Interdisciplinary Environmental Review (5 papers in press)

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• An assessment of coastal erosion patterns and impacts on sea turtle nesting sites at Almond Beach, Shell Beach, in Guyana  
  by Emily Machado, Leanna Kalicharan 
  Abstract: Coastal erosion patterns and impacts on sea turtle nesting habitats for Almond Beach, Shell Beach Protected Area, Guyana were assessed from 2016 to 2024. High-resolution satellite imagery, GIS analysis, and expert interviews quantified shoreline changes and evaluated their effects on the nesting habitats for the leatherback and green sea turtles. The analysis over nine years revealed significant spatial variability of Almond beach with pronounced erosion of its eastern zone. Severe erosion rates were observed from 2021 to 2024 correlating with increased loss of sea turtle nests and need for nest relocation. The findings show as coastal erosion increases, it threatens local sea turtle nesting habitats. The study proposes targeted conservation strategies to mitigate erosion impacts and enhance the resilience of sea turtle nesting habitats. These findings highlight the urgent need for adaptive management to protect biodiversity and support the livelihoods of coastal communities in tropical coastal regions.
  Keywords: coastal erosion; sea turtle nesting; shoreline change; GIS analysis; habitat loss; conservation strategies; Shell Beach; Guyana.
  DOI: 10.1504/IER.2026.10079372
   
  
• Integration of internet of things in photovoltaic systems: a comprehensive review  
  by Ali Mehrabi, Radin Hatamsangari, Omid Ashkani 
  Abstract: This paper provides a comprehensive review of how internet of things (IoT) technologies integrates with photovoltaic (PV) systems, exploring their potential to transform sustainable energy infrastructure. It examines emerging PV technologies like perovskite solar cells (PSCs), organic photovoltaic (OPVs), and quantum dot solar cells (QDSCs) for their efficiency in powering IoT devices under various lighting conditions, supported by real-time monitoring systems using sensors and microcontrollers. The study emphasises the role of artificial intelligence (AI), edge computing, and smart grid integration in improving energy forecasting and management, with efficiency gains reaching up to 30%. Despite these advancements, issues such as material stability, cyber-security, and cost scalability remain significant barriers. The review suggests hybrid AI algorithms to cut energy losses by 25%, blockchain protocols to address cyber-security concerns, and modular edge-AI micro-grids to foster global scalability, which could reduce carbon emissions by 40%.
  Keywords: internet of things; IoT; blockchain; photovoltaic systems; energy.
  DOI: 10.1504/IER.2026.10079999
   
  
• A systematic literature review on green marketing: 2008-2024  
  by Mahasweta Saha, Sourav Ghosh, Ivan Das 
  Abstract: This study attempts to understand the green marketing practices by systematically reviewing literature on green, ecological, sustainable, and environmental marketing. A total of 71 research articles published between 2008 and 2024 have been analysed and are classified based on name, year, period, category of journals, type of study, number of authors, sampling units, research methods, techniques, and software used. South-Asian countries have published 35% of the papers with India being the highest. Around 68% of the studies have multi-industry focus, highlighting the rising importance of green marketing. Survey research is used in 24% of the studies applying SEM technique. None of the studies have systematically reviewed the papers in these emerging areas. This study provides meaningful directions for the future researchers. This study strongly supports the need for businesses to adopt sustainable strategies aligning with consumer preferences and environmental goals, thus promoting competitive advantage, and ecological balance in the marketplace.
  Keywords: green marketing; sustainable marketing; ecological marketing; literature review; structural equation modelling; SEM; confirmatory factor analysis; CFA.
  DOI: 10.1504/IER.2026.10080197
   
  
• Geospatial assessment of land cover change and its effects on land surface temperature in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria  
  by A.S. Ogbole, S.Z. Wuyep, N.H. Nimlang, G. Atai 
  Abstract: Rapid urban expansion and land-use transformation are major drivers of environmental change in rapidly growing cities across Sub-Saharan Africa. This study assesses the effect of urban expansion on land surface temperature in Jos metropolis, Nigeria. Multi-temporal Landsat imageries were analysed using geographic information system to evaluate long-term landscape transformation and associated thermal responses. The findings show that Jos metropolis saw rapid urbanisation from 1985-2025, with both high-density and low-density built-up areas growing, especially in Jos North and peri-urban Jos South, greatly displacing cultivated land and vegetation. LST rose from 20.83 ± 0.26°C in 1985 to 31.88 ± 0.41°C in 2025; bare and built-up areas recorded the highest temperatures, while water and vegetation remained cooler. The study concludes that expansion in built-up areas and a decrease in vegetation cover progressively intensify land surface temperature in the metropolis and therefore suggests promoting green infrastructure and vegetation cover.
  Keywords: Jos metropolis; land use; land cover; land surface temperature; LST; GIS and remote sensing; urban expansion; urban heat island; UHI.
  DOI: 10.1504/IER.2026.10080513
   
  
• Sustainability meets creativity: the moderating impact of age on green purchase behaviour and innovativeness  
  by Chandni Aswal, Parminder Kaur, Triveni  
  Abstract: Growing environmental issues have increased consumer awareness of the environmental impact of their purchases, leading to greater demand for eco-friendly products. To design meaningful marketing strategies, it is important for companies to understand the motivations and intentions of environmentally conscious consumers. This study examines how innovativeness, environmental concern, and environmental attitude influence green purchase intention (GPI), and explores the moderating role of age. Data from 224 respondents were analysed using PLS-SEM (SmartPLS 4). The results show that environmental attitude, environmental concern and innovativeness are significant determinants of GPI. Environmental attitude is the mediator of the relationship between environmental concern and GPI, and age is the moderator of the relationship between innovativeness and GPI. The study helps marketers segment green consumers and strengthen positive green attitudes and purchase behaviour. It also suggests governments and marketers should raise environmental awareness via education to increase environmental concern and promote green purchasing.
  Keywords: innovativeness; green purchase intention; GPI; environmental concern; environment attitude.
  DOI: 10.1504/IER.2026.10080560