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Dr. Ahmed Hassan
Ministry of education Kuwait

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Published: 01 July 2021
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Flash flooding is one of the most devastating natural events that leads to enormous and recurring loss of life. Kuwait was subjected to severe rainstorms in the winter of 2018 and 2020 followed by an extreme violent flood that had not been known in Kuwait since 1976. It resulted in several geomorphological and environmental impacts in urban and desert areas. This produced some positive results, such as geomorphological activity in landforms, the flow of some valleys and the prosperity of wildlife in the Kuwaiti desert. Negative results included some problems in the metropolitan area and destruction of some road networks that intersect the main valleys, and which were not equipped with crossings for avoiding floods. There was also the emergence of some problems in the infrastructure. Study of flash floods requires the involvement of all scientific and executive bodies to avoid environmental risk. The study aims to: 1- Monitor geomorphological and environmental changes. 2- Assess the impact of floods in the urban areas and on infrastructure. 3- Modeling the impact. 4- Creating solutions and adaptions to the flash flood. The study uses several methods such as remote sensing (RS), geographic information systems (GIS), hydrologic modeling and fieldwork to evaluate the impact of flash flood hazards on the sustainable urban development of Kuwait state. This approach is rarely used in Kuwait. We propose a novel method that could help decision-makers and planners in determining inundated flood zones before planning future urban developments in Kuwait, and help them to manage flood water, by identifying the most appropriate places for storage to exploit water in agriculture and drinking.

ACS Style

Ahmed Hassan; Jasem A Albanai; Andrew Goudie. Modeling and Managing Flash Flood Hazards in the State of Kuwait. 2021, 1 .

AMA Style

Ahmed Hassan, Jasem A Albanai, Andrew Goudie. Modeling and Managing Flash Flood Hazards in the State of Kuwait. . 2021; ():1.

Chicago/Turabian Style

Ahmed Hassan; Jasem A Albanai; Andrew Goudie. 2021. "Modeling and Managing Flash Flood Hazards in the State of Kuwait." , no. : 1.

Preprint
Published: 23 March 2021
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Choosing the optimal location for a city based on sound environmental geomorphology planning is of the utmost importance to achieving environmental sustainability, as it can spare the State and other decision-making entities a great deal of stress in the long run. GIS offers great potential for environmental planners to choose the most appropriate places for the cities of the future, especially when coupled with environmental geomorphological analyses. The State of Kuwait seeks sustainable development through the implementation of clear and specific urban plans, some of which suffer from a severe lack of geomorphological and spatially based environmental planning. This study aims to: 1) Conduct suitability modelling for establishing new cities in Kuwait, 2) Assess the current 2005-2030 urban plan, and 3) Propose possible recommendations and solutions for potential urban problems. The study relies on integrating several methods to devise a framework that will aid researchers and decision-makers in selecting optimal locations for built structures based on analysis and modelling (e.g., digital elevation model, geologic mapping, geomorphology, natural hazards, heritage/archaeological sites, military areas, oil fields, soils). Using this methodology in choosing city sites contributes to achieving sustainable development, reducing city problems, saving countries’ budgets, and saving lives. Results from this study enhance understanding of how environmental geomorphology, when combined with GIS, can be harnessed to achieve sustainable urban development in the Arabian Gulf countries and other desert countries.

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Ahmed Hassan; Maha Alfaraj; Mahmoud Fayad; Casey D Allen. Optimizing Site Selection of New Cities in the Desert Using Environmental Geomorphology and GIS: A Case Study of Kuwait. 2021, 1 .

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Ahmed Hassan, Maha Alfaraj, Mahmoud Fayad, Casey D Allen. Optimizing Site Selection of New Cities in the Desert Using Environmental Geomorphology and GIS: A Case Study of Kuwait. . 2021; ():1.

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Ahmed Hassan; Maha Alfaraj; Mahmoud Fayad; Casey D Allen. 2021. "Optimizing Site Selection of New Cities in the Desert Using Environmental Geomorphology and GIS: A Case Study of Kuwait." , no. : 1.

Preprint
Published: 05 February 2021
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The State of Kuwait seeks sustainable development through implementation of clear and specific urban plans, some of which suffer from a severe lack of geomorphological and spatially-based environmental planning, such as the use of geographic information systems (GIS). Choosing the optimal location for a city based on sound environmental planning is of the utmost importance to achieving environmental sustainability, as it can spare the State and other decision-making entities a great deal of stress in the long run. GIS, in particular, offers great potential for the environmental planner and decision-maker to choose the most appropriate places for the cities of the future, especially when coupled with geomorphological analyses. To achieve the Vision of Kuwait 2035, one of the State’s planning objectives focuses on Urban Planning for the Establishment of Environmental Cities that Achieve (UPEECA) environmental sustainability criteria. To gain a more holistic analysis related to the Vision, this study aims to: 1) Conduct suitability modelling for establishing new cities in Kuwait, 2) Assess the current 2005-2030 urban plan, and 3) Propose possible recommendations and solutions for potential urban problems. The study relies on integrating several methods to devise a framework that will aid researchers and decision-makers in selecting optimal locations for built structures based on analysis and modelling (e.g., digital elevation model, geologic mapping, geomorphology, natural hazards, heritage/archaeological sites, military areas, oil fields, soils)

ACS Style

Ahmed Hassan; Maha Alfaraj; Mahmoud Fayad; Casey D Allen. A GIS-Based Framework for Optimizing Site Selection of New Cities in the State of Kuwait: A Study in Environmental Geomorphology. 2021, 1 .

AMA Style

Ahmed Hassan, Maha Alfaraj, Mahmoud Fayad, Casey D Allen. A GIS-Based Framework for Optimizing Site Selection of New Cities in the State of Kuwait: A Study in Environmental Geomorphology. . 2021; ():1.

Chicago/Turabian Style

Ahmed Hassan; Maha Alfaraj; Mahmoud Fayad; Casey D Allen. 2021. "A GIS-Based Framework for Optimizing Site Selection of New Cities in the State of Kuwait: A Study in Environmental Geomorphology." , no. : 1.

Journal article
Published: 10 December 2020 in The Egyptian Journal of Remote Sensing and Space Science
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Renewable energy sources are most preferable compared to fossil fuels as they are usually free, widely available with limited or no environmental impacts. Seeking for clean energy is essential for Kuwait and other Gulf states in order to: ensure more diversified energy portfolio for their domestic economies, shift towards green economies and attain sustainable development. This study aims to provide a GIS-based model for multi-criteria suitability analysis that can be employed in identifying the potential sites for photovoltaic power plants. The proposed model assisted in integrating a number of criteria relevant indicators that reflect the suitability of various parts of Kuwait for siting photovoltaic power plant. Accordingly, the potential sites for solar energy plants in Kuwait were delineated. The potential electric power that can be generated from these more suitable sites was also evaluated.

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Mahmoud A. Hassaan; Ahmed Hassan; Hassan Al-Dashti. GIS-based suitability analysis for siting solar power plants in Kuwait. The Egyptian Journal of Remote Sensing and Space Science 2020, 1 .

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Mahmoud A. Hassaan, Ahmed Hassan, Hassan Al-Dashti. GIS-based suitability analysis for siting solar power plants in Kuwait. The Egyptian Journal of Remote Sensing and Space Science. 2020; ():1.

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Mahmoud A. Hassaan; Ahmed Hassan; Hassan Al-Dashti. 2020. "GIS-based suitability analysis for siting solar power plants in Kuwait." The Egyptian Journal of Remote Sensing and Space Science , no. : 1.

Original paper
Published: 24 October 2020 in Arabian Journal of Geosciences
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Sea level rise (SLR) is one of the most severe risks threatening coastal zones all over the world. In Kuwait, coastal areas accommodate about 90% of the total population and most of the urban area. Thus, SLR is expected to have significant impacts on Kuwaiti coastal areas, which may lead to changes in their ecosystems and the geomorphological units in the coastal area. This paper aims to assess the impacts of SLR on the geomorphology of the Kuwaiti coastline under two different scenarios of SLR: an integrated analysis model involving a variety of methods and a composite vulnerability index integrating five criteria. The results revealed that about 58% of the total coastal area is susceptible to inundation under 1- and 2-m SLR scenario, whereas 8.3% of Kuwaiti coastal areas have moderate to high vulnerability levels. Moreover, it was found that SLR may have significant implications for some Kuwaiti coastal areas including expanding sabkhas areas, shoreline retreat, changing coastal hydrodynamics, and erosion patterns and accelerated weathering process. To avoid such potential impacts, it is essential to develop a national strategy for adaptation to SLR impact and mainstreaming adaptation into development plans.

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Ahmed Hassan; Mahmoud A. Hassaan. Potential impact of sea level rise on the geomorphology of Kuwait state coastline. Arabian Journal of Geosciences 2020, 13, 1 -16.

AMA Style

Ahmed Hassan, Mahmoud A. Hassaan. Potential impact of sea level rise on the geomorphology of Kuwait state coastline. Arabian Journal of Geosciences. 2020; 13 (21):1-16.

Chicago/Turabian Style

Ahmed Hassan; Mahmoud A. Hassaan. 2020. "Potential impact of sea level rise on the geomorphology of Kuwait state coastline." Arabian Journal of Geosciences 13, no. 21: 1-16.

Journal article
Published: 01 September 2020 in Sustainability
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Failaka Island, located in the far east of Kuwait Bay about 20 km from the State of Kuwait’s coast, represents a focal point for regional geography and history, including natural wonders and archaeological sites dating to the Bronze, Iron, Hellenistic, Christian and Islamic periods. According to environmental data and in coordination with local authorities to develop an urban plan, the island is set to become the first tourist destination for the State of Kuwait. To achieve the Vision of Kuwait 2035, one of the planning objectives centers on Urban Planning for the Establishment of Environmental Cities that Achieve (UPEECA) environmental sustainability criteria. The article then, aims to propose the environmental urban plan for Failaka Island. Based around Environmental Analytical Hierarchical Processes (EAHP) and using the Field Calculator and ModelBuilder functions in ArcGIS, this research centers on the feasibility of carrying out an urban plan using suitability modeling that incorporates 4 factors and 13 criteria covering the island’s ecological and human composition. This study utilizes both remote sensing (Unmanned aerial vehicles UAVs for 3D imaging) and field study (ground truthing) to identify changes in land use and land cover—such as using sample analysis of the historical sites and soils for tracing evidence and creating/updating a soil map—and create the first geographic information systems (GIS) database for the island that can lead capable of generating a suitability model.

ACS Style

Ahmed Hassan; Muhammad G Almatar; Magdy Torab; Casey Allen. Environmental Urban Plan for Failaka Island, Kuwait: A Study in Urban Geomorphology. Sustainability 2020, 12, 7125 .

AMA Style

Ahmed Hassan, Muhammad G Almatar, Magdy Torab, Casey Allen. Environmental Urban Plan for Failaka Island, Kuwait: A Study in Urban Geomorphology. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (17):7125.

Chicago/Turabian Style

Ahmed Hassan; Muhammad G Almatar; Magdy Torab; Casey Allen. 2020. "Environmental Urban Plan for Failaka Island, Kuwait: A Study in Urban Geomorphology." Sustainability 12, no. 17: 7125.

Preprint
Published: 11 August 2020
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Failaka Island is located 20 kilometers east of the Kuwait mainland. The island includes archaeological sites dating back to the Bronze, Hellenistic, Christian, and Islamic ages. To develop the island as a tourist attraction the state is pursuing a new urban plan based on the island's environmental potential. This study is the basis of the urban plan depends on environmental criteria from the view of Geoarchaeology. The study analysis the land-use and land-cover changes of Failaka Island between 1958- 2018. It provides a topographic survey of the island's coastline and a classification of its geomorphological features and a state of the art identification of its archaeological sites by using a drone to make a terrain model. The study used a medium to high-resolution image analysis of the land-use and land-cover changes: WorldView2-50cm 2010 and 2018; Landsat 8; aerial photography; Drone images and a digital elevation model (DEM), to analysis the expected sea level changes by the end of this century. This study also created a geodatabase of the island that can be adapted for future studies. The results emphasize the importance of preserving the historical and ecological features of the island while developing its infrastructure.

ACS Style

Ahmed Hassan; Muhammad G Almatar; Hassan Ashkanani. Investigating Land-Use and Land-Cover Changes of Failaka Island: A Study in Geography and Geoarchaeology. 2020, 1 .

AMA Style

Ahmed Hassan, Muhammad G Almatar, Hassan Ashkanani. Investigating Land-Use and Land-Cover Changes of Failaka Island: A Study in Geography and Geoarchaeology. . 2020; ():1.

Chicago/Turabian Style

Ahmed Hassan; Muhammad G Almatar; Hassan Ashkanani. 2020. "Investigating Land-Use and Land-Cover Changes of Failaka Island: A Study in Geography and Geoarchaeology." , no. : 1.

Preprint
Published: 05 August 2020
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Failaka Island, located in the far east of Kuwait Bay, is about 20 km from the State of Kuwait’s coast, and represents a focal point for regional geography and history, with pristine beaches and archaeological sites dating to the Bronze, Iron, Hellenistic, Christian and Islamic periods. According to environmental data and in coordination with local authorities to develop an urban plan, the island is set to become the first tourist destination for the State of Kuwait. To achieve the Vision of Kuwait 2035, one of the planning objectives focuses around Urban Planning for the Establishment of Environmental Cities that Achieve (UPEECA) environmental sustainability criteria. The paper then, aims to propose the environmental urban plan for Failaka Island. Based around Environmental Analytical Hierarchical Processes (EAHP), and using the Field Calculator and ModelBuilder functions in ArcGIS, this research centres on the feasibility of carrying out an urban plan using suitability modelling that includes four factors and 13 criteria covering the island’s ecological and human composition. This study utilizes both remote sensing (UAVs for 3D imaging) and field study (ground truthing) to identify changes in land use and land cover – such as using sample analysis of the historical sites and soils for tracing evidence and creating/updating a soil map – and create the first GIS database for the island that can lead to generating a suitability model.

ACS Style

Ahmed Hassan; Muhammad G Almatar; Magdy Torab; Casey D Allen. Environmental Urban Plan for Failaka Island, Kuwait: A Study in Urban Geomorphology. 2020, 1 .

AMA Style

Ahmed Hassan, Muhammad G Almatar, Magdy Torab, Casey D Allen. Environmental Urban Plan for Failaka Island, Kuwait: A Study in Urban Geomorphology. . 2020; ():1.

Chicago/Turabian Style

Ahmed Hassan; Muhammad G Almatar; Magdy Torab; Casey D Allen. 2020. "Environmental Urban Plan for Failaka Island, Kuwait: A Study in Urban Geomorphology." , no. : 1.