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The Arab region is a focus of world politics, with authoritarian regimes, significant fossil fuel reserves and histories of colonialism and imperialism. It is also the site of potentially immense green energy resources. The writers in this collection explore a region ripe for energy transition, but held back by resource-grabbing and (neo)colonial agendas. They show the importance of fighting for a just energy transition and climate justice - exposing policies and practices that protect global and local political elites, multinational corporations and military regimes. Covering a wide range of countries from Morocco, Western Sahara, Algeria and Tunisia to Egypt, Sudan, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Palestine, this book challenges Eurocentrism and highlights instead a class-conscious approach to climate justice that is necessary for our survival.

"Buying and selling life-supporting assets at a dizzying pace, the crux of the asset manager business model is not long-term investment and careful custodianship but the pursuit of quick profits for themselves and their investors. In asset manager society, the natural and built environments that sustain us become one more vehicle for siphoning money from the many to the few"--

Cover -- Half Title -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Table of Contents -- List of Figures -- List of Tables -- List of Contributors -- Introduction -- Rationale for Handbook -- Handbook volumes -- Themes and objectives -- Structure -- Emphasis areas -- Reference -- Part I: Supply-side trends -- 1.1: Supply-side trends: Transportation -- Chapter 1: High-speed rail growth -- Introduction -- Major trends and issues -- Stakeholder interests and involvement -- Future trends -- Opportunities and challenges with these trends and issues -- Catalysts, stakeholders, business and policy implications -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 2: New aircraft and airports -- Introduction -- Airlines and safety measures for COVID-19 -- The passenger experience -- Environmental sustainability and the new aircraft era -- The digital age of airports -- Airport aeronautical and non-aeronautical revenue streams -- Airport sustainability practices -- Conclusions -- References -- Chapter 3: Cruise lines: Market growth and diversification -- Introduction -- Overview: Cruise industry growth and diversification -- Issues -- Economic and social impact -- Environmental impact -- Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4: Cruises: Environmental impacts and policy -- Introduction -- History, structure, and stakeholders -- Environmental impacts -- Abatement and regulation possibilities -- Summary and conclusion -- References -- 1.2: Supply-side trends: Attractions, culture, and heritage tourism -- Chapter 5: A scenario planning approach to safety in visitor attractions -- Introduction -- Definition and scope of visitor attractions -- Safety and its role in visitor attractions -- Scenario planning and implications for visitor attractions -- A scenario planning framework for safety in visitor attractions -- References.

Chapter 1: Post-Soviet Women: New Challenges and Ways to Empowerment - Introduction -- Part I: Women's positions in the Post-Soviet Societies -- Chapter 2: From defending women's rights in the "whole world" to silence about Russia's predatory war? The (geo)politics of the Eurasian Women's Forums in the context of "traditional values" -- Chapter 3: Debates around domestic violence prevention law in Russia - pro and contra -- Chapter 4: The Private Remains Non-Political: Gender Equality in a Non-Western Context: The Example of Armenia -- Chapter 5: General Trends in Gender Inequality in Post –Soviet Central Asia -- Chapter 6: Women's rights in Central Asian countries in the grip of retraditionalization and neoliberal capitalism -- Chapter 7: Why was there no FEMEN in the Baltic states? Some preliminary observations Matthew Kott -- Part II: Negotiating Women's Roles -- Chapter 8: Being a Woman and Russian National Identity: Discourses and Representations through the Lenses of Russian Conservative and Nationalist Organizations -- Chapter 9: Female parliamentarians in Armenia: from traditional theme-takers to the new theme-givers -- Chapter 10: Valkyries & Madonnas: Constructing femininity during the Russo-Ukrainian War -- Chapter 11: Women cultivating love in the Belarusian countryside -- Part III: Women's Agency, New Movements and Activisms -- Chapter 12: They beat us, we fly.' Indigenous Activism among Women in the Russian North -- Chapter 13: Women's Activism in Ukraine: Artistic Method in Early Civic Documentations of the Ukraine-Russia War -- Chapter 14: Generations of Feminist Translations: Connecting Russophone Academic and Activist Feminist Translation Debates across the 2000s and 2010s -- Chapter 15: Balancing between global trends: what happens with women empowerment in Azerbaijan?. Chapter 16: Women's Responses to the Conservative Wave in Russian Social Policy.

Religious and Identity Conversions to Islam: A Transatlantic Study of Spaniards and US latinos examines how two groups with historical, cultural, and linguistic commonalities redefine their new religious identity and make sense of their conversion to Islam, not only as national groups but also, as Hispanos. In short, converts examine how history, culture, and language are utilized to make sense of their new religious identity and to legitimize their religious choices. History is then examined, one that is rooted in pre-colonized Spain, and not in colonizing Spain; culture is transformed by adopting new practices and omitting others; and language is strategized to redefine the new religious identity , which is carried out through loanwords, code-switching, transferences and other linguistic strategies. In short, this book represents the first transatlantic study of conversions to Islam among Spaniards and US latinos through the study of history, culture and language.

"Rapid urbanization poses significant challenges for cities worldwide, demanding sustainable development solutions. However, traditional city management approaches often struggle to address the complex interplay of economic growth, technology, and environmental considerations. The lack of comprehensive guidance and practical strategies hinders the establishment of smart and sustainable cities, putting long-term urban sustainability and the well-being of present and future generations at risk.Management, Technology, and Economic Growth in Smart and Sustainable Cities provides a timely and essential solution to the intricate challenges faced by urban areas. Edited by renowned academic scholar Jorge Ruiz Vanoye, this book features practical contributions from experts across diverse fields. By leveraging mathematical modeling, artificial intelligence, and advanced technologies, it offers tangible strategies and insights for the optimal management of smart and sustainable cities. Ideal for professionals, researchers, and executives involved in smart and sustainable city development, this book covers key topics such as smart governance, energy, healthcare, transportation, education, farming, industry, environment, and society. It equips readers with practical guidance and innovative solutions, empowering them to navigate the complexities of modern urban management, drive efficient resource utilization, enhance the quality of life, and foster sustainable economic growth."--