This book brings together a diverse set of studies exploring how technology, sustainability, and human behavior shape our rapidly changing world. From innovative engineering solutions such as advanced OTEC heat exchangers, CO2-efficient solvent regeneration, and zero-carbon building strategies to analyses of aerodynamics and sustainable construction materials, the volume highlights the technical ingenuity driving global decarbonization.
Equally central is the role of digital transformation. Research on big data competitiveness, supply chain sustainability, digital currencies, and blockchain-enabled circularity reveals how emerging technologies are redefining economic systems and organizational performance.
Sustainability and environmental awareness appear throughout, reflected in studies on retail practices, digital media s influence on environmental behavior, and global trends in sustainable tourism. Social and human dimensions are also addressed, including the housing challenges of displaced Sudanese communities and the evolving role of AI and photonics in education.
Together, these works offer a concise yet rich portrait of the innovations, challenges, and societal shifts shaping a more resilient and sustainable future.