Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted The Impact of Tourist Influx on the Quality of Life of Local Resident in Saudi Arabia(Bournemouth university, 2025) Albalawi, Abeer; Hande, TurkogluThis research explores the impact of tourist influx on the quality of life (QoL) of local residents in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on the social, economic, environmental, and psychological dimensions of this relationship. The study is grounded in the context of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which positions tourism as a key driver of economic diversification and national development. While tourism offers opportunities for growth, it also raises concerns regarding social equity, environmental sustainability, and cultural transformation particularly in high- density religious tourism destinations like Mecca. The study adopts a quantitative, descriptive, and cross-sectional research design to address these gaps. Primary data will be collected via a structured electronic survey distributed to a random sample of residents from both urban and rural areas across Saudi Arabia. Secondary data from governmental and academic sources will supplement this analysis. The methodology is supported by Social Exchange Theory and the Bottom-Up Spillover Model, enabling a theoretical framework to assess the perceived benefits and costs of tourism on local populations.3 0Item Restricted Investigation into the Environmental Improvement of Passive Solar Design for Cooling (Comfort) in Residential Buildings in Saudi Arabia(Saudi Digital Library, 2025-01) Albalawi, Abeer; Grant, JohnThis dissertation investigates the environmental improvement of passive solar design for cooling residential buildings within Saudi Arabia’s unique climatic and cultural context. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating case studies and surveys, to evaluate the integration of passive solar techniques and renewable energy technologies, such as photovoltaic systems and heat pumps. Key findings reveal that hybrid systems combining passive solar design with photovoltaics can reduce energy consumption by up to 70.7%, while ground-source heat pumps achieve a 34% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to air-source systems. The study also highlights the feasibility and cultural compatibility of integrating traditional architectural elements, like Mashrabiya, with modern sustainable solutions. These results underscore the potential of passive solar design and hybrid systems to align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 sustainability goals. However, challenges such as high initial costs, limited public awareness, and expertise gaps necessitate targeted policy interventions, capacity building, and public education initiatives. This research provides valuable insights into sustainable housing practices, offering actionable recommendations for enhancing energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and advancing environmentally responsible construction in extreme climates.13 0