Atlantis Highlights in Sustainable Development

This study examines how remoulding affects clay’s undrained shear strength, a crucial factor affecting the stability of earthen structures. Shear strength can be considerably decreased by remoulding, which modifies the water distribution and soil structure, particularly in fine-grained soils like clays....

Weeds are nuisance plants that have negative impact on surrounding crops. Weeds become competitors for nutrients and water. Efforts in weed control are with natural herbicides. This study aims to determine the potential of allelochemical compounds of Chromolaena odorata, Cynodon dactylon, Imperata cylindrica,...

Sustainable production is needed since the global steel sector causes environmental degradation and carbon emissions. This study examines how Circular Economy (CE) ideas might be applied to green steel production to increase sustainability. A descriptive and exploratory study design used qualitative...

A significant population of the African continent lack reliable electricity, a crisis acutely concentrated in its vast informal settlements. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives are pivotal yet underexplored mechanisms for addressing this energy poverty...

Vibrations induced by trains are a growing concern in urban and transport infrastructure planning. Understanding their impact is essential to protect nearby structures, ensure occupant comfort, and maintain the safety and durability of buildings, bridges, and tunnels. Traditional approaches to modeling...

Rising demand for palm oil increases waste production, mainly empty fruit bunches (EFB), which causes environmental pollution. However, EFB can be converted to biochar as a soil amendment. This research investigates how the integration of EFB biochar (EFBB) and Trichoderma biofertilizer (TBF) impacts...

Avocado is a horticultural commodity rich in unsaturated fatty acids, fiber, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Local avocado varieties have the potential to be developed as table fruits that can be eaten fresh, so it is necessary to identify the nutritional content and the panelist’s level of preference....

Revegetation using trees in reclaimed mined lands can rehabilitate degraded lands and sequester carbon (C) simultaneously. The objective of this study was to calculate the amount of C which had been sequestered by two tree species (Cassia siamea Lamk and Parasianthes falcataria) of 4 and 8 year-old stands...

Ground vibrations produced by train movement can adversely affect nearby structures and can cause inconvenience to occupants. Proper mitigation techniques for the train induced ground vibration can be adopted only after conducting ground vibration analysis by measuring and studying vibrations during...

This research investigates the environmental and economic benefits of using recycled concrete aggregates (RCA) in the production of paver blocks, cover blocks, and kerb stones. A Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) was conducted, revealing a 20-30% reduction in material procurement costs when using RCA compared...

Indonesia’s rising electricity demand and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions require strategic long-term energy planning. This study proposes an integrated framework that combines ARIMA–Lasso forecasting with Par-ticle Swarm Optimization (PSO) to project electricity consumption and optimize...

Food security is a problem that is a concern for all countries in the world. To overcome this problem, several countries, including Indonesia, formed and agreed on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) program, one of the goals of which is to end hunger, achieve food security and better nutrition,...

In Botswana, youth unemployment remains high, partly due to a mismatch between academic education and the practical skills demanded by the labour market. Many young people leave secondary school without the competencies needed to secure employment or start businesses. This study explored the integration...

Accurate near-ground air temperature data at fine spatial and temporal scale is necessary for urban heat studies and effective mitigative action. However, inhibitive cost for establishing high-precision sensor networks limits the availability of such data. Several studies have explored crowdsourced climate...

Stainless Steel is one of the few materials in architecture which possess a wide range of properties such as corrosion resistance, durability, variety in terms of grades and finishes. This paper tries to present a comprehensive analysis of use of stainless steel in architecture. We use research on material...

Arrowroot is a local food that has many benefits for health and industry, but it is not widely cultivated. The low production of arrowroot is because farmers have not received sufficient information regarding cultivation, labor requirements for cultivation and processing, as well as the economic value...

Flow Induced Vibration (FIV) is a critical concern in shell-and-tube heat exchangers, often governing the operational reliability and lifespan of tubes. This paper presents an extensive analysis framework to predict the lifespan of heat exchanger tubes subjected to FIV, encompassing detailed calculation...

In previous research, the Bellman-Ford algorithm was used to optimize the drinking water distribution pipe network in the management of Perusahaan Umum Daerah Air Minum Tirta Raharja in Cicalengka. The initial pipe network model as input in this algorithm is a connected, undirected, and weighted graph...

This study explored the role of Mobile money (M-money) in improving savings among rural informal traders to contribute towards sustainable development of rural areas. M-money and other digital payment methods have improved in recent years, leading to increased financial inclusion in the formal financial...

The financial evaluation of fuel stations or SPBU in Indonesia reveals that the current profit margin is insufficient to ensure business sustainability as energy distributors. Financial indicators such as the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and Payback Period (PP) indicate the need for regulatory reform...

The world is changing to adapt to the rising population and expanding cities. Networks of connected roads prioritized the working force in the urban areas, causing a decline in nature play spaces. This led to an effect on mental health and behavioural problems in younger children (0-5 years old), the...

Respected as one of Indonesia’s national strategic commodities, shallot is also known as the common and must have ingredient in Asian cuisine. However, chemical inputs are used intensively in shallot farming in order to achieve high productivity, ignoring the environmental and health issues. To overcome...

In this paper the behaviour of airflow inside a drying cabinet is studied by using a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis. The drying cabinet is designed for drying the leafy vegetables. The hot air required for drying is taken from the solar panel. The simulation was done using SolidWorks Flow...

Lesotho Sign Language (LSL) remains an underrepresented language with less than 4500 speakers, unavailable datasets and limited assistive technologies. This study presents the development of an LSL dataset comprising gesture-based images of alphabet letters A-Y, collected and annotated in collaboration...

Stainless Steel as a material leaves a special imprint in the minds and hearts of people. The signage industry has played a prominent role in the building industry by providing architectural signage for ease in navigation, walkability and branding. This industry sector has ensured continued supply of...

Hybrid solar dryers (HSDs) combine solar energy with additional heat sources like biomass, biogas, or electricity, creating a system that can dry agricultural products more efficiently and without interruptions. This hybrid approach helps overcome major issues seen in traditional post-harvest drying,...

Indoor illuminance is a fundamental consideration in building design and is directly influenced by factors such as location, climate, building form, orientation, and material selection. In regions with high solar exposure, the design of the building envelope, particularly the integration of effective...

The existence of an Ecopark will impact not only to local employment but also give tourism revenue, environmental conservation, and potential long-term economic benefits to the community. Therefore, the research for identify direct and indirect value of an Ecopark is very important. This research aims...

Colon cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality worldwide. Identifying key prog-nostic factors and understanding their interactions are crucial for improving patient outcomes. In this study, Bayesian Addi-tive Regression Trees (BART) approach for modeling cancer survival presented...

This research seeks to identify the differences between various treatment combinations and a control group, focusing on determining the optimal doses of bokashi cowshed and gibberellin concentrations for enhancing the growth and yield of bitter gourd. The experiment was structured using a Completely...

River discharge monitoring is an essential aspect of hydrological science and water resources engineering, as it provides critical insights into the flow dynamics of river systems. Discharge, defined as the volume of water flowing past a given point in a river over a set period. Accurate and continuous...

In response to climate change and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, industries are under pressure to adopt advanced technologies that enhance operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Industry 4.0 plays a pivotal role in this transition by leveraging technologies...

This study develops and formalizes the Salience-Weighted Generalized Conditioning (SWGC) framework as a model to explain preference and choice formation. We integrate deliberative cognition with motivated cognition under the influence of contextual factors. Options are evaluated through a salience function...

Tourism, while a significant driver of economic growth and regional development, poses multidimensional challenges to sustainability especially in ecologically sensitive regions. This study aims to evaluate the sustainability of tourism development in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India,...

Stainless steel, discovered in 1913, has emerged as a transformative material in the global construction industry. This research employs systematic literature review to examine the heterogeneous role of stainless steel as a building material, with a focus on three identified themes – evolution; properties,...

With rising environmental concerns, this study addresses the high volume of construction and demolition waste from red bricks by exploring the potential of utilizing waste red bricks as a construction material. The methodology integrates recycled red brick aggregate with plastic waste to improve material...

The sustainability agenda established under the 2030 corporate commitment framework supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the national level, particularly in Indonesia. This commitment has directly motivated the authors to undertake research on these challenges by conducting...

Financial fraud poses an escalating global threat, fueled by the proliferation of electronic payment systems. As traditional methods of monitoring and detection struggle to keep up with the vast number of daily transactions, the need for automated fraud detection systems has become paramount. This paper...

The construction industry is prone to conflicts due to the high budgets and long durations of projects, which often involve uniqueness. The projects are handled by many people at various stages of the project; the chances of miscommunication and misunderstanding are high, which can lead to disputes....

This study evaluates the environmental impacts of commonly used building materials in the Indian construction sector through a life cycle approach. Using Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) as primary data sources and supported by stakeholder surveys, the research identifies gaps in India-specific...

The global energy transition demands a holistic view of the externalities associated with critical minerals such as nickel. One of the unavoidable externalities of mining is land clearing, which, paradoxically to the intended use of nickel in emissions reduction technologies, results in additional emissions...

The digital transformation in higher education has seen the rise of AI tools, which are popular among teachers and students. While research has primarily focused on student perceptions, less attention has been given to teachers’ perspectives, particularly in Africa. Understanding these perceptions is...

This project showcases ROOP, a mobile app that innovates the online fashion retail experience with features like AI-powered virtual try-on, personalized color analysis, and a thrift shopping experience focused on sustainability. The system consists of a three-stage deep learning pipeline that uses a...

The paper presents the first of its kind bolted Bow String Girder Bridge with Stainless Steel IRS 450 CR across a Canal along a link Road. The Bridge utilizes 350 MT of Stainless Steel for all its structural Members. The problem statement was to provide a high-level bridge with increased vertical navigation...

In terms of infrastructure development, the twenty-first century offers previously unheard-of opportunities and challenges. The materials used to build the built environment must be assessed for their long-term resilience, sustainability, and economic efficiency in addition to their initial affordability...

Zinc oxysulfide (ZnO₁₋ₓSₓ), a ternary mixed-anion semiconductor, offers unique opportunities for bandgap engineering between ZnO (3.37 eV) and ZnS (3.68 eV). In this work, ZnOS thin films synthesized by pulsed laser deposition (PLD) at substrate temperatures of 723 K and 813 K were comprehensively characterized...

The study explored the classroom-based interventions in the English Second Language syllabus delivery for grade 4 learners. The purpose was to explore the discrepancies between the ESL syllabus and its implementation within classrooms, intending to identify obstacles to teaching and learning and recommend...

This study aims to develop a deeper understanding of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) matters in Africa, gender diversity in corporate leadership and its impact on ESG matters. It examines the relationship between gender diversity in corporate leadership and ESG disclosure in South Africa,...

ZSM-5 zeolite was successfully synthesized from natural granite, providing a low-cost and sustainable alternative to conventional chemical precursors. The granite powder was purified, hydrothermally crystallized, and calcined at 200–500 ℃, with the resulting samples characterized by X-ray diffraction...

The proposed project focuses on the design and development of a sustainable residential air conditioning system using thermoelectric cooling (TEC) technology. Unlike conventional vapor compression systems, the TEC-based system operates without compressors or refrigerants, offering a compact, noiseless...

This study explores the use of a solar power plant and electric motor as an alternative to diesel engines, aiming to save costs and reduce environmental impact. The economic analysis used two methods: calculating the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) and estimating diesel cost savings. A fishing vessel...

Induction programmes are designed to enable a smooth transition for new faculty members, providing them with critical resources, institutional expertise, and mentorship. However, such programmes vary across institutions, and newly-appointed lecturers often experience them differently. Methodology:...

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a global framework for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity for all by 2030. Engineers play a pivotal role in achieving these objectives by designing, building, and maintaining the products and systems that underpin...

In the 21st Century, the buzzword is “sustainability.“ In a constantly evolving realm of fashion, it has become very important for both customers and companies to embrace sustainability. This study examined how artificial intelligence (AI) is utilised to advance sustainable fashion and design innovative...

Improving condenser performance is essential for sustaining the efficiency of geothermal power plants within Indonesia’s Net Zero Emission roadmap. This study investigates the application of machine learning (ML) models to predict condenser valve openings at PLTP Darajat. Three models were evaluated:...

The rising demand for high-rise buildings has encouraged architects and engineers to adopt unconventional forms that often depart from traditional symmetry and uniformity. These modern configurations—featuring setbacks, re-entrant corners, torsional asymmetry, and uneven distributions of mass and stiffness—introduce...

As urban traffic congestion, pollution levels, and fuel costs have increased, sustainable transport solutions have become the need of the hour. This manuscript deliberates the in-depth conception, structural organization, and the progressive real-time implementation of an intelligent carpooling platform...

This study presents the optimization of fly ash utilization in the cement manufacturing process at PT Indocement Tunggal Prakarsa Tbk., Plant 9/10, Cirebon. Fly ash, a non-hazardous by-product from nearby coal-fired power plants, was previously disposed of in landfills, creating environmental issues....

Construction delays remain a persistent challenge within the Indian building sector, affecting project timelines, cost performance, and stakeholder satisfaction. This study provides a comprehensive review of literature published between 2010 and 2025, identifying the primary causes, patterns, and mitigation...

Advancement in biomedical science has led to the discovery of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) as new strategies for prevention of Human Immuno Deficiency Virus (HIV). Despite the proven effectiveness of PrEP in preventing HIV transmission, awareness and the use remain low in various populations. This...

The Construction Industry has always been allied with high-risk construction activities due to its fast pace of infrastructure development, and as a result of which the safety of workers has become a grave concern. Recent research developments indicate that integration of advanced technology within the...

The People’s Path Project (PPP) was a community-based ecotourism initiative implemented in north-western Botswana between 2021 and 2025. Designed to integrate marginalized communities into the tourism economy, it focused on empowering women and youth, enhancing market access, and preserving cultural...

Urban physical expansion poses a threat to environmental sustainability at the local, regional, and global levels. Urbanization will have implications for land conversion, from green land to built-up land. This process will certainly have a direct impact on ecosystem services, one of which is climate...

Student engagement in accounting internships is a critical factor in bridging the gap between academic theory and professional practice. This study employed a qualitative meta-synthesis of peer-reviewed studies (2010–2024) on student engagement in accounting internships and related work-integrated learning....

The evolving dynamics of the global job market necessitate a change in how Universities equip their graduates with the relevant skills and competencies required for the workforce. In Botswana, one of the primary challenges faced by university graduates particularly those from the Faculty of Business...

Reliable operation of geothermal power plants depends on stable turbine performance and early detection of degradation. This study builds a thermodynamics-informed, data-driven workflow in Orange to forecast hourly isentropic turbine efficiency from operational logs. The dataset comprises 1,487 hourly...

This paper presents the mechanical design, structural analysis, and material comparison of solar-powered EV charging station for campus application accommodating five two-wheelers. The design aims at a small canopy (6.690 m × 3m footprint) with framed PV modules, a 48 V battery bank, and 5 charger pedestals....

A government has collected 1 million USD in taxes; should it build more schools or more factories? How should the government redistribute current income in an economic environment where more education by private agents crowds out physical capital, causes an excessive increase in the rate of return to...

This article critically analyses and evaluates Indonesia’s early-retirement plans for coal-fired power plants (CFPPs), focusing at Cirebon 1 and Pelabuhan Ratu power plants. Retiring CFPPs early is not merely a technical exercise but part of the economic and political dynamics driving the energy-transition...

Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials; however, its opaque nature limits the utilization of natural daylight and increases dependency on artificial lighting. To address this limitation, Optical Fiber Decorative Concrete (OFDC) has been developed by embedding polymer optical fibers...

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare offers transformative potential, especially for resource-limited settings like Lesotho, a mountainous country in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. Lesotho faces significant challenges including high burdens of tuberculosis...

The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2025 represents a landmark humanitarian initiative aiming to deliver essential aid to Gaza while challenging maritime blockades. This study investigates the concept of resilience through the lens of the Gaza Solidarity Flotilla (GSF), October 2025, emphasizing the intersection...

Learner-centred methodology (LCM) has been widely promoted as a transformative approach to teaching and learning in many education systems, including Botswana. However, despite policy commitments advocating for learner-centred pedagogy, its actual implementation in classrooms remains inconsistent and...

The High performance concrete (HPC) study is to determine various types of material effects at a high temperature with content of Brass coated steel fibers (BCSF) effects on the workability, ductility enhancement of concrete. Various mixture of concrete was prepared and tested using various types and...

Sugarcane and other sugar crops serve as vital renewable feedstocks within the global bioeconomy, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable valorization of their lignocellulosic agro-industrial residues. However, conventional first-generation (1G) biorefineries face limitations such as food-versus-fuel...

Conventional curing of structural concrete requires substantial volumes of potable water, creating sustainability concerns in water-scarce regions such as Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The continued reliance on such water intensive practices conflicts with the objectives of resource efficiency and...

This study evaluates the cooling energy savings and economic feasibility of double pane and triple pane windows for Indonesia’s Type E office buildings. Type E buildings, which represent government office facilities with high occupancy and long operating hours, were selected because they contribute significantly...