The goal of this special issue is to highlight the latest and most significant outcomes in energy and carbon-neutral urban water management for net-zero emissions.
Celebrated annually on October 16, World Food Day is a key global event focused on raising awareness about food security and hunger.
Observed on Monday, October 6, 2026, World Habitat Day focuses global attention on the state of towns and cities and
Integrated Strategies for Developing Sustainable Energy Systems: From Carbon Capture to Energy System Optimization, 2026, Pages 1-12
This chapter supports UN SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by introducing a comprehensive approach that integrates sustainable energy systems, carbon capture, circular economy, and sustainable development.
This study develops a capacity expansion model with grid operational detail and high spatial resolution to examine decadal pathways to carbon neutrality by 2060 considering localized and temporal impacts.
Meeting SDGs in Smart City Infrastructures, Federation, Interoperability, and Discoverability, Smart Cities, 2026, Pages 151-189
This chapter supports UN SDGs 11, 7, and 3 by discussing how AI can improve various aspects of urban planning, transportation, public safety, and environmental management to create more livable and sustainable cities; highlighting AI as a key enabler for optimizing energy distribution, identifying areas for conservation, and integrating renewable energy sources to help cities achieve climate-neutrality goals; and explaining how AI can enhance healthcare services through personalized monitoring, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as improve access to basic healthcare for citizens.
