Waste technology for emerging economies / edited by T.C. Bamunuarachchige, Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University, Sri Lanka, H.K.S. de Zoysa, Department of Bioprocess Technology, Faculty of Technology, Rajarata University, Sri Lanka.

Other author Bamunuarachchige, T.C.
Other author Zoysa, H. K .S. de.
Format Electronic
EditionFirst edition.
Publication InfoBoca Raton : CRC Press, 2023.
Descriptionpages cm.
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Subjects

SeriesUrbanization, industrialization, and the environment
Abstract "This unique volume covers many aspects of waste management in developing countries. There is a focus on various sources of waste including the pressing issues of agricultural, medicinal, industrial and urban waste, and emerging problems with e-waste, nano waste and microplastics in marine environments. This volume addresses current critical environmental issues resulting from rapid urbanization and industrialization, particularly in the developing world. High-end technologies that can utilize waste as a resource to generate products, processes and revenue are also discussed. Presents technical perspectives on emerging wastes in developing economies. Discusses the issues of e-waste which is growing three times faster than general municipal waste globally. Covers the spectrum of nanowaste to upcycling in the market. Discusses management of marine plastic debris and microplastics. Diverse audience including those in solid waste management, electrical and electronic technology, and the medical industry"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2022032009
ISBN9780367655112 (hb)
ISBN9780367676889 (pb)
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