With the acceleration of urbanization and the implementation of the rural revitalization
strategy, the spatial pattern of rural settlements in China has changed significantly. The …

Abstract In the Republic of Guinea, mining activities traditionally rely on fossil fuels as a
primary energy source. With new technologies and policies, however, alternative …

Resilient cities have emerged as novel urban ecosystems that respond to the increasing
challenges of contemporary urban development. A new methodological approach is needed …

Over the past decades, numerous studies have attempted to capture the heterogeneity of
rural areas from different perspectives. Meanwhile, rural areas have undergone various …

Urban green infrastructure plays a crucial role in sustainable city development by offering a
multitude of benefits, including improved environmental quality, increased social well-being …

In an era of intense urban development and climate extremes, green infrastructure (GI) has
become crucial for creating sustainable, livable, and resilient cities. However, the efficacy of …

Across Africa, oil, gas and minerals are being discovered more often than ever before.
Nowhere is the global commodities boom being felt more acutely... But sadly, history …