Arid and semi-arid regions of the world have been severely degraded by human and natural
factors. These regions play an important role in reducing natural disasters and improving …

Urban development, especially in large cities, has transformed both the structure and
function of natural ecosystems as well as the quality of urban lands. The disruption of the …

The quick development of industrial sectors, tourism, and agriculture, which coincided with
human habitation in cities, has led to the degradation of environmental qualities. Thus, a …

The human society cannot be considered in isolation from nature; and human activities are
always in need of environmental analyses. Therefore, communities require tools for …

Background and Purpose: Knowledge of the ecological conditions prevailing in the region is
essential to achieve sustainable development and reduce the increasing degradation of …

Though well-positioned geographically to benefit from China's Silk Road Economic Belt
initiative, Central Asia nevertheless suffers from a fragile ecological environment. Therefore …

In the past few decades, the excessive consumption of natural resources, the rapid growth of
urbanization, and the expansion of industrial activities have led to the destruction of the …

Nowadays, moving towards sustainability is highly considered in different societies with
different levels of technology and management. In order to have a stable and healthy city …

Background Extensive industrialization and urban development have led to resource
scarcity, environmental pollution, and territory destruction. Accordingly, the current study has …

AbstractCities manifesting the world's most consuming ecosystem are responsible for a
large part of the world's environmental problems. Knowledge of the ecological conditions …