Rui Alexandre Castanho – författare

Integrated Planning for Sustainable Resilient Regions explores the dynamic relationship between sustainable development and effective regional planning. With a focus on harmonizing the diverse elements of social equity, economic prosperity, and environmental conservation, this book offers a deep dive into the interplay among human activities, natural systems, and the landscapes they inhabit. Considering both theoretical foundations and real-world case studies, this book equips readers with the tools to navigate the complex challenges of our rapidly changing world. It examines how sustainable development goals can seamlessly integrate into regional planning initiatives, offering a roadmap for fostering resilient communities and landscapes.Through sustainability transitions, territorial dynamics, and community engagement techniques, this book offers fresh perspectives on urban planning, environmental science, and regional studies. This book resonates with a diverse audience, seeking to drive positive change through strategic and sustainable regional planning. From community engagement techniques to innovative policy frameworks, readers will find actionable guidance to transform theoretical concepts into practical and impactful development projects. By providing an essential bridge between theory and implementation, this book inspires meaningful conversations and actions that will shape the future of our regions, cities, and landscapes sustainably and harmoniously.From governments crafting policies that balance progress and environmental stewardship to architects and developers designing eco-conscious spaces, researchers, professionals, and students alike will find valuable information and practical tools to critically analyze the complex interactions among human activities, natural systems, and regional landscapes, fostering a holistic understanding of sustainable development within diverse regions.Provides a well-defined and practical framework for integrating sustainable development principles into regional planning, guiding readers through balancing economic, social, and environmental considerations and helping them understand how these aspects intersectIncludes a rich collection of real-world case studies spanning different geographical locations, cultural contexts, and development challenges, offering concrete examples of how the principles discussed in this book have been applied in practice and highlighting the outcomes and lessons learnedEquips readers with a toolkit of practical strategies, methodologies, and best practices that can be directly applied to regional planning initiatives

Urban Sustainability at the Margins: Borderlands, Peripheries, and Resilient Design Practices explores how cities can be shaped through innovative, climate-responsive, and people-centered planning approaches. The book brings together theory, practice, and real-world case studies to offer a comprehensive view of sustainable urban development. From eco-design principles and resilient infrastructure to policy frameworks and smart city integration, it serves as a forward-thinking guide for creating cities that are both livable and future-proof. As urban areas rapidly grow, there is a critical need for new planning paradigms that prioritize sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience. Bringing together perspectives from thought leaders around the world, this book provides an updated, interdisciplinary resource that reflects the urgent challenges of urbanization in the context of climate change, environmental degradation, and social inequality. The chapters are organized clearly into four logical sections-foundational concepts, policy and governance, thematic strategies, and global case studies-which provides a coherent progression from theory to practice. Urban Sustainability at the Margins helps readers understand how to design and implement sustainable solutions in real-world contexts. It bridges the gap between academic insight and professional application, making it a valuable tool for both study and practice.Includes practical insights and best practices from case studies of cities around the world to demonstrate successful strategies and lessons learnedOffers actionable models and planning tools that can be adapted to diverse urban contextsCombines insights from multidisciplinary perspectives-urban planning, design, environmental science, and public policy-to support comprehensive decision-making

This book discusses the the integration between tourism and heritage and strategies to achieve sustainability in the tourism sector. The book in hands also offers solutions and discusses sustainable tourism environment, social and economic impacts of tourism, and policies and mechanisms for heritage preservation.

This book discusses the the integration between tourism and heritage and strategies to achieve sustainability in the tourism sector. The book in hands also offers solutions and discusses sustainable tourism environment, social and economic impacts of tourism, and policies and mechanisms for heritage preservation.

It includes cultural heritage tourism management, how the digitalization of data has impacted and further developed tourism, World Heritage classification in urban tourism destinations, cultural tourism products, and experiences.

It includes cultural heritage tourism management, how the digitalization of data has impacted and further developed tourism, World Heritage classification in urban tourism destinations, cultural tourism products, and experiences.

By promoting cultural understanding, environmental stewardship, and inclusive community engagement, "Cultural Sustainable Tourism" paves the way for a more sustainable and responsible future in the tourism industry.This book provides a diverse range of case studies and research insights into various aspects of sustainable tourism.

Through cultural mapping and design methodologies, this book illuminates the role of architecture in preserving collective memory while adapting to contemporary needs. The focus on memory and history brings attention to the restoration and reinterpretation of historic sites, including cemeteries, villas, and classical facades. The heritage preservation section highlights innovative approaches to safeguarding historic structures, such as ancient city walls in Xi’an and ecclesiastical sites in Italy, emphasizing the challenges and methodologies in maintaining architectural authenticity. Addressing modern challenges, the segment on identity and sustainable architecture bridges tradition with ecological innovation. Case studies illustrate the creation of eco-cultural spaces, the sustainability of traditional marketplaces, and new typologies for housing programs that respect cultural heritage. Digital art and virtual realities bring a contemporary dimension to the discourse, exploring how technological mediums allow for new expressions of identity and creativity, with a particular focus on modern Emirati women’s contributions to this evolving field. Finally, architecture’s potential to advance social justice and inclusivity is explored through projects that reimagine settlement patterns, promote universal design in public spaces, and integrate marginalized communities into urban landscapes.

This book from the LNNS Series is composed of the best selected papers accepted for presentation and discussion at the 2025 International Conference in Information Technology & Education. The ICITED is a multidisciplinary conference with a special focus on new Technologies and Systems in the Education sector and was held between July 10 and 12, 2025. The ICITED’25 was supported by the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, in Natal, Brazil and by IADITI—International Association for Digital Transformation and Technological Innovation. This book is intended for researchers, academics, lecturers, specialists, professionals, doctoral and master's students, undergraduates, and practitioners working in Information Technology and Computer Science in Education area.

This book features a collection of high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference on Tourism, Technology, and Systems (ICOTTS 2025), held at Technical University of the Atlantic, Sal, Cape Verde, from November 6 to 8, 2025. The book is divided into two volumes, and it covers the areas of technology in tourism and the tourist experience, generations and technology in tourism, digital marketing applied to tourism and travel, mobile technologies applied to sustainable tourism, information technologies in tourism, digital transformation of tourism business, e-tourism and tourism 2.0, big data and management for travel and tourism, geotagging and tourist mobility, smart destinations, robotics in tourism, and information systems and technologies.

This book features a collection of high-quality research papers presented at the International Conference on Tourism, Technology and Systems (ICOTTS 2024), held at held at University of Madeira, Portugal, from 30 to 31 October 2024. The book is divided into two volumes, and it covers the areas of technology in tourism and the tourist experience, generations and technology in tourism, digital marketing applied to tourism and travel, mobile technologies applied to sustainable tourism, information technologies in tourism, digital transformation of tourism business, e-tourism and tourism 2.0, big data and management for travel and tourism, geotagging and tourist mobility, smart destinations, robotics in tourism, and information systems and technologies.