Overview

This volume presents innovative work on innovative methods, tools and practices aimed at supporting the transition of Asian and Middle Eastern cities and regions towards a more smart and sustainable dimension.

Regional Focus

The role of the built and urban environment are becoming more pronounced in Asia and Middle East as the regions continue to experience rapid increase in population and urbanisation, which have only led to an increase in environmental degradation but also rise in energy consumption and emissions.

Topics Covered

Individual chapters cover timely topics such as sustainable infrastructure, transportation, renewable energy, water and methods supporting an innovative and sustainable development of urban areas.

Real-World Examples

Real-world examples are presented to highlight recent developments and advancements in design, construction and transportation infrastructures.

Origin and Context

The volume is based on the best contributions to the 2nd GeoMEast International Congress and Exhibition on Sustainable Civil Infrastructures, Egypt 2018 – The official international congress of the Soil-Structure Interaction Group in Egypt (SSIGE).