Dredging and coastal erosion are two critical environmental processes that significantly impact riverine communities around the world. While dredging is often conducted to improve navigation and support industrial activities, it can have unintended negative consequences on local ecosystems, economies, and the social fabric of communities living in riverine areas. Coastal erosion, on the other hand,…

Climate change poses one of the most significant threats to global food security in the 21st century. With rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and an increase in extreme events like droughts and floods, the agricultural systems that support billions of people are under immense pressure. These changes not only threaten food production but also impact…

The world is gradually moving away from the traditional "take, make, dispose" model of consumption and production, which has significantly contributed to environmental degradation. In its place, the concept of a circular economy is gaining momentum. The circular economy promotes sustainability by minimizing waste, reusing, and recycling resources, offering a promising alternative to the linear…