Title: |
Establishment of Building Material Carbon Emission Coefficient Database and Application in Architectural Cases: Energy Conservation and Carbon Reduction Big Data Project |
Authors: |
Chun-Shan Wu., Yao-Min Fang., Bing-Jean Lee. |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 01 - 06, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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In environmental engineering, the carbon footprint is the assessment of the total greenhouse gas emissions, directly or indirectly, caused by individuals, organizations, activities, or products. These emissions are converted into equivalent amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2e) to measure the impact of human activities on the environment. Consequently, the scope of carbon footprint calculation encompasses emissions generated throughout the entire lifecycle – from raw material extraction and manufacturing to usage, all the way to product disposal and recycling processes. The construction industry consumes significant energy and resources during its operational processes, resulting in substantial environmental impact. According to international literature, carbon emissions from the production of construction materials and the construction process account for 11% of the global total, while the operational phase of buildings contributes 28%. This underscores the immense potential for improvement in carbon emissions throughout the entire lifecycle of buildings. To achieve the net-zero emissions goal by 2050, the construction industry should establish sustainable development objectives, transition towards green construction practices, enhance energy efficiency, strengthen environmental protection measures, and elevate technological capabilities. Integrating carbon emissions calculations, especially during the planning and design stages, should be integrated into the construction process to serve as a reference for relevant stakeholders. Furthermore, third-party assistance is crucial for credible carbon emissions assessment, as it provides concrete evidence regarding material benefits and evaluates carbon coefficients at various stages. Establishing a dedicated carbon emissions database within Liming Construction will expedite future calculation processes. |
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Carbon Footprint, Construction Industry, Carbon Reduction, Carbon Emission Coefficient, Circular Economy |
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DOI: |
10.56581/IJLERA.8.8.01-06 |
Title: |
Advancement in Electric Vehicle Technology: Challenges and Opportunities for a Sustainable Future |
Authors: |
Zosu Segbenu Joseph, Owoso Joseph Oluropo, Adelaja Surajudeen Rotimi, Dahunsi Fatai Oladotun |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 07 - 18, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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This position paper examines the challenges and opportunities associated with the advancement of electric vehicle (EV) technology and its implications for a sustainable future. The paper highlights the importance of transitioning to electric vehicles as a means to address environmental concerns and achieve energy efficiency. It explores the challenges such as limited battery range and charging infrastructure, environmental impacts in EV production, the transition from internal combustion engine vehicles, and the integration of renewable energy sources. Additionally, the paper discusses the opportunities arising from technological advancements in battery technology, electric motor innovations, and autonomous driving capabilities. It also emphasizes the economic benefits, job creation potential, and the positive impact on public health and air quality associated with the widespread adoption of EVs. The conclusion emphasizes the significance of continued research, collaboration, and policy support in driving the advancement of EV technology. Stakeholders are encouraged to prioritize and invest in the development and adoption of EV technology to accelerate the transition to a sustainable transportation system. Collectively, these efforts are crucial in paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future. |
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Advancement, Challenges, Electric vehicle technology, Opportunities, Sustainable future |
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10.56581/IJLERA.8.8.07-18 |
Title: |
Review Responding to Natural Disaster According to Disaster Risk Levels |
Authors: |
Chun-Tse Wang, Tien-Yin Chou, Yao-Min Fang |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 19 - 24, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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This study focuses on reviewing types of disasters affecting natural and socio-economic conditions and identifying weather and climate, types of natural disasters, and levels of risk caused by natural disasters that may occur in the province. Lao Cai. The main impacts of related natural disasters such as storms, mud and rock floods, flash floods, landslides, salinization, drought, forest fires, coastal erosion, riverbank erosion, sedimentation of coastal rivers... strongly affect residential areas and infrastructure in all regions. Populations located in different geographical and climatic regions of Vietnam have different levels of exposure and vulnerability. This paper presents methods of disaster response according to disaster risk level, a case study of Lao Cai province, Vietnam. As a result of the research, policymakers can make decisions based on the local disaster risk level. |
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disasters affecting natural; natural disasters; climatic regions of Vietnam; Lao Cai province; Vietnam Climate Change. |
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DOI: |
10.56581/IJLERA.8.8.19-24 |
Title: |
Islamic Spirituality as a Moderating Influence Between Stressor and Cyberloafing |
Authors: |
Fatmah Bagis, Abid Yanuar Badharudin, Mastur Mujib Ikhsani, Farah Aprilia Kusuma |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 25 - 30, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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This research relates Islamic culture to deviant behavior in educational institutions is still very minimal. In general, this research was conducted to strengthen the role of the implementation of Islamic spirituality applied in institutions as the main foundation in working, behaving and behaving. This survey used primary data and secondary data. Primary data was processed through observation and discussion, direct observation, and distributed at location. The research population was employees (education personnel) of Islamic University. The data analysis method uses Partial Least Square (PLS).The results of the analysis show that stressors have no positive effect on cyberloafing and Islamic spirituality has no negative effect on cyberloafing and Islamic spirituality can moderate the relation in between stressor and cyberloafing. |
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islamic spirituality, stressor, cyberloafing |
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DOI: |
10.56581/IJLERA.8.8.25-30 |
Title: |
Progressing towards participatory AI: A Safety Evaluation Framework |
Authors: |
Ayse Kok Arslan |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 31 - 37, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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This study explores main problem areas that would help make progress on participatory AImodels; namely, robustness, monitoring, alignment, and systemic safety.For each of the four problems it discusses possible research directions and provides an overview of how to guard against extreme risks while developing and deploying a model. It also identifies new problems, such as emergent capabilities from massive pre-trained models grounded in recent progress in participatory AI models. It concludes that agency is an important property to evaluate given the central role of agency in various theories of AI risk. |
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Title: |
Socially responsible consumption in Morocco: an exploratory study |
Authors: |
Omar El Amili, Wafa Laktib, Sanaa Malki, Sabah JRHIRID |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 38 - 44, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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The rise of ethical, social, and ecological concerns has emerged as a significant consumer trend in recent decades. Individuals are increasingly incorporating non-economic, ethical considerations into their purchasing decisions, as evidenced by the popularity of fair trade and organic products. Consumers now pay greater attention to a company's behavior and product manufacturing processes. This trend has led to actions such as boycotting companies with irresponsible practices and refraining from buying products linked to unfavorable political stances. This phenomenon aligns with the concept of socially responsible consumption (SRC). This article aims to define the SRC concept's parameters and develop a SRC measurement scale tailored to the Moroccan context. The first section explores SRC-related aspects and summarizes prior work in this domain. The subsequent section focuses on constructing the SRC measurement scale, discussing reliability outcomes and the impact of socio demographic factors on consumer behavior. The article concludes by discussing the findings and outlining potential avenues for future research. |
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socially responsible consumption, ethics, measurement scale. |
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DOI: |
10.56581/IJLERA.8.8.38-44 |
Title: |
Analysis of the information content of intangible assets: An empirical study on the WAEMU financial market |
Authors: |
OSSONON Ahou Claudine |
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International Journal of Latest Engineering Research and Applications, pp 45 - 62, Vol 08 - No. 08, 2023 |
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This research empirically analyzes the informational content of intangible assets in order to understand the perception of information related to intangible by the WAEMU financial market. Based on a cylindrical panel sample of 24 companies listed at the BRVM, observed over a 10-year period (2005-2014), the results first indicate that intangible assets are negatively and significantly associated with the stock market price. As a result, information inherent in intangible assets acts as a negative signal to investors in the regional financial market. Secondly, the economic depreciation of intangible assets is of little relevance for investors because no significant statistical link has been detected with either the stock price or the stock return. Finally, high immaterial density is negatively and significantly associated with stock market return. As a result, in the regional financial market, investors perceive the activation of intangible investments negatively. It acts as a negative signal to investors. Moreover, securities of intangible intensive companies are penalized by investors on this financial market. This assumes that intangible intensive and activating companies have low returns on their securities. This finding further confirms the hypothesis that investors seem to adopt a «myopic» vision or favour a short-term vision in the process of building their portfolio by penalizing companies that activate intangible investments in the short term. However, these results cannot be extrapolated due to the non-representativeness of the study sample. |
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displacement panel, economic depreciation, informational content, intangible asset, signal, stock price, stock market return. |
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DOI: |
10.56581/IJLERA.8.8.45-62 |