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Bacteria Detection for Corn Growth and Productivity in Chlorpyrifos Contaminated Land based Bioremediation
Authors: Eko H P , Nurjannah  , Nurul A 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Chlorpyrifos is one of the most active pesticides used to control pests in corn cultivation. Excessive and sustainable use of pesticides will cause the accumulation of active ingredients on agricultural land to further disrupt plant growth. This study aims to identify bacteria capable of increasing the growth and yield of maize on soil contaminated with Chlorpyrifos. The results showed the application of Pseudomonas sp. and Micrococcus sp gave better growth and production of maize than without bacterial application. Treatment P9 increased plant fresh weight and root volume by 70, 95 % and 16.6% compared to control. P8 is able to increase the weight of corn ear15, 96 %, by weight cob without husk 26.30%, 13.30% cob length and ear diameter, 15.27%. The effectiveness of the application of bacteria in a mixture is higher than the application alone.
The reuse of military campgrounds following the interventions of environmental design and the grant of their use to the contemporary city. The case study of “the Velissario military campground in Ioannina”
Authors: Brikou A , Zavraka D , Vitopoulou A 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
The current case study presents a proposal for the redevelopment and reuse of the Velissario military campground in Ioannina, in western Greece. The military base is considered a prohibited area and an urban void completely cut off from the city. Firstly, the concept of sustainable development, the legislative framework, the historical background of environmental protection and examples of the reuse of other military bases worldwide are mentioned. Secondly, the significant characteristics of the surrounding area and the interventions according to the environmental design for the sustainable development of the city are presented, such as the preservation of the existing greenery, the creation of new green areas and their connection with the adjacent Pyrsinella park, for the creation of a Metropolitan Park, as well as the construction of a lake. Furthermore, the creation of sports and cultural facilities, hiking and cycling trails, the preservation of the necessary existing military buildings and the construction of new buildings is suggested. Environmentally friendly structural materials and renewable energy resources will be utilized. Both water and litter created in the park will be recycled and reused so that they compose the Prototype Park of Sufficient Environmental Management that we aspire to create.
Quantitative methodology for the estimation of the environmental impact of wind farms – The case of Greece and application on the country’s operating units
Authors: Lazarou Giannis , Giannarou Sofia 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Following the EU guidelines towards a carbon free electricity sector by 2050, wind energy is expected to contribute a large part of the produced electricity, if not the largest. In this respect, wind installations are expected to multiply over the next years. There is significant development until today and wind is generally considered as a “clean” source of energy. However, although arguably less than other sources, the impacts concerning wind installations are certainly there amidst ever-growing local opposition and will certainly grow, especially in locations with high density. Attempting to quantify the total impacts per local regions in the case of Greece, a methodology is developed for those impact factors that are considered the most important. Certain focus areas are used for applying this methodology, based on installation density, location inside natural protected areas, as well as locations of touristic value. The results show that in general the total impacts might be considered on average mild to low. The tool developed is a first attempt to evaluate impact in a cumulative way and help investors, policy makers and local communities work together in achieving the best possible outcome. Further work is necessary to further develop this methodology, verify and detail the formulas used and establish a robust pattern that will be a useful tool for everyone to use.
Evaluation of decoupling of GDP and energy in Central Asia
Authors: Junissov A , Bekaliyev A , Adamov A , Poulopoulos S G 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Currently, economic growth remains the main criterion of development. However, it does come along with threats to the environment, due to its link to the increased energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. Decoupling can be used to break this link and stop jeopardizing the environment in the favor of economic progress. This paper focuses on the decoupling between economic growth and energy consumption in each of five Central Asian countries – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan – from 1990 to 2014. The Tapio decoupling model was implemented in order to determine the decoupling states for each country. Gross domestic product (GDP) was used to represent the economic growth, and the total primary energy supply (TPES) described the environmental pressure. These data were obtained from the IKE World Energy Balances. Both the GDP and the TPES of most of the Central Asian countries had a parabolic trend of initial drop and further increase during the timespan analyzed. This observation can be explained by the collapse of USSR and the transition to market economy. The results of the decoupling analysis can be divided into two stages for Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, and into three stages for Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, with several different decoupling states observed during each stage. According to the results, the main decoupling states in Central Asia were expansive negative decoupling, expansive coupling, weak decoupling, and strong decoupling. The analysis showed that there is a serious environmental pressure on the economic development in Central Asia.
Does the design according to the seismic zone affect the environment and the manufacturing cost of a 5-storey R/C building with a conventional plan?
Authors: Chrysanidis Theodoros , Gkigki Athina , Papageorgiou Grigorios , Alamanis Nikolaos 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
The main scope of the present research is the analysis, dimensioning and estimation of the cost of a five-storey reinforced concrete building, which is similarly constructed in three different seismic hazard zones (ZI, ZII, ZIII). The ground plan of the building is a conventional floor plan with solid reinforced concrete slabs. The cross-sections of the structural members remain stable, except for the columns whose cross-sections are reduced in height. The aim of the present study is to analyze how the cost of manufacturing the load-bearing structure of a reinforced concrete building is affected by the seismic risk of the area, if that influence is significant and in what extent. Moreover, along with the construction cost, the possible influence to the environment is studied, too.
A place based analysis of stakeholders’ advancing sustainability in remote and isolated communities: The case of North Aegean Islands
Authors: Trivellas P , Anastasopoulou A , Malindretos G , Reklitis P , Sakas D P 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
During the pandemic crisis, the study of sustainability in remote and isolated communities requires holistic approaches in a multi-dimensional context. To understand remote communities within their natural and constructed environments as dynamic ecosystems, we need to take into account different levels of research and analysis, types of structures, areas of human activity, and actors. It is of particular importance to identify and distinguish the different types of stakeholders who interact in these domains, as well as the dynamics among them, taking into consideration limitations and opportunities set by natural and constructed environments. We reconstruct traditional views and key pillars of sustainable development based on an extensive literature review of relative cases worldwide, to develop a conceptual framework, and to guide research on sustainability in remote and isolated island communities. Thus, this paper is focused on human activities and the wellbeing of remote communities, aiming to propose a “place-based” typology of stakeholders. Byinvestigating the cases of the Greek remote islands’ communities (North Aegean), we critically discuss this evolving conceptual framework, identifying a multi-layered approach in stakeholder analysis that pertains to the civil society that emerged as a key actor. Building on Giddings’ et al [1] anthropocentric view, we synthesize and enrich human activity and wellbeing with several factors, such as natural environment, critical infrastructure, regulatory frame, remoteness, connectivity, cohesiveness, equity, eco-efficiency as well as stakeholders’ multi-identity.
Application of the New Environmental Paradigm (NEP) scale in Greece
Authors: Gareiou Zoe , Zervas Efthimios 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Researchers from various fields have studied in recent years the environmental attitudes of people and how environmental attitudes affect their behavior. There are several well-established environmental behavior measures and, among them, the New Environmental Paradigm (NEP) Scale is one used to measure the environmental concern of citizens. This study investigates the application of the NEP scale in Greece. The survey was conducted in November 2020 in Greek cities. The data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Totally, 1,689 valid questionnaires were analysed, using simple descriptive statistics and chi-square test. The results show that the respondents believe that the limit of the number of people that the earth can support is approaching and that humans are severely abusing the environment. In addition, the respondents believe that humans are still subject to the laws of nature, and also that the fragility of nature’s balance is very delicate and easily upset. Also, the respondents declare that if things continue on their present course, a major ecological catastrophe will occur in the near future. Finally, Greek citizens show a high environmental concern, both for the current state of nature and for the future one, while those living outside Athens, the capital of Greece, are more environmentally sensitive.
Energy transition and willingness to pay for renewable energy: The case of environmental students
Authors: Karasmanaki Evangelia 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Examining willingness-to-pay (WTP) for renewable energy sources (RES) as well as views on energy topics can enable policymakers to design effective measures for facilitating the transition from fossil fuels to a renewable-based energy system. The aim of this study was to investigate environmental students’ willingness-to-pay for renewables and their views on various energy topics. Results showed that respondents preferred renewable-based electricity production to conventional energy production while solar energy emerged as the most preferred renewable type. In addition, most respondents were willing to pay for renewable energy but would pay relatively low sums of money per month. Moreover, respondents were divided over whether new lignite plants should be constructed in Greece. Finally, social media and special websites were the most favored media of daily information.
Climate change and green networks. Spatial planning provisions at the Greek metropolitan areas
Authors: Asprogerakas E , Tasopoulou A 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Climate change has recently emerged in the scientific dialogue as an important environmental issue. Several policies from the global to the local level have been formulated to frame the actions and measures that will enhance the resilience of societies and space. The focus is on outlining goals, objectives, and strategies both for mitigating climate change impacts and for adapting to reduce its effects and ameliorate vulnerability. The Greek National Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change (2016) includes certain adaptation measures that relate to the design, increase and integration of open / green spaces, and recognises spatial planning as a framework for the effective coordination of adaptation policies. This work focuses on the recording and evaluation of relevant policies that are formed at the metropolitan level in Greece, with emphasis on the organisation of green networks, as provided by strategic spatial planning. The study reveals that the effective contribution of spatial planning lies largely in the way it is utilised as a governance tool for policy coordination and management and the efficient integration of the planning system, from the national to the local level.
Hierarchizing the importance of the attributes of an online shared freight transportation service platform with the use of Multi-Actor Multi-Criteria Analysis (MAMCA)
Authors: Nalmpantis Dimitrios , Genitsaris Evangelos , Amprasi Vasiliki , Akac Attila , Anagnostopoulou Afroditi 
Published: November 2021

AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to hierarchize the importance of the attributes of an online shared freight transportation service platform with the use of Multi-Actor Multi-Criteria Analysis (MAMCA). A MAMCA was performed amongst the partners of the INTERREG Balkan-Med SCOPE project in order to hierarchize the attributes of such a platform which is under development in the frame of the project. The results show that all the actors agree that the most important criterion is the Service, i.e., the services that the platform will provide. The research institute and the chambers actors agree that the second most important criterion is Access, i.e., the interface of the platform, while the university actor thinks that Range is the second most important criterion, i.e., the service area of the platform. Probably, the actors who are closer to the market understand better the needs, requirements, and preferences of the users than academia, and that once you set up the platform for a specific Range, it can be easily expanded to cover more areas in the future. Nevertheless, it has to be underlined that these results have been derived by a very small sample, i.e., the partners of the SCOPE project and probably a broader MAMCA, including more stakeholders, should be performed in order to validate them.
Reforming the fleet of public authorities
Authors: Zindros Stylianos , Anagnostopoulou Afroditi 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
The negative environmental implications and the reduced ψlevel of social services in many urban areas have attracted significant attention over the last years. Sustainability and quality of life are evolving to demanding actions in urban areas and public authorities have started to buy cleaner, greener vehicles in order to reforming their fleets. This paper presents and analyses a case study of the Traffic Police Division of Attica transition to a new vehicle fleet. It aims to examine how they managed to decrease the inefficiencies of their transport services in terms of both operational and environmental costs by achieving reduced fuel consumption as well as Green House Gas (GHG) emissions. It focuses on the impact on the environment due to the fuel consumption of vehicle fleet by using proper performance indicators (such as l/100 km for fuel consumption, g/km for CO, g/km for CO2). Overall, the performance of reforming the fleet of the Traffic Police Division of Attica is evaluated in terms of fuel consumption and GHG reductions following a proposed approach for estimating emissions.
Oxygen requirements in relation to sludge age in wastewater treatment plants
Authors: Kemmou Liana , Samiotis Georgios , Amanatidou Elisavet 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Sustainability of activated sludge (AS) wastewater treatment processes is inexplicably linked to minimization of secondary wastes, such as waste sludge, as well as energy requirements for achieving effluent quality standards. Oxygen requirements and waste sludge management accounts for most of energy consumption in aerobic AS wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs). In this study, a novel, highly aerobic AS process, entitled complete solids retention AS process (CRAS), is being evaluated in terms of waste sludge production and biomass oxygen utilization rate. Aim of this work is to study the effect of solids retention time (SRT) on observed sludge yields and on oxygen requirements for respiration in order to evaluate CRAS process as a sustainable alternative to typical activated sludge processes.
On the contribution of risk management plans to municipal solid waste management: Evidence from a major Greek municipality
Authors: Georgousoglou K , Mouzakitis Y , Adamides E D 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) management is becoming a highly important issue of considerable complexity, considering the plethora of processes, technologies and strategies available, and taking into account the number and diversity of the stakeholders involved. As complexity increases in times of uncertainty, risks increase in the development and operation of waste management systems, requiring consistent management. The aim of this paper is to briefly demonstrate the application and importance of a risk management perspective in the design, implementation and further development of a robust and resilient municipal solid waste policy. We concentrate on a major Greek municipality (Patras) and outline the use of a risk management method, as well as discussing its benefits when applied in the framework of the existing solid waste management system.
Acid soil tolerance of 28 soybean varieties in hydroponics and soil-based evaluation
Authors: Puspitasari Winda , Bachtiar Taufiq , Robifahmi Nur , Anisiyah  , Iqbal Muhammad 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Utilization of marginal soil plays important role in improving soybean production in Indonesia. Soybean breeding program targeting high yielding varieties and tolerant to acid soils is estimated to be more cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach in improving plant productivity on acid soil. The aim of this research was to study plant response under acid soil stress and to identify tolerant and sensitive genotype which might be useful for further breeding program. The experiment was conducted using 28 soybean varieties as genetic material. The experiment was carried out in two parts, including seedling evaluation in hydroponics and plant growth evaluation in polybag using acid soil. The first experiment was arranged in factorial randomized block design, consisting of genotype, pH, and AlCl3 treatment as the factors with 5 replications. The second experiment was conducted using randomized complete block design with 5 replications to identify the plant growth in different genotype and acid soil conditions. The results showed that the low pH and high Al inhibits seedlings root growth of soybean genotypes. The estimation of STI from root and shoot dry weight suggests Detam 1 as the most tolerant genotype followed by other varieties with lower level of tolerance. Plant response was different each genotype to both seedling evaluation in hydroponics and plant growth evaluation using acid soil.
High phenolic and mineral compound of rice lines as an alternative healthy food to maintain human health under climate change
Authors: Rumanti I A , Nugraha Yudhistira , Sitaresmi Trias , Wening Rina Hapsari 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Climate change promotes variances diseases in rice plant and humans. Unpredicted weather due to climate change caused an optimal condition for vectors, pathogens and hosts to be survive and reproduced themselves. Phenolic compounds have the ability to act as antioxidants that can counteract free radicals and prevent various diseases in humans. The mineral content of Zn and Fe is also very useful to anticipate anaemia, stunting and immune boasting in humans being. The research was conducted by tested 14 promising lines and 2 check varieties in the farmer field. The research was followed randomized block design with 3 replications. The grains of each line and checks were analysis in the laboratory for mineral content and phenolic content. The results showed that there were several rice lines that had good yield potential with high antioxidant and mineral content, including IR83663-20-3-2-2, B5640H-MR-1-PN-1, and BH39D-MR-PN-1. IR83663-20-3-2-2 has a high Zn content in rice that is 23.76 ± 2.03 ppm, with grain yield of 5.39 t ha-1, and early maturity. While the B5640H-MR-1-PN-1 line is a black rice and has a phenolic compound of 4801.00 ± 0.00 mg AAE 100−g of brown rice. The BH39D-MR-PN-1 line is a red rice which has a higher total phenolic compound up to 5743.35 ± 9.74 mg AAE 100−g of brown rice and Zinc mineral content of 23.66 ± 0.25 mg kg−1. The availability of specialty rice varieties with high mineral content and phenolic compounds will provide an alternative for healthy food, especially during a pandemic virus recently. Besides this, the foodstuffs can be utilized to broad market opportunities and decrease a need of imports.
Evaluation candidate of test cross hybrid QPM under ecosystem of Polewali Mandar West Sulawesi
Authors: Karim Harli A , Hikmawati  , Rohim Muhammad , Yasin Hg M 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Abtract. Quality Protein Maize (QPM) was specialty maize which is high content of lysine and tryptophan. These are two essential amino acids better nutritional for human body to anticipated of disease (kwashiorkor) on severe among children, and could be corrective use in balancing diets. The experiment on 2018 has been conducted to evaluated of nine candidate test cross hybrid of QPM vs. check Bima 13Q with CRD three replications under lowland in distrit of Polman West Sulawesi. Genetic material were planted in four rows 5.0 m lenght, spacing 75x20 cm, and applied fertilizer Urea, Ponska (300-200) kg/ha. The result shown that two test cross F1 QPM were (MSQ(S1)C0-26-1-1 x MR14Q) and (MSQ(S1)C0-43-1-1-1 x MR13Q) which the best with potential yield 10.66-10.95 t/ha. The LSD shown that there are significant different with check Bima 13Q on yield (wc.15%) and highly 30.0% and 31.6%. The two candidates were founded shelling percentage 77.9% and 79.0%, asi less than five days and could be promising as new variety and continuing in evaluation variety trial (evt) in west Sulawesi.