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„Geosciences for Sustainable Development Goals: Perspectives on Natural Hazards & Earth Resources”
The book „Geosciences for Sustainable Development Goals: Perspectives on Natural Hazards & Earth Resources” offers a exploration of the interplay between natural hazards, build infrastructure and earth resources, highlighting the critical role that geosciences play in addressing global challenges, particularly in relation to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Each chapter contributes to a holistic view of how geosciences can support sustainable development actions, highlighting the necessity.
The chapters within this volume delve into diverse and pressing topics that underscore the significance of geoscientific and multi-disciplinary research in enhancing our understanding of natural hazards, their impact on human societies, and the implications of the acquired knowledge for reaching the SDGs. 8
Beginning with an in-depth study of the Ekinözü earthquake in Türkiye, the text examines the implications of seismic activity on urban development and disaster preparedness. Following this, the investigation of aftershocks provides essential insights for seismic hazard assessment, a crucial element in safeguarding communities. The exploration continues with a detailed analysis of active faults (a case study from Romania) emphasizing the necessity of understanding fault dynamics in mitigating earthquake risks.
Comparisons of tsunami measurements and simulations further reveal the complexities of these catastrophic events for coastal settlments, underscoring, one more time, the importance of accurate modeling in disaster response and data-driven decisions.
Highlighting the intricate relationship between geosciences and cultural heritage, Chapter 6 addresses the vulnerability of heritage sites (with exemplifications from Romania) to geomorphological-geological-geophysical hazards. Additionally, a retrospective assessment of flood disasters in Iran (Chapter 7) sheds light on historical patterns and the need for adaptive strategies to manage future risks.
The volume also takes a bold leap beyond Earth, investigating morphotectonic structures on Mars (Chapter 8), showcasing the universal relevance of geosciences in understanding planetary processes.
The book „Geosciences for Sustainable Development Goals: Perspectives on Natural Hazards & Earth Resources” aims to inspire a multidisciplinary dialogue and foster innovative approaches to mitigate hazards, manage resources, and ultimately build resilience in the face of an unpredictable The diversity of the selected topics and case studies reflects the international commitment to reaching SDG.
Editor:
Florina CHITEA
