Title:Urban Resilience Through Smart Eco Innovations


Authors:Vishnu Priyan B, Vimalraj M, Booma Jayapalan


Published in: Volume 3 Issue 1 Jan June 2026, Page No.351-356


Keywords:Eco-friendly building materials, Natural refrigerants, Renewable energy, E-waste management, Sodium-ion batteries, Bioplastics, Piezoelectric technologies, Geospatial factory location, Ocean waste removal


Abstract:The rapid pace of urbanization has brought forward challenges in sustainability, resource management, and environmental preservation. This research paper proposes a comprehensive framework for eco-friendly living in harmony with the ecosystem, integrating green technologies with practical urban solutions. Conventional housing materials such as cement and bricks are replaced with sustainable alternatives like hempcrete, bamboo composites, and mycelium-based bio bricks, reducing embodied carbon. For cooling and refrigeration, solid-state cooling systems and hydrocarbon-based refrigerants provide safe alternatives to harmful HFCs. Energy generation focuses solely on renewables through decentralized solar rooftops, piezoelectric tiles in public spaces, and micro-wind turbines. E-waste management is addressed by adopting circular economy models, formal recycling hubs, and producer responsibility schemes. Sodium-ion batteries emerge as promising alternatives to lithium-ion for electric vehicles, enhancing sustainability in mobility. Water security is ensured via advanced rainwater harvesting systems, smart drainage that prevents waterlogging, and treatment plants preventing pollution of natural water bodies. Plastic alternatives such as polylactic acid (PLA), seaweed-based bioplastics, and bagasse-derived materials are emphasized for their practicality in daily use. Furthermore, smart traffic management systems, geographic zoning of industries with strict waste treatment protocols, and periodic cleaning of water bodies and oceans are discussed as critical steps for safeguarding human and ecological health. Real-life innovations such as India’s “AMRUT 2.0,” Japan’s ocean-cleaning drones, and Europe’s Green Deal provide case studies for feasible implementation. Together, these innovations create a roadmap for resilient, self-sustaining, and environmentally conscious cities of the future.


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