HYDROPONICS FOR URBAN SUSTAINABILITY

Authors

  • Dr. B. Saritha Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, Teynampet, Chennai, India Author
  • Sabreen Fathima III B. Sc. Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology, Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, Teynampet, Chennai, India Author
  • Mohsina Sultana III B. Sc. Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology, Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, Teynampet, Chennai, India Author
  • Nasifa Banu III B. Sc. Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology, Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, Teynampet, Chennai, India Author
  • Nasrin Banu III B. Sc. Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology, Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, Teynampet, Chennai, India Author
  • Sumaiya S. III B.sc. Plant Biology And Plant Biotechnology, Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for women, Teynampet, Chennai – 18, India Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/SARPS.v2.i1.2026.13

Keywords:

Hydroponics, Urban sustainability, Spinach, Gongura, Radish, Soilless cultivation

Abstract

This study examines the potential of hydroponics in promoting urban sustainability through a case study of a hydroponics farm in [city/region]. Hydroponics, a soilless cultivation method, offers a promising solution to urban food security, environmental degradation and resource scarcity. 
Our result shows that hydroponics can increase crop yield by up to 30% while reducing  water consumptions by up to 90%  compared to traditional farming. 
The system’s environmental impact was assessed through life cycle analysis revealing a significant reduction in carbon footprint and land use. However, high initial investment and energy costs remain barriers to adoption. We propose implementation strategies , including government incentives, public-private partnership, and community-led initiatives, to overcome these challenges. 
This study demonstrates hydroponics potential in enhancing urban sustainability  and provides insights for policymakers, urban planners and researchers.

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Published

2026-04-04

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Volume 2 Issue 1 January-June 2026 Edition

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