During passive solar design of greenhouses, engineers usually encounter issues such as
building form parameter selection. Suitable parameters can help to reduce energy losses …

The “x-minute city” concept gained attention within the global urban discourse on post-
pandemic cities. Recently, numerous cities have shifted their attention from considering the x …

Purpose Sustainable development (SD) is vital in alleviating poverty, hunger and disease
(PHD). The purpose of this study is to present a guiding framework with pathways targeting …

Purpose Research on green certificate rankings in the MENA region primarily focuses on
building scale, relying on the certified project count. This assessment approach overlooks …

Social interaction is a crucial aspect of social sustainability, aiming to improve quality of life.
However, the emergence of gated communities in Egypt has shifted priorities, prioritizing …

Purpose Existing Neighborhood Sustainability Assessment (NSA) tools such as “Leadership
for Energy and Environmental Design-Neighborhood Development”(LEED-ND) and …

The aim of this documentary review was to determine the level of scientific production on
environmental analysis tools and certifications for sustainable cities and communities, or …

This study addresses the challenge of creating agile, adaptable urban environments in the
Global South, utilizing technology, innovation, and sustainability to respond to evolving …

Abstract Urbanisation in the Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA) region has led to
environmental challenges, particularly in urban form and its relationship with city structure …

Purpose The purpose of this article is to revisit the concepts of city singularity and identity, as
well as the concept's related topics (ie place identity, place attachment and place …