification, job creation, and the valorization of natural and cultural resources. Caras-Severin County benefits from significant tourism potential. This study aims to analyze the role of rural tourism as a driver of sustainable development, with a focus on its economic, social, and environmental impact. Data collection was carried out through a questionnaire administered to the local...

The present study aims to track the seasonal dynamics of airborne microorganisms on the territory of Sofia, Bulgaria in relation to the dynamics of fine particulate matter (FPM). Seven sampling points were selected from which sampling was carried out in seasonal dynamics. A laboratory Spin Air sampler was used as 1 m3 of air was passed through the apparatus. For the purpose of the study, the total number of microorganisms was established, as well as the quantity of the main microbiological groups. Isolation of pur...

The 26 November 2019 Mw 6.4 Durres earthquake highlighted the importance of local site effects and liquefaction susceptibility within the Durres coastal plain, western Albania. In response, the InfraSoilArray project was initiated to improve the seismic characterization of the Durres basin using passive and active geophysical methods. This study presents preliminary seismic microzonation results obtained from the combined application of the Horizontal-to-Vertical Spectral Ratio (HVSR) and Multichannel Analysis of ...

Clamping and fixture operations are frequent sources of injuries and productivity losses in small and medium industrial workshops. Traditional manual vise tightening can create pinch points, repetitive strain, inconsistent clamping force, and longer cycle times, especially when parts are handled in batches. This paper presents a simple, invention-driven concept: an automated pneumatic clamping system that retrofits to a standard industrial vise and uses sensors and safety logic to improve occupational safety (SSM)...

The aim of the work was to assess relation between the chemical composition of the biomass of cover crops and the intensity of its decomposition during the winter period. Parameters for 13 cover crop species included contents of soluble sugars, cellulose and lignin (ADL), on the basis of which derived indicators were calculated – Sugars/ADL ratio and lignocellulosic index (LCI). Biomass decomposition was assessed according to weight loss after winter exposure. Results showed a significant variability in the chem...

Based on the Entity – Relationship model (ER model) of Agricultural activities, a simulation model of the vegetative development of plants has been developed, taking into account the agricultural activities necessary for their cultivation. The agricultural crops grapes and pepper have been selected because they present different specificities such as annuals – perennials, vines (bushes) – low-stemmed and other fundamental differences. The model recreates the vegetative processes arising from the botany of pl...

According to the European Environment Agency, soil is involved in providing more than 90% of the total production related to human nutrition, animal feed, textile fibers and fuels, while also providing the raw material for all kinds of other related activities, such as horticulture and construction. In order to monitor soil quality, it is necessary: common analyzes for all types of soils (with soil samples in disturbed and undisturbed structure) and typical soil analyzes (for soils: unsaturated with basic cations,...

Lake water quality is an important sign of ecosystem health, biodiversity, and sustainable management of freshwater resources. As human activities, climate change, and eutrophication increase, the need for efficient and consistent monitoring methods grows. Traditional field sampling provides accurate local data but is limited by how often and where samples are collected, as well as by high costs. Satellite remote sensing is a practical way to monitor inland water bodies, enabling repeated, large-scale assessments ...

This study presents a comparative retrospective analysis of the spatio-temporal dynamics of climatic parameters within the territory of Aktobe Region for two periods: 1970–2000 and 2000–2025. The methodological framework of the study is based on geographic information system (GIS) technologies, the WorldClim global raster climate database, and verified observational data from the stationary meteorological network of RSE “Kazhydromet.” The aim of the research is to identify trends in mean annual, maximum, a...

In this study, using ASTER surface reflectance and emissivity data to map four main lithological units (volcanic, magmatic, clastic, metamorphic) in southern Tunceli (Ayazpinari-Cukurca) using PCA and ICA transformations, and the results were validated against a reference map. The highest success among different band combinations was achieved in the SWIR region alone for the PCA transformation, and across the entire range (VNIR-SWIR-TIR, 0.52–11.65 µm) for the ICA transformation. Although SWIR-based PCA success...

Phytopathogens cause severe plant diseases that pose major challenges to food production. Early detection of these bacterial pathogens is therefore essential for developing effective control strategies. However, existing bacterial identification methods are often slow and insufficiently specific. Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) microscopy, known for its high sensitivity to molecular changes in cells, offers a promising alternative. Spectroscopic techniques in general provide rapid, cost-effective, and simple app...

The coal mining waste dump of Petrila in the Jiu Valley, Romania, represents a significant source of environmental hazards due to spontaneous combustion of coal residues. This study investigates the generation of nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2, and NOX), carbon dioxide (CO2), and methane (CH4) from the Petrila dump, focusing on their correlation with self-heating phenomena and internal temperature variations. Field observations were conducted on the dump, recording signs of surface smoke, elevated temperatures, and othe...

This paper presents a theoretical analysis of the application of artificial neural networks for modeling the run-up time of combustion engines. Engine run-up time is defined as the period required for the crankshaft rotational speed to increase from an initial state to a specified operating level. The process is influenced by numerous nonlinear physical and chemical phenomena, including fuel properties, combustion dynamics, mechanical inertia, and operating conditions. Due to the complexity of these interactions, ...

The prioritised tasks of the Common Agricultural Policy include sustainable agricultural production and improving food chain safety. Achieving this requires knowledge transfer, innovation and financing. The production and processing of agricultural products today take place in line with the objectives set by the Common Agricultural Policy for the post-2020 period. Among these, the horizontal objective often referred to as the tenth objective permeating all other areas is “Knowledge management and innovation,” ...

This case study addresses the increasing vulnerability of critical energy infrastructure in the Czech Republic to hybrid and physical attacks within the context of current escalating geopolitical tensions in Europe. The objective of the paper is to analyze the long-term trends of these threats and to answer the main research question: What political, organizational, and technological instruments can optimally protect Czech critical energy infrastructure from evolving hybrid and physical threats? The research utili...

Repairs of cement concrete pavements are among the most demanding technological operations in road construction and therefore require increased attention. Repairs of less damaged cement concrete pavements are usually made using plastic mortars, epoxy and polyester resins or special materials. The economics of the repair, or the strengthening of damaged cement concrete pavements, is tied to the technical and technological problems of interaction with asphalt layers. Thin reinforced cement concrete slab is a method ...

The complex processes of forest regeneration are important within the overall framework of forest measures aimed at establishing and maintaining forest vegetation, ensuring the continuity of timber production, and, not least, strengthening the ecological stability of forests. The importance of this paper lies in monitoring the artificial regeneration of species in lowland areas. The aim of this study is to analyze the evolution of species in the plantations established in 2014 within U.P. IV Cheveres, Lunca Timisu...

We studied polyimide and lavsan films after exposure to varying doses of electron irradiation, mechanical loading, and temperature. It was found that at the first stage of mechanical loading, up to 1 MPa. A similar sharp increase in the relative elongation of the films by 3% was observed. This is due to the rotation of globules and the straightening of macromolecular chains in the material along the direction of the applied load. The dependence of the absorption coefficient on the wavelength per unit path length i...

Sewerage, as a system designed to collect and discharge wastewater, also receives many other incidental objects, defined as sludge. Their removal from the network is usually carried out in the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), where they are removed by known methods. However, this does not offer a solution for solid sludge, as it causes blockage in the network. Such a solution could be the modification of a well-known wastewater overflow into a new type of structure, known as a self-cleaning overflow. For this pu...

Oxidoreductase enzymes play a key role in modern biotechnology due to their high specificity and ability to catalyze redox processes under mild conditions. They are used in environmental monitoring, biosensor development, and fine organic synthesis. However, their practical use in their native form is limited by their low stability, sensitivity to environmental changes, and the inability to re-extract from the reaction mixture. Immobilizing enzymes on various carriers can solve these problems. Magnetic nanoparticl...

With the rapid growth of polymer consumption, the issue of efficient recycling and disposal of plastic waste is becoming increasingly pressing. One promising approach is thermal degradation (pyrolysis), which yields valuable hydrocarbon products [1]. Of particular interest is the recycling of polyethylene with increased thermal stability (PE-RT) with the addition of octylene-1. This material combines thermal stability, mechanical strength, flexibility, chemical resistance, and processability, making it a highly ef...

Amorphous aromatic polymers synthesized by the knitting method are promising supports in catalysis, since they have high porosity (up to about 1000 m2/g) and can be synthesized by the simple one-step procedure using a variety of available aromatic monomers [1-4]. In catalysis, the stability of active phase is typically discussed, while the stability of polymeric support remains outside the scope. At the same time, many reactions require high temperature or application of strong acids or bases. In this work, a seri...

The aim of the article is to present modern geodetic methods used for surveying sacral buildings. These are terrestrial surveying, photogrammetry and drone images. When surveying the building, the digital sketch method was used, which, in addition to the geometry, also captures the topology of the resulting drawing of the surveyed object. The benefit of this method is the automated drawing of a wireframe model of the building in a CAD application. The platform used is QGIS with Python language support. The advanta...

We are currently witnessing a period in which the issues of crime and safety in rural areas are gaining increasing relevance in the context of socio-economic transformations and pressures on agricultural systems and rural communities. Accordingly, the dynamics of this phenomenon are closely linked to factors such as the structure of the labour market, social capital, public policies, the level of economic development, and access to resources and infrastructure. At the same time, the interaction between agriculture...

Underground coal mining (UCM) is a key component of Bangladesh’s energy sector, particularly for electricity generation, with major reserves in Barapukuria, Phulbari, and Khalashpir. However, its sustainability is constrained by land subsidence, groundwater degradation, soil deterioration, and biodiversity loss, especially habitat fragmentation. These impacts are intensified by longwall mining practices with inadequate ground control and insufficient post-mining land rehabilitation. As a result, aligning coal mi...

In this study, we examine the sustainable production and consumption of wine products. We aim to determine whether respondents consume non-alcoholic or other value-added products and, in the case of value-added products, which characteristics are important to them. When identifying directions for product development, it is also essential to assess whether consumers are willing to pay more for such products and, if so, what price they consider realistic for products with their preferred characteristics. Our researc...

Sustainable public space design has become a central concern in contemporary urban planning as cities face increasing pressures from rapid urbanization, social fragmentation, climate change, and demographic transformation. Public spaces, including parks, squares, streets, pedestrian zones, waterfronts, and community gathering areas play a critical role in fostering social interaction, civic engagement, environmental quality, and urban resilience. Their design directly influences the inclusiveness, accessibility, a...

In recent years, growing consumer interest in traditional and minimally processed foods has encouraged the development of artisanal meat products with improved nutritional characteristics. Among these, pork pate remains a widely consumed product whose quality is strongly influenced by formulation and raw material selection. The sustainable use of animal-derived resources, including nutrient-rich organs, has gained increasing relevance in food production, as these materials are still insufficiently valorized, their...

Soil liming is an essential component of sustainable soil management, affecting both crop yields, nutrient uptake efficiency, and environmental quality. Therefore, the research aims to assess the economic and environmental efficiency of soil liming in Latvia. This research compared the economic and environmental efficiency of crushed lime and limestone flour in Latvia, analysing the costs, benefits, and impacts of a six-year liming cycle on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and phosphorus leaching. The research resul...

The development of sustainable and energy-efficient transportation systems has become an important aspect of modern urban planning and future smart mobility concepts. This project presents the initial structural design work carried out for a Hyperloop pod intended to operate in a low-pressure transportation environment as part of an innovative high-speed transport system. The research focused on the development of two alternative load-bearing frame concepts: a welded steel structure and a modular aluminum structur...

The increasing amounts of agro-food waste generated globally represent a major challenge for environmental protection and sustainable development. Among these, onion peels resulting from processing, storage, and commercialization constitute an important source of bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, polyphenols, quercetin, and sulfur-containing compounds, with high potential for valorization in the field of green nanotechnologies. The study aims to valorize the extract obtained from onion peels in the green syn...

Two variants of roof construction were compared. It is a non-green roof and the extensive green roof. The analysis of surface temperature of flat roof was provided by the simulation in DesignBUILDER v7. The surface temperature of extensive green roof was lower up to 28 K in comparison with the non-green roof. The results from DesignBUILDER were used as data input for the CFD model in ANSYS CFX. The results from CFD model showed that the outside air temperature close to the surface of non-green roof can rise to 3.7...

In spite that the Hylocomiosa is the second most widespread forest site type in Latvia, the correlations between soil properties, stand structure and ground cover vegetation remain insufficiently studied. The hypothesis of soil heterogeneity within a single forest site type was in ground to research the connection between the woody and ground cover vegetation and the soil parameters within the area of single forest sub quarter. The research was conducted in a young growth of Scots pine, which was characterized usi...

Wind damage causes tree uprooting and breakage, so significantly altering the forest stand structure and stability. The Tervete Nature Park is one of the most important recreational forests in Latvia. However, storms over the last three years have changed the structure of the forest stands in park. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze the amount of wind damage and the factors influencing it in forest stands. Fieldwork included the inventory of uprooted and broken trees along a transect line, recording dendrometri...

Sustainability in the energy sector depends not only on technological change and renewable energy development, but also on the capacity to ensure an adaptable and future-oriented workforce. Although forecasting methods are widely used in operational workforce planning, their role in supporting sustainable human capital development remains insufficiently explored. The aim of this study is to assess how forecasting-based approaches can support sustainable human capital development in the energy sector by identifying...

Historical and old buildings with their distinctively decorated facades constitute an integral part of city centers or villages and create unique architecture. Most of these important buildings are attacked by refurbishment interventions with the use of incompatible modern rendering materials affecting appear of facades and causing their different service life-related problems. To ensure material compatibility between historical rendering materials and newly prepared alternatives requires special attention. Techni...

One of the most complex structural transformation processes currently unfolding in Europe is the phase-out of coal mining and coal-fired power generation. This transition is embedded within the broader framework of international and European climate commitments and the ongoing energy transition, particularly under the environmental policies promoted by the European Union and the European Green Deal. The process entails profound economic, social, technical, and geopolitical implications, especially for single-indus...