Integrated Planning for Sustainable Resilient Regions - Chapter 10: Innovative infrastructure for sustainable regional connectivity

Elsevier, Integrated Planning for Sustainable Resilient Regions, 2025, Pages 165-172
Authors: 
A.E., Eid, Abdallah Elsayed, G., Hayder, Gasim

Innovative infrastructure is a key to building sustainable regional connections in today's fast-changing world. This study examines how combining modern infrastructure solutions with sustainability practices can improve connectivity while protecting the environment. By analyzing a variety of research, the study identifies strategies to create infrastructure that fosters regional integration, reduces ecological damage, and drives economic growth. The findings show that using innovative and sustainable approaches leads to more efficient systems, lower carbon footprints, and stronger, more resilient regional networks. Using a narrative review method, the research narrowed its focus to 29 carefully selected studies, offering insights into how innovation and sustainability are essential for successful regional connectivity.