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Developing a Comprehensive Model for Sustainable Contaminated Site Redevelopment
C Mahammedi1, M K S Al-Mhdawi2, Abroon Qazi3
1School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies, Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK. c.mahammedi@tees.ac.uk.
Environmental Management
|August 7, 2026
Summary
This study introduces a new model for contaminated site redevelopment, integrating barriers and drivers for sustainable urban development. The model aids stakeholders in decision-making and collaboration for revitalizing underutilized land.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Urban Planning
- Sustainable Development
Background:
- Contaminated site redevelopment offers sustainable urban growth but faces complex barriers and drivers.
- Current approaches often address these factors in isolation, lacking a holistic framework.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a comprehensive model for effective contaminated site redevelopment.
- To systematically identify, prioritise barriers, and leverage drivers for successful site reuse.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and expert consultations to identify key factors.
- Surveys with 36 experts, statistical analysis (Kendall's W, Kruskal-Wallis H), and Voting Analytic Hierarchy Process (VAHP) for factor prioritisation.
Main Results:
- A structured model for identifying and prioritising barriers and drivers in contaminated site redevelopment.
- The model integrates regulatory, financial, and socio-economic dimensions for actionable insights.
Conclusions:
- The developed model provides a practical roadmap for policymakers, developers, and planners.
- Facilitates informed decision-making, enhances collaboration, and unlocks potential of underutilised sites for environmental and socio-economic benefits.
Keywords:
Contaminated siteDecision-making modelStakeholder collaborationSustainable urban developmentVAHPMore Related Videos
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