A Research on Sustainable Prevention and Management of Geological Disasters in Engineering
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Engineering and Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 15
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Interests: geological disaster; engineering properties of special rocks and soil
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Interests: municipal solid waste disposal; environmentally friendly construction materials; geotechnical engineering
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The rapid development of engineering technology and socioeconomic activities has led to an increasing number of construction projects in mountainous regions and deep underground environments. These areas, characterized by complex topography and geological conditions, face heightened risks of engineering geological disasters. Surficial hazards such as landslides, collapses, debris flows, and ground settlements, as well as underground disasters like rock bursts, large deformations, water inrushes, and high temperatures, pose significant threats to both engineering safety and surrounding ecosystems. Such events not only jeopardize infrastructure resilience but may also trigger cascading environmental and societal impacts, undermining sustainable development goals.
To address these challenges, a holistic understanding of disaster mechanisms, evolution processes, and mitigation strategies is essential. Integrating sound engineering practices with sustainability principles is critical for ensuring the long-term safety, resilience, and environmental compatibility of infrastructure projects.
This Special Issue seeks to advance research on the intersection of geological disaster management and sustainable development, promoting innovative solutions that balance technical efficacy with ecological and societal well-being.
We welcome original research articles and reviews addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Mechanisms and evolution processes of engineering geological disasters in the context of climate change and anthropogenic pressures;
- Sustainable mitigation measures for surficial and shallow-layer geological disasters, emphasizing nature-based solutions and ecosystem preservation;
- Risk assessment frameworks and resilient design strategies aligned with sustainable infrastructure development;
- Application of eco-friendly and green materials in disaster prevention, with a focus on lifecycle assessment and low-carbon alternatives;
- Advanced monitoring technologies and early-warning systems to enhance adaptive capacity and community preparedness;
- Sustainable post-disaster rehabilitation techniques and circular economy approaches for hazard-affected regions.
Dr. Xin Liao
Dr. Jimeng Feng
Prof. Dr. Qiang Tang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- engineering geological disasters
- sustainable risk assessment
- resilient infrastructure
- green materials
- disaster monitoring and early warning
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