Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Water Energy Food and Sustainability (ICoWEFS 2023)

This book presents some of the work presented at the 3rd International Conference on Water Energy Food and SustainabilityICoWEFS 2023, with topics delving into critical global themes. Encompassing four pivotal domainsWater and Circular Economy, Energy, Agrifood, and Sustainabilitythis book covers cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. Within the ambit of Water and Circular Economy, the discussions span from the sustainable management of water resources, urban and industrial water consumption, to the challenges in governance and the impact of climate change. The Energy section covers chapters on energy production, urban and industrial systems, governance challenges, and the imperative transition toward circular economies. The Agrifood domain probes into sustainable agricultural practices, harnessing smart technologies in farming, climate change's effect on food production, and innovations in food processing. Lastly, the Sustainability segment encompasses a wide array of topics including bioeconomy sustainability, cyber-physical systems, climate change impacts, and resource efficiency, underpinning the urgent need for a holistic approach to global sustainability.

Presents forefront research across Water, Energy, Agrifood, and Sustainability domains Gives perspectives for holistic solutions in resource management Addresses pressing global challenges, offering sustainable strategies for tomorrow

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Comparison of two organically produced tomato cultivars after micronutrients enrichment.- Foliar Application of ZnSO4 and ZnO on a Vitis vinifera cv. Moscatel in Portugal: Assessment of Quality Parameters.- Influence of knowledge, motivations and behaviors on consumer food waste results from a survey in Portugal.- Acceptance of insect-containing foods: a pilot study exploring the use of insects as a meat alternative.- Apple Puree Pasteurization by Pulsed Electric Fields: From Microbial Safety to Financial Viability Assessment.- Bibliometric analysis of sustainable indicators in agribusiness.- Introduction of macroalgae in human food: a matter of sustainability.- Satellite Dataset Visual Analysis for Remote Soil Nutrient Estimation.- Agronomic benefits of biochar application in sandy soils.- Effect of high-pressure processing combined with propolis extract on the quality and microbiological safety of apple puree.