Journal of Sustainable Development in Social and Environmental Sciences
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Open Access
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ISSN (Print) 2812-6335 - ISSN (Online) 2812-6343
Published By Faculty of Arts, Port Said University
LATEST MANUSCRIPTS IN Journal of Sustainable Development in Social and Environmental Sciences
- Terrain Modelling and Its Impact on the Productive Capacity of Soil Using Geomatics Techniques in Baltim Area, EgyptShow MoreShow Less
The Baltim area is located in the north-central part of the Delta. It was part of Lake Burullus, whose surface is mostly flat and has little slope, except for areas of sand dunes. The Baltim area differs in its current state from what it was in previous periods, as its features changed to account for human uses on physical phenomena that are heading towards decreasing or disappearing completely. This is as a reflection of human intervention through agricultural reclamation, which only succeeded through a radical change in the terrain characteristics, particularly the levels of the earth’s surface during the period from 1947 to 2020. This has been done by filling the low-lying areas primarily, which were studied using geomatics techniques, causing the decrease and disappearance of many wetland phenomena such as ponds, swamps, and sabkhas. In addition, there was a phsical impact represented by the availability of sand dunes north of the Baltim area, which caused the level of the lands adjacent to it to rise as well, as well as the exploitation of their sand in the process of filling low-lying areas. The application of geomatics techniques has shown that all of these changes in the terrain characteristics are reflected in the physical and chemical charcteristics of the soil. As a result, there was an increase in the area of agricultural land and its fertility and production capacity, owing to many reasons, particularly its distance from groundwater and its low degree of salinity. Accordingly, the second and third classes appear from productive capacity of the soil, which were not monitored in 1962, and there was an increase in the area of the second to the fourth classes. This only happened by continuing to change the terrain characteristics to reclaim new areas and improve the characteristics of old agricultural lands. - Desertification and Its Economic Impact on Food Security in the Arabian PeninsulaShow MoreShow Less
Desertification is the process of degradation of agricultural lands and turning them into dry, uncultivable deserts due to factors such as climate change, incorrect settlement, removal of vegetation, and others. Desertification negatively affects food security in several ways: deterioration agricultural area, lack of water resources, and increased hunger and social instability. In order to combat desertification and protect food security, measures must be taken to reduce the increase in desertification and improve the management of water resources. This includes implementing sustainable irrigation techniques, conserving biodiversity and encouraging sustainable agricultural practices. It also requires international cooperation to combat climate change and implement policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing the sustainability of agriculture in areas vulnerable to desertification. Solving the problem of desertification requires joint efforts from governments, the international community, farmers, and non-governmental organizations so as to ensure food security for affected communities. - Enhancing the Applicability and Development of Vegetation Indices for MangrovesShow MoreShow Less
Mangrove ecosystems are critical coastal habitats with distinct characteristics that pose challenges for remote sensing-based vegetation monitoring. This study focuses on adapting and developing vegetation indices specifically for mangrove environments to enhance accuracy and utility in assessing mangrove vegetation health. Utilizing satellite imagery and field measurements, various vegetation indices were evaluated. Challenges such as salinity, waterlogging, species diversity, canopy structure, and seasonal variations were addressed. Case studies and methodological approaches illustrate how these refined vegetation indices contribute to improved mangrove ecosystem assessment, thereby supporting conservation and management efforts. - Science Education Reform 2.0 in Egypt: How the Concepts of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030 Were Integrated into Primary Science CurriculaShow MoreShow Less
The Ministry of Education launched Egypt’s vision for reforming education in what is known as Education 2.0, and the process of developing educational curricula was at the heart of this vision, given the modern content of the Science 2.0 curricula; This required analysis to determine the extent to which it has achieved tangible reform in one of the global requirements targeted by the United Nations, which is the Sustainable Development Goals 2030 (SDGS 2030), as it called for these goals to be the focus of education to protect the planet and the rights of future generations. Therefore, this study aimed to present A list of scientific concepts and topics related to the SDGS 2030 that can be integrated into Science Education 2.0 curricula at the primary stage, and then identify the extent to which Science Education 2.0 curricula for grades (fourth - fifth - sixth) at the primary stage in Egypt include those concepts and topics. Then, recommendations were made for how to incorporate these concepts into the Science 2.0 curricula. The study followed the descriptive approach using the content analysis method. The study found that the degree to which the Science 2.0 curricula included the concepts of SDGS2030 was generally moderate, as their frequency in the fourth-grade books reached 77 concepts, at a rate of 32.6%, and in the fifth-grade books, 83 concepts found, at a rate of 35.16%, and in the sixth-grade books, 126 concepts found at a rate of 53.3%, The results also showed that Science 2.0 curricula addressed 12 SDGs, while they did not address five goals: poverty eradication, gender equality, reducing inequalities, peace, justice, and strong institutions, and partnerships to achieve the goals. Finally, the study suggested considering its findings, recommendations are made for how to include concepts and topics of SDGS2030 in Science 2.0 curricula that are not addressed in current curricula. - Creating Spatial Database Infrastructure and Integrating Data among the Governorates of Riyadh RegionShow MoreShow Less
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which consists of 150 governorates and 13 regions, is among the first nations to gather descriptive and spatial data, create geographical databases that benefit society and policymakers. Creating a central database (SDI) for the governorates in the Riyadh region and integrating data between them, with its headquarters located in the capital city of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh is the largest city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the third most populous capital of the Arab world. Based on data from 2021, the population of Riyadh is approximately 10.5 million, and the capital of Saudi Arabia is regarded as one among the global cities with the quickest rate of growth. The area of the city has grown from 1,800 km2 to 3,115 km2 at this point. Each governorate operates independently, which makes it difficult to share information on local development and infrastructure projects amongst them. This causes projects to be duplicated within a single governorate, and costs money, time, and effort. In order to address these issues and provide a robust and current database, this research is carried out. Based on current and regularly updated data from the governorates, reports can be produced from them for every governorate, assisting the decision maker in making the right choice. - Social and Economic Dimensions of Egypt's 2030 Sustainable Development Plan: Workers in Egyptian Universities as a ModelShow MoreShow Less
The research aimed to identify the role of sustainable development in achieving sustainable social and economic development. The research also aimed to identify the elements of the sustainable development plan, know the social and economic dimension, and reveal the relationship between the sustainable development plan and the economic and social dimensions. In order to achieve these goals, the method was used. Descriptive and analytical questionnaire was applied to a sample of (300) individual faculty members working in Egyptian universities. The Research concluded that state institutions undertake voluntary initiatives to integrate the dimensions of sustainable development at a rate of 71.839, as they work to participate naturally in international initiatives for sustainable development. In order to Research how to integrate the stakes of sustainable development, the state allocates funds within the budget to support local work development programs, build the educational capabilities of the community, and follow a clear policy in the field of improving working conditions, especially social and economic conditions, regardless of those imposed by laws and labor legislation, and work awareness initiatives apart from obligations. To impose laws that contribute to reducing social and economic crises, the state also seeks to implement the dimensions of sustainable development by applying a clear strategy towards human resources, especially training and training, and relying on an effective strategy to motivate workers through incentives and the provision of health and safety systems. There are also unions that represent workers and guarantee Linking effective communication with organizations conduct consultation sessions with workers to discuss workers’ requirements. - Natural Potential for Sustainable Tourism Development in Port Said Governorate: A Study in Tourism Geography Using Geographic Information Systems and Remote SensingShow MoreShow Less
The study confirmed that Port Said possesses a variety of natural geographical potentials, which have recently enabled it to achieve noticeable development and growth in all its economic fields. Tourism has been prioritized in the current developmental programs. The natural geographical potential is closely linked to the tourism development process in Port Said Governorate. Tourism depends on investing natural potential in recreational tourism activity, and the importance of the geographical location is highlighted in giving Port Said its rightful place on the tourist map and making it a local and international tourist pole. The study revolves around the possibility of utilizing Port Said's natural resources when selecting the most suitable locations for tourism development, relying on the informational expertise gained from studying natural characteristics, measurements, and standards. This process considers the qualitative and quantitative changes in the demand and supply of tourist services, the variety of tourist attractions, and the intense competition among different tourist destinations. This is achieved by adhering to the appropriate planning standards for moderate services set by the General Organization for Physical Planning under the Egyptian Ministry of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities. - Legal Empowerment of Women and Its Relation to Achieving Social Balance in Port Said GovernorateShow MoreShow Less
This study aims to explore the actual extent of legal empowerment among women in Port Said Governorate, Egypt, as well as the social barriers impeding their progress. Additionally, the study seeks to propose strategies to address these obstacles. Using a sample social survey method, a questionnaire was developed and administered to employed women. Analysis was conducted through the lenses of structural-functional theory, social roles, and feminist perspectives, particularly examining legal positions within the National Council for Women and female lawyers in society. The findings highlight persistent societal views that women's capabilities are not suited to certain roles, often confining them to domestic spheres due to traditional gender norms. Furthermore, women's representation in legal and leadership roles remains notably lower than men's.
