Sustainable Practices in Development: Agriculture, Energy, Water, and Urban Systems
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cl-ch-dv-04
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About the Article
This article examines sustainable practices across agriculture, energy, water management, and urban planning as essential foundations for climate mitigation and adaptation in developing and rapidly urbanizing regions. It highlights how conservation agriculture, agroforestry, renewable energy systems, water resource management, and green urban design strengthen resilience while advancing social and economic development. Case studies from Zambia, Bangladesh, Nepal, South Africa, and Singapore illustrate the potential of locally adapted solutions. The article emphasizes the critical role of education, civil society, and community engagement in embedding sustainability into daily life. It argues that systemic transformation requires both technological innovation and cultural change, driven by collaboration between governments, NGOs, schools, and grassroots initiatives.
Key Topics
- Conservation agriculture and agroforestry
- Renewable energy solutions
- Sustainable water management
- Green urban planning and infrastructure
- Environmental education and awareness
- Role of NGOs and civil society
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Sustainable Practices in Development: Agriculture, Energy, Water, and Urban Systems. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-cl-ch-dv-04
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