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Sponge cities technology: Guidelines for Applying in Egypt
Authors: Ayad Eman H , Rasheed Sarah E. Abdel 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Cities are currently facing major and severe threat of environmental stability that many researches focus on finding ways to help save, protect cities, and bring back local biodiversity and human breathtaking places. Also achieving resilient cities as one of the SDGs has been a main concern for recent development strategies and researches. Furthermore, multiple planning solutions have appeared to guarantee sustainability and prosperity. This paper introduces Sponge cities as an urgent effective technology for sustainable green cities and one of the recent terms and inquiring strategies for overcoming devastating outcomes of climate change. China, being the first leading country in applying the sponge city technology, has considered it as a necessary design concept and basic measuring criteria for ecological urban development. This technology aims to make maximum use of natural water resources providing an integrated system of environmental performance at the same time, it seeks to protect cities from the dangers of floods resulting from severe climatic changes. This study proposes how can sponge city technology be applied within Egyptian cities; it aims to set a group of guidelines for urban development of local environments in order to prosper and overcome environmental disturbance of climate change. A fast review on definitions and objectives is presented. Then the study determines briefly the main design features and techniques for such technology. Moreover, the paper focuses on specific global experiences for Sponge cities with various objectives and different conditions. These experiences are presented through an analytical study to explore their objectives, construction techniques, impact, future vision and performance. Further on it deals with the Egyptian status to apply the proposed technology on local areas acquiring a pathway to resilient ecosystems.
The Effect of Using Green Walls in Enhancing the Imageability of Urban Spaces
Authors: Hefnawy Noha H. 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Recently, the usage of green walls has expanded from providing aesthetic benefits to concentrating on addressing urban environmental concerns including wastewater treatment, in this way enhancing the effectiveness of green buildings. The paper explores the green walls systems and their different types and identify the various benefits of their utilization as an enhancement of the not only on the buildings scale but on the urban scale as well. In addition, the study target to demonstrate the fundamental aspects that affect the urban spaces imageability. From this viewpoint the main objective of this paper is to conduct a guideline showing how green walls system can fulfill the different aspect of imageability resulting in enhancing the imageability of urban spaces.
Knowledge, Perception, and Intention of Professionals Related to The Transformation from Gray to Green Infrastructure in Egyptian Cities.
Authors: Haron Ahmed , Omayer Hayam M 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Green infrastructure (GI) has become one of the most important urban trends that helps to preserve and develop the city’s ecosystem. With global climate change and increased carbon emissions, the need to transition from gray infrastructure to green infrastructure has increased. Or the integration of green infrastructure and existing gray infrastructure in existing cities. In Egypt, which faces significant environmental and urban challenges from an increasing population, rising temperatures, decreasing water levels, and high pollution in cities, the value of green transformation could minimize these impacts and increase the quality of life. This research aims to study the knowledge of Egyptian researchers and specialists in the fields of architecture and engineering about GI techniques. Understand their perception and ability to deal with GI. In addition to studying the challenges and opportunities facing Egypt’s green transformation from a specialized perspective. The results confirmed the lack of awareness of green infrastructure among the selected sample. The research confirmed the existence of social and economic obstacles facing the green transition. The research sets recommendations for increasing knowledge and expertise in the Egyptian market’s green transformation field.
Comparative Analysis of River Waterfront Urban Spaces to enhance social interaction: Case Study of Mamsha Ahl Masr in Cairo
Authors: Elsaman S M , Ehab H , Bahgat F A 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
River waterfront is one of nature’s elements which used as an additional buffer separate between the river and area around to create public space to let the society enjoy the riverfront, in general, it’s included parks, walkways, Services, and other enjoyable recreational areas.
The paper indicates the principles and the aspects of the riverfront development that play an important role in the improvement of the quality of life for the human who interact with these types of development projects as representing them in the matrix especially in Egypt.
The research aims are to measure the scale of development of river waterfront in Cairo by analyzing the aspects and principles of riverfront development and how they are applicable along the riverfront by comparing the development of the riverfront globally and locally.
Finally, the paper expressed in the literature review the terminologies of the river waterfront and the principles and aspects of the river waterfront development to extract from them a matrix discusses the relation between them with the SDG’S. then, the subsequent analysis of the international case studies of the riverfront development around the world to use it to modify the matrix conducted from the literature review and to establish a comparative analysis to measure how much the principles and aspects of the riverfront development applicable especially in the selected case study area (Mamsha Ahl Masr).
“ Approaching a low carbon metropolis ” A study of urban transformations based on rapid transit projects in Greater Cairo
Authors: Al-Ashwal Bakr Hashem Paumey 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Metropolis Cities play an essential role in climate crises: they are the main sources of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide emissions. They differ from rural communities in that they are communities in which different aspects of the global climate crisis overlap. And since there is an urgent and urgent need for strong interventions by city planners in order to confront these climate changes. These cities need innovative ways and systems for their planning and management in effort to reduce its carbon footprint and adjust to climate change.
A number of measures and approaches have been taken to confront the climate change crisis, but are these approaches and measures sufficient to achieve the radical transformation that our cities need.
This research paper discusses an overview of the efforts of some major cities to confront climate change in order to bring about a sustainable transformation. Is the shift towards sustainable smart transport with its various systems sufficient to confront climate changes in Greater Cairo, or do we need plans that are all integrated together to achieve indicators of city sustainability?
Lean and green approach as a tool for the Environmental Performance assessment of Industrial Area: A Case Study: Shaq Al-Thoaban area
Authors: yehia Mostafa , mostafa Seham , elsoud Tarek abou , Saleh Nada 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
the research aims to evaluate the environmental performance of industrial areas using the Lean and Green portal By reducing waste generated by industries and striking a good balance between operation and environmental performance,. Indicators including labour force (MP), raw materials (Mt), economic cost (Mo), machinery (mc), and the environment have all been researched as ways to accomplish this (mv). The study’s findings revealed that the value of the environment index is just 22%, a very low percentage that denotes neglecting the environmental component in favour of striking a balance among the other factors. The Lean & Green index has a value of 32%. It shows the bad performance compared to the global scale. A number of decisions have been taken in an attempt to improve the performance of industrial regions and achieve balance between different dimensions.
Nanomaterials in facades A Tool Towards Environmental Sustainability in Egypt
Authors: Hussain Manar , Sabour Enas Abdel , Mansour Sayed Marei 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
The world is witnessing a comprehensive change for all lifestyles as a result of nanotechnology, which caused revolution in the field of finishing materials it has become one of the important tools for the architect in his buildings to achieve his ideas and strive to improve the efficiency of the energy system. To reach an integrated system for a sustainable Nano-building, Nanotechnology has provided many applications that helped the development of architecture by providing solutions for many materials, Non-structural (insulation materials - coatings - glass…) and others. The quest to improve the efficiency of the energy system in terms of rationalizing the energy consumed to cool interior spaces, in addition to improving and removing environmental pollution.
Nano-thermal insulation is helping to improve the lives of millions of people in developing countries by providing them with materials with distinctive properties that help in thermal insulation of the building.
Nano materials can be used in the cladding of buildings to contribute to achieve thermal comfort for users as one of the principles for sustainability “achieving economic specially in countries suffering from.
The research paper sheds light on the applications of nanotechnology in the field of energy efficiency of through an analytical study for different projects cases.
Comparative Analysis between different types of Responsive Design Approach: (Applicability to Use in Different Climatic Regions in Egypt)
Authors: Eltanboly Manar Fouad , Ibrahim Vitta Abdel Rehim 
Published: December 2022

AbstractBuilding and environment integration are necessary to be enabled, and advanced systems must work together to deliver optimal performance in terms of energy comfort and health. Above all, the area where building technology and services overlap, i.e. responsive building components, has great potential to realize the next step in energy efficiency by realizing comfortable indoor and outdoor environments in unprecedented ways. Recent studies have shown that an important reason for introducing new methods as population density increases is to reduce environmental damage. Energy consumption in the built environment accounts for approximately 40% of final energy consumption. In addition, external factors that affect building performance are analyzed, such s Overall building impact, energy consumption, pollution, and climate change. To achieve sustainability, it is proposed to use and implement the latest in smart materials and responsive system technology. The results of the dynamic thermal behavior analyze performed in the Building Concepts building simulation tool are then translated into energy, sustainability, and cost performance indicators, allowing the user to generate information based on the most relevant factors. This paper, therefore sheds light on new design and construction methods that enable buildings to interact with their external environment and achieve architectural responses to surrounding variables. This study aims to clarify the importance of responsive architecture to improve the built environment and the appropriate type of envelope based on climate data, applicable to different climatic regions of Egypt. The results confirm that implementing responsive envelopes has a positive impact on improving performance.
Digital Transformation: towards Sustainable and Smart New Cities in Upper Egypt (New Qena Case study).
Authors: Omayer Hayam M , Mobarak Mohamed A , Selim Omar 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Despite the ongoing development of IT and innovative technologies in all aspects of life, the transformation of cities into smart, sustainable cities is still at a starting level in developing countries. Decision-makers and planners still face numerous challenges in achieving smart, sustainable cities in Egypt. Such as rapid urbanization, increased emission rate, waste of resources, population growth, weak infrastructure, etc. This has led many countries to accelerate the harnessing of technology’s potential for transformation into smart, sustainable cities. Therefore, the research aims to investigate and highlight the significance of innovative technologies in driving and achieving digital transformation in new cities in Upper Egypt to become smart, sustainable cities. That could lead the cities to invest and build the qualifications to be autonomous cities in the future. The research studied three cases in the Arab world in order to apply the lessons acquired from their digital transformation experiences and sustainable plans. Consequently, the paper presents proposed guidelines to achieve a sustainable smart city in New Qena. These guidelines assist planners, authorities, and decision-makers in improving the quality of life, and city services, enhancing economic and social sustainability, promoting climate-friendly environments, and developing a vision for the future transformation of the city.
Exploring the different technological qualities of dynamic configurations in smart sustainable urban spaces
Authors: Shedid Mona Y. 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Urban spaces are mainly designed for people to improve their quality of life by encouraging physical activity and social interaction. However, digital and smart technologies are now regarded as the primary supporter of any development, particularly in urban spaces, because it drives development in three areas: the development of materials, systems, and tools, which comprise the smart urban space.

Purpose: The paper explore the different technological qualities forming smart sustainable urban spaces through identifying the different dimensions which must be followed to achieve a proposed framework for creating and developing smart sustainable urban spaces.

Argument: The paper focuses on the technological qualities forming smart sustainable urban spaces and their different dimensions, through literature review. In addition to studying and identifying the different technologies configuring smart sustainable urban spaces to reach the relation between the main qualities which form smart sustainable urban spaces, their different dimensions, the digital tools and smart technologies.

Findings: A proposed framework will be conducted to explore the relation between the main qualities which form smart sustainable urban spaces, their different dimensions, the digital tools and smart technologies to create smart sustainable urban spaces.
Mechanical properties of dredged soil reinforced with natural pozzolan and shredded tires
Authors: Utama K A , Harianto T , Muhiddin A B , Arsyad A 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
The utilization of waste materials is still an interesting subject to investigate. The dredged soil (DS) was classified as a waste material that requires more effort to improve its mechanical properties. Adding natural pozzolan (NP) material and shredded tires (ST) can be an exciting field to investigate and quite friendly to the environment. This research objective investigates the mechanical properties of the dredged soil stabilized with natural pozzolan material and shredded tires as a new way of green engineering. This research involved trass as a natural pozzolan and shredded tires as car-used tires waste retreading factory. Basic and mechanical properties tests were investigated, including standard proctor, unconfined compressive strength (UCS), and direct shear of the stabilized dredged soil. The proportions of involved trass were 3%, 6%, 9%, and 12%, while the proportions of shredded tires were 2% and 3% to the maximum dry weight of the material sample. These mechanical properties tests were conducted in a curing period of 7, 14, and 28 days. This recent research shows an increase in the maximum dry weight of the stabilizing soil to the untreated soil by 0.5% - 1.7%. While for the compressive strength value, an increase in the UCS value by 175% - 324% was revealed. Furthermore, there was an increased shear strength value, and it was found that the increase in cohesion value (c) was 6% - 83%, and the increase in internal friction angle value (ϕ) was 31% - 98%.
Bonding Strength of Buluhpring Bamboo Reinforcement Parallel and Non-Parallel Notches U-Type in Concrete
Authors: Arifin H , Afriansya A A , Amiruddin A A 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Bamboo plants are one of the natural materials that are often seen growing and quite fast; Bamboo has been extensively researched for use as an alternative to steel reinforcement in concrete construction. Bamboo is not only more accessible, it is also more cost effective and beneficial for the environment. This study examines the bonding strength of bamboo reinforcement in concrete. Buluhpring bamboo from the Gowa area which has been dried and checked for quality is the bamboo material used. A simple cylindrical concrete specimen measuring 150 mm x 300 mm was used for testing the compressive strength of concrete after 28 days and obtained a result of 25.35 MPa. The Pull-Out test was carried out on 28-day cylindrical concrete measuring 150 mm x 300 mm which was planted with parallel and non-parallel U type bamboo reinforcement in it to determine the bond strength of the test object. The result of concrete with parallel bamboo reinforcement type U is 0.79 MPa and concrete with non-parallel bamboo reinforcement type U is 0.69 MPa. Based on the test, concrete with U-type parallel notch bamboo reinforcement is stronger than U-type non-parallel bamboo notch reinforcement.
Conceptual Framework For Supply Chain Risk Management Study on Breakwater Project in Indonesia Case Study : Makassar New Port Breakwater Development Project
Authors: Djaja Muhammad Nur Andry , Arifuddin Rosmariani 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
In carrying out its supply chain activities, a project often experiences problems starting from the procurement, production, to delivery processes. Likewise, the Makassar New Port Breakwater development project must consider its risks in planning, implementation and operations. This study aims to determine the risks that could potentially occur in supply chain activities at the Breakwater Makassar New Port development project in Indonesia. Furthermore, it will provide information on which risks fall into the high and low categories. Moreover, the research will provide the results of the mitigation options for each risk. An essential contribution of this research is that the results will give a lesson learned and initial data to determine future risks in the breakwater project. Based on the research conducted, the identified risks in the supply chain of the Makassar New Port Breakwater development project are 38 risks where the dominant risk factor in the material supply chain that influences the implementation of the Makassar New Port Breakwater development project is variable C6, namely the amount of production that does not match the target. In the moderate risk category. From the results of data analysis, it is known that the contractors and suppliers make efforts to reduce the dominant risk either preventively or curatively so that these risks do not interfere and cause a significant impact on the project objectives.
Comparative Study of Delay Factors In Construction Projects In South Sulawesi (BUMN VS Private)
Authors: Patasik D , Rahim I R , Hamzah S 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
The development of the construction world is currently growing rapidly along with the times, where stakeholders in the construction world are required to be able to complete a project efficiently, but in reality there are still many obstacles that we encounter that result in a work being hampered. Referring to the Government Agency Performance Report (LKIP) of the Office of Highways and Construction Development of South Sulawesi Province (2018-2019) and the Office of Public Works and Spatial Planning of South Sulawesi Province (2020) there are still many jobs that are delayed. The purpose of this research is to analyze the factors that influence the completion of construction projects and to analyze the comparison of factors/variable delays that significantly affect construction project delays in the scope of government (BUMN) and private sector in South Sulawesi as well as alternative handling. The method used is Frequency Index Analysis, Influence Index, Interest Index, and risk analysis. The results of the research show that 27 of the 35 factors distributed are relevant in South Sulawesi and the comparison of the risk factors for delay is dominant. The first rank was for BUMN respondents. There was a design change by the owner (58 %) and the first rank was for Private. Delay in delivery of goods/materials (79.44 %). The alternative on the BUMN side is that there is a design change by the owner is to review and discuss together about the urgency to change items and improve design planning. The alternative for the private sector, namely delays in delivery/material goods, is to ensure that construction management conducts coordination meetings with contractors to evaluate the order mechanism so that it can be carried out early.
Study Of Airport Development Through Smart Airport Concept Approach In Supporting National Tourism Strategic Area In South Sulawesi Province
Authors: Waris Milawaty , Adisasmita Sakti Adji , Ramli Muhammad Isran 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
The aim of the research is to analyze a study of quality of the development of Sultan Hasanuddin International airport through the concept of the Smart Airport. The methodology of research using descriptive quantitative and qualitatifve research. The descriptive quantitative analysis in this research use the scale of likert and path analysis with the help of SmartPLS software. The results of the research showed that the quality and performance level of services of Sultan Hasanuddin International airport Makassar based on the quality and performances services attributes, namely reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy and tangible and the level of customer satisfaction. the quality of airport development services indicate a significant indirect or direct significant effect on customer satisfaction. The value of r-square on the performance of airport development services is 0.823 > 0.70 at the level of customer satisfaction 0.6278 > 0.70, it can be concluded that the variables and indicators are reliable because they fulfill of requirements > 0.70. In this case the T-value < 1.96 and P-value < 0.05. Thus, it can be concluded that the X4 variable has not significant effect on the Y variable with its indicators. Based on the results of the research, it can be concluded that the quality and performance of airport development services through a conceptual approach Smart Airport significant effect on the level of customer satisfaction. Hoped that in the future airport development will be further improved considering that the Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport in Makassar will be planned to go to Makassara erocity with the aerotropolis concept and Smart Airport concept as a supported of technological service innovation that provides basic infrastructure so that all activities it can be well connected.