Worrying about Climate Change

Alnaser, N.W.; Flanagan, Roger; Kazmerski, Lawrence L.; Sayigh, Ali A.; Nayfeh, Munir H.; Alnaser, W.E.

doi:10.4236/acs.2022.122026

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“…The available advanced technologies are able to contribute to serving this purpose. In fact, the policy in this issue should also complement the built environment to combat and abate the climate change consequences (Alnaser et al, 2022).…”

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The relation between SARS-CoV-2 cases in Bahrain and meteorological parameters: 27 months of data

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Almarabheh³

et al. 2022

Front. Built Environ.

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Background: There has been a belief in and strong thought about the existence of a relationship between meteorological parameters and the spread of SARS-CoV-2. Many studies have been conducted but with a short period of investigation, i.e., not more than 4 months. Therefore, the relation between 27 months of SARS-CoV-2 recorded data and meteorological parameters is reported. The aim of this study is to use this vast data to examine whether average temperature, average wind speed, and absolute humidity are clearly correlated with the number of infected SARS-CoV-2 cases in Bahrain or not, which may be applicable to countries that have similar topography.Method: The official recorded data of SARS-CoV-2 cases in Bahrain from the first day that SARS-CoV-2 cases were detected (February 24, 2020) until May 18, 2022, along with 4 meteorological parameters (temperature, wind speed, relative humidity, and absolute humidity) were used. The data were analyzed using SPSS where a p-value less than 0.05 was considered as statistically significant.Result: There is a negative significant correlation between new daily cases of SARS-CoV-2 and temperature, T, and absolute humidity, AH, (r = −0.290, −0.317; p < 0.001, respectively). The results also show a positive significant correlation between daily cases of SARS-CoV-2 and wind speed (V) (r = −0.110; p = 0.002). No correlation was found between daily cases of SARS-CoV-2 and relative humidity (r = −0.028; p = 0.429). An empirical relation is reported, allowing the estimation of SARS-CoV-2 cases in Bahrain as a function of three weather parameters: T, AH, and V.

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Section: Policy Implementationmentioning

confidence: 99%

The relation between SARS-CoV-2 cases in Bahrain and meteorological parameters: 27 months of data

Alnaser

Alnaser²,

Almarabheh³

et al. 2022

Front. Built Environ.

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“…To attain net zero emissions, the power sector, which is responsible for 40% of global energy-related emissions, will need to undergo a significant transformation. There will be serious concerns regarding technology, economy, society, and politics if carbon fuels are not replaced with flexible renewable technologies [4]. A major expenditure is required to provide a global fleet of low-carbon generation, grid infrastructure, energy storage, and appropriate flexibility measures.…”

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Nuclear-Driven Integrated Energy Systems: A State-of-the-Art Review

2023

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Because of the growing concerns regarding climate change and energy sustainability, a transition toward a modern energy sector that reduces environmental effects while promoting social and economic growth has gained traction in recent years. Sustainable energy solutions, which include renewable and low-carbon sources such as nuclear energy and natural gas, could minimize emissions of greenhouse gases, enhance air and water quality, and encourage energy independence. Yet, the shift to a sustainable energy industry is fraught with difficulties, including governmental and regulatory obstacles, technological and economic limits, and societal acceptability hurdles. Addressing these issues would necessitate the development of long-term, durable, and cost-effective energy systems containing nuclear energy and associated with the generation of both electricity and other by-products required by industry. Integrated energy systems (IES) are a novel way to maximize the use of various energy resources and technologies in order to deliver dependable, efficient, and sustainable energy services. IES entail the integration of various energy systems, such as electricity, heating, cooling, and transportation, in respect to energy sustainability and a system’s resilience and flexibility. Their development and implementation require the cooperation of several parties, including energy providers and policymakers. This study provides a state-of-the-art literature review of the most creative nuclear-driven hybrid energy system applications and methodologies, from which the research challenges and prospects for effective IES implementation emerge.

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“…In addition, environment unhealthiness has an economic impact resulting in public health costs that amount to the global economy over US$ 5 trillion each year [ 16 ], and according to Ref. [ 25 ]; 12% of people worldwide spend more than 10% of their income on health care. But people with very low incomes lack insurance and experience health stress [ 26 ].…”

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confidence: 99%