Integrating Renewable-Based Solar Energy into Sustainable and Resilient Urban Furniture Coupled with a Logical Multi-Comparison Study of Cyprus and Saudi Arabia
Abstract
:1. Introduction
- Assessing the current state of solar-powered garden furniture in Dr. Fazil Kucuk Park.
- To promote energy efficiency, lower carbon emissions, improve users’ satisfaction, and improve general comfort in the park.
- To suggest recommendations and guidelines for the design and implementation of sustainable park furniture in other urban parks.
2. Literature Review
2.1. Solar Energy and Urban Furniture
2.2. Integrating Solar Energy in Urban Furniture Elements
2.2.1. Solar Lighting
2.2.2. Solar Public Art
2.2.3. Solar Benches
2.2.4. Solar Rubbish Bins
2.2.5. Solar Billboard
2.2.6. Solar Electric Bike Stations
2.2.7. Solar Pergola
2.2.8. Solar Water Fountain
3. Materials and Methods
- Billboards and signboards
- Rubbish bins
- Benches
- Public art
- Lighting
- Bicycle parking
Dr. Fazil Kucuk Park as the Study Area
4. Analysis and Evaluation of Urban Furniture in Dr. Fazil Kucuk Park
4.1. Billboards and Signboards
4.2. Rubbish Bins
4.3. Benches
4.4. Public Art
4.5. Lighting
4.6. Bicycle Parking
5. Findings
6. Discussion
6.1. Comparison with Saudi Arabian Urban Furniture
6.2. The Best Practices for Integrating Solar Energy Systems into Urban Furniture
6.3. The Investigate the Ecological Benefits and Environmental Impacts of Utilizing Solar Energy
- Environmental Advantages of Solar Energy Use in Parks:
- Reduced emissions of greenhouse gases: Solar energy generates power without releasing greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide CO2 or methane CH4, making it a source of energy that is renewable and clean. This lessens the park’s environmental impact and aids in reducing global warming.
- Solar energy lessens dependency on fossil fuels, which are limited resources. This promotes the preservation of natural resources.
- Biodiversity preservation: Conventional energy sources, including fossil fuels, sometimes need considerable land usage for extraction and may result in habitat degradation. On the other side, solar energy systems may be put on pre-existing buildings or in open spaces without significantly disrupting natural ecosystems, aiding in the preservation of biodiversity in parks.
- Noise reduction: Unlike certain traditional power-generating techniques, solar energy systems run quietly. This can contribute to the preservation of the park’s tranquil atmosphere by lowering noise pollution and enhancing the enjoyment of both visitors and animals [67].
- Solar energy is a clean, sustainable energy source that does not degrade the environment’s resources. It produces electricity by transforming solar energy into useful energy without releasing damaging pollutants or greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. This lessens the park’s environmental impact and aids in the fight against global warming.
- Lessened water and air pollutions: Unlike fossil-fuel-based energy production, solar energy does not produce hazardous pollutants like nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, or particle matter. The park can help enhance air quality and lower the possibility of breathing-related illnesses by harnessing solar energy. Additionally, unlike conventional power plants, solar energy generation does not need cooling water, helping to save the availability of water.
- Biodiversity conservations: conventional sources of energy sometimes need extensive mining or clearing operations, which can result in habitat degradation and biodiverse species loss. Contrarily, installing solar energy systems on roofs, car parks, or similar pre-existing structures can reduce the requirement for further land usage. By doing so, the park’s biodiversity and natural environments are protected.
- Noise reduction: Unlike certain traditional power plants or generators, solar energy systems run quietly. This lessens sound pollution in the park, making it a more tranquil and pleasing place for guests and animals.
- Educational possibilities: Installing solar energy systems in the park might act as a teaching tool to promote sustainability and renewable energy. Visitors may learn about solar energy’s advantages, how it works, and how it helps to slow down global warming. This may encourage people to use renewable energy sources in their daily life [68].
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- Environmental Effects of Solar Energy Use in Parks:
- Solar panel manufacturing and disposal: Solar panels are produced using a variety of materials and energy-intensive methods. While there has been a gradual reduction in the environmental effect of production, it is still vital to take into account the whole life cycle of solar panels, including their eventual disposal or recycling.
- Land usage and visual impact: Space is needed to construct solar energy systems, which may require clearing land or modifying the landscape. The aesthetics of the park may be more significantly impacted by ground-mounted systems than by rooftop or integrated into existing structure solar panels.
- Potential for animal disturbance: Large-scale ground-mounted installations may upset local ecosystems, especially if not properly planned or situated, even if solar energy systems can be constructed to reduce impacts on wildlife. During the design and installation phases, it is essential to take into account any potential effects on local biodiversity patterns of migration and animal habitats [69].
- The manufacture of solar panels requires the extraction of raw resources like silicon, which can have an adverse effect on the environment if improperly handled. Furthermore, if old or broken solar panels are not recycled or disposed of safely, disposal might be difficult.
- Visual impact and land use: Large-scale solar farms would need a lot of land, even if they can be put on existing buildings. This may have an effect on nearby ecosystems and landscapes, particularly if the installation takes place in an environmentally fragile location. These effects can be reduced with careful design and site selection.
- Grid integration and energy storage: The production of solar energy is sporadic and dependent on the amount of sunshine to make sure there is always power [70].
7. Conclusions and Recommendations
- Using solar-powered lights with motion sensors throughout the garden to illuminate pedestrian paths and green areas;
- Integration of solar panels to operate lighting effects in artworks to enhance visual appeal;
- Installing new garden chairs with integrated solar panels;
- Installing solar charging stations in the garden for lighting and other services;
- Using solar-powered waste bins that contain compressors to reduce the frequency of waste collection and preserve the garden environment;
- Installing solar-powered signage and advertising panels to promote environmental awareness and energy efficiency;
- Install solar water fountains as they enhance the visual appeal and thermal comfort of garden users;
- The use of trellises integrated with solar panels in green areas due to its importance for the comfort of garden users;
- For the future, the research should include the application of IoT (Internet of Things), machine learning, computer-aided tool applications.
Author Contributions
Funding
Conflicts of Interest
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3. | A. Premier | Smart solar urban furniture: Design, application, limits, and potentials [48] | 2020 |
4. | M. Avila, F. Córdova, and D. Icaza | A multidisciplinary methodological vision of technology [49] | 2018 |
5. | M. Ahmed | The Impact of Walkways and Open Spaces on Promoting Sustainable Pattern of Life in the Campus Case Study of Mahlia Girls’ Campus Jazan University, Saudi Arabia [50] | 2023 |
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7. | P. M. Torrens | Computational streetscapes [52] | 2016 |
8. | Z. Li, Y. He, X. Lu, H. Zhao, Z. Zhou, and Y. Cao | Construction of smart city street landscape big data-driven intelligent system based on industry 4.0 [53] | 2021 |
9. | T. O. Alshammari | New strategic approaches for implementing intelligent streetscape towards livable streets in City of Riyadh [54] | 2023 |
10. | M. A. Nassar, L. Luxford, P. Cole, G. Oatley, and P. Koutsakis | The current and future role of smart street furniture in smart cities [55] | 2019 |
11. | A. AlQahtany, H. T. Abdelhamid, A. Shinawi, A. AlQahtani | Assessing the relationship between sidewalk walkability and pedestrians’ travel behaviors in hot arid regions: Khobar, Saudi Arabia [56] | 2021 |
Furniture | Solar | Energy Efficient | Users’ Comfort |
---|---|---|---|
Lights | ✓ | ✓ | X |
Bicycle park | X | X | X |
Chair | X | X | X |
Billboard/signboard | X | X | X |
Sculptures and public art | X | X | X |
Trashcans/dustbins | X | X | X |
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Alotaibi, B.S.; Khalifa, K.R.M.; Abuhussain, M.A.; Dodo, Y.A.; Alshenaifi, M.; Yahuza, M.S.; Algamadi, M.; Al-Tamimi, N.; Maghrabi, A.; Abba, S.I. Integrating Renewable-Based Solar Energy into Sustainable and Resilient Urban Furniture Coupled with a Logical Multi-Comparison Study of Cyprus and Saudi Arabia. Processes 2023, 11, 2887. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11102887
Alotaibi BS, Khalifa KRM, Abuhussain MA, Dodo YA, Alshenaifi M, Yahuza MS, Algamadi M, Al-Tamimi N, Maghrabi A, Abba SI. Integrating Renewable-Based Solar Energy into Sustainable and Resilient Urban Furniture Coupled with a Logical Multi-Comparison Study of Cyprus and Saudi Arabia. Processes. 2023; 11(10):2887. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11102887
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlotaibi, Badr Saad, Khaled Ramah Mohammed Khalifa, Mohammed Awad Abuhussain, Yakubu Aminu Dodo, Mohammad Alshenaifi, Mukhtar Sabiu Yahuza, Mohammed Algamadi, Nedhal Al-Tamimi, Ammar Maghrabi, and Sani. I. Abba. 2023. "Integrating Renewable-Based Solar Energy into Sustainable and Resilient Urban Furniture Coupled with a Logical Multi-Comparison Study of Cyprus and Saudi Arabia" Processes 11, no. 10: 2887. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11102887
APA StyleAlotaibi, B. S., Khalifa, K. R. M., Abuhussain, M. A., Dodo, Y. A., Alshenaifi, M., Yahuza, M. S., Algamadi, M., Al-Tamimi, N., Maghrabi, A., & Abba, S. I. (2023). Integrating Renewable-Based Solar Energy into Sustainable and Resilient Urban Furniture Coupled with a Logical Multi-Comparison Study of Cyprus and Saudi Arabia. Processes, 11(10), 2887. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr11102887