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 |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication Info | Boca Raton : CRC Press, 2023. |
| Description | pages cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Taylor & Francis eBooks |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Subjects |
| Series | Urbanization, 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 note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2022032009 |
| ISBN | 9780367655112 (hb) |
| ISBN | 9780367676889 (pb) |
| ISBN | (ebk) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | ✔ Available |