Tunneling and Underground Engineering: A Sustainability Perspective
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 9
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to address the pressing need for sustainable practices in Tunneling and Underground Engineering, a field that has seen significant growth in recent decades due to its role in supporting urbanization, transportation infrastructure, and energy development. With the increasing recognition of environmental, social, and economic challenges posed by traditional construction methods, a sustainability perspective in tunneling and underground engineering has become imperative. This issue brings together cutting-edge research and reviews that explore innovative strategies, technologies, and policies aimed at reducing the environmental footprint, enhancing social well-being, and promoting the economic viability of tunneling and underground projects. It contributes to the broader literature by providing a comprehensive view of the latest advancements and challenges in this critical research area.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Sustainable tunnel design;
- Tunnel construction methods;
- Geotechnical challenges and solutions for sustainable tunnelling;
- Life cycle assessment of tunnel projects;
- Innovative materials for support structures;
- Resilience and disaster mitigation in tunnel infrastructure.
I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Xiangyu WangGuest Editor
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Keywords
- underground engineering
- tunnel support
- geotechnical sustainability
- green tunnel design
- renewable energy integration
- sustainable development
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