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MODELING FOR DEVELOPING A SUSTAINABLE CITY WITH MINIMIZED EMBODIED ENERGY

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Pankaj Pandey, Arunava Majumder, Sejal
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2022.11.10.26

Abstract

In the modern era, environmental sustainability is a topic of concern. A key issue of worry in the current situation is global warming, which is influenced by the growing level of carbon emissions. In addition to the direct emissions from industry and automobiles, construction also contributes to excessive carbon emissions. Low embodied energy of a material during construction of the building implies environmentally sound. The quantity of energy utilized during the production of the material is known as the embodied energy. The model is built as a multi-objective constrained optimization problem. The findings help to determine how much of each type of material should be utilized to create a city that is as sustainable as possible. This essay offers a comprehensive plan for developing an energy-efficient, environmentally friendly metropolis. The total amount of energy used throughout each stage of a product's lifecycle, which includes extraction, production, transportation, and disposal, is known as embodied energy. As cities continue to expand and consume significant amounts of resources, it is imperative that urban landscapes be planned and constructed in a way that minimizes their negative environmental effects and promotes long-term sustainability. The major objective of the study is to identify key strategies and considerations for urban planning while minimizing embodied energy. These tactics encompass a variety of subjects, including material selection, building methods, infrastructure for transportation, and waste management. By utilizing these factors to their full potential, cities may significantly cut down on their energy use and carbon footprint.

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