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Books in Environmental technology policy and management

This collection explores innovations in environmental technology, policy frameworks, and sustainable management practices. Supporting policymakers, engineers, and environmental managers, it offers insights into implementing effective solutions for pollution reduction, resource efficiency, and environmental governance, promoting responsible development aligned with global sustainability goals.

  • Net ZERO

    Sectoral Pathways, Corporate Action and Social Impact
    • 1st Edition
    • Farooq Sher
    • English
    Net ZERO: Sectoral Pathways, Corporate Action and Social Impact examines the policy, social, and economic frameworks driving net-zero transitions. The book explores integrated strategies in the circular economy, waste and water management, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity preservation, and low-carbon development. It highlights cutting-edge approaches in governance, corporate responsibility, and community engagement, with case studies that illustrate how collaborative innovation and ethical leadership can translate global climate commitments into practice. By addressing both technological solutions and equity-driven models, the volume provides a timely roadmap for aligning sustainability goals with resilience and justice.Designed for policymakers, business leaders, sustainability professionals, and academic researchers, this reference equips readers with evidence-based insights and practical tools for climate action. Graduate and postgraduate students in environmental sciences and policy will benefit from its structured coverage of governance frameworks and applied strategies. The book offers a vital contribution to advancing sustainable development and achieving equitable, long-term decarbonization outcomes.
  • Hazardous, Industrial, and Biological Waste Management

    Technologies, Treatments, and Sustainable Solutions
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhao Youcai + 1 more
    • English
    Hazardous, Industrial, and Biological Waste Management: Technologies, Treatments, and Sustainable Solutions provides a comprehensive overview of the treatment and sustainable management of hazardous, industrial, electronic, and biological wastes, addressing one of the most pressing environmental and public health challenges of our time. With chapters authored by leading experts, it covers the entire spectrum of waste streams- from hazardous materials and healthcare waste to e-waste and sewage sludge, offering practical and research-based insights into prevention, treatment, and resource recovery. The book explores innovative approaches such as detoxification and pretreatment methods, recycling and reuse pathways, advanced thermal processes, secure landfill strategies, and cutting-edge biological conversions. Special focus is given to emerging technologies, including thermodynamics of COâ‚‚ bioelectroconversion and the circular economy implications of e-waste recycling.
  • Advances in Waste Plastic Recycling and Upcycling

    • 1st Edition
    • Roger Ruan + 2 more
    • English
    Advances in Waste Plastic Recycling and Upcycling discusses recent developments in the mechanical and chemical recycling of waste plastics for the production of fuels, chemicals, and materials. The plastic chemistry and status of plastic recycling is introduced, and the book addresses optimization and upgrading procedures that aim to improve the quality and the environmental impact of plastic conversion as well as the techno-economic, lifecycle assessment, and social impacts of chemical recycling. In addition, the book covers how to effectively manage and recycle global waste plastics and various plastic pathways.
  • Green Revolution

    Non-Traditional Approaches to Waste Management and Resource Utilization
    • 1st Edition
    • Marcello Locatelli + 2 more
    • English
    Green Revolution: Non-Traditional Approaches to Waste Management and Resource Utilization offers strategies for waste management through detailed discussions on innovative methods and diverse applications of waste-derived materials. By promoting recycling and innovative resource utilization, this book will empower readers to contribute to a sustainable and circular economy. It delves into the environmental importance of converting waste, while also highlighting various materials like carbon quantum dots, carbon nanotubes, and metal organic frameworks.
  • Tenable Engineering for a Sustainable Future

    Integrating SDGs and Natural Resource Utilization
    • 1st Edition
    • David S-K. Ting + 1 more
    • English
    Tenable Engineering for a Sustainable Future: Integrating SDGs and Natural Resource Utilization offers a comprehensive exploration of sustainable resource management. It delves into how natural resources can help achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This book highlights innovative ideas and technologies to encourage sustainable development and responsible resource utilization. To offer innovative solutions, each chapter will include experts from diverse disciplines as they examine eco-friendly practices across various global regions.
  • Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) as Environmental Contaminants

    Materials and Technologies for Advancements in Water and Soil Remediation
    • 1st Edition
    • Dimitrios A Giannakoudakis + 1 more
    • English
    Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) as Environmental Contaminants: Materials and Technologies for Advancements in Water and Soil Remediation offers a comprehensive examination of the challenges posed by PFAS contamination and the innovative solutions available for remediation. The book delves into the chemical properties, toxicity mechanisms, and environmental persistence of PFAS while also exploring advanced remediation technologies such as adsorption, chemical oxidation, and phytoremediation. By consolidating current knowledge and showcasing new approaches, this comprehensive resource equips readers with the tools necessary to address PFAS contamination and effectively advance research and practice in environmental health and safety.In addition, users will find updates on emerging materials like Metal-Organic Frameworks and activated carbons that enhance remediation efforts, providing practical insights and case studies throughout.
  • Effects, Assessments, and Optimizations of Water Resources under Climate Change

    Approaches and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Chunhui Li + 1 more
    • English
    Effects, Assessments, and Optimizations of Water Resources under Climate Change: Approaches and Applications presents a systematic exploration of how climate change is reshaping the global water resources. From assessing the impacts of temperature and precipitation extremes to addressing the spatial variability in water stress, the book offers innovative methods and solutions for sustainable water management. The chapters focus on the use of advanced hydrological models, ecological footprint methods, and optimization approaches to manage water resources efficiently under climate change scenarios. Additionally, it includes comprehensive case studies that demonstrate the practical application of these methods in real-world water management, providing readers with actionable insights and strategies for planning water resources under climate change. This is a necessary guide for students and researchers, as well as for policymakers, and water resource managers seeking practical and scientific strategies for securing water resources in the face of climate uncertainty.
  • Technologies for Soil and Water Pollution Remediation

    • 1st Edition
    • Sivakumar Utandhi + 3 more
    • English
    Technologies for Soil and Water Pollution Remediation explores advanced microbial methods and practical solutions for effectively addressing soil and water contamination. The book addresses critical issues in soil and water pollution while outlining the pressing environmental challenges associated with soil and water contamination, emphasizing the urgent need for effective remediation strategies. Sections highlight the identification and classification of contaminants, their sources, and impacts on ecosystems and human health. Key methodologies discussed include advanced bioremediation techniques, phytoremediation, and emerging technologies such as microbial electrogenesis and photocatalytic treatments.
  • From Waste to Energy

    Case Studies of Green Technology Implementation
    • 1st Edition
    • Sergio Nogales Delgado + 1 more
    • English
    From Waste to Energy: Case Studies of Green Technology Implementation offers a detailed exploration of green energy implementation through real-world case studies from around the globe and across various sectors. Emphasizing the transformational impact of practical green technology applications, the book discusses dynamic solutions for converting waste into energy through waste-to-energy projects. In addition, it explores how different countries cooperate to utilize waste-to-energy processes, from waste management to developing international cooperation. Sections address both the economic and practical challenges associated with these technologies, providing a comprehensive assessment needed to evaluate the sustainability of such practices.The book begins with an introduction to waste valorization and explores the various processes and managements of converting waste materials produced by industrial activities into valuable products or energy. Notably, it explores the transformation of agrowaste into biochar, which not only provides a sustainable method of waste management but also acts as a negative carbon technology, significantly contributing to climate change mitigation. In addition to exploring different methods for energy conversion, the book also provides a global perspective through case studies from different countries and regions of the world.
  • Integrative Sensing Strategies for Disaster Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Danlin Yu + 1 more
    • English
    Integrative Sensing Strategies for Disaster Management explores the synergy between airborne remote sensing and social data in addressing disaster management. The book provides a framework for leveraging diverse data sources to enhance response and resilience. Detailed chapters cover the fundamentals of remote sensing, data integration techniques, and ethical implications, showcasing practical case studies in urban flooding, air quality monitoring, and pandemic evaluation. The book is an essential resource for postgraduates, PhD students, researchers, and professors in Earth observation and disaster management.Users will find this book to be a great resource for advancing their understanding of integrated sensing technologies, including current challenges and emerging trends, and tactics on how to implement innovative solutions.