Advances in Tools and Models for Water Energy Food Nexus (WEF) Assessment
A special issue of Water (ISSN 2073-4441). This special issue belongs to the section "Water-Energy Nexus".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 February 2024) | Viewed by 911
Special Issue Editor
Interests: hydrology; water resources engineering; hydraulics; river dynamics; electrical engineering and automation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to gather innovative research contributions focused on the interconnections and interactions between water, energy, and food systems. It seeks to explore cutting-edge tools, methodologies, and models that facilitate a comprehensive assessment of the Water Energy Food Nexus (WEF). The primary objective is to address the intricate relationships between these critical resources, considering their mutual dependencies, trade-offs, and synergies. Furthermore, this Special Issue also endeavours to incorporate advanced methodologies for assessing water, carbon, ecological and/or land footprints, etc., thereby providing a holistic understanding of the environmental implications within the WEF nexus.
By presenting novel approaches, case studies, and insights, the Special Issue intends to advance our understanding of sustainable resource management and policy formulation within the WEF nexus framework. The contributions within this issue will not only enhance theoretical knowledge but also offer practical implications for integrated decision making and resilient resource governance. Ultimately, the collaborative efforts showcased in this Special Issue aim to pave the way for a more interconnected, efficient, and environmentally conscious approach to managing the complex interactions among water, energy, and food systems.
Prof. Dr. Yizi Shang
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- water energy food nexus
- interconnected systems
- sustainability assessment
- trade-offs and synergies
- nexus approach
