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A Comprehensive Framework for Assessing the Sustainability of Public Schools in Conflict Areas

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  • Aya Baba

    (Civil Engineering and Geo-Environment Laboratory (LGCgE), Lille University, 59000 Lille, France)

  • Isam Shahrour

    (Civil Engineering and Geo-Environment Laboratory (LGCgE), Lille University, 59000 Lille, France)

  • Mutasim Baba

    (Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, An-Najah National University, Nablus P400, Palestine)

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive sustainability framework tailored to schools in conflict areas, which suffer from weaknesses in education infrastructures and services. The primary objective is to assess the sustainability of public schools in these areas, focusing on the West Bank of Palestine. Concerning international assessment tools, which often prioritize the environmental aspect over social and economic considerations, this study offers a comprehensive collection of indicators addressing the environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainability in public schools. The research methodology integrates insights from the literature review, the Palestinian context, and experts’ opinions, which were collected through questionnaires. The Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) method is used to determine the weights of the indicators. Applying this methodology to 54 Palestinian public schools revealed a low level of sustainability. Improvement recommendations include implementing green building principles, promoting social inclusion, and collaborating with local organizations to enhance economic conditions. This study provides a foundation for future research endeavors by presenting a robust framework for assessing sustainability in public schools in the Palestinian Territories.

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  • Aya Baba & Isam Shahrour & Mutasim Baba, 2024. "A Comprehensive Framework for Assessing the Sustainability of Public Schools in Conflict Areas," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(16), pages 1-19, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:16:y:2024:i:16:p:6830-:d:1453065
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