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  • 101
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    Cham :Springer International Publishing :
    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. GIS-based Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis for Identifying Rainwater Harvesting Structures Sites in a Semi-Arid River Basin -- Chapter2. Hydrochemical Investigation and Water Quality Mapping in and around Pallikarnai Marsh Land Area in Chennai, India -- Chapter3. Catchment Scale Modeling of Land Use and Land Cover Dynamics -- Chapter4. Urban Floods: A Case Study of Patna Floods 2019, Natural or Anthropogenic?- Chapter5. Flood Susceptibility Zonation using Dempster-Shafer Evidential Belief Function (EBF) Method in Chalakudy Taluk, Kerala, India -- Chapter6. Impact of Urbanization on Ganga River Basin: An Overview in the Context of Natural Surface Water Resources -- Chapter7. Urban Water Scarcity: A Global Challenge and Impending Solutions -- Chapter8. Groundwater Scarcity in Urban Areas is a Major Issue - Case Studies from West Bengal -- Chapter9. Impact of Urbanization and River Morphology on Groundwater System in Patna Urban Area, Bihar, India -- Chapter10. Aquifer Storage and Recovery: Key Issues and Feasibility -- Chapter11. Temporal Prediction of Groundwater Levels: A Gap in Generalization -- Chapter12. Suitability of Groundwater for Drinking and Agricultural Use in Patna District, Bihar, India -- Chapter13. Groundwater Potential Assessment using GIS-based Weighted Linear Combination Technique: A Case Study of Hard Rock Terrain around Bhopal, India -- Chapter14. The Effect of Urbanization on Groundwater Quality and Hydrochemical Characteristics in Ennore Coastal Aquifers of Chennai, South India -- Chapter15. Groundwater Contamination in Parts of Northwestern Hyderabad- A Hydrogeochemical and Geospatial Approach -- Chapter16. Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Groundwater Recharge in Dras Sub-Basin of Upper Indus River Basin, Western Himalayas -- Chapter17. Impact of Urbanization on Groundwater in Changing Climatic Scenario: A Case Study.
    Abstract: This book documents the various impacts of urbanization on hydrological systems and water resources. The first half of the book is focused on urbanization and surface waters, starting with the status of hydrological systems in the urban areas, i.e. the catchment characteristics and changes in rainfall dynamics. The most pronounced hydrological problems in cities are changes in runoff due to precipitation. Recently, rain events have been less frequent but more intense, sometimes leading to flash floods. Though the substantial increase in runoff causes floods in the urbanized area, it may be attributed to the reduction of infiltration due to construction of roads. This, in turn, results in groundwater decline and depletion. The second half of the book covers the impact of urbanization on groundwater, which starts with hindered or significantly reduced recharge taking place due to altered urban surfaces. The limited groundwater resources are over-exploited by the urban population, leading to water scarcity and depletion. Groundwater gets polluted due to solid waste dumping sites or by wastewaters discharged by industries. The book will be useful for researchers, educators, municipal/city authorities, government officials, and NGOs.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVI, 347 p. 160 illus., 153 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031216183
    DDC: 551.48
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  • 102
    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental education. ; Community psychology. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental and Sustainability Education. ; Community Psychology. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I. Campus as living labs for the SDGs -- Chapter 1. Living Labs for Sustainable Development: the role of the European School of Sustainability Sciences and Research -- Chapter 2. Aligning campus strategy with the SDGs: an institutional case study -- Chapter 3. Aligning campus strategy with the SDGs: an institutional case study -- Chapter 4. Aligning campus strategy with the SDGs: an institutional case study, etc.
    Abstract: This book fills an important gap in the literature, and presents contributions from scientists and researchers working in the field of sustainable development who have engaged in dynamic approaches to implementing sustainability in higher education. It is widely known that universities are key players in terms of the implementation and further development of sustainability, with some having the potential of acting as “living labs” in this rapidly growing field. Yet there are virtually no publications that explore the living labs concept as it relates to sustainability, and in an integrated manner. The aims of this book, which is an outcome of the “4th World Symposium on Sustainable Development at Universities” (WSSD-U-2018), held in Malaysia in 2018, are as follows: i. to document the experiences of universities from all around the world in curriculum innovation, research, activities and practical projects as they relate to sustainable development at the university level; ii. to disseminate information, ideas and experiences acquired in the execution of projects, including successful initiatives and good practice; iii. to introduce and discuss methodological approaches and projects that seek to integrate the topic of sustainable development in the curricula of universities; and iv. to promote the scalability of existing and future models from universities as living labs for sustainable development. The papers are innovative, cross-cutting and many reflect practice-based experiences, some of which may be replicable elsewhere. Also, this book, prepared by the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP) and the World Sustainable Development Research and Transfer Centre (WSD-RTC), reinforces the role played by universities as living labs for sustainable development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 862 p. 168 illus., 136 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030156046
    Series Statement: World Sustainability Series,
    DDC: 304.2
    Language: English
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  • 103
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    Cham :Springer International Publishing :
    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Political science. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environment. ; Philosophy and social sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Governance and Government. ; Water. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Philosophy of the Social Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Green and ecological infrastructure and water security at municipal level: An overview -- Chapter 2. Paradigms, theories and their utility -- Chapter 3. The PULSE3 analytical framework -- Chapter 4. eThekwini’s green and ecological infrastructure policy landscape.
    Abstract: This book offers the reader a deeper understanding of the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality’s green and ecological infrastructure policy landscape. The author utilises the PULSE3 analytical framework to conduct an in-depth examination and to show how experts frame and implement the municipality’s green and ecological infrastructure strategies and projects. Although the initial purpose of this book was to investigate the role of green and ecological infrastructures in eThekwini’s water security aspirations, the author realised that climate change adaptation and mitigation play a more central role in motivating the municipality to develop and implement such science-driven projects. To be sure, science that is informed by a positivist paradigm, guides how, where and when the municipality should develop green and ecological infrastructures. Furthermore, a positivistic stance is generated in this policy landscape, where science and politics meet at a local government level, and the book offers an insight into the science–policy interface, as well as the normative and value orientations that positivism often ignores. The book also shows the usefulness of the PULSE3 framework and how it can assist scientists in all fields to gain a deeper understanding of the complications that are faced by humankind. This book fills a market gap by providing a view of how scientists think about problems and how to solve them by using established paradigms and theories.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVII, 288 p. 58 illus., 40 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030530518
    DDC: 333.7
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  • 104
    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Sociology. ; Leisure. ; Environmental management. ; Tourism. ; Management. ; Human geography. ; Sustainability. ; Leisure Studies. ; Environmental Management. ; Tourism Management. ; Human Geography.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Sustainable development and leisure services: Changes and trends -- Chapter 2. Algorithmic automation of leisure from a sustainable development perspective -- Chapter 3. The role of leisure in sustainable development -- Chapter 4. Leisure activities and recreation facilities in Nigeria: Implications for wholesome community health -- Chapter 5. Leisure activities and loneliness among people with disabilities -- Chapter 6. Physical activity of male and female university students as a manifestation of sustainable development -- Chapter 7. Selected determinants of recreational and tourist activity of the inhabitants of rural communes of the Poznań Metropolis -- Chapter 8. Rural community prosperity vs. tourism progress: An example of sustainable opportunities -- Chapter 9. Leisure industry and hotels: The importance of wellness services for guests’ well-being -- Chapter 10. Contemporary threats to the development of sustainable urban tourism -- Chapter 11. Rural tourism and its contribution to sustainable development in Jyotisar, Kurukshetra (Haryana), India -- Chapter 12. Sustainable development of rural tourist settlements in Serbia: Building a better future for all -- Chapter 13. A typology of hosts in Housing Tourism -- Chapter 14. Glamping and the development of sustainable tourism: A Portuguese case study -- Chapter 15. Ecotourism as a core of sustainability in tourism -- Chapter 16. Environmental sensibility and human values as a factor of forming European eco-tourist market segments -- Chapter 17. A systems approach to ecotourism, leisure and education in Panamá: A case study -- Chapter 18. Religious tourism and sustainable development: Perspectives from Hill States in India -- Chapter 19. Smart tourism: towards the concept of a data-based travel experience -- Chapter 20. Social media and sustainable tourism marketing: Perceptions of leisure-related enterprises’ owners operating within Viana do Castelo Littoral Geopark.
    Abstract: This book reviews empirical and theoretical research on sustainable development in the context of leisure management for communities. Although leading research centers are pursuing interdisciplinary research on leisure in the context of sustainable development, there are still few papers that holistically address the current challenges in this area. In addition, demographic changes have made the promotion of a healthy lifestyle essential. Doing so requires responsible behavior on the part of various stakeholders in this market. This book fills an important gap in the literature and gathers contributions from an interdisciplinary and international team of authors, whose fields of expertise include human geography, management, intersections of sustainability and leisure, behavioral psychology and tourism.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIX, 318 p. 36 illus., 32 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030598204
    Series Statement: World Sustainability Series,
    DDC: 304.2
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  • 105
    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Renewable Energy. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water Resources Management -- Water Policies and Planning -- Sustainability and Water -- Water and Wastewater Treatment -- Aquatic Ecosystems -- Groundwater -- Wetland Systems -- Clean Energy and Water -- Clean Energy and Environment -- Energy and Geothermal -- Integrated Water Resources Management -- Solid Waste Management: Waste Disposal and Recycling -- Artificial Intelligence Tools in Environmental, Hydrology and Climatic Researches -- Geo-Environment -- Environmental Education -- Environmental Management.
    Abstract: This book is a compilation of selected papers from the Fifth International Conference on Natural Resources and Sustainable Environmental Management held in Near East University, November 2021. It provides intellectual guidance and scientific evidence on the challenges of global warming and climate change based on a humanistic and critical thinking approach, promoting research and education to build equality in the global community and more sustainable societies. This book also addresses the current challenges of bridging the gap between government policymakers and providers of science and solutions with innovative ideas and new visions to help resolve the challenges facing us in the area of natural resources (water, energy), and environment.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VIII, 370 p. 131 illus., 114 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031043758
    Series Statement: Environmental Earth Sciences,
    DDC: 333.7
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  • 106
    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Biotic communities. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental Management. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Ecosystems. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Biodiversity.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1-Introduction -- Chapter 2-Historical perspectives of the wetlands with special reference to geomorphic evolution of East Kolkata Wetlands -- Chapter 3-Underlying ecological principles for the functioning of Wetland Ecosystems -- Chapter 4-Basics of Remote Sensing Techniques applicable in the aquatic freshwater system: Classificatory Approaches of East Kolkata Wetlands -- Chapter 5-Biodiversity of East Kolkata wetlands: Concept of biodiversity -- Chapter 6-Ecosystem services and values of Wetlands (East Kolkata Wetlands). Chapter 7-Seasonal Dynamics of Physico-Chemical Parameters of Soil and Water -- Chapter 8-Threats and pollution of wetlands: Special reference to East Kolkata Wetland (E.K.W) -- Chapter 9-Biomonitoring and Bioremediation -- Chapter 10-Sustainable conservation strategy (Waste Water Recycling) -- Chapter 11-Conclusion.
    Abstract: This book discusses current knowledge and challenges with the ecological management and conservation of wetlands, with a focus on the East Kolkata Wetlands of India. This area is referred to as a Ramsar Site, a designation given to areas with special protection statuses, since it is the largest natural waste recycling system in the world. The site faces many threats to its biodiversity and ecosystem functioning due to anthropogenic activity in the region, and therefore an assessment of the ecosystem services, bio-ecological uniqueness, and issues stemming from climate change and human impacts is needed to develop protection strategies for the future ecological functioning and sustainability of the wetlands. The authors use GIS and remote sensing techniques to assess and monitor harmful industrial and environmental impacts on the wetlands, and to inform mitigation and conservation strategies in the face of ongoing threats such as pollution, habitat destruction and bioinvasion. The book also highlights various social and economic aspects tied to the functioning and management of the wetlands, along with ecological, biological, and physio-chemical considerations. The study will be of use to students and researchers in aquatic ecology, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability and conservation, as well as to environmental planners, engineers, andpolicymakers. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXXV, 709 p. 125 illus., 122 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031092534
    DDC: 333.7
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  • 107
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    Cham :Springer International Publishing :
    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Geography. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Regional Geography. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Global Mountain Awareness -- Chapter2. An International Mountain Involvement: The Beginnings -- Chapter3. Mountain Strategy in Munich, 1974: On Track to the Himalaya -- Chapter4. Darjeeling: Personal Awakening to High Mountains and Refugees -- Chapter5. Moscow and the Caucasus: The IGU in the Cold War -- Chapter6. United Nations University: Agency with a Mountain Mission -- Chapter7. Himalayan Reconnaissance 1978: Deforestation, Landslides, and Farmers -- Chapter8. The China Connection: Privileged Entry to a Closed Country -- Chapter9. Beyond Lhasa: Opening China to Collaborative Mountain Research -- Chapter10. Breakthrough: Environmental Degradation Theory Overturned -- Chapter11. China Revisited 1985: Yunnan and the Jade Dragon Snow Mountains -- Chapter12. The Mohonk Process: Mobilization of the Mountain Advocates -- Chapter13. Mountain Road to Rio: The UN Earth Summit 1992 -- Chapter14. Return to China 1991–1996: Mountain People of Yunnan and Mass Tourism -- Chapter15. Roof of the World: The Pamir, 1999: “A Catastrophe of Biblical Proportions” -- Chapter16. Threatened Disasters in the Pamir and Himalaya -- Chapter17. The Evolution of the Mountain Cause. .
    Abstract: This second edition of “Sustainable Mountain Development” is a history of the development of mountain environmental awareness from its origins during the Stockholm Conference on the Environment in 1973. This provided intellectual input into UNESCO’s MAB Programme, especially MAB-6 (Impact of Human Activities on Mountain Environments), The International Geographical Union’s commission on mountains, and The United Nations University’s (UNU) mountain project, the latter initiated in 1978. All this research and intellectual activity saw its maturation during the 1992 Earth Summit held in Rio de Janeiro. The major document universally agreed upon was AGENDA 21, with Chapter 13 concentrating on mountain environmental problems which led to 2002 being dedicated as The International Year of Mountains, and December 17th as International Mountain Day. The research that inspired this book, accompanied by intensive environmental and political activity, was initially propagated by a small group of colleagues that ultimately expanded to a world-wide endeavour. The work was recognised by three awards of the King Albert Gold Medal, two RGS Gold Medals, approved by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and countless other awards. It led to the founding of the International Mountain Society in 1980 and its quarterly journal “Mountain Research and Development” (1981). The work expanded into subsequent research efforts, including specific assessments of projected major catastrophes such as the status of the potential outbreak of glacier lakes (GLOFs), the impacts of climate warming, and incorporation of the mountain subsistence men and women whose environmental knowledge was enthusiastically recognized. This edition provides a new epilogue, which outlines the considerable changes to world environmental assessment since the establishment of 2002 as the International Year of Mountains, and notes that 2022 has been designated as the International Year of Sustainable Mountain Development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVI, 301 p. 152 illus., 136 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 2nd ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030960292
    DDC: 304.2
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  • 108
    Keywords: Environment. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental management. ; Geology. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Geology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction to Agro-Environmental Sustainability in MENA Regions -- Impacts Of Climate Change On Water Resources And Land Degradation In MENA Region And Egypt -- Low Cost Waste Water Treatment By Using Biofilm Technologies. Successful Case Studies From The MENA Region -- Sustainable Development, Towards An Integrated Water Resources Management Model In The Saf-Saf Basin, North-East Algeria -- Kalman Filter For Spatio-Temporal Modeling And Prediction Of Algerian Water Resources Variability -Case Study Of Precipitation And Streamflows At Monthly And Annual Scale -- Estimation Of The Olive Orchards Water Requirements Using Climatic And Physiological Methods -- Agrarian System Diagnosis In Kerkennah Archipelago, Tunisia.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the status quo and the latest information on the water-soil-agriculture nexus in MENA region countries. It presents several case studies and applications from e.g. Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt and Jordan, while also sharing and discussing the latest findings. The content includes a range of agriculture-related topics that focus on: water resources management, impacts of climate change, and wastewater treatment for reuse in agriculture sectors; in addition, sustainable approaches to agricultural-based industry, organic crop production, crop water requirements, and soil environment are discussed in an updated and comprehensive review. In turn, the book discusses the applications of GIS and remote sensing as a new technology for better agriculture management, as well as its use in Egypt as a representative country. In closing, it considers the implementation of an environmental information system in data-scarce MENA countries from the standpoint of the water-food nexus, and addresses the question of climate justice in the MENA region. Exploring various dimensions of MENA country-based case studies on achieving sustainable agriculture, the book offers an invaluable source of topical information for agricultural sustainability-related stakeholders in the region, researchers and graduate students alike.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XI, 457 p. 194 illus., 180 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030785741
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 333.7
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  • 109
    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Biotic communities. ; Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Bioclimatology. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Ecosystems. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction - Ponds of Indian Sundarban as an important socio-ecological systems -- Assessment of Pond water quality and its impact on health and local livelihood in the Indian Sundarban -- Role of Fe2+ on the enhancement of Phytoplankton Community in pond system of Indian Sundarban -- Role of controlled lime treatment on the productivity of pond ecosystem. .
    Abstract: This book aims to give a holistic overview of the pond ecosystem of Indian Sundarbans. Due to climate change, the Indian Sundarbans faces several challenges. With rising sea levels, islands are disappearing and the increasing salinity in the water and soil has severely threatened the health of mangrove forests and the quality of fresh water, soil and crops. Additionally, there have been serious disturbances to hydrological parameters in the lotic as well lentic ecosystems. This book provides new insights into lentic ecosystem-oriented research in the deltaic ecosystem of GBM-I (Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna, Indian Delta). The major findings from various research works are brought together, and the gaps and future possible ways forward are outlined. The book addresses the SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 14 (Life below Water), with a focus on the ecosystem services of ponds in the Indian Sundarbans. Despite there being many studies on riverine water, ground water and mangrove ecosystems of the Indian Sundarbans, this book offers new insights into the pond ecosystem of the Indian Sundarbans. The outcomes from this book can be utilized by researchers from the inland fisheries sector, environmental managers, professionals, and those who seek to develop ways for making pond ecosystems sustainable.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXII, 270 p. 60 illus., 41 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030867867
    Series Statement: Water Science and Technology Library, 112
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  • 110
    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Industrial management Environmental aspects. ; Environment. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Corporate Environmental Management. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Sustainable products -- Chapter 2. Sustainable technologies -- Chapter 3. Sustainable organizations -- Chapter 4. Sustainable markets and policy -- Chapter 5. Sustainable methodological solutions.
    Abstract: This open access book includes a selection of contributions from the Life Cycle Management 2019 Conference (LCM) held in Poznań, Poland, and presents different examples of scientific and practical contributions, showing an incorporation of life cycle approach into the decision processes on strategic and operational level. Special attention is drawn to applications of LCM to target, organize, analyze and manage product-related information and activities towards continuous improvement, along the different products life cycle. The selection of case studies presents LCM as a business management approach that can be used by all types of businesses and organizations in order to improve their sustainability performance. This book provides a cross-sectoral, current picture of LCM issues. The structure of the book is based on five-theme lines. The themes represent different objects that are focused on sustainability and LCM practices mainly related to: products, technologies, organizations, markets and policy issues as well as methodological solutions. The book brings together presentations from the world of science and the world of enterprises as well as institutions supporting economic development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXXII, 307 p. 122 illus., 33 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030771270
    DDC: 333.7
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  • 111
    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Water. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section I Overview -- 1 Introduction to the volume -- 2 Deep-water oil and gas production in the Gulf of Mexico, and related global trends -- 3 Spilled oil composition and the natural carbon cycle: The true drivers of environmental fate and effects of oil spills -- Section II Geological, Chemical, Ecological and Physical Oceanographic Settings and Baselines for Deep Oil Spills in the Gulf of Mexico -- 4 An overview of the geologic origins of hydrocarbons and production trends in the Gulf of Mexico -- 5 Gulf of Mexico (GoM) bottom sediments and depositional processes: A baseline for future oil spills -- 6 Benthic faunal baselines in the Gulf of Mexico: A precursor to evaluate future impacts -- 7 Linking abiotic variables with macrofaunal and meiofaunal abundance and community -- 8 The asphalt ecosystem of the southern Gulf of Mexico: abyssal habitats across space and time -- 9 Geochemical and faunal characterization in the sediments off the Cuban north and northwest coast -- 10 Mapping isotopic and dissolved organic matter baselines in waters and sediments of Gulf of Mexico -- 11 Toward a predictive understanding of the benthic microbial community response to oiling on the northern Gulf of Mexico coast -- 12 Combining isoscapes with tissue-specific isotope records to re-create the geographic histories of fish -- 13 The utility of stable and radio isotopes in fish tissues as biogeochemical tracers of marine oil spill food web effects -- 14 Modernizing protocols for aquatic toxicity testing of oil and dispersant -- 15 Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon baselines in Gulf of Mexico fishes -- 16 Case Study: Using a combined laboratory, field, and modeling approach to assess oil spill impacts -- Section III Simulations of Future Deep Spills -- 17 Testing the effect of MOSSFA (Marine Oil Snow Sedimentation and Flocculent Accumulation) events in benthic microcosms -- 18 Physical processes influencing the sedimentation and lateral transport of MOSSFA in the NE Gulf of Mexico -- 19 Simulating deep oil spills beyond the Gulf of Mexico -- Section IV Comparisons of likely impacts from simulated spills -- 20 Comparison of the spatial extent, impacts to shorelines, and ecosystem and 4-dimensional characteristics of simulated oil spills -- 21 A predictive strategy for mapping locations where future MOSSFA events are expected -- 22 Connectivity of Gulf of Mexico continental shelf fish populations and implications of simulated oil spills -- 23 Evaluating the effectiveness of fishery closures for deep oil spills using a 4-dimensional model -- 24 As Gulf oil extraction goes deeper, who is at risk? Community structure, distribution, and connectivity of the deep-pelagic fauna -- 25 Evaluating impacts of deep oil spills on oceanic marine mammals -- 26 Comparative environmental sensitivity of offshore Gulf of Mexico waters potentially impacted by ultra-deep oil well blowouts -- Section V Preparing for and Responding to the Next Deepwater Spill -- 27 Preparing for the inevitable: ecological and indigenous community impacts of oil spill-related mortality in the United States Arctic marine ecosystem -- 28 Summary of contemporary research on use of chemical dispersants for deep sea oil spills -- 29 Perspectives on research, technology, policy and human resources for improved management of ultra-deep oil and gas resources and responses to oil spills -- Index.
    Abstract: It has often been said that generals prepare for the next war by re-fighting the last. The Deepwater Horizon (DWH) oil spill was unlike any previous – an underwater well blowout 1,500 meters deep. Much has been learned in the wake of DWH and these lessons should in turn be applied to both similar oil spill scenarios and those arising from “frontier” explorations by the marine oil industry. The next deep oil well blowout may be at 3,000 meters or even deeper. This volume summarizes regional (Gulf of Mexico) and global megatrends in marine oil exploration and production. Research in a number of key areas including the behavior of oil and gas under extreme pressure, impacts on biological resources of the deep sea, and the fate of oil and gas released in spills is synthesized. A number of deep oil spills are simulated with detailed computer models, and the likely effects of the spills and potential mitigation measures used to combat them are compared. Recommended changes in policies governing marine oil exploration and development are proposed, as well as additional research to close critical and emerging knowledge gaps. This volume synthesizes state-of-the-art research in deep oil spill behavior and response. It is thus relevant for government and industry oil spill responders, policy formulators and implementers, and academics and students desiring an in-depth and balanced overview of key issues and uncertainties surrounding the quest for deep oil and potential impacts on the environment.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 542 p. 167 illus., 138 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030129637
    DDC: 551.48
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  • 112
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Economic policy. ; Social policy. ; Communication. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Socio-Economic Policy. ; Media and Communication.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1, Introduction -- Chapter 2. Water Supply in Cape Town -- Chapter 3. Reconciliation strategy -- Chapter 4. Politics, trust and governance -- Chapter 5. The Drought -- Chapter 6. Reliance on rainfall, climate variability and climate change -- Chapter 7. The Water Resilience Programme -- Chapter 8. The New Water Programme -- Chapter 9. NWP: Managing dam levels -- Chapter 10. NWP: Managing Demand -- Chapter 11. NWP: Augmentation -- Chapter 12. Lessons learnt -- Chapter 13. Conclusion.
    Abstract: The book presents the history of water supply to Cape Town, leading up to the worst ever drought recorded, through political turmoil impacting on drought interventions and resulting in the adoption of an integrated water strategy. Regions reliant on water supply from rainfed dams have always been vulnerable to the impact of drought. This is exacerbated by the uncertainty of future rainfall, which is never guaranteed, and reliance is placed on modelling using historic data. While weather has always been variable, climate has been generally reliable. With anthropogenic activity causing changes in climate, the validity of modelling based on history is currently not fully trusted. Unless the storage capacity is sufficient to carry through numerous seasons of poor rainfall, even with water restrictions to match demand and supply in times of depleted rainfall, the risk of reservoirs running dry remains a threat.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXIX, 290 p. 82 illus., 41 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030788896
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  • 113
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental management. ; Economic development. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Physical Geography. ; Environmental Management. ; Development Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1: Introduction -- 2 Part 2: Nature’s sinking ark -- 3 Part 3: Rebuilding the ark -- 4 Part 4: Our conjoined future -- 5 Part 5: A systemic decision-support framework -- 6 Epilogue: Rebuilding the ark – Yes, we can!.
    Abstract: “Here’s the thing: we absolutely know how to restore all the Earth’s critical ecosystems… But we have to think about these challenges so much more holistically. Astonishingly, today’s climate experts populate one big silo, and biodiversity experts another! The notion of ‘co-benefits’ barely begins to do justice to the emerging revolution in both thinking and practice stimulated by the realisation that we face simultaneous emergencies on both fronts. Quite simply, natural climate solutions must become the watchword of the next decade.” - Jonathon Porritt, Founder Director, Forum for the Future “A well-written book which communicates powerful messages, based largely upon the author’s own experiences and a lifetime of professional expertise. This work doesn’t simply describe the problems with Earths’ ecosystems, but also describes realistic solutions based on the premise of reviving and rescuing the natural world in a stepwise manner. Accessible yet erudite, this is a must read for anyone interested in learning how we can begin to reverse the damage we have done to the planet’s ecosystems.” - Dr Paul Johnston, Principal Scientist, Greenpeace International Science Laboratory Rebuilding the Earth highlights humanity’s interdependence with the planet’s ecosystems. Today, these ecosystems are seriously degraded, compromising future security and opportunity. It is essential that we set about rebuilding the metaphorical ‘ark’ of nature upon which our future prospects depend. Central to this book are several case studies of regenerative approaches drawn from every continent on the planet. These approaches are founded on restoration and protection of ecosystems – water and soil, forests, marine and coastal resources, urban infrastructure, farming practices and in corporate supply chains. Rebuilding the Earth is above all optimistic about the daunting challenges facing global society. It is about culture change, addressing the necessity of and the means for putting nature and people back into the heart of societal thinking, policy and action. It advocates for sustainable development in its deepest green sense, but also pragmatically framed in social, technological, governance and economic contexts. The concluding message is “Yes, we can!” Mark Everard is a prolific author, broadcaster and scientist. He is an expert on ecosystem services and the ecosystem-based regeneration of rural livelihoods. Mark’s activities span five continents in academic, consultancy, government advisory and policy advocacy roles.
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    Pages: XXIV, 251 p. 44 illus., 37 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
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    Keywords: Earth sciences. ; Geography. ; Environmental management. ; Food Safety measures. ; Earth and Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Food Safety.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Glyphosate: Uses Other than in Glyphosate-Resistant Crops, Mode of Action, Degradation in Plants, and Effects on Non-Target Plants and Agricultural Microbes -- 2. History and Outlook for Glyphosate-Resistant Crops -- 3. Ecotoxicology of Glyphosate-Resistant Weeds -- 4. Ecotoxicology of Glyphosate, its Formulants, and Environmental Degradation Products.
    Abstract: Glyphosate: Uses Other than in Glyphosate-Resistant Crops, Mode of Action, Degradation in Plants, and Effects on Non-Target Plants and Agricultural Microbes Stephen O. Duke History and Outlook for Glyphosate-Resistant Crops Jerry M. Green and Daniel L. Siehl Evolution of Glyphosate-Resistant Weeds Yousoon Baek, Lucas Kopecky Bobadilla, Darci A. Giacomini, Jacob S. Montgomery, Brent P. Murphy, and Patrick J. Tranel Ecotoxicology of Glyphosate, its formulants, and Fnvironmental Degradation Products José L. Rodríguez-Gil, Ryan S. Prosser, Stephen O. Duke, and Keith R. Solomon.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVII, 205 p. 10 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030684839
    Series Statement: Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, Continuation of Residue Reviews, 255
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Environmental Chemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Review on Health Impacts from Domestic Coal Burning: Emphasis on Endemic Fluorosis in Guizhou Province, Southwest China -- Dissipation, Fate and Toxicity of Crop Protection Chemical Safeners in Aquatic Environments -- Do Endemic Soil Fauna Species Deserve Extra Protection for Adverse Heavy Metal Conditions -- Aflatoxin M1 in Africa: Exposure Assessment, Regulations and Prevention Strategies – A Review -- In Vivo and in Vitro Toxicity Testing of Cyanobacterial Toxins: A Mini-review -- Comprehensive Review of Cadmium Toxicity Mechanisms in Male Reproduction and Therapeutic Strategies -- Micronuclei in Fish Erythrocytes as Genotoxic Biomarkers of Water Pollution: An Overview.
    Abstract: Review on Health Impacts from Domestic Coal Burning: Emphasis on Endemic Fluorosis in Guizhou Province, Southwest China Jianyang Guo, Hongchen Wu, Zhiqi Zhao, Jingfu Wang, and Haiqing Liao Dissipation, Fate and Toxicity of Crop Protection Chemical Safeners in Aquatic Environments Femi F. Oloye, Oluwabunmi P. Femi-Oloye, Jonathan K Challis, Paul D. Jones, and John P. Giesy Do Endemic Soil Fauna Species Deserve Extra Protection for Adverse Heavy Metal Conditions Herman Eijsackers and Mark Maboeta Aflatoxin M1 in Africa: Exposure Assessment, Regulations and Prevention Strategies – A Review Abdellah Zinedine, Jalila Ben Salah-ABBES, Samir Abbès, and Abdelrhafour Tantaoui-Elaraki In Vivo and in Vitro Toxicity Testing of Cyanobacterial Toxins: A Mini-review Samaneh J Porzani, Stella T. Lima, James S. Metcalf, and Bahareh ‎Nowruzi Comprehensive Review of Cadmium Toxicity Mechanisms in Male Reproduction and Therapeutic Strategies Lijuan Xiong, Bin Zhou, Hong Liu, and Lu Cai Micronuclei in Fish Erythrocytes as Genotoxic Biomarkers of Water Pollution: An Overview Francesco D’Agostini and Sebastiano La Maestra.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 240 p. 10 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030883263
    Series Statement: Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, Continuation of Residue Reviews, 258
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    Keywords: Climatology. ; Environmental management. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Sustainability. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Science-based industry GHG targets, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and the scientific status quo of climate change -- Chapter 2: Development of industry GHG emission and energy demand– past, present and future perspectives -- Chapter 3: Industry GHG target setting, Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions – the concept -- Chapter 4: Modelling approaches -- Chapter 5: Main assumptions for Industry pathways -- Chapter 6: Renewable Process Heat -- Chapter 7: Renewable Fuels: Hydrogen-, Synthetic- and biofuels -- Chapter 8: Negative emissions: Nature-based-solutions -- Chapter 9: Industry energy pathways - Scenario results -- Chapter 10: Scope 3 industry emissions and future pathways -- Chapter 11: Mapping out Carbon Conservation and Protection Zones (CCPZ) -- Chapter 12: Discussion, Conclusions and Recommendations.
    Abstract: This open access book is designed as a continuation of the editor’s 2019 book Achieving the Paris Climate Agreement Goals. This volume provides an in-depth analysis of industry sectors globally, and its purpose is to present emission reduction targets in 5-year steps (2025 to 2050) for the main twelve finance sectors per the Global Industry Classification System. This scientific analysis aims to support the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment initiative to give sustainability guidance for the global finance industry. The industry sector pathways presented here are based on the latest global and regional 100% renewable energy and non-energy greenhouse gas Representative Concentration Pathways in order to keep climate change significantly under +1.5 C and thereby achieve the Paris Climate Agreement goals. The heart of this book is three chapters presenting the results of industry scenario modelling. These chapters cover twelve industry and service sectors as well as transportation and buildings. The specific energy demand and specific emissions are presented based on the emission accounting concept of “Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3” emission pathways. This methodology has been developed to measure the climate and sustainability index for companies, and this research project expands the methodology to apply it to entire industry sectors. The results presented here are the first overall industry assessments under Scope 1, 2 and 3 from 2020 through 2050. The base for the energy pathways is the scenarios scenarios published in the previous volume. The nonenergy GHG emission scenarios, broken down to agriculture & forestry and industry, are detailed and include all major greenhouse gases and aerosols. The final section of the book presents the main conclusions of the industry pathway development work and recommendations for the finance industry and policy makers. Additionally, future qualitative future investment requirements in specific technologies and measures are presented.
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    Pages: LXXVIII, 384 p. 87 illus., 81 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030991777
    DDC: 551.6
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Business logistics. ; Environmental management. ; Industrial management Environmental aspects. ; Sustainability. ; Supply Chain Management. ; Environmental Management. ; Corporate Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction – Social Dimension of Circular Economy, step forward or step back? -- Chapter 2. A Systems Perspective on Social Indicators for Circular Supply Chains -- Chapter 3. The Relation Between Social Inclusion and Circular Economy Performance: An Analysis of Circular Economy Social Practices and Their Contributions to The Sustainable Development Goals -- Chapter 4. Business models supported by circular economy principles and practices for the fruit and vegetable sector: an analysis from the perspective of social inclusion of family farmers -- Chapter 5. Fighting Hunger and Educating Farmers with Regenerative Agriculture in Maputo’s Green Horticultural Belt -- Chapter 6. Partnerships for Transitions from Open-air Markets to Circular Smart Food Markets in Kenya -- Chapter 7. Implementation of urban organic waste collection and treatment system in a Brazilian municipality: an analysis based on a socio-technical transition theory -- Chapter 8. The significance of SDG 16 ‘Strong Institutions’ towards the adoption of circular economy approaches for artisanal and small-scale mining sector in sub-Saharan Africa -- Chapter 9. How effective are Circular Models at delivering a sustainable trifactor: a focus on social inclusion? -- Chapter 10. Dirty Work/Decent Work: (De)stigmatization of Sachet Water Plastic Waste Picking in Ghana’s Circular Economy -- Chapter 11. Improving Gender Equality with Social Entrepreneurship and Circular Economy: A Mexican Case -- Chapter 12. Strategies for social inclusion in Circular Economy -- Chapter 13. Circular Economy and Sustainable Development Goals 3 and 7: the case of the PlastiCity ecosystem -- Chapter 14. Wrap-Up: Equitable Circular Economy, nesting the social dimension in the Circular Economy. .
    Abstract: The main theme of this book is the social dimension of the circular economy (CE). This book’s objective is to provide a foundation for the discussion of social aspects of CE that also allows the integration of CE with the UN SDGs. The circular economy is increasingly becoming the consensual pathway for a transition towards sustainable production and consumption that balances the economic and ecological pillars of sustainable development. However, researchers have noted that the social dimension of sustainable development is noticeable missing or, at best, weakly developed in CE ideas and frameworks (Sehnem et al., 2019). The main argument of this book is that CE research and practice needs to embrace its social impacts, not only in terms of understanding and avoiding negative social impacts but also in terms of exploring the potential that CE models have for addressing social challenges.
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    Pages: VI, 317 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031254369
    Series Statement: Greening of Industry Networks Studies, 10
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environment. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. The Microplastic Cycle: An Introduction to a Complex Issue -- Chapter 2. Analytical Chemistry of Plastic Debris: Sampling, Methods and Instrumentation -- Chapter 3. Evaluating Microplastic Experimental Design and Exposure Studies in Aquatic Organisms -- Chapter 4. Microplastics in Terrestrial and Freshwater Environments -- Chapter 5. Microplastics in the Ocean and Seafood: Implications for Food Security -- Chapter 6. Weight of evidence for the Microplastic Vector Effect in the Context of Chemical Risk Assessment -- Chapter 7. Ecotoxicological Impacts of Micro- and Nanoplastics in Terrestrial and Aquatic Environments -- Chapter 8. Dietary Exposure to Additives and Sorbed Contaminants from Ingested Microplastic Particles through the Consumption of Fisheries and Aquaculture Products -- Chapter 9. The Microplastic-Antimicrobial Resistance Connection -- Chapter 10. The United Nations Basel Convention’s Global Plastic Waste Partnership: History, Evolution and Progress -- Chapter 11. Solutions to Plastic Pollution: A Conceptual Framework to Tackle a Wicked Problem.
    Abstract: This open access book examines global plastic pollution, an issue that has become a critical societal challenge with implications for environmental and public health. This volume provides a comprehensive, holistic analysis on the plastic cycle and its subsequent effects on biota, food security, and human exposure. Importantly, global environmental change and its associated, systems-level processes, including atmospheric deposition, ecosystem complexity, UV exposure, wind patterns, water stratification, ocean circulation, etc., are all important direct and indirect factors governing the fate, transport and biotic and abiotic processing of plastic particles across ecosystem types. Furthermore, the distribution of plastic in the ocean is not independent of terrestrial ecosystem dynamics, since much of the plastic in marine ecosystems originates from land and should therefore be evaluated in the context of the larger plastic cycle. Changes in species size, distribution, habitat, and food web complexity, due to global environmental change, will likely alter trophic transfer dynamics and the ecological effects of nano- and microplastics. The fate and transport dynamics of plastic particles are influenced by their size, form, shape, polymer type, additives, and overall ecosystem conditions. In addition to the risks that plastics pose to the total environment, the potential impacts on human health and exposure routes, including seafood consumption, and air and drinking water need to be assessed in a comprehensive and quantitative manner. Here I present a holistic and interdisciplinary book volume designed to advance the understanding of plastic cycling in the environment with an emphasis on sources, fate and transport, ecotoxicology, climate change effects, food security, microbiology, sustainability, human exposure and public policy.
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    Pages: XV, 354 p. 27 illus., 26 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030786274
    Series Statement: Environmental Contamination Remediation and Management,
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Forestry. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Forestry. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1-Introduction to the Forest Resources in India -- 2-Assessment of Carbon sequestration in Delhi, India -- 3-Assessments of Bio-physical characteristics of Vegetation cover in Western Part of Rarh Plateau in West Bengal -- 4-Forest Cover Change Detection Using Remote Sensing and GIS in The Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka -- 5-Delineating the mangrove patches along coastal Kerala using GIS, satellite data and field validation -- 6-Assessing potential Habitat suitability for Panthera Tigris using multiple grain size and different ensemble methods in maximum entropy modeling -- 7-Bhutan heading from carbon negative to carbon neutral country -- 8-Analyzing the Dynamics of Forest Fire in Almora District using GIS and Remote Sensing -- 9-Green placemaking in Kolkata: Role of Urban Greens and Urban Forestry -- 10-Forest Resource Scenario of Industrial town: A Study of Asansol Durgapur Region -- 11-Application of participatory rural appraisal and geospatial techniques for analyzing the dynamics of mangrove forest and dependent livelihood in Indian Sundarban -- 12-Forest Cover Change Detection and Local Community Participation in Forest Management: Evidence from Rural North Sikkim, India -- 13-Seasonal relation of NTFPs and socio-economic indicators to the household income of the forest-fringe communities of Jaldapara National Park -- 14-A People’s Biodiversity Register of Henry’s Island, Indian Sundarban -- 15-Forest Management in the age of Geospatial technology -- 16-Landscape characterisation and forest fragmentation analysis using geospatial techniques: Case study from Central Indian Highlands -- 17-Monitoring forest status in Barail wildlife sanctuary using forest fragmentation approach -- 18-Geo-spatial analysis to assess the changing pattern of land use and its impact on forest fragmentation in Sri Lanka from 2000 to 2020 -- 19-Assessment of mangroves suitability in Andaman Islands, using geospatial technique -- 20-Remote Sensing Based Forest Cover Change Detection and Ecosystem Assessment in Madhupur Sal Forest of Bangladesh -- 21-Changing landscape and increasing human wildlife conflict: Introspection from a transboundary landscape -- 22-Corridor Mapping of Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus) in Central Indian Corridors (Jharkhand and West Bengal), using Geospatial Techniques -- 23-Issues of Biodiversity Conservation and Conflict in Gorumara National Park, West Bengal, India -- 24-A Combined Machine Learning and Data Fusion Based Approach for Flood Susceptibility Analysis to Study Impact on Vulnerable Wildlife in Kaziranga National Park -- 25-The future of Indian forests: Conservation and Monitoring and management perspectives.
    Abstract: This volume is devoted to compiling recent advancements, methodological improvements, new processing techniques, integration methods and rigorous applications associated with conceptual techniques on the conservation and monitoring of forest resources for a scientific audience, with a focus on cases and applications in India. The primary objective of the book is to advance the scientific understanding of the recent trends and technological improvements in forest conservation, management and related research themes in forest resources and human-wildlife interactions. The book is organized into five sections: (I) Forest Conservation Ecology (II) Forest Conservation and Society (III) Forest Management (IV) Forest Monitoring using GIS and Remote Sensing and (V) Human Wildlife Conflicts. It covers various research themes related to forestry, wildlife, habitat fragmentation, forest management and human-wildlife conflict research, and therefore will be beneficial to a diverse range of researchers, scientific organizations, wildlife scientists, biologists, ecologists and planners in the fields of wildlife and forestry. The book will further be of use to post-graduates, PhD research scholars, professors, geospatial experts, modellers, foresters, agricultural scientists, biologists, ecologists, environmental consultants and big data compilers.
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    Pages: XVI, 571 p. 204 illus., 199 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030982331
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental Management. ; Conservation Biology. ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental Social Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1-Human impact on the Biosphere: A biological genocide?- Chapter 2-Strategies to address the biodiversity crisis -- Chapter 3-Protected areas -- Chapter 4-Protected area effectiveness: What is it and how to assess it? Chapter 5-A review of protected area effectiveness around the World: Methodological approach -- Chapter 6-Results on protected area effectiveness in developed countries -- Chapter 7-Results on protected area effectiveness in developing countries -- Chapter 8-Main methodological approaches to assessing effectiveness around the globe -- Chapter 9-Successes and failures: Lessons learned -- Chapter 10-Conclusions: The future of protected areas and biodiversity.
    Abstract: This book addresses the effectiveness of existing protected areas at conserving the diversity of genes, species and ecosystems on land and at sea. The book synthetizes the main biodiversity conservation outcomes of protected areas in the 2010-2019 decade, drawing on a systematic literature review of scientific publications and case studies from around the world demonstrating successes and failures. It provides region-specific results for land and sea ecosystems as well as for developed and developing countries. It also reviews current methodological approaches used to assess protected area effectiveness. The work is timely, since there is growing concern on the global biodiversity crisis among researchers, government organizations and the general public, as demonstrated by the 2030 targets established by the UN Sustainable Development Goals for Life Below Water (SDG 14) and Life On land (SDG15). The book is written in an easy and enjoyable style using numerous pictures, tables and graphs to make the content more engaging and understandable. The main intended audiences of the book are academics, from post-graduate students to university lecturers, and senior researchers in the fields of biodiversity conservation, sustainable development and environmental policy, as well as protected area managers and practitioners.
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    Pages: XIX, 128 p. 55 illus., 51 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030942977
    Series Statement: Strategies for Sustainability,
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Agriculture. ; Pollution. ; Inorganic chemistry. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Water. ; Agriculture. ; Pollution. ; Inorganic Chemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. The Use of the δ18OP to Study P Cycling in the Environment -- Chapter 2. Extraction Protocol -- Chapter 3. Purification Protocol -- Chapter 4. Modifications and Issues during Purification -- Chapter 5. How to Design a Study including the Analysis of δ18OP -- Chapter 6. Conclusions and Way Forward.
    Abstract: This open access book distinguished itself from other publications by offering step-by-step instructions on how to extract, purify, provide modifications, and major issues to be encountered during the process. For the δ18OP method to progress, further fundamental research as well as field and laboratory studies need to be conducted for a better understanding of P cycling in the environment. Chapter 1 outlines the background and examples of δ18Op studies in sediments, soils, fresh water, mineral fertilizers, and plants. Chapters 2 and 3 examine the stepwise extraction and purification protocols including reagents, equipment and consumables and preparations for analyses. Chapter 4 examines some of the challenges and modifications during the purification process. Chapter 5 discusses planning and designing of a study using δ18Op, external quality assurance with an example of an inter-laboratory study. Chapter 6 outlines the conclusions, future trends, and opportunities, the scaling out of the method from laboratory to field studies. It is expected that the δ18OP would be extensively applied in research geared to understand phosphorus dynamics in different agro-environments. .
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    Pages: VII, 64 p. 9 illus., 6 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030974978
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    Keywords: Landscape architecture. ; Urban policy. ; Transportation engineering. ; Traffic engineering. ; Environmental management. ; Sociology, Urban. ; Cultural property. ; Landscape Architecture. ; Urban Policy. ; Transportation Technology and Traffic Engineering. ; Environmental Management. ; Urban Sociology. ; Cultural Heritage.
    Description / Table of Contents: Towards adaptive planning of urban spaces in the context of a new agile urbanism -- A Study of Urban Size Control in the Japanese Understanding of Garden Cities in the Early 1900s -- Energy Efficiency and Building's Envelope: An Integrated Approach to High-Performance Architecture -- Mapping Social Cohesion and Identity in Intercultural Public Spaces: The Case of Germantown -- The Power of Long-Term Residents in Consensus Building for Reconstruction of the Housing Complex area: Case study on Tama City, Tokyo -- Urban regeneration through Climate Adaptive Design for the Mediterranean area -- Understanding Place Attachment Process Through Instagram Narratives and Imagery of Historic Urban Places -- Future Study of Regional Spatial Structure in Iran (Horizon 2040) -- Istanbul: The Ecology, Nature and Disasters Designing Future Cities With Innovative Housing Projects -- City-effect: new centralities in post-pandemic regional metropolis Pescara-Chieti -- Compactness as a Condition, Compaction as an Ambition - Potentials and Pitfalls of an Interdisciplinary Global Debate on the Compact City.
    Abstract: This book represents a compilation of research in sustainable architecture and planning. Its main focus is offering strategies and solutions that help reducing of the negative impacts of buildings on the environment and emphasizing the suitable management of available resources. By tackling the topic of sustainability from a historical perspective and also as a vision for the future, the book in hands provides new horizons for engineers, urban planners and environmentalists interested in the optimization of resources, space development, and the ecosystem as a whole to address the complex unresolved problems our cities are facing. This book is a culmination of selected research papers from IEREK’s sixth edition of the International Conference on Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) held online in collaboration with the University of Florence, Italy (2021) and the first edition of the International Conference on Circular Economy for Sustainable Development (CESD) held online in collaboration with the University of Salento, Lecce, Italy (2021).
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    Pages: X, 230 p. 128 illus., 104 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 3rd ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031209956
    Series Statement: Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation, IEREK Interdisciplinary Series for Sustainable Development,
    DDC: 710
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    Keywords: Environmental sciences Mathematics. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Physical geography. ; Mathematical Applications in Environmental Science. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Earth System Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Competitive Bioaccumulation by Ceratophyllum demersum -- Chapter2. Climate Change, Sustainability and Resilience in Egypt and Africa -- Chapter3. Mathematical Models Ensuring Freshwater of Coastal Regions in Arid and Semi-arid Zones -- Chapter4. Multicriteria Decision Making for Risks of Natural Disaster in Social Project Assessment -- Chapter5. Mathematical Modelling and Simulation of Chemical and Biological Reaction in Peat Solidification Work For Environmental Sustainability -- Chapter6. Green Energy Conversion System (GECS) -- Chapter7. Flood Risk Estimation and Mapping: Present Status and Future Challenges -- Chapter8. Trend Analysis of Rainfall: A Case Study of Surat City, India -- Chapter9. Risk Assessment Applications — Exposure, Safety, and Security -- Chapter10. Application and Control of Quadrotors -- Chapter11. Sustainable Wind Turbine Systems Based on On-line Fault Estimation and Fault Tolerant Control -- Chapter12. Deep Learning and its Environmental Applications.
    Abstract: Earth Systems Protection and Sustainability authorises imperatives to achieve sustainability and protect our threatened and vulnerable Earth. Mathematical advances in context incorporate operational and Boolean, as well as linguistic, logic-based Bayesian, and generative methods for scenario formation. Functional areas and deeper learning enable the use of searching algorithms, proffering optimal solutions for the circular nature of sustainability in natural ecosystems and human dominated settings. Key informative nodes are provided in the hope that we may moderate the very real dangers facing planet Earth and its biodiversity. An arena of insightful chapters is blended with social resilience and socio-economic development coverage, accentuating integrity, protection and sustainability within divergent climatic forces and species dynamics on Earth. Volume 2 focuses on bioaccumulation; climate change and resilience for co-operative socio-economic and ecosystem management via policy frameworks across sectors; mathematical modelling of freshwater in coastal regions in arid and semi-arid zones; decision making in natural disasters; peat solidification for environmentally sustainable geotechnical engineering; green energy conversion; flood risk mapping; rainfall analysis; exposure, safety, and security amidst increasing environmental contamination; remote handling vehicles; wind turbines; and deep learning and its environmental applications. Earth Systems Protection and Sustainability is addressed globally to communities, schools and researchers in professional, governmental and unit operations; descriptive and illustrative sections include all sectors to ensure Earth Systems Protection as our capacity reaches an unsustainable climax. .
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    Pages: XXIII, 330 p. 199 illus., 162 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030985844
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Pollution. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Health.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Environmental Awareness Studies in Environmental Management at Terengganu, Malaysia -- Chapter2. Human Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals Exposure Due to Selected Freshwater Fishes Ingestion from Sungai Kuantan, Malaysia -- Chapter3. Determination of Nickel and Cadmium in Freshwater Fishes in Kuantan River and Riau River -- Chapter4. Tourism Sustainability: Perspectives on Past Works, Issues and Future Research Opportunities -- Chapter5. Overview on Particulate Matter Emissions at Construction Site: Story in Malaysia -- Chapter6. The Contribution of Polluter Pays Principle (Ppp) Approach on Environmental Pollution Reduction and Health Risk for Municipal Solid Waste (Msw) -- Chapter7. General Overview on Cellulose and Cellulose Nanocrystals: Properties, Extraction and Application -- Chapter8. Strengthening Wildlife Protection Laws in Malaysia to Deter Poaching -- Chapter9. Lifting of Corporate Veil in Wildlife Crime: The Lacuna of Law in Malaysia.
    Abstract: This volume provides case studies conducted in Malaysia based on environmental management and the sustainable development of human and ecological systems. The first chapter discusses awareness studies in environmental management in Terengganu, Malaysia. The second chapter is about human health risk assessment of heavy metals exposure due to freshwater fish ingestion from Sungai Kuantan, Malaysia. The third chapter discusses nickel and cadmium pollution in freshwater fishes in Kuantan River and Riau River. Chapter four discusses tourism sustainability. Chapters five and six provide an overview on particulate matter emissions at construction sites, and municipal solid waste (MSW) management approaches. In chapter seven, the book provides a general overview on cellulose and cellulose nanocrystals extraction. Finally, chapters eight and nine discuss legal measures for wildlife protection in Malaysia, and how improved environmental management practices are needed to achieve this. The book is intended for environmental managers, wildlife organizations, and students and researchers studying sustainable development, waste management, and corporate impacts on the environment. .
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    Pages: XI, 137 p. 23 illus., 18 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030939328
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Pollution.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Monitoring and Assessment of Polluted Water -- Coastal Reservoirs - A Technology That Can Quench Indian Thirst -- Heavy Metal Accumulation in Dominant Edible Fish Species of River Kolab in Koraput District of Ordisha -- Cake and Membrane Filtration in Mitigating Global Water Demand -- Part II: Wastewater Treatment and Reuse -- Potential for Use of Treated Waste Water for Industrial Reuse in India -- Understanding Sustainable Arsenic Mitigation Technology Application in the Indian Subcontinent -- Sequential Anaerobic-Aerobic Co-Treatment of Three Herbicides Mixture in Water: A Comprehensive Study on Biotransformation -- Wastewater Management and Treatment Technologies with Recycling and Reuse Issues in India Leading to Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) -- Wastewater and Its Impacts in India -- Part III : Wastewater Remediation -- Nutrient Loading Impact on Remediation of Hydrocarbon Polluted Groundwater using Constructed Wetland -- Municipal Wastewater – A Remedy for Water Stress in India -- Biosorptive Removal of a Herbicide, Glyphosate Using Waste Activated Sludge of Tannery Industry -- Wastewater Treatment Processes With Special Reference to Activated Sludge Process in Indian Conditions for Water Use Sustainability -- Assessment of Water Resources in Development of Rajasthan -- Part IV: Waste and Sustainability -- Sustainable Construction Practices for Residential Buildings to Reduce the Water Footprint -- Water Resources Availability and Its Teleconnection with Large Scale Climatic Oscillations Over Godavari River Basin -- Part V: Conclusion and Recommendation -- Update, Conclusions and Recommendations for “Wastewater Assessment, Treatment, Reuse and Development in India”.
    Abstract: This book contains up-to-date information and findings in research on the evaluation, treatment, reusability, and development of wastewater in India. The book covers the assessment for drinking water, including membrane filtration, supervision, and evaluation of wastewater, environmental pollution control, wastewater treatment and recycling, advanced bioremediation techniques and wastewater's impact on India. With this wide range of treatment and technologies of wastewater, this book is a source of invaluable information to guide Indian policy planners and makers to move forward to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal 6. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 321 p. 116 illus., 80 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030957865
    Series Statement: Earth and Environmental Sciences Library,
    DDC: 333.7
    Language: English
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    Keywords: Environmental health. ; Medical sciences. ; Medical economics. ; Bioclimatology. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Environmental Health. ; Health Sciences. ; Health Economics. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Monitoring.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Modelling of Human Activities on Planetary Systems for Sustainable Living -- 2. Sustainable management model for native flora in the face of climate change and planetary health. 3. Entomophagy and the Nexus Between Human and Planetary Health -- 4. Future of flood control projects in Bangladesh considering the health of its floodplain and inhabitants -- 5. Ways to Protect and Preserve Human and Planetary Health through the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Sector in Schools.
    Abstract: This book contains a set of papers which explore the subject matter of human and planetary health at various angles The year 2015 was a special year in the field of human and planetary health. In that year, the report, produced by the Rockefeller Foundation and the journal The Lancet, called “Safeguarding human health in the Anthropocene epoch: report of The Rockefeller Foundation-Lancet Commission on planetary health” was launched. Also in 2015, the World Health Organization and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity published the report “Connecting global priorities: biodiversity and human health: a state of knowledge review” with over 100 contributors, meant to guide future joint actions. Both documents comprehensively address the need for a better understanding of the connections between human health and ecosystems and the risks associated with damages to the integrity of the planet. The period in which humanity finds itself right now, the Anthropocene, is a risk one since mankind is putting the planet under considerable pressure. These elements have led to the emergence of a new field of research, namely planetary health. Planetary health seeks to address a very concrete and urgent contemporary problem, namely the need to understand, quantify, and act in order to reverse the effects of human population growth and the acceleration of socioeconomic activities on the environment and, inter alia, the disturbances in the Earth's natural ecosystems and how these, in turn, impact human health and well-being. Anthropic disturbances in natural ecosystems are characterized by changes in climate, land use, changes in the nitrogen and phosphorus cycle, chemical pollution of soil, water and air, reduction in the availability of drinking water, loss of biodiversity, destruction of the ozone layer, and ocean acidification, among others. In all these areas, there is a perceived need to document and promote examples of initiatives and good practice, which may change current trends. This book addresses this need. It documents experiences, case studies, and projects which explore the connections between human and planetary health and illustrates examples which show the consequences of ecosystemic disturbances to the health and well-being of humanity. Thanks to its design and the contributions by experts from various areas, it provides a welcome contribution to the literature on planetary health, and it inspires further works in this field.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 399 p. 130 illus., 116 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031098796
    Series Statement: Climate Change Management,
    DDC: 613.1
    Language: English
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    Keywords: Geomorphology. ; Physical geography. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Environmental management. ; Engineering geology. ; Geomorphology. ; Physical Geography. ; Environmental Studies. ; Environmental Management. ; Geoengineering.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section I: Climate Change and Rivers Response -- Large-scale sediment transport modelling: development, application, and insights -- An Appraisal to Anthropogeomorphology of the Chel River basin, Outer Eastern Himalayas and foreland, West Bengal, India -- Channel Migration Vulnerability in the Kaljani River basin of Eastern India -- Exploring change of river morphology and water quality in the stone mine areas of Dwarka River Basin, Eastern India -- An attempt to forecast seasonal precipitation in the Comahue River basins (Argentina) to increase productivity performance in the region -- Channel Instability in Upper Tidal Regime of Bhagirathi-Hugli River, India -- The pattern of extreme precipitation and river-runoff from gauge data in Eastern Nepal -- Climate change and its impact on catchment linkage and connectivity -- Inter-decadal variability of precipitation patterns increasing the runoff intensity in Lower reach of Shilabati River basin, West Bengal -- Section II: Land degradation, Resource Depletion and Livelihood Challenges -- Are the badlands of Tapi Basin in Deccan Trap Region of India “Vanishing Landscape -- Soil Piping: Problems and Prospects -- Role of LU & LC types on the spatial distribution of Arsenic contaminated tube wells of Purbasthali I & II Blocks of Burdwan District, West Bengal, India -- Forecasting the danger of the forest fire season in north-west Patagonia, Argentina -- Quantifying the Spatio-seasonal Water Balance and Land Surface Temperature Interface in Chandrabhaga River Basin, Eastern India -- Application of ensemble machine learning models to assess the sub-regional groundwater potentiality: a GIS-based approach -- Enhancement of natural and technogenic soils through sustainable soil amelioration products for a reduction of aeolian and fluvial translocation processes -- Assessment of land use and land cover change in the Purulia district, India using LANDSAT data -- "Prioritization of Watershed Developmental Plan by the Identification of Soil Erosion Prone Areas using USLE & RUSLE Methods for Sahibi Sub-Watershed of Rajasthan and Haryana state, India" -- Estimation of soil erosion using Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) Model in Subarnarekha River Basin, India -- Land Cover Changes in Green Patches and its Impact on Carbon Sequestration in an Urban System, India -- Review on Sustainable Groundwater Development and Management Strategies Associated with the Largest Alluvial Multi-Aquifer Systems of Indo-Gangetic Basin in India -- Section III: Large Dams and River Systems -- Predicting the distribution of farm dams in rural South Africa using GIS and remote sensing -- Large Dams, Upstream Responses, and Riverbank Erosion: Experience -- Section IV: Climate Change, Geomorphic Hazards and human livelihood -- Climate Change and Human Performance: Assessment of Physiological Strain in Male Paddy Cultivators in Hooghly, West Bengal, India -- Study on Climate change and its impact on coastal habitats with special reference to ecosystem vulnerability of the Odisha coastline, India -- The Millennium Flood of the Upper Ganga Delta, West Bengal, India: A Remote Sensing Based Study -- Tropical Cyclone: A Natural Disaster with special reference to Amphan -- Observed changes in the precipitation regime in the Argentinean Patagonia and their geographical implication -- An assessment of severe storms, their impacts and social vulnerability in coastal areas: A case study of General Pueyrredon, Argentina -- Modelling and mapping landslide susceptibility of Darjeeling Himalaya using geospatial technology -- Climate change induced coastal hazards and community vulnerability in Indian Sundarban -- Sea-level changes along Bangladesh coast: how much we know about it? -- Assessing channel migration, bank erosion vulnerability and suitable human habitation sites in the Torsa River Basin of Eastern India using AHP model and geospatial technology.-Spatiotemporal Assessment of Drought Intensity and Trend Along With Change Point: A Study on Bankura District, West Bengal, India -- Landslide susceptibility assessment and management using advanced hybrid machine learning algorithms in Darjeeling Himalaya, India -- Predicting the landslide susceptibility in Eastern Sikkim Himalayan region, India using Boosted Regression Tree and REPTree machine learning techniques -- An Exploratory Analysis of Mountaineering Risk Estimation among the mountaineers in Indian Himalaya.
    Abstract: The edited book deals with climate change and its response to river system which is one of the most burning issues of the Global environment. Due to urbanization and industrialization land degradation and resource depletion are happening and promoting livelihood challenges in the world which is reflected in the book too. The book addresses the construction of dams over large rivers and its possible consequences in the environment. Changes of the hydrology and sedimentology are to be addressed in the book. The climate change phenomena and associated geomorphic hazards and contemporary environmental issues such as sea level rise, coastal flood, drought, wind erosion, flood, soil erosion, landslide, depletion of ground water, coastal erosion etc. are elaborated in the book with suitable methods and techniques. So this edited book will contribute a lot to general to particular filed of studies and will help to geographers, geomorphologists, environmentalists, planners, policy makers and developers for studies and promoting regional plans and development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VIII, 720 p. 376 illus., 343 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031045325
    Series Statement: Geography of the Physical Environment,
    DDC: 551.41
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    Keywords: Environmental Law. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental policy. ; Environmental Law. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Environmental Policy: The current paradigm -- Chapter2. Decision Uncertainty in a New Public Policy Paradigm -- Chapter3. Introduction to MIRA, an Open Solution Approach -- Chapter4. The MIRA Approach: Initialization -- Chapter5. The MIRA Approach – Iterate to Stakeholder Agreement by Minimizing Decision Uncertainty -- Chapter6. Open Solution Approaches: Not Just for Decision Making -- Appendix.
    Abstract: This book exposes the barriers to inclusive and effective public policy making, which are the current decision making paradigm and commonly held ideas that reduce public policy problems to scientific and technical ones. Through both environmental policy and other decision making examples, readers are shown the commonalities of all decision making. Solution-oriented practitioners and stakeholders will find this book filling a conceptual and methodological gap in existing policy literature and practice. The authors deftly guide readers from post-normal science, wicked problems, and uncertainty concepts to a conceptually-grounded, practical implementation of a new approach, the open solution approach. The Multi-criteria Integrated Resource Assessment (MIRA) is described as the first generation methodology that fulfills the expectations for the inclusive, transparent, and learning-based open solutions approach. MIRA is a holistic package of concepts, methods and analytical tools that is designed to assess Decision Uncertainty, the combined uncertainties that include data, problem formulation, expert judgments, and stakeholder opinions. Introduction of the Requisite Steps, the common steps found in all decision making, provides the yardstick for evaluating a variety of decision making processes, decision tools, and commonly found indices such as the Dow Jones Industrial Average or the Newsweek Green Ranking of corporations. The use of anecdotes, policy stories, and case examples makes this a very readable and practical book for citizens and experts. With this book, readers are prepared to critically evaluate these common indices for their personal use as well as challenge policy processes as a stakeholder. For policy practitioners, this guidebook will become a rubric to ensure an effective public policy making process and to critically evaluate decision support tools.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 203 p. 27 illus., 3 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030321307
    Series Statement: Risk, Systems and Decisions,
    DDC: 344.046
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Assessment of Water Resources in Poland -- Surface Water Eutrophication in Poland: Assessment and Prevention -- Hydrogeological Conditions and Management of Groundwater Resources in Poland -- Water Resources in Lithuania -- Assessment of Water Resources Pollution in Lithuania -- Water Supply and Demand in Lithuania -- Wastewater Management in Lithuania -- Urban Rainwater Drainage in Lithuania -- Wastewater Sludge Management in Latvia -- Analysis of Factors Controlling Pathogen Destruction in Municipal Sludge During Handling -- Phosphors Fluxes in the Baltic Sea Region – a Meta Data Analysis -- Regulatory Scenarios to Counteract High Phosphors Inputs into the Baltic Sea -- Water Resources of the Russian Rivers of the Baltic Sea Basin and their Possible Changes under Global Warming -- Schemes of Complex Use and Protection of Water Objects in the Russian Part of the Baltic Sea Basin as a Basis for Water Resources Management -- Conclusions and Recommendations.
    Abstract: This unique book shares the knowledge and experience of experts and scientists who apply high-quality findings and input from their research to issues concerning the management of water resources and their quality in Baltic countries including Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Germany and Russia. It summarizes the latest results of several systematic investigations, and assesses the occurrence and quality of surface and underground waters within the Baltic countries to help decision-makers plan for sustainable development. The book addresses a range of water resources management issues, especially those that are relevant to the water quality in these Baltic countries. It presents cutting-edge information and findings that can be effectively used to solve a variety of problems in integrated water resources management. Accordingly, it will be of interest to graduate students, researchers, water scientists, professionals, experts and practitioners working in water resources management.
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    Pages: X, 321 p. 88 illus., 80 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030397012
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 363.73
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    Keywords: Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental policy. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Kyenotes: Landslide Recognition and Mapping for Slope Disaster Risk Reduction and Management - Keynote Speech -- Landslide susceptibility mapping by interpretation of aerial photographs, AHP and precise DEM -- Landslide recognition and mapping: New landslide inventory map of the Sudetes Mountains (south-western Poland) -- Gullies as landforms for landslide initiation – examples from the Dubračina River Basin (Croatia) -- Opportunities and challenges of the object-oriented automatic landslide detection from the high resolution Digital Elevation Model -- Can Repeat LiDAR Surveys Locate Future Massive Landslides? -- Semi-automatic Landslide Inventory Mapping with Multiresolution Segmentation Process: A Case Study from Ulus District (Bartin, NW Turkey) -- Landslide mapping based on UAV and SfM – Case study of the 2018 Prnjavor Čuntićki landslide, Croatia -- Developing recognition and simple mapping by UAV/SfM for local resident in mountainous area in Vietnam – A case study in Po Xi Ngai Community, Laocai province -- Landslide activity classification based on Sentinel-1 satellite radar interferometry data -- Updating Landslide Activity State and Intensity by Means of Persistent Scatterer Interferometry -- Damming predisposition of river networks: a mapping methodology -- Landslides along Halong-Vandon Expressway in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam -- Landslide hazard assessment and zonation – susceptibility modelling: New data on geological conditions of landslide activity on Vorobyovy Gory (Moscow, Russia) -- Impact of agricultural management in vineyards to landslides susceptibility in Italian Apennines -- Landslide susceptibility in two secondary rivers of La Ciénega watershed, Nevado de Toluca volcano, Mexico -- An Ordinal Scale Weighting Approach for Susceptibility Mapping Around Tehri Dam, Uttarakhand, India -- Potential Analysis of Deep-seated Landslides Caused by Typhoon Morakot Using Slope Unit -- Landslide susceptibility assessment using binary logistic regression in northern Philippines Landslide Hazard Mapping of Penang Island Malaysia based on Multilayer Perceptron Approach -- Landslide Susceptibility Mapping Based on the Deep Belief Network: A Case Study in Sichuan Province, China -- A Comparative study of deep learning and conventional neural network forevaluating landslide susceptibility using landslide initiation zones -- Landslide susceptibility assessment by ensemble-based Machine Learning models -- Application of Machine Learning Algorithms and Their Ensemble for Landslide Susceptibility Mapping -- Overcoming data scarcity related issues for landslide susceptibility modeling with machine learning -- Practical accounting of uncertainties in data-driven landslide susceptibility models. Examples from the Lanzhou case study -- Assessment of shallow landslides susceptibility using SHALSTAB and SINMAP at Serra do Mar, Brazil -- Regional slope stability analysis in landslide hazard assessment context, North Macedonia example -- Applying the Newmark model in the assessment of earthquake triggered landslides during the 2017 Ms 7.0 Jiuzhaigou earthquake, China -- Evaluation of secondary landslide susceptibility for the rescue activity using LiDAR UAV data -- Methodology for landslides assessment causing river channel obstructions and the consequent water shortage in rural communities -- Landslide hazard assessment and zonation – temporal and size modelling: Landslide Size Distribution Characteristics of Cretaceous and Eocene Flysch Assemblages in the Western Black Sea Region of Turkey -- A statistical exploratory analysis of inventoried slide-type movements for South Tyrol (Italy) -- Assessing landslide volume for landform hazard zoning purposes -- Empirical relationships to estimate the probability of runout exceedance for various landslide types -- Rapid sensitivity analysis for reducing uncertainty in landslide hazard assessment -- Applying debris flow simulation for detailed hazard and risk mapping -- Debris-Flow Peak Discharge Calculation Model Based on Erosion Zoning -- Assessment of rainfall-induced landslides in Tomioka city, Gunma Prefecture, Japan (Oct 2019) based on a simple prediction model and assumption parameters -- Rainfall-induced lahar occurrences shortly after eruptions and its initiation processes in Japan -- Spatiotemporal Assessment of Geological Hazard Safety along Railway Engineering using a Novel Method: A Case Study of the Sichuan-Tibet Railway, China -- Slope Stability and Landslide Hazard in Volubilis Archaeological Site (Morocco) -- Landslide data and information for disaster mitigation: Slope Hazard and Risk Mapping Project (PBRC) – An Overview of Disaster Risk Reduction Initiative -- Risk-informed Land Use Planning for Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction -- Landslides in steep-slope agricultural landscapes -- From satellite images to field survey: a complete scheme of lanslide InSAR monitoring -- Slope disaster risk reduction map as a communication tool for community based DRR in Japan & Vietnam -- Landslide vulnerability of people, communities and the built environment: People vulnerability to landslide: risky behaviours and dangerous conditions by gender and age -- Using mixed-methods to understand community vulnerability to debris flows in Montecito, CA -- Innovation in analysis and forecasting of vulnerability to slow-moving landslides -- Sentinel-1 PSI data for the evaluation of landslide geohazard and impact -- On the use of UAVs for landslide exposure of households: La Gloria neighbourhood, Teziutlán, Puebla -- Ordinal Logistic Regression to automatic classify shallow landslide risk level in Sao Paulo city, Brazil -- Site-specific risk assessment of buildings exposed to rock fall in India- A case study -- Cutting-edge technologies aiming for better outcomes of landslide disaster mitigation.
    Abstract: This book is a part of ICL new book series “ICL Contribution to Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction” founded in 2019. Peer-reviewed papers submitted to the Fifth World Landslide Forum were published in six volumes of this book series. This book contains the followings: • Keynotes • Landslide detection, recognition and mapping • Landslide susceptibility assessment and modelling • Landslide size statistics and temporal modelling • Data and information for landslide disaster mitigation • Vulnerability to landslides of people, communities and the built environment Dr. Fausto Guzzetti is General Director of Office III – Technical and Scientific Activities for Risk Forecasting and Prevention, Department of Civil Protection, Italian Presidency of the Council of Ministers, on leave from the Italian National Research Council. Prof. Snježana Mihalić Arbanas is a Full Professor of the Faculty of Mining, Geology and Petroleum Engineering of the University of Zagreb, Croatia. She is the Chair of ICL Network Committee. Paola Reichenbach is a Senior Researcher of the Research Institute for Geo-Hydrological Protection, an institute of the Italian National Research Council (IRPI-CNR), Perugia, Italy. Prof. Kyoji Sassa is the Founding President and the Secretary-General of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL). He has been the Editor-in-Chief of International Journal Landslides since its foundation in 2004. Prof. Peter Bobrowsky is the President of the International Consortium on Landslides. He is a Senior Scientist of Geological Survey of Canada, Ottawa, Canada. Prof. Kaoru Takara is the Executive Director of the International Consortium on Landslides. He is a Professor and Dean of Graduate School of Advanced Integrated Studies (GSAIS) in Human Survivability (Shishu-Kan), Kyoto University.
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    Pages: XXIX, 505 p. 417 illus., 385 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030602277
    Series Statement: ICL Contribution to Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction,
    DDC: 551
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Management. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Environmental policy. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Management. ; Renewable Energy. ; Environmental Policy. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I. Scientific Foundations of Sustainability -- 1. Perspectives of Sustainability: towards Design and Implementation -- 2. Framework to Identify Preferred Sustainable Management Actions with Application to Forest Fuel Treatment -- 3. Sustainable Development in Indonesian Regions: Towards an Assessment -- 4. Sustainability of Water Ecosystems: from Theory to Practice -- Part II. Promoting Sustainability through Policies -- 5. Balancing Sustainable Coastal Management with Development in New Zealand -- 6. Remediation Measures for Accumulated Environmental Damages Using Principles of Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Russian Regions -- 7. Defining Sustainability as Measurable Improvement in the Environment: Lessons from a Supply Chain Program for Agriculture in the United States -- 8. Local Aspects of Water Quality Assessment as the Basis for Regional Sustainable Development -- 9. Developing Indicators for Sustainable Water Management using Australian National Water Account -- 10. Evolving Perspective of Sustainability: Lessons from Nepal’s Community Forestry Programme -- Part III. Implementing Sustainability in Practice -- 11. A Study of Seasonal Trends in Precipitation Patterns during a Period of Forty Years for Sustainable Agricultural Water Management in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina -- 12. Advanced Energy Storage Devices: Principles and Potential Applications in Sustainable Energetics -- 13. Spatial Variability of Reasonable Government Rebates for Rainwater Tank Installations: A Case Study for Adelaide, Australia -- 14. Strategic Planning of Socio-Economic Development in Russian Regions on the Basis of Sustainability Principles -- 15. Resilience of Desalination Plants for Sustainable Water Supply in Middle East -- 16. Managing the Forest Fringes of India: A National Perspective for Meeting Sustainable Development Goals.
    Abstract: The book presents methodological and applied aspects of sustainability and sustainable management from different countries and regions around the globe. It discusses approaches to sustainability assessment, demonstrates how ideas of sustainability and sustainable management are incorporated into public policies and private actions at local and national levels. Authors focus on promoting greater sustainability in natural resource management, energy production and storage, housing design, industrial reorganization, coastal planning, land use, and business strategy, including sustainability indicators, environmental damages, and theoretical frameworks. Chapters reflect environmental, economic and social issues in sustainable development, challenges encountered, and lessons learned as well as solutions proposed.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 347 p. 112 illus., 70 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030195502
    Series Statement: Strategies for Sustainability,
    DDC: 304.2
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  • 132
    Keywords: Pollution. ; Environmental management. ; Physical geography. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Management. ; Physical Geography.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water Resource in Slovenia -- Management of Artificial Groundwater Recharge in Slovenia -- Water Resources Management in North Macedonia -- Water Resources of Serbia and its Utilization -- Water Resources Management in Croatia -- An overview of Environmental Aspects of Water Resources in Croatia -- Water Management in the Agricultural Sector in Greece -- Water Resource Management in Bulgaria -- River Systems under the Anthropogenic and Climate Change Impacts: Bulgarian Case -- Development of Hydropower in Balkan Region -- Water Resources of Romania – Spatial and Temporal Variability -- Drought and Insolvency: Case study of the Producer-Buyer Conflict (Romania, the period between the year 2011-2012) -- Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve - Long Term Assessment of Water Quality -- Water quality and pollution status of the main rivers in the Republic of Macedonia -- Conclusions and Recommendations.
    Abstract: This book presents an overview and knowledgeable on water resources management in Balkan countries – Slovenia, North Macedonia, Serbia, Croatia, Greece, and Bulgaria. The book shows the state of the art and also the latest research findings of the different aspects of water resources management in Balkan countries with case studies that reveal the best practice in water resources management, development, and protection. Researchers and scientists from the Balkan countries present their experiences and expertise on a wide range of water resources topics. Therefore, the book is of particular interest to decisions planners/makers and stakeholders. Also, the book will be useful to experts, professionals, researchers, scientists, practitioners, academics working in the field of water resources management in Balkan countries and analogous regions.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 469 p. 171 illus., 165 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030224684
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 363.73
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    Keywords: Environmental geography. ; Climatology. ; Environmental health. ; Human geography. ; Environmental management. ; Integrated Geography. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Health. ; Human Geography. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: I. Introductory -- 1. Introduction: Extreme Weather and Human Health: Global Perspective -- 2. Dust Storms and Human Health -- 3. The Impacts of Climate Change on Health and Development in Canadian Arctic and Sub-Arctic Communities in the 21st Century: A Systematic Review -- 4. Wildland Fire, Extreme Weather, and Society: Implications of a History of Fire Suppression in California, USA -- 5. Extreme Weather Events, Health and Development.
    Abstract: This edited book assesses the impacts of various extreme weather events on human health and development from a global perspective, and includes several case studies in various geographical regions around the globe. Covering all continents, it describes the impact of extreme weather conditions such as flash floods, heatwaves, cold waves, droughts, forest fires, strong winds and storms in both developing and developed countries. The contributing authors also investigate the spread of diseases and the risk to food security caused by drought and flooding. Further, the book discusses the economic damage resulting from natural disasters including hurricanes. It has been estimated that in 2017 natural disasters and climate change resulted in economic losses of 309 billion US dollars. Scientists also predict that if nothing is done to curb the effects of climate change, in Europe the death toll due to weather disasters could rise 50-fold by the end of the 21st century, with extreme heat alone causing more than 150,000 deaths a year, as the report on global warming of 1.5°C warns that China, Russia and Canada’s current climate policies would steer the world above a catastrophic 5°C of warming by the end of 2100. As such, the book highlights how the wellbeing of different populations is threatened by extreme events now and in the foreseeable future.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVIII, 382 p. 83 illus., 70 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030237738
    DDC: 910
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    Keywords: Soil science. ; Environment. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Soil Science. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Causes of Land Degradation -- Chapter 3. Effects of Land Degradation -- Chapter 4. Control of Land Degradation -- Chapter 5. Benefits of Land degradation Control -- Chapter 6. Climate change and Land Degradation.
    Abstract: Much of the earth's population is dependent on agriculture as it provides food for their sustenance. Successful crop production depends to a considerable extent on land and climate. Soil is the main component of land and a fertile soil is essential for crop growth. However, soil fertility declines over the years mainly due to land degradation. Hence, implementing appropriate measures to control land degradation is important. It is the responsibility of the farmers and the governments to take action to control land degradation. Agricultural extension officers are involved in making farmers aware of land degradation and control measures. Planners and policy makers need scientific assessments on land degradation and its implications so that they could advice the relevant authorities who prepare the national programs and budgets. This book highlights issues related to land degradation, the causal factors and methods of control. The audience is agricultural practitioners and planners as well as students of agriculture. Environmentalists would also benefit by understanding the main issues related to land degradation discussed.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XI, 68 p. 10 illus., 9 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031121388
    Series Statement: SpringerBriefs in Geography,
    DDC: 631.4
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Social Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Overview of Water Resources, Quality, and Management in India -- The Interlinking of Indian Rivers for Sustainable Use of Water Resources in India: An Overview -- An Overview: Water Resources Management Aspect in India -- Drought Characterization During Monsoon Months Based on Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) in Nuapada District, Odisha, India -- Forest-Water Interactions at Catchment Scales for Pollution Management -- Assessment of Groundwater Quality In And Around Nemawar, Madhya Pradesh, India -- Hydrological Response of Factors Affecting Rainfall Water Discharge and Water Balance - A Case Study of Tons Watershed -- Water Quality Status of the Narmada River Across Its Basin: Predicting Water Quality Using Artificial Neural Network -- Rain Water Harvesting Methods in Rajasthan -- Groundwater Exploration Using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques Coupled With Vertical Electrical Soundings From Hard Rock Terrain: A Case Study In Salem District, Southern India -- Management of Coal Fly Ash Leachates Generated From Disposal Sites Near Thermal Power Plants -- Assessment of Water Quality by Evaluating Water Quality Index Over Kolkota Using Statistical Approach - A Step Towards Water Pollution Management -- Assessment of Water Quality of Ramganga River in Moradabad Region -- Assessment of Surface Water Quality of Indian Rivers in Terms of Water Quality Index (WQI) -- Groundwater Quality Assessment in the Semi-Arid Blocks of Rajasthan, India: .A Combined Approach of Fuzzy Aggregation Technique with GIS -- Assessment of Groundwater Quality Parameters for Drinking Purpose Using IDW, GIS and Statistical Analysis Methods: A Case Study of Basaltic Hard Rock Area in Mahesh River Basin, Akola and Buldhana Districts (MS), India -- Evaluation of Hydro-Meteorological Conditions and Water Resource Potential for a Coalfield Area of Damodar Valley, India -- Distribution and Statistical Source Identification of Heavy Metals and Radionuclides in Soil: A Case Study From a Proposed Uranium Mining Site, Jharkhand, India -- Conclusion and Recommendation.
    Abstract: This book presents up-to-date information on the status of water resources in India. The book presents an assessment of the surface water and groundwater condition to help stakeholders take the necessary actions to control the pollution to make the water resources of India sustainable. The book covers various topics, including forest-water interactions for governing water quality at catchment scales, water quality status, rainwater harvesting methods, acid-mine drainage, water pollution, management strategies, drinking water quality, and treatment of industrial wastewater relevant topics. This book is of importance policy planners to improve the situation in a step towards the sustainability of water resources in India.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVI, 412 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030956875
    Series Statement: Earth and Environmental Sciences Library,
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Water. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Renewable Energy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Sustainable utilization of wastewater: an overview -- Chapter 2. Productions of Bioenergy from Wastewater -- Chapter 3. Production of Biogas from wastewater -- Chapter 4. Various treatment technology for generation of Biogas -- Chapter 5. Biohydrogen production from wastewater -- Chapter 6. Various treatment technologies for the generation of biohydrogen from sludge and wastewater -- Chapter 7. Lipid biomass to Biodiesel -- Chapter 8. Biopolymers from wastewater -- Chapter 9. Recovery of nutrients from wastewater -- Chapter 10. Recovery of various metals from wastewater -- Chapter 11. Resource recovery from wastewater -- 12. Biofertilizers from wastewater -- Chapter 13. Microbial fuel cell and wastewater treatment -- Chapter 14. Various applications of Sludge as resources -- Chapter 15. Future research on the sustainable utilization of wastewater as resources -- Chapter 16. Aerobic treatment of high-strength ammonium wastewater-nitrogen removal via nitrate -- Chapter 17. Thermophilic aerobic biological wastewater treatment -- Chapter 18. Aerobic treatment of winery wastewater using jet-loop activated sludge reactor -- Chapter 19. Advancements in the application of aerobic granular biomass technology for sustainable treatment of wastewater.
    Abstract: The book is unique in highlighting the issue of wastewater as one of the important environmental issues. The uniqueness also lies in exploring the concepts of converting waste into resources in the form of bioenergy, biofertilizers through various biological methods. Given the international scenario, the chapters of this book are designed to include both anaerobic and aerobic methods of resource recovery from the industrial wastewater. The book is a step toward design with nature and the concept of green chemistry. Waste menace is one of the most voiced and unsolved problems in the entire world. The whole world is facing the threat of water pollution, soil pollution/ land pollution, odour pollution from the growing waste. Though we find many missions and programs at international, national, and regional level to solve the waste associated issues, this is mostly in context with the solid fraction of the waste. Very little is being done to manage the liquid part of the waste or what we call the wastewater. The conversion of wastewater has the potential to be converted to energy in the form bioenergy, bio-fertilizers, electricity, nutrient recovery, etc. The use of sludge as biofertilizers solves the problem of sludge management on the one hand and production of organic crops on the other. The biological treatment methods like sludge treatment gives the farmers the source of biofertilizers and organic manure for the plants. In the present scenario, energy crisis is also one of the issues that we are facing particularly in context with the thermal power plants which are environmentally highly polluting. Through various techniques like microbial fuel cells or biohydrogen, we get a source of cleaner energy. So, through this book, we try to produce the content and information to give the audience an understanding of the waste water as one of the environmental and health issues and mitigation strategies. The book gives a sufficient understanding of how waste can be turned into a resource.
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    Pages: VI, 386 p. 47 illus., 42 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031401985
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Bioclimatology. ; Pollution. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental policy. ; Water. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1: Background and Setting -- Chapter 1. Introduction (Simi Kamal) -- Chapter 2: Water Resource Potential: Status and Overview (Mohsin Hafeez and Muhammad Arshad) -- Chapter 3: Water Supply and Demand: National and Regional Trends (Shahid Ahmad and Ghufran Ahmad) -- Chapter 4: Water Infrastructure and Institutional Setting (from Chapter 8) (Muhammad Arshad and Fahad Amjad) -- Chapter 5:Political Economy of Water (Erum Sattar) -- Part 2. Sectoral Specific Issues -- Chapter 6: Water and Agriculture – a major area of water policy reforms (Kalim Qamar, Robina Wahaj, Asif Sharif and Mahmood Ahmad) -- Chapter 7: Drinking Water Supply and Sanitation (Naseer Ahmad, and Mitsuo Yoshida) -- Chapter 8: Water Storage and Hydropower (Daud Ahmad and Aslam Rasheed) -- Part 3. Sector-wide Issues -- Chapter 9: Water Pricing, Demand Management, and Allocative Efficiency (Mahmood Ahmad and Ahsan Tayyab) -- Chapter 10: Groundwater Overexploitation and Water Mismanagement (Sanval Nasim) -- Chapter 11: Water Quality and Salinity (Muhammad Abid Bodla, Mohammad Ashraf and Vaqar Zakaria) -- Part 4. Regional. International and Future Issues -- Chapter 12: Wastewater treatment in Pakistan: Issue, challenges and solution (Fozia Parveen, and Sher Jamal Khan) -- Chapter 13: Water Treaties: National and international (Azeem Shah, Erum Sattar) -- Chapter 14: Water and Climate Change: A New Challenge (Asif Khan , Muhammad Zia-ur-Rahman Hashmi and Aisha Khan) -- Chapter 15: Developing knowledge-based capacity for resource management and service delivery (Skill, Information, and Technology-based Resource Management and Service Delivery) (Abubakr Muhammad and James Wescoat) -- Part 5. Looking Ahead -- Chapter 16: Toward Secure Water Future: Timeframe and Strategies (Mahmood Ahmad , Abubakr Muhammad and Ahsan Tayyab ). .
    Abstract: The water policy issues are well- documented in a large set of reports and studies, completed over time showing that the policy prescription and its implementation has been weak in the past as this book reveals. The key reforms initiated were lost due to a lack of government’s will and commitment and more so by pervasive political economy of water. Given this background, each chapter in the book follows a balanced approach in seeking and evaluating alternate solutions to water management issues, especially improvements in water governance and tackling new challenges emerging from the climate change in the short and long term. This approach underpins the importance of moving from the culture of piloting projects to actual implementation on an impact-oriented scale. The book would also highlight that most of the water solutions lie outside the water sector such as agriculture, population, economy, etc. Post COVID-19 policies are exploring new food-health nexus that calls for nature based solutions for our future agriculture growth. The book would show case pioneer work underway in Pakistan on how new policy discourse can reduce water use in agriculture without investing in expensive water technology and infrastructure, thus saving enough water for other competing purposes. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXX, 457 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031361319
    Series Statement: Global Issues in Water Policy, 30
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Water. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water as key resource in Circular Economy -- Impact Of Climate Change on Water Status: Challenges and Emerging Solutions -- Integrated Water Management - Directions of Activities and Policies -- Circular Water Management in Smart Cities -- The Influence of Mineral Parameters on the Geochemistry of Heavy Metals in Bottom Sediments -- Sustainable Water Use in Agriculture - Circular Economy Approach -- Innovative Solutions in the Transition to Circular Economy in Water Sector -- Advanced Treatment Technologies in Removal of Pollutants from Water and Wastewater -- The Role of Water Recycling in Building a Circular Economy in the Textile Industry -- The Role of Water Recycling in Building a Circular Economy in the Textile Industry -- Preliminary Microbiological Risk Assessment for Local Water Reuse in a Small MBR Waste Water Treatment Plant -- Can Remote Sensing be a Useful Tool to Increase Water Reuse in Agriculture? -- Nutrients Recovery in Water and Wastewater Sector -- Technologies for Nutrient Recovery From Municipal Wastewater -- Circular Economy in Domestic and Industrial Waste Waters: Challenges and Opportunities -- Monitoring of Circular Economy Implementation in Water Sector -- Water Footprint of Business and Circular Economy -- Economic, Social and Environmental Dimensions in the Circular Economy (CE) Monitoring Framework in Water and Wastewater Sector -- Circular Economy Indicators and Measures in Water and Wastewater Sector – Case Study -- Business Opportunities in Water and Wastewater Sector as a Part of the Resolve Framework -- Circular Economy Implementation in the Water Sector: Wastewater Treatment Plant Tychy-Urbanowice Case Study -- Wastewater-Based Circular Economy Operations in East Kolkata Wetlands (The Largest Ramasar Site in South Asia), India.
    Abstract: This book presents possible solutions for a circuler economy (CE) in the water and wastewater sector through an inventory of multidisciplinary knowledge with high scientific and practical importance which can contribute to support the transition to the CE model in water and wastewater sector. Water in modern studies exceeds being an important source for irrigation and drinking. It is now a significant source of renewable energy and a catalyst in most industrial and manufacturing products. The protection and sustainable management of water resources and water-based waste (as wastewater, sewage sludge, or sewage sludge ash) are important aspects of the CE, which is defined as a regenerative growth model that gives back to the planet more than it takes. Our book, entitled "Water in Circular Economy", delivers a comprehensive overview of the latest research covering the following aspects of water management from the perspective of the CE implementation: · Water as a key resource in the circular economy; · Innovative solutions in transition to the circular economy in water and wastewater sector; · Monitoring of circular economy implementation in water and wastewater sector.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 254 p. 106 illus., 81 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031181658
    Series Statement: Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation, IEREK Interdisciplinary Series for Sustainable Development,
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Geographic information systems. ; Agriculture. ; Landscape ecology. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Natural disasters. ; Environmental Management. ; Geographical Information System. ; Agriculture. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Water. ; Natural Hazards.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Applications to Agriculture and Forestry -- Water Resources and Ecology -- Urban Management -- Case Studies -- Conclusions and Recommendations.
    Abstract: This book discusses the problems in planning, building, and management strategies in the wake of application and expansion of remote sensing and GIS products in natural resources and infrastructure management. The book suggests proactive solutions to problems of natural resources and infrastructure management, providing alternatives for strategic planning, effective delivery, and growth perspectives. The uniqueness of the book is its broader spectrum of coverage with related interconnections and interdependences across science, engineering, and innovation. The book contains information that can be downscaled to the local level. Presenting a wide spectrum of viewpoints and approaches, the book is a collective of topics such as application to agriculture and forestry (land and landscape, agriculture, forestry management and deforestation), water resources and ecology (hydro-meteorological, climate diagnostics, and prognostics, water resources management, environment management, cross-scale ecology and resilience), urban management (urban planning, design, construction and operations of infrastructure, natural disasters, novel approaches to upgrade old infrastructure), hydro informatics, predictive and geospatial data analytics, synthesis, and management through the various processes, tools, and technologies.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 423 p. 189 illus., 165 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031140969
    Series Statement: Water Science and Technology Library, 105
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Climatology. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental economics. ; Economic development. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Economics. ; Development Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: PART 1 Food security as a global issue -- Chapter 1 Climate change and food security: A glance on principles and strategic road map -- Chapter 2 Commentary on evolution of policy and operationalization of action to make “food security” the first priority -- Chapter 3 Agricultural productivity and food security: Land degradation and changes over time -- Chapter 4 A Comprehensive Overview of Water and Food Security crisis influencing Human Mobility patterns -- PART 2 Climate variability and food security -- Chapter 5 The critical role of Smallholders in Survival food security -- Chapter 6 Climate change and food security in the Bamenda Highlands of Cameroon -- Chapter 7 Building capacities for agricultural disaster risk reduction in the Western Balkan Countries -- Chapter 8 Commentary on China’s current food security status, future trends and responses under climate variability -- PART 3 Food Security and Livelihoods -- Chapter 9 Leaving No One Behind from farm to fork; Building resilience along smallholder value chain in the context of climate change -- Chapter 10 Establishing Multi-Partnerships in Environmental Governance in Indonesia: Case of “DesaMakmurPerduliApi” (Prosperous and Fire Free Villages) Program -- Chapter 11 From Zero-Acreage Farming to Zero Hunger in African Cities: Some Possibilities and Opportunities -- Chapter 12 Organic Farming Practices can combat Drought and Land Degradation through efficient use of Land and Water -- Part 4 Concluding thoughts and reflections -- Chapter 13 Reality and Consequence for Livestock Production, Human Nutrition, Health and Food Security under the impact of climate change -- Chapter 14 Changes in Agricultural Land Use and Food Security: Challenges -- Chapter 15 Diversification and land use management practices for food and nutritional security under climate change scenario in arid and semi-arid regions -- Chapter 16 Unifying concepts, synthesis and conclusions.
    Abstract: This volume analyzes the global challenges of food security, land use changes, and climate change impacts on food production in order to recommend sustainable development policies, anticipate future food services and demands, and identify the economic benefits and trade-offs of meeting food security demands and achieving climate change mitigation objectives. The key points of analysis that form the conclusions of this book are based on measuring the quantity and quality of land and water resources, and the rate of use of sustainable management of these resources in the context of socio-economic factors, including food security, poverty, and climate change impacts. In six parts, readers will learn about these crucial dimensions of the affects of climate change on food security, and will gain a better understanding of how to assess the trade-offs when combating multiple climate change challenges and how to develop sustainable solutions to these problems. The book presents multidimensional perspectives from expert contributors, offering holistic and strategic approaches to link knowledge on climate change and food security with action in the form of policy recommendations, with a focus on sociological and socio-economic components of climate change impacts. The intended audience of the book includes students and researchers engaged in climate change and food security issues, NGOs, and policy makers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 355 p. 129 illus., 81 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030367626
    DDC: 630
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Environmental management. ; Microbiology. ; Renewable Energy. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction -- 2. Water hyacinth: An Environmental Concern or A sustainable lignocellulosic substrate -- 3. Lignocellulolytic Enzymology -- 4. Pretreatment strategies: Unlocking of lignocellulosic substrate -- 5. Biological pretreatment: Need of the Future -- 6. Strategies for Saccharification of Lignocellulosic substrate -- Bioethanol production from Water hyacinth.
    Abstract: This book discusses the production of bioethanol from water hyacinth, a potential source of lignocellulosic biomass. Biofuels, as an alternative to fossil fuels, not only ensure energy security but also mitigate air pollution and reduce greenhouse emissions. Biofuels can be produced from sugar- and starch-rich food crops (first-generation biofuel) or lignocellulosic biomass (second-generation biofuel). However, the overexploitation of conventional lignocellulosic sources such as agro-industrial residues, dedicated herbaceous, hardwoods and softwoods and forest residues may lead to problems in terms of land management and biodiversity conservation. Non-conventional sources include industrial cellulosic waste, municipal solid waste and weeds. Of these, weeds are an attractive lignocellulosic source due to their prevalence and easy availability. Eichhornia crassipes, commonly known as water hyacinth, is one of the world’s most invasive weeds due to its rapid proliferation rate, efficient survival strategies in extreme conditions, and it has a significant impact on the environment, ecological communities, human health and socioeconomic development. Strategies including physical removal, chemical methods and biological control agents have proven inefficient in completely eradicating Eichhornia crassipes. On the other hand, water hyacinth has a low lignin and high holocellulose content and is a rich source of lignocellulosic biomass, and has therefore been exploited as a raw material for the production of biofuel, biogas, animal and fish feed, compost and other valuable products. Further, being an aquatic plant, it does not compete with food crops for land resources. The bioethanol-generating capacity of water hyacinth is comparable to that of agricultural waste, making it a potential raw material for biofuel production.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 106 p. 4 illus., 2 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030356323
    DDC: 579
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    Keywords: Microbial ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Microbial genetics. ; Microbiology. ; Microbial Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Microbial Genetics. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Foreword -- Antibiotics used in aquaculture and their biological effects in fish -- Socio-political challenges facing microbiology research in Africa -- Low-Cost Household Water Treatment (HWT) Technologies for Microbiological Contaminants -- Microbial pathogens in water resource sediments: towards setting up guidelines for microbial sediment quality -- Some bacterial pathogens of public health concern in water and wastewater -- Understanding the development and structure of biofilms in water distribution systems and household water storage containers -- Enrichment versus non-enrichment methods of biodegradation of hydrocarbons -- Emerging viral diseases, resistance and impact in the environment -- Fermented foods and beverages in Africa and their potential health benefits -- Use of effective and competitive native strains of Rhizobium inoculants for sustainable agricultural productivity -- The Significance of Cryptosporidium and Giardia in Africa -- Vibrio cholerae and Cholera -- The use of biosurfactants in the bioremediation of oil-polluted water -- The era of bacterial genomics in antibiotic research in Africa -- Environmental risk related to Bacterial predation on Cyanobacteria -- Next-generation sequencing as a tool for profiling soil microbial communities in South Africa -- Biocidal activity of Algerian plant extracts on selected bacteria of public health concern -- Emerging and re-emerging bacterial pathogens of humans in environmental and hospital settings -- Prevalence of pathogenic E. coli genes on toilet sears from rural and peri-urban communities in South Africa -- Index.
    Abstract: Scientific output in low- and middle-income countries is greatly challenged by numerous factors. This is particularly pronounced in sub-Saharan African countries, despite the continent being the world’s second largest and second most-populous continent, currently undergoing rapid economic growth. Financial constraints and unclear areas of focus when funding is available, are among the limiting factors, with the consequence being the development of inadequate policies, especially those relating to environmental protection and conservation. This 13-chapter book is a unique piece in the field of microbiology, designed to stimulate some research areas in Africa by illustrating interesting and informative examples of the current applied research agenda in environmental microbiology in selected countries within the continent. With authors from the North, South, East and West of Africa, the book touches diverse applied methods and approaches to meet the pragmatic needs faced by environmental microbiologists in Africa. Also included are topics on viruses, bacteria (including cyanobacteria), and protozoa, and their importance in disease. Sustainable agriculture and aquaculture, and eco-friendly oil and hydrocarbon bioremediation and degradation approaches are highlighted. Microbial involvement in different common indoor (e.g., household kitchens, latrines, and hospitals) and outdoor settings including air, soil, and water habitats, and their resistance to commonly used antibiotics, are described. Hopefully, the work presented here will stimulate the need for increasing modern training and funding initiatives to prepare African microbiologists to meet the challenges they face in African universities and research laboratories.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 359 p. 28 illus., 24 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030352967
    DDC: 579.17
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    Keywords: Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Biotic communities. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental education. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Ecosystems. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental and Sustainability Education.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Introduction And Context -- Chapter 1: Introduction And Context -- Part II: Case Studies -- Chapter 2: Kenya Case Study One -- Chapter 3: Guatemala Case Study -- Chapter 4: Ghana Case Study One -- Chapter 5: Pacific Island Case Study -- Chapter 6: Saudi Arabia Case Study -- Chapter 7: Philippines Case Study One -- Chapter 8: Kenya Case Study Two -- Chapter 9: Tanzania Case Study -- Chapter 10: Indonesia Case Study -- Chapter 11: Panama Case Study -- Chapter 12: Philippines Case Study Two -- Chapter 13: Bangladesh Case Study -- Chapter 14: Ghana Case Study Two -- Chapter 15: Ecuador Case Study -- Chapter 16: Thailand Case Study -- Chapter 17: Peru Case Study -- Part III: Evaluation And Synopsis -- Chapter 18: Evaluation And Synopsis.
    Abstract: This book focuses on tropical coasts, which are highly vulnerable due to a multitude of stressors. Population growth is substantial, habitats are lost and biodiversity is reduced at an alarming rate, severely affecting many ecosystem services. This situation calls for sound coastal management and the effective engagement of all relevant stakeholders. About two decades ago the M.Sc. program ISATEC (International Studies in Aquatic Tropical Ecology) was created at Bremen University (Germany) to train young scientists for a professional engagement in the complex field of tropical coastal and resource management. This book provides a platform for those Alumni to report on their work experiences and findings in their home countries and covers all regions of the tropical belt. Part I of the book provides a short review of the state of the tropical ocean and its resources and of international attempts towards sustainable ocean management starting with the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development in 1992. Part II deals with country case studies, and part III focuses on an evaluation & synopsis of those contributions. Emerging key issues for management and conservation of the tropical coastal environments are presented and critical challenges on the path towards reaching the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are discussed, as are the needs for enhancing research and capacity development. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 344 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031178795
    DDC: 577.6
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    Keywords: Biotic communities. ; Biodiversity. ; Geography. ; Environmental management. ; Ecosystems. ; Biodiversity. ; Regional Geography. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Conceptualizing human-nature interactions -- Chapter 1. Conceptualizing human-nature interactions – an overview -- Chapter 2. Environmental Values and Nature’s Contributions to People: Towards methodological pluralism in evaluation of sustainable ecosystem services -- Chapter 3. Disentangling trade-offs between the state of coastal ecosystems with human well-being and activities as a strategy addressing sustainable tourism -- Chapter 4. From human-nature dualism towards more integration in socio-ecosystems studies -- Chapter 5. A network approach to Green Infrastructure: how to enhance ecosystem services provision? -- Chapter 6. Transformations of urban coastal nature(s): Meanings and paradoxes of Blue Urbanism and nature-based solutions for climate adaptation in Southeast Asia -- Part II: Mountain systems -- Chapter 7. Values of mountain landscapes: Insights about the Blue Mountains National Park, Australia from Twitter -- Chapter 8. Earth observations of human-nature interactions from a cultural ecosystem service perspective -- Chapter 9. Gendered Values, Roles, and Challenges for Sustainable Provision of Forest-based Ecosystem Services in Nepal -- Chapter 10. Environmental [in]equity: Accessibility to green spaces in a rapidly urbanizing mountain-city -- Chapter 11. Ecosystem services and sustainable development in the European Alps: spatial patterns and mountain-lowland relationships -- Chapter 12. Human-nature relationships for the Flathead Wild and Scenic River System: Analyzing diversity, synergies, and tensions in a mountainous region of Montana, USA -- Chapter 13. Resilience and sustainability of the Maloti-Drakensberg mountain system: a case study on the upper uThukela catchment -- Chapter 14. Invasive alien plants in the montane areas of South Africa: impacts and management options -- Part III: Urban systems -- Chapter 15. Ecosystem service flows across the rural-urban spectrum -- Chapter 16. A typology for green infrastructure planning to enhance multifunctionality incorporating peri-urban agricultural land -- Chapter 17. Urban green spaces in a post-apartheid city: challenges and opportunities for nature-based solutions -- Chapter 18. Green infrastructure and ecosystem services within spatial structure of city – examples from Poznań, Poland -- Chapter 19. Accessibility to and fragmentation of urban green infrastructure: importance for adaptation to climate change -- Chapter 20. Social Demand for Urban Wilderness in Purgatory -- Chapter 21. The Role of Allotment Gardens for Connecting Nature and People -- Chapter 22. Green spaces and their social functions: specific challenges in urban spaces of arrival -- Chapter 23. The link between urban green space planning tools and distributive, procedural and recognition justice -- Part IV: Coastal-marine systems -- Chapter 24. Can local knowledge of Small-scale fishers be used to monitor and assess changes in marine ecosystems in a European context? -- Chapter 25. Marine ecological democracy: participatory marine planning in Indigenous marine areas in Chile -- Chapter 26. The Socio-Ecological Dimension of Ocean Multi-Use -- Chapter 27. Localizing the Sustainable Development Goals for marine and coastal management in Norway: A venture overdue -- Chapter 28. Coastal-Marine ecosystem accounting to support Integrated Coastal Zone Management -- Chapter 29. Exposure of coastal ecosystem services to natural hazards in the Bangladesh coast -- Chapter 30. Adaptations to climate variability in fisheries and aquaculture social-ecological systems in the Northern Humboldt Current Ecosystem: challenges and solutions -- Chapter 31. Socio-Ecological transformations in coastal wetlands: an approach from the south-central zone of Chile -- Chapter 32. A Nature-based Solution for coastal foredune restoration: The Case Study of Maghery, County Donegal, Ireland.
    Abstract: This edited volume aims to widen the discussion about the diversity of human-nature relationships and valuation methods and to stimulate new perspective that are needed to build a more sustainable future, especially in face of ongoing socio-environmental changes. Conceptual and empirical approaches, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methodologies have been used to highlight the importance of an integrative understanding of socio-ecological systems, where healthy ecosystems underpin the quality of life and societal activities largely drive environmental changes. Readers will obtain a comprehensive overview of the many and diverse ways the relationships between people and nature can be characterized. This includes understanding how people assign values to nature, discuss how human-nature interactions are shaped and provide examples of how these values and interactions can be systematically assessed across different land systems in Europe and beyond. This open access book is produced by internationally recognized scientists in the field but written in an accessible format to be of interest to a large audience, including prospective students, lecturers, young professionals and scientists embarking to the interdisciplinary field of socio-ecological research and environmental valuation.
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    Pages: XVIII, 438 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031019807
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    Keywords: Forestry. ; Ecology . ; Conservation biology. ; Environmental management. ; Environment. ; Forestry. ; Ecology. ; Conservation Biology. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Forest Scenario of West Bengal -- Chapter 2. Forest Covers of West Bengal - District-wise Review -- Chapter 3. Characteristics of forest soils -- Chapter 4. Forest Stands -- Chapter 5. Application of Statistical Methods in Forest studies -- Chapter 6. Strategies for Forest Restoration – Fact Finding Surveys -- Chapter 7. Impact of Climate Change -- Chapter 8. Deforestation and Zoonosis.
    Abstract: This book explains several basic concepts of forests and forestry research like social distancing of trees, solitary trees, green infrastructure of trees including typical forest stands like pocket forests, forgotten forests, community forests, and social forestry from one forest stand to another scattered in the districts of West Bengal. In the field of forest floors, depleting status of the forests stimulates to find out different models of afforestation programme like tree-island and rescue forest strategy through plantation programme. Huge loss of tree canopy ravaged by the series of cyclonic storms particularly in the districts of South Bengal seems to be recovered by bioeconomic model with the implementation of social forestry schemes. Thoughts of such models incited the author to go through statistical analysis on different matters and parameters of the forest stands. Determination of physico-chemical parameters of the forest soil are carried on hand in hand with the identification of Alfisol profile exposures in the forest floors. For finding out the present status of forests, district-wise review is worked out. Though scattered in the format of the forest patches, forest stands in the Jungle Mahal are remarkably interesting for any surveyor or tree-lover. Because of the reasons, surveys in the specific forest lands like Joypur and Beliatore of Bankura district and Garh Jangal and Aduria Forests under Bardhaman Forest Division are given special impetus for statistical measures, soil properties analysis, and identification of vegetation pattern. All these salient features inspire the author to take an attempt disseminating information and related characteristics of the forests and forestry of West Bengal. Researchers and students will get sufficient material from this book to enrich their knowledge on the forest environment and the author believes that this book will act as the pioneer work for the flourishment and amelioration of the forestry of West Bengal.
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    Pages: XXIV, 248 p. 31 illus., 10 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030807061
    DDC: 634.9
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Environment. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to Construction and Demolition Debris -- Chapter 2. Construction Materials and their Properties -- Chapter 3. CDD Composition -- Chapter 4. Generation -- Chapter 5. Hazardous and Dangerous Materials in CDD -- Chapter 6. CDD Recycling Approaches and Policies -- Chapter 7. Processing CDD for Recycling -- Chapter 8. Markets for Materials Recovered from CDD -- Chapter 9. CDD Landfills -- Chapter 10. Managing Disaster Debris -- Chapter 11. Sustainable Construction Materials Management.
    Abstract: This book addresses one of the major solid waste streams resulting from modern society, construction and demolition debris (CDD). CDD in the past has not received the same attention as other waste streams (e.g., municipal solid waste), but with the growing recognition of the environmental and economic importance of proper CDD management, this material now is the focus of attention of many government agencies and private businesses. This book provides a comprehensive review of CDD, its characteristics, environmental risks, and regulatory requirements, along with an in-depth discussion of the issues pertaining to CDD recycling and disposal.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 421 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031250132
    Series Statement: Waste Management Principles and Practice,
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Veterinary medicine. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology . ; Environmental management. ; Physiology. ; Veterinary Science. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Animal Physiology.
    Abstract: This volume compiles state-of-the-art scientific knowledge on the technologies that are used to quantify and reduce the environmental impact of livestock production in the cattle, pig and poultry industries. It makes a serious statement about how such technology can contribute to the sustainability of the livestock industry in the future. As the global livestock sector is growing, modern farm animal production is increasingly regarded as a source of solid, liquid, gaseous and dust emissions, which can be both nuisance and environmentally harmful. In light of hardening regulations and social pressure, there is increasing interest in scientific research on air pollution and emissions from livestock operations. The present chapters focus on methodology improvement, harmonization of measurements, and modeling aspects. Key aspects, such as renewable energy sources, nutritional approaches to reduce enteric methane emissions, technical options for manure management, and the use of sensors, are covered. By sharing good practices, this book is a valuable reference for a diverse readership. Experts across the veterinary and animal sciences, agricultural engineering, the food industry and sustainability research will benefit from the findings.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VIII, 308 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031197307
    Series Statement: Smart Animal Production,
    DDC: 636.089
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Soil science. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Soil Science. ; Water.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Agricultural System Transformation for Food and Income Security in Coastal Zones -- Chapter 2. Dhani (Oryza coarctata): A Wild Relative of Rice is a Potential Source of Coastal Salinity Tolerance Genes Suitable for Rice -- Chapter 3. SSR Marker Analysis for the Identification of the Elite Rice Variety Lavanya with its Parent VTL-3 and DNA Fingerprinting -- Chapter 4. Field Evaluation of Submergence Tolerant Rice Lines in a Coastal Ecosystem of Kerala -- Chapter 5. Development of Ionome (Salt-Omic) for the Varietal Improvement and Food Security of the Coastal Region of India -- Chapter 6. Agro-morphological, Yield and Grain Quality Analysis of Sub1 Introgressed Lines of Rice Variety Jyothi -- Chapter 7. – Sahyadri Panchamukhi: A Red Rice Variety Identified for Low Land Situation of Coastal Karnataka -- Chapter 8. Impact of Different Tillage Systems on the Dynamics of Soil Water and Salinity in the Cultivation of Maize in a Salt-Affected Clayey Soil of the Ganges Delta -- Chapter 9. Zero Tillage Potato Cultivation Following Rice in the Coastal Ganges Delta -- Chapter 10. Customized Nutrient Management Strategies for Acid Saline Soils (Orumundakan Tract) of Kerala -- Chapter 11. Effect of Phosphorus and Biofertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) in Coastal Region of Maharashtra -- Chapter 12. Biodiversity of Vegetables: Sustainable Food and Nutritional Security in Coastal Areas -- Chapter 13. Managing Major Insect Pests of Mango in the Southern Coastal Belts of India -- Chapter 14. Advances in Banana (Musa acuminata, M balbisiana Colla) Production Technologies for the Coastal Ecosystems -- Chapter 15. Dhanvantari Vatika - A Model Herbal Garden for an Agro-ecotourism Unit -- Chapter 16. Potentials of Teen (Ficus carica) as a Fruit Crop in Coastal Bangladesh -- Chapter 17. Evaluation of Efficacy of Insecticides and Fungicides Combinations Targeting Dieback Disease of Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) -- Chapter 18. Effect of Land Configuration on Yield and Nutrient Uptake by Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Under Partially Reclaimed Coastal Salt Affected Soil of South Gujarat -- Chapter 19. Studies on Organic Farming in Coriander [Coriandrum sativum (L.)]- Radish [Raphanus sativus (L.)] Cropping Sequence in Coastal Region of Karaikal -- Chapter 20. Effect of NaCl Salinity on Various Parameters of Seed Germination of Cashew Nut (Anacardium occidentale L.) -- Chapter 21. Exploring the Growth and Yield Performance of Intercrops in Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Orchard under Coastal Climate of Karnataka -- Chapter 22. Development in rice-fish-livestock farming for higher production and income in coastal areas -- Chapter 23. Coastal Homestead Farming Systems for Enhancing Income and Nutritional Security of Small-Holder Farmers -- Chapter 24. Water Budgeting and Enhancing Water Productivity in Lowland Rice-Fish Farming System -- Chapter 25. Multilevel Integrated Farming Model in Pokkali Lands of Kerala -- Chapter 26. Sustainable Nutritional and Income Security through Integrated Farming in the Coastal Saline Pokkali Ecosystem of Kerala -- Chapter 27. Integrated Farming System Model for Sustainable Production, Livelihood Security, Income and Employment Generation to Farmers under North Konkan Coastal Zone of Maharashtra -- Chapter 28. A Critical Appraisal on the Present Status of Coconut Cultivation in Lakshadweep Islands and Strategies for Enhancing Sustainability -- Chapter 29. New Paradigms in Freshwater Aquaculture in Coastal Ecosystems in India: Happiness and Hope -- Chapter 30. River Basin Management for Sustainable Fisheries: Valuing for River Water Sources -- Chapter 31. Genetic Resources of Livestock and Poultry in Coastal Ecosystems of India -- Chapter 32. Ornamental Fish Culture for Enhancing Livelihood of Coastal Farming Communities -- Chapter 33. Brackishwater Aquaculture: Options for Livelihood Improvement of Farmers in Indian Sundarban -- Chapter 34. Water Management for Sustainable Brackishwater Aquaculture in Coastal Ecosystem-Innovative Approaches -- Chapter 35. Feed and Feeding Strategies in Freshwater Aquaculture -- Chapter 36. Mapping of Aquaculture Potential Zones using Geospatial Multi-criteria Method for Sustainable Aquaculture Development-ThiruvallurDistrict -- Chapter 37. Traditional Knowledge on Cast Net Design and Selectivity Along the Coastal Area of Sindhudurg, Maharashtra, India -- Chapter 38. Genome Wide Characterization and Analysis of Simple Sequence Repeats in Cultrinae Species -- Chapter 39. Estradiol Dependent Stimulation of Brain Dopaminergic Systems in the Female Gold Spot Mullet, Liza parsia -- Chapter 40. Integrated Multi-trophic Aquaculture (IMTA): A Potential Farming System to Enhance Production of the Red Seaweed Agarophyton tenuistipitatum (Chang and Xia) in Brackishwater -- Chapter 41. Growout Culture of Red Snapper (Lutjanus argentimaculatus) in Cages -- Chapter 42. Better Management Practices and their Adoption in Shrimp Farming: A Case from South Konkan Region, Maharashtra -- Chapter 43. Studies on Growth and Mortality of Spineless Cuttlefish, Sepiella inermis (Orbigny, 1848) from Ratnagiri (Arabian Sea; Northwest Coast of India) -- Chapter 44. Effect of Electron Beam Irradiation in Combination with other Treatments on Shrimp Allergen, Tropomyosin -- Chapter 45. Coastal Ecosystems of India and Their Management to Enhance Blue Carbon Storage -- Chapter 46. Soil quality assessment for coastal agroecosystem - problems and perspectives -- Chapter 47. Participatory Conservation and Management of the Godavari mangrove wetlands, Andhra Pradesh, India -- Chapter 48. Unraveling the Potential of Below- Ground and Above- Ground Biodiversity for Sustainable Management of the Health of Plantation Crop Soils in Coastal Agro-Ecosystem -- Chapter 49. Nanofertilizers and Nanobioformulations: Blessings for Global Farming -- Chapter 50. Carbon Dynamics and Greenhouse Gases Emissions in Coastal Agriculture: Mangrove-Rice ecology in Sundarban, India -- Chapter 51. Coastal Agriculture and Water Resources Management in Southern Italy -- Chapter 52. Groundwater Salinity- Impacts and Possible Remedial Measures and Management Solutions -- Chapter 53. Importance of Monitoring by Application of GALDIT Method for the Sustainable Management of Salinity in the Coastal Aquifers of the Bengal -- Chapter 54. A Remote Sensing Assessment of Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Coastal Ecosystem: Evidence from Indian Sundarbans -- Chapter 55. Application of Geotextiles for Protection against Coastal Erosion -- Chapter 56. Efficacy of Jute Geotextiles in mitigating soil related problems along with a few case studies -- Chapter 57. Carbon Dynamics as Influenced by Biochar Application in Ultisols (Typic Plinthustults) of Kerala -- Chapter 58. Spatio-Temporal Change in Salinity Dynamics in Different Land-Use Systems of Climatically Vulnerable Indian Sundarbans -- Chapter 59. Soil Quality and Productivity Assessment for Bridging the Yield Gap in Farmers’ Fields of Coastal Deltaic Region of Karaikal -- Chapter 60. Assessment of Nutrient Index in the Post Flood Scenario of Pokkali Soils -- Chapter 61. STCR-A Tool for Fertilizer Recommendation for Rice –Rice Cropping Sequence in UT of Puducherry -- Chapter 62. Effect of Saline Water Irrigation through Drip System on Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) in Salt Affected Soils of West Bengal -- Chapter 63. Climate Change and Coastal Agriculture: Can Developing Countries Adapt? -- Chapter 64. Management of Climate Change and Natural Disaster Impacts in Agriculture -- Chapter 65. Innovative Solutions for Managing Tropical Cyclone Risk in India-Bangladesh Coastal Region of Bay of Bengal -- Chapter 66. The Challenge of Climate Change in Agriculture Management in the Persian Gulf-Oman Sea Coasts in Iran -- Chapter 67. Groundwater Modelling for Sustainable Management of Coastal Aquifers of Irrigated Regions under Climate Change -- Chapter 68. Dynamic Behaviour of the Estuaries in Response to the Phenomenon of Global Warming in the Coastal Ecosystems of West Bengal and Odisha, India -- Chapter 69. Dynamic Behaviour of the Estuaries in Response to the Phenomenon of Global Warming in the Coastal Ecosystems of West Bengal and Odisha, India -- Chapter 70. Time Series Analysis of Climate Variables for Baitarini River Basin of Odisha -- Chapter 71. Animal Shelter Designs and Construction in Tropical Cyclone Prone Coastal Areas as Disaster Management Strategies for Livestock -- Chapter 72. Animal Shelter Designs and Construction in Tropical Cyclone Prone Coastal Areas as Disaster Management Strategies for Livestock -- Chapter 73. Strengthening Agricultural and Allied Value Chains for Income and Livelihood Security in Coastal Economies of India -- Chapter 74. Analysis of Seaweed Value Chain to Improve Coastal livelihood and Blue Economy of Bangladesh -- Chapter 75. Decision Support System: An Essentiality for Micro Planning in Coastal Agro Ecosystem -- Chapter 76. Soil Salinity Effects on Traditional Agricultural Practices in Three Coastal Rural Villages of Indian Sundarban, West Bengal -- Chapter 77. Mechanization of Small Farms to Reduce Drudgery of Women Workers -- Chapter 78. Development and Performance Evaluation of Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana) Cleaning System -- Annex. .
    Abstract: Coastal areas are commonly defined as the interface or transition areas between land and sea, including large inland lakes. Overall, about 50–70 % of the global population live within 100 km of the coastline covering only about 4 % of earth’s land, thereby drawing heavily on coastal and marine habitats for food, building sites, transportation, recreational areas, and waste disposal. The people of these zones depend mainly on low productive agriculture due to several constraints such as prolonged water logging and drainage congestion in predominantly low-lying areas with heavy soils during the wet season, preponderance of saline and acid sulphate soils, scarcity of good quality irrigation water, particularly in the dry season, seawater intrusion into adjoining lands, and water pollution due to eutrophication, and others affecting the aquatic habitats, etc. Carbon sequestration in coastal areas, such as, marshes, lagoons, etc. has significant influence on soil quality, and the carbon pool in soils as well as their impacts on the environment. Over and above these, the coastal areas are prone to disasters due to climate change leading to colossal loss of lives and properties in many areas. Forestry and mangrove dynamics, in particular, because of their continuing diminishing nature, are also subjects of interest affecting the ecology of coastal zones requiring appropriate attention. The international symposium held in this context on ‘ Transforming Coastal Zones for Sustainable Food and Income Security ’ in virtual mode in March, 2021 offered scope to present and discuss various thematic areas by eminent scientists from all over the world. The proceedings of selected papers presented reflect cross-sectoral views of the areas highlighting, wherever necessary, a fusion of technologies, with the ultimate target to suggest livelihood security and sustainable development for the sensitive coastal zones. The book intends to share the knowledge with researchers, academicians, and various other stakeholders to address the complex problems of coastal regions, production constraints, social, economic, technical and environmental issues to draw out strategies for resilient agricultural technologies and improving livelihood security in coastal agro-ecosystems.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XLV, 1148 p. 290 illus., 247 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030956189
    DDC: 630
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Conservation biology. ; Applied ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Ecology. ; Conservation Biology. ; Applied Ecology. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction: Taxonomy, distribution and conservation status of wild guanaco’s populations -- 1. Zooarchaeological and socio-anthropological perspective of the human - guanaco (Lama guanicoe) interaction over the last 6000 years in the Patagonia, Argentina -- 2. Interspecific competition between guanacos and livestock and its impact on Patagonian rangelands: review and synthesis -- 3. Health status of Patagonian guanaco and its relevance for conservation -- 4. Patagonian pumas and their ungulate prey in the 21st century, a key interaction in a degraded environment -- 5. International policies and national legislation concerning guanaco conservation, management and trade in Argentina -- 6. Guanaco sustainable management as a conservation strategy and socioeconomic rural development -- 7. Historical perspective and current advances in ecology, conservation and management of the guanaco in the Chilean Patagonia -- 8. Lessons for the future of conservation and sustainable use of guanacos.
    Abstract: This book relates one of the most representative species of Patagonian wildlife, the guanaco, to human societies across time, and explores how that relationship has changed over time due to different land uses and productive interests. The book provides information to understand these interactions, and contextualizes the current situation of this species. In some cases, it proposes possible solutions to conflicts, and also shows ongoing activities aimed at sustainable use and conservation. The audience for this book includes researchers, graduate students, policy makers and conservation and rural development professionals. In addition, it will serve as a tool for application authorities and field technicians on the use and conservation of wildlife, to define management actions for this species. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 241 p. 23 illus., 16 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031066566
    Series Statement: Natural and Social Sciences of Patagonia,
    DDC: 577
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    Keywords: Biochemistry. ; Nanotechnology. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Plants Evolution. ; Biochemistry. ; Nanotechnology. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Plant Evolution.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Nanoparticles and Plant Interaction with Respect to Stress Response -- Nanoencapsulation technology: Boon to food packaging industries -- Ecotoxicity of Metallic Nanoparticles and Possible Strategies for Risk Assessment -- Tripartite Interaction among Nanoparticles, Symbiotic Microbes and Plants; Current Scenario and Future Perspectives -- Effect of nanoparticles on plant growth and physiology and soil microbes -- Recent Trends and Advancement towards Phyto-Mediated Fabrication of Noble Metallic Nanomaterials: Focus on Silver, Gold, Platinum and Palladium -- Development of environmental biosensors for detection, monitoring and assessment -- Nano-based materials and their synthesis -- Nano based composites and their synthesis -- Appraisal of chitosan-based nanomaterials in enzyme immobilization and probiotics encapsulation -- Nano based drug delivery tools for personalized nanomedicine -- Nano-technology as Potential and Innovative Platform towards Waste Water Treatment: An Overview -- Solid lipid nanoparticles -- Nanotechnology Applications and Synthesis of Graphene as nanomaterial for nanoelectronics -- Efficiency enhancement of renewable energy systems using nanotechnology -- Waste Water and Industrial Effluent Treatment by using Nanotechnology -- Biomolecular and cellular manipulation and detection (Nanofluidics, Micro- and Nanotechnologies in Integrative Biology) -- Bio-based Nano-lubricants for Sustainable Manufacturing -- Nano materials used for delivery of bioactive -- Efficacy of nano-phytochemicals over pure phytochemicals against various cancers: Current trends and future prospects -- Index.
    Abstract: Nanotechnology is considered as one of the emerging fields of science. It has applications in different biological and technological fields which deal with the science of materials at nanoscale (10-9). On the other hand, biotechnology is another field that deals with contemporary challenges. Nanobiotechnology fills the gap between these two fields. It merges physical, chemical, and biological principles in a single realm. This combination opens up new possibilities. At nanoscale dimensions, it creates precise nanocrystals and nanoshells. Integrated nanomaterials are used with modified surface layers for compatibility with living systems, improved dissolution in water, or biorecognition leading to enhanced end results in biotechnological systems. These nanoparticles can also be hybridized with additional biocompatible substances in order to amend their qualities to inculcate novel utilities. Nanobiotechnology is used in bioconjugate chemistry by coalescing up the functionality of non-organically obtained molecular components and biological molecules in order to veil the immunogenic moieties for targeted drug delivery, bioimaging and biosensing. This book blends the science of biology, medicine, bioinorganic chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, material and physical sciences, biomedical engineering, electrical, mechanical, and chemical science to present a comprehensive range of advancements. The development of nano-based materials has made for a greater understanding of their characterization, using techniques such as transmission electron microscope, FTIR, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope EDX, and so on. This volume also highlights uses in environmental remediation, environmental biosensors and environmental protection. It also emphasizes the significance of nanobiotechnology to a series of medical applications viz., diagnostics, and therapeutics stem cell technology, tissue engineering enzyme engineering, drug development and delivery. In addition this book also offers a distinctive understanding of nanobiotechnology from researchers and educators and gives a comprehensive facility for future developments and current applications of nanobiotechnology.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 434 p. 67 illus., 53 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030345440
    Series Statement: Nanotechnology in the Life Sciences,
    DDC: 572
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    Keywords: Landscape ecology. ; Geography. ; Ecology . ; Environmental management. ; Urban ecology (Biology). ; Biotic communities. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Geography. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Urban Ecology. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 -- Introduction to landscape ecology -- 2. Theories and models incorporated in the landscape ecology framework -- 3 Scaling patterns and processes across landscapes -- 4 Emerging processes in the landscape -- 5 Emerging patterns in the landscape -- 6 Principles of landscape dynamics -- 7 Principles for landscape conservation, management and design -- 8 Principles of soundscape ecology. - 9 Landscape economics and ecosystem services -- 10 Social dimension of the landscape -- 11 Sustainable landscapes -- 12 Climate changes across landscapes -- 13 Methods in landscape ecology. - 13.1 Introduction -- 13.2 Metrics in landscape ecology -- 13.3 The fractal geometry approach -- 13.4 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) -- 13.5 Remote sensing in landscape ecology -- 13.6 Global Positioning Systems (GPS) -- 13.7 Spatially Explicit Population Models (SEPM) to describe population patterns in a landscape.
    Abstract: This third, thoroughly updated edition of a well received book, presents the most complete collection of theories, paradigms and methods utilized by the landscape sciences. With the introduction of new ecosemiotic concepts and innovative managing procedures, it offers a broad list of ecological, ecosemiotical and cultural tools to investigate, interpret and manage the environmental complexity according to a species-specific individual-based approach. Readers will discover the importance of a landscape perspective to create strategic bridges between science and humanities favored by the holistic sight of sensorial (visual, acoustic, olfactory, tactile, and thermal) “scapes”. Distributed in 10 chapters, the content covers many aspects of the landscape sciences ranging from the description of fundamental theories, principles and models originated by ecological approaches like source-sink models, island biogeography, hierarchical theory and scale. The ecosemiotical approaches like the eco-field model, the ecoscape paradigm, and the general theory of resources are widely described and discussed. A cultural approach to landscape is utilized to focus on the heritage values of territories and their environmental identity. This book, written in an accessible and didactic style, is particularly dedicated to undergraduate and graduate students but also scholars in ecology, agroforestry, urban planning, nature design, conservation and remediation. Land practitioners, farmers and policymakers can use this book as an authoritative guide to better understand the function and role of environmental systems according to a social-economic integrated perspective.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 446 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 3rd ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030966119
    Series Statement: Landscape Series, 31
    DDC: 577.5
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    Keywords: Landscape ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Geographic information systems. ; Environmental Law. ; Agriculture. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Geographical Information System. ; Environmental Law. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chap 1. Historical Background of Cuban Land Cover Change -- Chap 2. Linking Causal Factors to Areas of Highest Change -- Chap 3. Governmental Organization and Control Over Environmental Policies -- Chap 4. Establishment and Description of Current Park/ Protected Areas System -- Chap 5. History of Remote Sensing and GIS as It Relates to Assessment of Land Use and Land Cover Changes Over Time -- Chap 6. Cuban Environment, the Past, Present and Future -- Index.
    Abstract: This book is based on research that gives the reader a nonfiction view of how Cuba’s landscape has changed since the time when Columbus first set foot on the island and encountered the Indigenous peoples who lived there in 1492 to present day. An analysis of landscape change over time is presented and that transformation from a heavily forested island to less than (currently) 18% forest cover is described. The government has established a system of protected areas and strong governmental controls over environmental policies and the manner with which the island can be built upon by foreign investors, urban expansion projects, or natural resource exploitation. Current GIS and remote sensing research of Cuba’s atmosphere, physical landscape and aquatic features is provided to underscore the complex environmental structures that epitomize Cuba. The author discusses past, present and future impact factors including history, technological assessments, laws and policies, relationships with other countries and education.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XI, 115 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 2nd ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031063183
    Series Statement: Landscape Series, 33
    DDC: 577.5
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    Keywords: Biodiversity. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental management. ; Landscape ecology. ; Biodiversity. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Earth System Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Characteristics of Brazilian Coastal Zone -- 2. Flora: mycrophytobenthos and phytoplankton -- 3. Meiofauna patterns of meiofauna on sandy beaches: abundance, diversity -- 4. Macrobenthic communities: abundance, diversity, spatial and temporal distribution -- 5. Nekton biodiversity -- 6. Secondary production of sandy beach macrofauna -- 7. Population biology of sandy beach macrofauna -- 8. Biological interactions Goods and services Threats and impacts -- 9. Management and conservation -- Index.
    Abstract: More than 4000 beaches distributed along the Brazilian coastline are one of the country's main assets. They harbor endemic and diverse biota and provide numerous goods and services essential to human populations. However, they are under increasing pressure, trapped between the impacts of climate change and human activities in the terrestrial and marine environment, and the knowledge about their environmental characteristics and biodiversity is still insufficient to ensure their preservation. This book is the first-ever comprehensive work about Brazil's sandy beaches addressing their physical, ecological, and social aspects. It was written by an interdisciplinary group of leading Brazilian researchers from different regions of the country and also had the contribution of a few international experts. The information synthesized in this book is accessible to anyone who wants to know more about Brazilian coastal biodiversity and represents a significant step towards conserving Brazilian sandy beaches, their biodiversity, and ecosystem services.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXIII, 328 p. 81 illus., 73 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031307461
    Series Statement: Brazilian Marine Biodiversity,
    DDC: 333.95
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    Keywords: Biochemistry. ; Metal ions. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental management. ; Analytical chemistry. ; Metal Ions. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Management. ; Analytical Chemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Analytical methods for the determination of heavy metals in water -- Chapter 2 Olive-oil waste for the removal of heavy metals from wastewater -- Chapter 3 Metal oxide composites for heavy metal ions removal -- Chapter 4 Two-dimensional materials for heavy metal removal -- Chapter 5 Membranes for heavy metals removal -- Chapter 6 Metal oxides for removal of heavy metal ions -- Chapter 7 Organic-Inorganic Ion Exchange Materials for Heavy Metal Removal from Water -- Chapter 8 Low-cost technology for heavy metal cleaning from water -- Chapter 9 Use of nanomaterials for heavy metal remediation -- Chapter 10 Ecoengineered approaches for the remediation of polluted river ecosystems -- Chapter 11 Ballast water definition, components, aquatic invasive species, control and management and treatment technologies -- Chapter 12 Source, pollution and remediation of carcinogenic hexavalent chromium from industrial, mining effluents -- Chapter 13 Pesticides in Drinking Water and Removal Techniques -- Chapter 14 Opportunities and challenges in heavy metal removal from water -- Chapter 15 Modification of Bagasse for Heavy Metal Removal form Water -- Chapter 16 Chelating materials for the removal of heavy metals from water -- Chapter 17 Sources of heavy metals pollution.
    Abstract: The book presents recent remediation techniques for heavy metal contamination in wastewater, with a focus on recently-developed and sustainable materials such as metal oxides and their composites, two-dimensional materials, organic-inorganic ion exchange materials, nanomaterials, bagasse, and olive-oil waste chelating materials. Chapters also describe the analysis of heavy metals, membranes for water treatment, sources and impact of heavy metals and opportunities and challenges in heavy metal remediation.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 454 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030803346
    Series Statement: Environmental Chemistry for a Sustainable World, 70
    DDC: 572
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Ecology . ; Environmental health. ; Public health. ; Environmental management. ; Microbial genetics. ; Microbiology. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Health. ; Public Health. ; Environmental Management. ; Microbial Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Microbiological safety and antimicrobial resistance in fresh produce production in Africa -- The current status of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and genes in African aquaculture -- Antibiotic resistance in food animals in Africa: Occurrence, human health risk, socio-economic impact, and mitigation measures -- The era of bacterial genomics in antibiotic research in Africa -- Insights Gained Through Genomics and Metagenomics Resistomes Studies in Africa -- Occurrence and health risks of antimicrobial resistance in African aquatic systems -- Antibiotics and antibiotic-resistant bacteria in African coastal ecosystems -- Application of nanotechnology for the elimination of antibiotic-resistant bacteria from wastewater -- Genetics of viral resistance: clinical relevance and role in future disease outbreaks -- Antimicrobial resistance of Salmonella enterica in Africa -- Antimicrobial resistance patterns of ESKAPE pathogens in humans, animals, and the environment in Africa -- Informal settlements and slums: Sinks and sources of antibiotic resistance in Africa -- Antibiotic resistance pattern of bloodstream infections in neonates -- Natural products in combination with conventional antimicrobial agents – A potential solution to antimicrobial resistance -- Biocidal activity of plant extracts: the case of Algeria -- Interconnection between antibiotic resistance and disinfectant resistance -- Effects of disinfectant resistance in a post antibiotic era in animal production -- Antimicrobial Stewardship in Africa -- Occurrence, human exposure, and health risks of antibiotic resistance in the funeral industry: A Perspective -- Social structures and assemblages of AMR in African settings -- Bibliography -- Index.
    Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance is recognised among the world’s most challenging problems. Despite its global spread, Africa, specifically sub-Saharan Africa, is the most affected by this malaise. Poor living conditions and inadequate access to sanitation and potable water supplies are among contributing factors that have influenced a high disease burden on the continent, requiring extensive antimicrobials. Weak health systems and the absence of firm policies further aggravate the problem, as the use of antimicrobials is mostly unregulated. The increasing demand for animal protein to meet the starving populations’ demands has also influenced the use of these antimicrobials, including those banned on other continents, for food animal production. The ripple effect of indiscriminate use in humans and animals is the massive discharge of antimicrobials, their residues, antimicrobial-resistant microorganisms and their associated genes into the environment. This 14-chapter text presents the AMR problem in African, addressing the various compartments of One Health – humans, animals, and the environment, to illustrate the need for concerted efforts in the fight against AMR. Authors from the four cardinal points present diverse aspects of AMR in Africa, starting with behavioural and social drivers of AMR in Africa. Antimicrobial stewardship in an African context is also discussed. AMR in humans is presented through studies on antibiotic-resistant neonates and nontyphoidal Salmonella infections and the clinical relevance of the genetics of viral resistance. Topics on AMR in mastitis, biosecurity in animal farming and the linkage between disinfectants and AMR are discussed. The environmental dimension of AMR is discussed, notably in the aquatic environment, and its implication for aquaculture and irrigation and using nanomaterials to treat polluted waters from such environments are highlighted. Finally, Africa’s rich floral diversity is portrayed as an eco-friendly and cost-effective approach to combat AMR. Hopefully, the work presented will spur greater collaboration between scientists, environmental, animal and human health practitioners, the general population, and policymakers to assimilate and implement the One Health approach to combating AMR, rather than working in silos in their various sectors.
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    Pages: XVIII, 349 p. 16 illus., 15 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031237966
    DDC: 579
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    Keywords: Applied ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Forestry. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; System theory. ; Applied Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Forestry. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Complex Systems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- 1. Chad Oliver and forests as complex systems; Melih Boydak -- Section I. Complex Forest Stand Dynamics -- 2. Principles of stand reconstruction to illuminate stand dynamics of complex forests in Alaska; Bob Deal -- 3: Forest stand dynamics principles used to guide the management of uneven-aged forest in the Missouri Ozarks; Dave Larsen -- 4: Forest stand dynamics and the curious case of the critically endangered Leadbeater’s Possum; Patrick Baker -- 5: Modelling and mapping complex stand structures with airborne LiDAR; John Kershaw -- 6. How might the concepts of traditional stand dynamics be used for more complex stands; Bruce Larson -- Section II. Forests as Complex Ecological Systems -- 7. Integrating effects of climate on temperate montane forests; Pil Sun Park -- 8. Carbon++: integrating non-CO2 forcers in our understanding of forests and climate; Kris Covey -- 9. Understanding post-wildfire fuel dynamics in dry forests of the Pacific Northwest; Morris Johnson -- 10. Understanding forestry through pictures: A journey of graphics, pictures, and visualisations; Jim McCarter -- 11. The inertia of forested landscapes and applications to management; Jeremy Wilson -- Section III. Forests as Complex Social Systems -- 12. Tiger in the woods, elephant in the room; Xuemei Han -- 13. Forests as complex systems: Implications from the perspective of sustainable development; Glenn Galloway -- 14. Securing forest tenure for rural development; Gerardo Segura -- 15. Understanding the dynamics between forests and livelihoods: A case of Central Indian landscapes; Alark Saxena -- 16. Closing comments; Chad Oliver. .
    Abstract: Professor Chadwick Dearing Oliver has made major intellectual contributions to forest science and natural resources management. Over the course of his career he has actively sought to bring research and practice together through synthesis, outreach, and capacity-building. A common thread throughout his career has been complexity and how we as a society understand and manage complex systems. His work on forest stand dynamics, landscape management, and sustainability have all focused on the emergent properties of complex ecological and/or social systems. This volume celebrates a remarkable career through a diverse group of former students and colleagues who work on a wide range of subject areas related to the management of complex natural resource systems. Over the past decade there has been considerable discussion about forests as complex adaptive systems. Advances in remote sensing, social methods, and data collection and processing have enabled more detailed characterisations of complex natural systems across spatial and temporal scales than ever before. Making sense of these data, however, requires conceptual frameworks that are robust to the complexity of the systems and their inherent dynamics, particularly in the context of global change. This volume presents a collection of cutting-edge research on natural ecosystems and their dynamics through the lens of complex adaptive systems. Each chapter offers new insights into how these systems can be made more resilient to ensure that they provide a diversity of ecological and social values well into the future. Together they provide a robust way of thinking about the many challenges that natural ecosystems face and how we as society may best address them.
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    Pages: XVIII, 334 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030885557
    Series Statement: Managing Forest Ecosystems, 41
    DDC: 333.9516
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    Keywords: Food science. ; Agriculture. ; Economic geography. ; Botany. ; Environmental management. ; Food Science. ; Agriculture. ; Economic Geography. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: chapter 1: Introduction -- chapter 2: Onion -- chapter3: Garlic -- chapter 4: Leek/stone leek/welsh onion -- chapter 5: Ajowan or bishop’s weed -- chapter 6: Celery seed -- chapter 7: Coriander -- chapter 8: Cumin seed or safaid jeera -- chapter 9: Fenugreek -- chapter 10: Mustard -- chpater11; Cassia and cumin -- chapter 12. Cinnamon or true cinnamon -- chapter 13: Clove -- chapter 14: Mace or nutmeg -- chapter 15: Allspice or pimenta or pimento -- chapter 16: Curry leaf -- chapter 17: Tamarind -- chapter 18: Asafoetida or asafetida -- chapter 19: Vanilla.
    Abstract: Spices can be classified as major spices, like Black pepper, Cardamom, Turmeric, Ginger etc, and minor spices and condiments, and tree spices. This book will discuss exclusively minor spices and condiments. Spices constitute a very important group of agricultural products, which, since antiquity, have been considered indispensable in the culinary art of flavoring foods. The history of spices is very much entwined with the history of mankind. And, some spice crops like Black pepper predominates in the family of spices. In fact, colloquially, it is called “King”of spices and, another, Cardamom, is called the “Queen”of spices. There is worthwhile amount of published work, on these in addition to Turmeric and Ginger. Both ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and ISI (Indian Standards Institution) (now BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards)) experts concluded, after considerable deliberations, that there is no clear-cut division between “spices” and “çondiments”, and, as such, they have been clubbed together. The term “Spices and Condiments” applies to such natural plant or vegetable products or mixtures, thereof, used in whole or ground form, mainly for imparting flavor, aroma and piquancy to foods and also for seasoning of foods and beverages like soups etc. A detailed survey of published literature proves that there are a number of minor spices, which have tremendous commercial potential, globally. And, an authentic book on these will not only serve as an important guide to the academic community, but, also provide a fillip to industry involved in value addition.
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    Pages: XX, 226 p. 35 illus., 20 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030822460
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Soil science. ; Forestry. ; Environmental management. ; Bioclimatology. ; Agriculture. ; Soil Science. ; Forestry. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction -- 1.1. Terrestrial Land Area -- 1.2. Principal Biomes of the U.S.A. -- 1.3. Changes in the Terrestrial Biosphere by Human Activities -- 2. Soil Organic Carbon Stocks -- 3. Soil Organic Carbon Sequestration -- 4. Soil Inorganic Carbon Stocks in Different Terrestrial Biomes -- 5. Conclusions -- 6. The Way Forward -- 7. Appendices.
    Abstract: Terrestrial biomes have soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks determined by natural (e.g., vegetation cover, soil type, climate) and anthropogenic (e.g., soil and land-use management) factors. Thus, biome type is among the main control of SOC stocks. Historically, many terrestrial biomes in the United States of America (U.S.A.) had higher SOC stocks than the same regions store today, and this discrepancy has contributed to increases in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) concentrations and soil degradation. However, losses of SOC stocks must be reduced and/or stocks increased by SOC sequestration as net increases in SOC stocks contribute to climate change adaptation and mitigation by storing atmospheric CO2 in protected and stabilized fractions for millennia. Increases in SOC stocks will also contribute to improved soil fertility and soil health. Therefore, the aim of this book is to collate, review and synthesize information on how SOC stocks differ among major terrestrial biomes of the U.S.A. Information on soil inorganic carbon (SIC) stocks for different terrestrial biomes of the U.S.A. will also be presented. The book deliberates options for increasing SOC stocks and enhancing SOC sequestration in terrestrial biomes by soil and land-use management practices. It concludes with an overview of terrestrial biomes of the U.S.A. where targeted soil and land-use management practices may result in the greatest increases in SOC stocks and enhancements in SOC sequestration.
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    Pages: IX, 201 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030951931
    DDC: 630
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    Keywords: Biotic communities. ; Ecology . ; Conservation biology. ; Environmental management. ; Physical geography. ; Sustainability. ; Ecosystems. ; Ecology. ; Conservation Biology. ; Environmental Management. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Ecosystem Collapse and Climate Change: An Introduction -- PART I. Polar and Boreal Ecosystems -- Ecosystem Collapse on a Sub-Antarctic Island -- Permafrost Thaw in Northern Peatlands: Rapid Changes in Ecosystem and Landscape Functions -- Post-fire Recruitment Failure as a Driver of Forest to Non-forest Ecosystem Shifts in Boreal Regions -- A Paleo-perspective on Ecosystem Collapse in Boreal North America -- PART II. Temperate and Semi-arid Ecosystems -- The 2016 Tasmanian Wilderness Fires: Fire Regime Shifts and Climate Change in a Gondwanan Biogeographic Refugium -- Climate-Induced Global Forest Shifts due to Heatwave-Drought -- Extreme Events Trigger Terrestrial and Marine Ecosystem Collapses in the Southwestern USA and Southwestern Australia -- PART III. Tropical and Temperate Coastal Ecosystems -- Processes and Factors Driving Change in Mangrove Forests: An Evaluation Based on the Mass Dieback Event in Australia’s Gulf of Carpentaria -- Recurrent Mass-Bleaching and the Potential for Ecosystem Collapse on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef -- Sliding Toward the Collapse of Mediterranean Coastal Marine Rocky Ecosystems -- Marine Heatwave Drives Collapse of Kelp Forests in Western Australia -- Impact of Marine Heatwaves on Seagrass Ecosystems.
    Abstract: Human-driven greenhouse emissions are increasing the velocity of climate change and the frequency and intensity of climate extremes far above historical levels. These changes, along with other human-perturbations, are setting the conditions for more rapid and abrupt ecosystem dynamics and collapse. This book presents new evidence on the rapid emergence of ecosystem collapse in response to the progression of anthropogenic climate change dynamics that are expected to intensify as the climate continues to warm. Discussing implications for biodiversity conservation, the chapters provide examples of such dynamics globally covering polar and boreal ecosystems, temperate and semi-arid ecosystems, as well as tropical and temperate coastal ecosystems. Given its scope, the volume appeals to scientists in the fields of general ecology, terrestrial and coastal ecology, climate change impacts, and biodiversity conservation.
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    Pages: VIII, 366 p. 93 illus., 86 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030713300
    Series Statement: Ecological Studies, Analysis and Synthesis, 241
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Environmental economics. ; Plant ecology. ; Economic geography. ; Environmental management. ; Plant Science. ; Environmental Economics. ; Plant Ecology. ; Economic Geography. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chp 2: Amchur -- Chp.3:Anardana -- Chp 4:Balm or Lemon Balm -- Chp.5:Basil or Sweet Basil (Tulsi) -- Chp.6:Bay or Laurel Leaves -- Chp 7: Kokam or Kokum -- Chp 8:Juniper -- Chp.9: Hyssop -- Chp 10: Marjoram -- Chp 11: Japanese Mint -- Chp: 12: Peppermint -- Chp 13: Spearmint -- Chp 14. Origanum -- Chp 15: Parsley -- Chp 16: Rosemary -- Chp 17: Ashwagndha -- Chp 18.:Manathakkali.
    Abstract: This book discusses leafy spices or herbs known as “aromatic herbs”, which, apart from being used in culinary art for flavoring of foods and beverages, are also known to possess antiseptic, anti-oxidant and other medicinal properties, in addition to many nutraceutical and cosmetic properties. Of the numerous herbs twelve of the commercially important herbs are imported into 4 major European markets, namely, France, Germany, United Kingdom and The Netherlands to the tune of 12000 to 13000 tonnes per annum. This book discusses these leafy herbs and their tremendous commercial potential in international trade. The book offers a comprehensive insight into commercial herbs, with an objective of enhancing their yield, and provides a platform for further research into the global trade potential.
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    Pages: XIV, 141 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031043604
    DDC: 580
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    Keywords: Bioclimatology. ; Biotic communities. ; Population biology. ; Environmental management. ; Invertebrates. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Ecosystems. ; Community and Population Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Invertebrate Zoology. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I. Introduction and Description of Study Area -- Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Climate Changes Along the German Coast -- Chapter 3. Coastal Landscapes of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea -- Chapter 4. Geography and Study Sites -- Chapter 5. Climate and Weather Conditions Along the German Shores -- Chapter 6 -- Inundation Regimes of the German Coasts and the Impact of the Rising Sea Level -- Chapter 7. The Surface Salinity of the North Sea and Baltic Sea Area -- Chapter 8. Soils -- Part II. Historical and Future Changes of the Dune and Salt Marsh Fauna -- Chapter 9. General Aspects of Coastal Vegetation at the North Sea and the Baltic Sea -- Chapter 10. Predicting Plant Distribution Shifts -- Chapter 11. General Aspects of Coastal Carabid Beetle and Spider Fauna at the North Sea and the Baltic Sea -- Chapter 12. Changes of the Fauna of Digger Wasps and Bees (Hymenoptera, Aculeata) of the North Frisian Island of Sylt – Effects of Climate Change? -- Chapter 13. Historical Changes in the Carabid Beetle Fauna of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania -- Chapter 14. Distribution of Spiders and Carabid Beetles Along a Geographical Gradient -- Chapter 15. Predicting Carabid Beetle Distribution Shifts -- Part III. Experimental Assessments of the Effects of Climate Change on Habitats and Their Organisms -- Chapter 16. Field Experiment: Effects of Increased Temperature on a Tidalic Fluvisol -- Chapter 17. Field Experiment: Effects of Microclimate Modification on Soil Organisms and Aggregate Formation in Dune Sand -- Chapter 18. Expected Vegetation Dynamics in Salt Marshes at the North Sea Coast Under Changed Inundation Conditions as an Effect of Climate Change -- Chapter 19. Effects of Sedimentation and Erosion on the Development of Vegetation -- Chapter 20. Tide Simulation Experiment -- Chapter 21. Storm Surges as Natural Experiments -- Part IV. De-Embankments and Its Effects on the Vegetation and Fauna -- Chapter 22. De-embankments at the North Sea and the Baltic Sea Coasts -- Chapter 23. Salt Marsh Restoration in a Summer Polder at the Wursten Coast -- Chapter 24. Estimated Future Effects of the Sea Level Rise Exemplified by the Wursten Coast -- Chapter 25. Restoration of Salt Meadows at the Baltic Sea Coast: The De-Embankment Experiment at Karrendorf Meadows -- Part V. Synthesis and Conclusions -- Chapter 26. Expert System: Plants -- Chapter 27. Expert System: Spiders and Carabid Beetles. Chapter 28. Consequences of Climate Change for Biota of the Coastal Salt Marshes and Dunes: Synthesis, Final Conclusions, and Ideas of Compensation.
    Abstract: Climate change is one of the most severe dangers for mankind worldwide. Beside the temperature increase, the sea level will rise and flood wide coastal areas, which is already remarkable today. The effects will be dramatic, in particular, at coasts with low elevation gradients such as at the German coasts of the North and Baltic Sea. The impact will be not only severe for coastal people, but still more for the unique coastal ecosystems, which harbors many plant and animal species that are already endangered today. This book focuses on the coastal terrestrial ecosystems of the German North and Baltic Sea. It describes the reactions of plants and animals (i.e. spiders, carabid beetles, bees and nematodes) on the future temperature and sea level increase. The combination of field and experimental studies is unique for Europe and for many parts of the world. It not only studies the actual elevation gradients and the climatic and saline gradients from West to East, but also the historical changes to document processes at coastal ecosystems that were already passed. In contrast to many books that studied the marine processes with similar backgrounds, this book concerns the terrestrial coastal ecosystems that were overall rarely studied and, in particular, never studied under this specific viewpoint.
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    Pages: XIV, 480 p. 155 illus., 85 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031125393
    Series Statement: Ecological Studies, Analysis and Synthesis, 245
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    Keywords: Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Restoration Ecology. ; Riparian Ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Restoration Ecology. ; Riparian Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to Wetlands -- Chapter 2. The Causal Factor Approach to Wetland Ecology -- Chapter 3. Duration of Flooding is the Most Important Causal Factor -- Chapter 4. Flood Pulses -- Chapter 5. Fertility -- Chapter 6. Natural Disturbance -- Chapter 7. Competition -- Chapter 8. Herbivory -- Chapter 9. Burial -- Chapter 10. Salinity -- Chapter 11. Roads -- Chapter 12. Coarse Woody Debris -- Chapter 13. Invasive Species are an Emerging Causal Factor -- Chapter 14. Human Population Size -- Chapter 15. The Global Context for Wetland Protection and Restoration -- Chapter 16. Some Review Questions for Managers.
    Abstract: This book presents 12 effective methods to manage wetlands for conservation. It offers a tool box of causal factors that can be used to protect and restore wetlands to enhance biological diversity and other functions. Each causal factor is introduced, briefly explained, and then illuminated with selected examples from around the world. The book provides a prioritized shopping list of methods for protecting and restoring wetlands. The three first and most important causal factors are flooding, fertility, and natural disturbance. Then nine other causal factors are introduced, including herbivory, sedimentation, roads, invasive species, and coarse woody debris. Each causal factor is carefully linked to the scientific literature and explained using the author’s own experience. The same list of 12 causal factors applies around the world—whether you are managing a temperate zone floodplain, a tropical peatland, a freshwater marsh, or a coastal mangrove swamp. Instead of hiring an expensive team of consultants, or pouring through hundreds of scientific papers, here is one concise guide to methods that can be immediately applied to benefit any wetland. Professor Paul Keddy has spent more than 50 years studying wetlands, and writing and lecturing about the environmental factors that control them. He has published more than 150 scholarly papers, and won multiple scientific prizes. His book Wetland Ecology is widely used to teach the principles of wetland science. Causal Factors for Wetland Management: A Concise Guide has a much simpler message: how to protect and enhance wetlands. In this concise guide, he has condensed a lifetime of experience into just 12 principles. The book is aimed at all people who protect or restore wetlands: park managers, wildlife biologists, landscape architects, engineers, environmental consultants, environmental agencies, conservation authorities, and NGOs—as well as landowners and concerned citizens. Causal Factors for Wetland Management: A Concise Guide is essential reading for anyone who cares for wetlands and wild places.
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    Pages: XIII, 158 p. 80 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031217883
    Series Statement: Wetlands: Ecology, Conservation and Management, 8
    DDC: 577.6
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Water. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section I. Introduction -- 1. Introduction to the Volume -- Section II. Physics and Chemistry of Deep Oil Well Blowouts -- 2. The importance of understanding fundamental physics and chemistry of deep oil blowouts -- 3. Physical and chemical properties of oil and gas under reservoir and deep-sea conditions -- 4. Jet formation at the blowout site -- 5. Behavior of rising droplets and bubbles – impact on the physics of deep-sea blowouts and oil fate -- Section III. Transport and Degradation of Oil and Gas from Deep Spills -- 6. The importance of understanding transport and degradation of oil and gasses from deep sea blowouts -- 7. Biodegradation of petroleum hydrocarbons in the deep sea -- 8 Partitioning of organics between oil and water phases with and without the application of dispersants -- 9. Dynamic coupling of near-field and far-field models -- 10. Effects of oil properties and slick thickness on dispersant field effectiveness and oil fate -- 11. Far-field modeling of a deep-sea blowout: sensitivity studies of initial conditions, biodegradation, sedimentation and sub-surface dispersant injection on surface slicks and oil plume concentrations -- Section IV. Oil Spill Records in Deep Sea Sediments -- 12. Formation and sinking of MOSSFA (Marine Oil Snow Sedimentation and Flocculent Accumulation) events: Past and Present -- 13. The sedimentary record of MOSSFA events in the Gulf of Mexico: A comparison of the Deepwater Horizon (2010) and Ixtoc 1 (1979) oil spills -- 14. Characterization of the sedimentation associated with the Deepwater Horizon blowout: depositional pulse, initial response, and stabilization -- 15. Applications of FTICR-MS in oil spill studies -- 16. Changes in redox conditions of surface sediments following the Deepwater Horizon and Ixtoc 1 events -- 17. Long-term preservation of oil spill events in sediments: the case for the Deepwater Horizon spill in the northern Gulf of Mexico -- 18. Effect of marine snow on microbial oil degradation -- 19. Molecular legacy of the 1979 Ixtoc 1 oil spill in deep-sea sediments of the southern Gulf of Mexico -- 20. 40 years of weathering of coastal oil residues in the southern Gulf of Mexico -- Section V. Impacts of Deep Spills on Plankton, Fishes, and Protected Resources -- 21. Overview of ecological impacts of deep spills -- 22. Deep-sea benthic faunal impacts and community evolution before, during and after the Deepwater Horizon event -- 23. Impact and resilience of benthic foraminifera in the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon and Ixtoc 1 oil spills -- 24. Chronic sublethal effects observed in wild caught fish following two major oil spills in the Gulf of Mexico: Deepwater Horizon and Ixtoc 1 -- 25. Impacts of deep spills on fish and fisheries -- 26. Impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on marine mammals and sea turtles -- Section VI. Toxicology of Deep Oil Spills -- 27. Ecotoxicology of deep ocean spills -- 28 A synthesis of Deepwater Horizon oil, chemical dispersant and chemically dispersed oil aquatic standard laboratory acute and chronic toxicity studies -- 29. Digging deeper than LC/EC50: non-traditional endpoints and non-model species in oil spill toxicology -- 30. Genetics and oil: transcriptomics, epigenetics and population genomics as tools to understand animal responses to exposure across different time scales -- Section VI. I Ecosystem-level modeling of deep oil spill impacts -- 31. A synthesis of top down and bottom up impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill using ecosystem modeling -- 32. Comparing ecosystem model outcomes between Ixtoc 1 and Deepwater Horizon oil spills -- 33. Effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on Human Communities: Catch and Economic Impacts -- Section VIII. Summary -- 34. Summary of Major Themes – Deep Oil Spills -- Index.
    Abstract: The demand for oil and gas has brought exploration and production to unprecedented depths of the world’s oceans. Currently, over 50% of the oil from the Gulf of Mexico now comes from waters in excess of 1,500 meters (one mile) deep, where no oil was produced just 20 years ago. The Deepwater Horizon oil spill blowout did much to change the perception of oil spills as coming just from tanker accidents, train derailments, and pipeline ruptures. In fact, beginning with the Ixtoc 1 spill off Campeche, Mexico in 1979-1980, there have been a series of large spill events originating at the sea bottom and creating a myriad of new environmental and well control challenges. This volume explores the physics, chemistry, sub-surface oil deposition and environmental impacts of deep oil spills. Key lessons learned from the responses to previous deep spills, as well as unresolved scientific questions for additional research are highlighted, all of which are appropriate for governmental regulators, politicians, industry decision-makers, first responders, researchers and students wanting an incisive overview of issues surrounding deep-water oil and gas production.
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    Pages: XIV, 611 p. 152 illus., 110 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030116057
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Geographic information systems. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental Management. ; Geographical Information System. ; Water.
    Abstract: This book exposes practitioners and students to the theory and application of river and lake ice processes to gain a better understanding of these processes for modelling and forecasting. It focuses on the following processes of the surface water ice: freeze-up, ice cover thickening, ice cover breakup and ice jamming. The reader will receive a fundamental understanding of the physical processes of each component and how they are applied in monitoring and modelling ice covers during the winter season and forecasting ice floods. Exercises accompany each component to reinforce the theoretical principles learned. These exercises will also expose the reader to different tools to process data, such a space-borne remote sensing imagery for ice cover classification. A thread supporting numerical modelling of river ice and lake ice processes runs through the book.
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    Pages: XIV, 267 p. 269 illus., 216 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030286798
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    Keywords: Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Management. ; Water.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Endophytic Bacteria in in planta Organopollutant Detoxification in Crops -- 2. Interaction of Copper Based Nanoparticles to Soil, Terrestrial and Aquatic Systems: Critical Review of the State of the Science and Future Perspectives -- 3. A Systematic Review of the Literature of Factors Affecting the Exposure and the Levels of Lead in Human Breast Milk -- 4. Current Status and Future Prognosis of Malaria Vector Control Pesticide Ecotoxicology and Xenopus sp.
    Abstract: Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology attempts to provide concise, critical reviews of timely advances, philosophy and significant areas of accomplished or needed endeavor in the total field of xenobiotics, in any segment of the environment, as well as toxicological implications. .
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    Pages: XV, 171 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030309923
    Series Statement: Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, Continuation of Residue Reviews, 252
    DDC: 577.14
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    Keywords: Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Technology Characterisation -- Gene Drives Touching Tipping Points -- Vulnerability Analysis of Ecological Systems -- Case Studies -- Modelling -- Alternative Techniques and Options for Risk Reduction of Gene Drives -- Limits of Knowledge & Tipping Points in the Risk Assessment of Gene Drive Organisms -- Steps towards a precautionary risk governance of SPAGE technologies including Gene-Drives.
    Abstract: This open access book reports on a pilot project aiming at collecting information on the socio-ecological risks that could arise in the event of an uncontrolled spread of genetically engineered organisms into the environment. The researchers will, for instance, be taking a closer look at genetically engineered oilseed rape, genetically engineered olive flies as well as plants and animals with so-called gene drives. The book mainly adresses researchers.
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    Pages: XVIII, 256 p. 37 illus., 28 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030389345
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Climatology. ; Economic geography. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Climate Sciences. ; Economic Geography. ; Renewable Energy. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. The impacts of extreme temperatures on mortality risks in Argentina -- Chapter 3. Mitigation and adaptation processes in crop yields. The case of soybeans in Argentina -- Chapter 4. Beyond the Question "Is there Carbon Decoupling". Decoupling Rankings -- Chapter 5. How could trade liberalization on environmental goods and services reduce CO2 Emissions? Decomposing Scale, Technique and Composition effects in a CGE approach -- Chapter 6. Carbon taxes and renewable energy: a discussion about the Green paradox -- Chapter 7. Climate change and Sustainable Development Goals -- Chapter 8. Climate change and Argentina: policy issues -- Chapter 9. Concluding remarks.
    Abstract: In this volume, the contributors discuss some of the most remarkable global warming effects in Argentina and examine policies that Latin American countries could follow to achieve their individual climate goals. Climate change is one of the most pressing issues today. However, after many years of climate negotiations, the world has failed to introduce a common global policy. Differences in countries' climate agendas have led to unsuccessful efforts. Countries willing to pursue a climate policy have sought alternative strategies to mitigate and adapt to global warming's consequences within their jurisdiction. In this context, Latin American countries' role in shaping the regional climate agenda is yet to be explored. The book covers some papers from the well-received "First Workshop on Environmental Economics and Energy" in Argentina. Using data from Argentina, the contributors analyze the effects of global warming on agricultural yields and the impact of extreme weather on human health. From a global perspective, the contributors also describe the interactions between a reduction in carbon emissions, carbon emissions intensity, and economic growth; the role that trade policies can play to reduce carbon emissions; and the paradoxes that arise from promoting renewable energies in the region. The contributors also address the relationship between sustainability and economic growth; the private sector's role in shaping policies and providing sustainable solutions; and the Latin American challenges for the next generation. The book will be of interest to policy-makers, academics, researchers, and professionals worldwide working in climate change impacts and policy. It will also appeal to a general audience interested in climate change economics, its consequences, and the steps that countries in Latin America can take to move forward.
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    Pages: XVI, 150 p. 36 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030622527
    Series Statement: The Latin American Studies Book Series,
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Pollution. ; Philosophy of nature. ; Environmental geography. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Pollution. ; Philosophy of Nature. ; Integrated Geography. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Caspian Sea and its values in Azerbaijan -- Chapter2. Mountain ecosystem values -- Chapter3. Value of the clean water in Azerbaijan -- Chapter4. Environmental migration and cultural losses.
    Abstract: This book aims to draw readers' attention to the benefits once present nature in Azerbaijan. Over the past hundred years, much of this has been lost because of the neglect of the intrinsic values of nature by both managers and local authorities, and the overuse of natural resources. For example, oil pollution and overfishing in the Caspian Sea have almost destroyed its fish and caviar resources. In this volume, the authors distinguish between the concepts of "gain" and "income" and show readers that short-term benefits based solely on monetary income deprive people and nature itself of long-term, lasting value. The book provides readers with real historical information, discusses the interactions between humans and nature, and shows, with real data and trends, the consequences of anthropogenic activity on natural resources in Azerbaijan. The authors cover fish, water, forest, mountain, and pasture ecosystems, draw attention to the impacts that pollution and other forms of environmental degradation have had on these resources, and the show the impact that resource depletion on people’s livelihoods. The book is intended primarily for managers, policymakers, students, and academics, and will be of interest to natural scientists, historians, and students of culture.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 182 p. 75 illus., 73 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031087707
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Emergence Of Plastic As A Pollutant -- Chapter 2: Types and Classifiction of Plastic Pollutants -- Chapter 3: Weathering of Plastics -- Chapter 4: Transport Pathways -- Chapter 5: Factors and Zones of Accumulation -- Chapter 6: Microplastics In The Atmosphere -- Chapter 7: Microplastics in the Land and Soil -- Chapter 8: Microplastics In Aquatic Environments -- Chapter 9: Microplastics in the Biotic Systems -- Chapter 10: Microplastics in the Foodchain -- Chapter 11: Geochemical Fingerprint And Stratigraphic Marker -- Chapter 12: Mitigation, Management And The Challenges Ahead.
    Abstract: This book presents information on the origin and distribution of microplastics, evaluates the methods of their detection, documents their interactions with natural systems, and analyzes the current understanding of their management. Owing to the size, varied compositions, pathways of transport, accumulation and myriad processes of interactions with ecosystems, the microplastics pose severe threats to ecosystem services and natural environmental systems. Therefore, the environmental challenges that microplastics present and the strategies to mitigate their harmful impacts are of great importance to the scientific community, and only a few publications exist that collate this information in a single resource. The book aims to be a comprehensive resource for students, professionals and practitioners of environmental studies on microplastics and how to better understand the threats they pose and the practices to manage them.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIX, 95 p. 19 illus., 12 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031107290
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Human geography. ; Social sciences. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Human Geography. ; Society.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Methodology -- Urban Water Governance -- River Basin Governance -- The implementation of IWRM/IRBM in São Paulo -- The Implementation of UWM in São Paulo -- The Implementation of IWRM/IRBM in Mexico City -- The Implementation of UWM in Mexico City -- Comparing São Paulo and Mexico City: Evidence of Scalar Mismatches -- Towards a Theory of Metropolitan Water Governance.
    Abstract: The book provides insights into the particular nature of water-related challenges in metropolitan regions of the Global South and the “scalar mismatches” that prevent their sustainable and inclusive development. It argues for the adoption of a metropolitan water governance approach to assess these challenges, including the drivers and institutions that shape these, and the policy instruments at river basin and urban scales that aim to address these. The cases of Mexico City and São Paulo, as two mega-cities with a wide ranging of water-related challenges, present lessons to other fast growing urban agglomerations on the variety of possible responses as well as obstacles to their effectiveness that receive little attention.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXIII, 283 p. 23 illus., 15 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031080616
    Series Statement: Water Governance - Concepts, Methods, and Practice,
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Food Safety measures. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Food Safety. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to “Insights into Egypt’s Strategy to Meet the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2030: Researchers Contributions” (El-Sayed Ewis Omran) -- Chapter 2. Overview of the Poverty, Food Security and Nutrition Situation in Egypt (Mona A. Outhman) -- Chapter 3. Long-term control of desertification: Is organic farming superior to conventional? Soil and established arid cultivation practices at SEKEM, Egypt (Lorenz Huebner) -- Chapter 4. The Effect of COVID-19 on the Egyptian Education System and the Role of Digitalization (Marwa Biltagy) -- Chapter 5. Culture and Principles of Equity and Gender Equality as a Basis of Holistic Sustainable Development at SEKEM, Egypt (Lorenz Huebner) -- Chapter 6. Integrated Hydrological Modeling and Geoinformatics for Harvesting and Simulating Mountain torrents on the Area Stretching between Port Sudan and Ras Bennas, Red Sea (El-Sayed E. Omran) -- Chapter 7. Role of Green Energy in Sustainable Development in Egypt (Nadia M. Eshra) -- Chapter 8. Resources of the Renewable Energy in Egypt (Nadia M. Eshra) -- Chapter 9. Utilizing Renewable Energy as a means to Achieve SDGs (Raad H. S. Al-Jibouri) -- Chapter 10. Economic Growth, Employment and Decent Work as a Sustainable Development Policy for all (Harb A. El. Hasseen El-bardisy) -- Chapter 11. Proposed Guidelines For Planning Of Egyptian Fishing Ports (Mahmoud Sharaan) -- Chapter 12. The Impact of Human-Induced in Mining Operations on the Increased Risk of Torrents in the Wadi Allaqi Basin (Mohamed E. Dandrawy) -- Chapter 13. Climate Considerations in the Planning and Sustainability of Egyptian Cities (El-Sayed E. Omran) -- Chapter 14. Life Under Lake Nasser: Water Quality As A Means to Achieving The Egypt's Agenda 2030 (El-Sayed E. Omran) -- Chapter 15. Soil-Water Properties for Reduce Land Degradation Along the High Dam Lake, Egypt (El-Sayed E. Omran) -- Chapter 16. Update, Conclusions, and Recommendations to “Egypt’s Strategy to Meet the Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2030” (El-Sayed E. Omran).
    Abstract: This book focuses on Egypt as a representative example of emerging economies struggling to achieve their sustainable development goals (SDGs). The Egyptian government has launched Egypt’s Vision 2030 in line with the 2030 Agenda, also known as the Sustainable Development Strategy (SDS), which encompasses the economic, social and environmental dimensions of development. It is under the SDS that all development plans in Egypt are incorporated while at the same time being strongly guided by the SDGs. Aware of the principle of shared but differentiated responsibility, Egypt also recognizes that fundamental challenges remain, despite a strong willingness to achieve the SDGs. High birth rates, brain drain phenomena, water scarcity, migration, discrimination against women and girls, a growing informal sector and instability in neighboring states (especially Libya and Syria) are only some of the many hindrances to sustainable development. In order to address these challenges, Egypt relies heavily on the SDGs, which are aimed at transforming our world. Although there is an urgent need for a drastic change in the way we use the Earth, the question arises as to whether the SDGs are sufficient to facilitate such a transformation. This book explores the key environmentally related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and offers a cutting-edge assessment of current progress with a view to reaching these objectives by 2030. The book highlights some of the key findings and ideas for how research may help achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in enterprises. The book provides a useful framework that can help and aid the Egyptian government to assess the many goals and targets outlined in the 2030 Agenda. The analysis of Egypt can be used as a blueprint for other developing nations and globally in order to guide policy toward achieving the SDGs. Covering food security, water resilience, climate change, agronomics, rural life, environmental impact assessment as a tool for measuring the achievement of the goals, Egyptian education, the COVID-19 pandemic, cultural and societal dimensions, this book will be of great interest to students and scholars of sustainable development and climate change, as well as practitioners and policymakers involved in sustainable development and disaster management.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 314 p. 136 illus., 132 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031106767
    Series Statement: Sustainable Development Goals Series,
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Rivers In Czech Republic -- Role of the Water in the Landscape -- Small Water Reservoirs, Ponds and Wetlands Restoration at the Abandoned Pond Areas -- Small Bodies of Water which Have Disappeared from the Czech Landscape and the Possibility of Restoring them -- Protection of Water Resources -- Groudwater Flow Problems and Their Modelling -- Hydrodynamical Modelling in Channel – Case study -- Modelling of Outflow – Case study -- Hydrological Reclamations Iin the Anthropogenically Affected Landscape of Northern Bohemia -- Modelling of the Water-Retention Capacity of the Landscape -- Floodplain Forests - Key Forest Ecosystems for Maintaining and Sustainable Management of Water Resources in Alluvial Landscape -- Agrotechnology as Key Factor of Effective Use of Water on Arable Land -- Ecosystem Services and Disservices of Watercourses and Water Areas -- Water Resources Management Planning -- Technical and Economic Evaluation of River Navigation -- Water Balance and Phase of Hydrocycle Dynamics -- Water in the Landscape from Limnological and Engineering Point of View -- Conclusions and Recommendations.
    Abstract: This book gathers technical and scientific contributions from leading researchers, academics, and lecturers, focusing on water management, water pollution and water structures in the Czech Republic. It discusses a variety of water resources management issues, from stormwater management in urban areas, water quantity, hydraulics structures and hydrodynamic modeling, to flood protection, presenting state-of-the-art developments for addressing a range of problems. Edited and authored by pioneers in the field who have been at the cutting edge of water management development in the Czech Republic, this book is of interest to environmental professionals, including scientists and policymakers both in the Czech Republic and around the globe.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 436 p. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030183639
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 363.73
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    Keywords: Human geography. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Landscape ecology. ; Sustainability. ; Buildings Design and construction. ; Environmental management. ; Human Geography. ; Conservation Biology. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Sustainability. ; Building Construction and Design. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Nature-Driven Urbanism -- 2. Contrast, Contact, Contract; Pathways to pacify urbanization and natural processes -- 3. Temporary Nature - a win-win for nature and developers: tinkering with the law in order to combat biodiversity loss -- 4. Stepping-stone city: process-oriented infrastructures to aid forest migration in a changing climate -- 5. Landscape first! Nature-based design for Sydney’s third city -- 6. From urban green structure to tidal river in Rotterdam: testing grounds for Urban Ecology -- 7. From Urban Acupuncture to the Third Generation City. -- 8. Urbanism on water and ecology: the early example of Westerpark, Breda -- 9. Blue design for urban resilience in drylands: the case of Qatar -- 10. South Creek in Far Western Sydney: Opportunities for a new waterway focused city -- 11. Nature-inclusive Cities: Concepts and Considerations -- 12. Exploring new urban futures through Sydney’s hidden grids -- 13. A bold Vision for Sydney’s future -- 14. A contemporary approach to the design of road transport infrastructure in balance with the landscape -- 15. Bio-inspiration: merging nature and technology -- 16. The Future of Nature-driven Urbanism .
    Abstract: This book discusses the way that a nature-driven approach to urbanism can be applied at each of the urban scales; architectural design, urban design of neighborhoods, city planning and landscape architecture, and at the city and regional scales. At all levels nature-driven approaches to design and planning add to the quality of the built structure and furthermore to the quality of life experienced by people living in these environments. To include nature and greening to built structures is a good starting point and can add much value. The chapter authors have fiducia in giving nature a fundamental role as an integrated network in city design, or to make nature the entrance point of the design process, and base the design on the needs and qualities of nature itself. The highest existence of nature is a permanent ecosystem which endures stressors and circumstances for a prolonged period. In an urban context this is not always possible and temporality is an interesting concept explored when nature is not a permanent feature. The ecological contribution to the environment, and indirect dispersion of species, from a temporary location will, overall add biodiversity to the entire system. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VI, 339 p. 233 illus., 178 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030267179
    Series Statement: Contemporary Urban Design Thinking,
    DDC: 304.2
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Management. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Security systems. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Management. ; Industrial Microbiology. ; Security Science and Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Water – Safety, Security and Sustainability -- 2. Globalization and Water -- 3. New thoughts on Security Studies – Traditional and non-traditional Security concepts -- 4. Overview of Threats and Risks – Critical infrastructure -- 5. Water Management – Futuristic Scenarios -- 6. Nanomaterials And Their Role In Removing Contaminants From Wastewater - A Critical Review -- 7. Polymeric Nanocomposite Membranes For Water Filtration -- 8. Electrospun Nanomaterials: Applications In Water Remediation -- 9. Water Treatment By Green Coagulants - Nature At Rescue -- 10. Application Of System Approach And System Standards In Water Safety Plans Development And Implementation.
    Abstract: This book focuses on threats, especially contaminants, to drinking water and the supply system, especially in municipalities but also in industrial and even residential settings. The safety, security, and suitability landscape can be described as dynamic and complex stemming from necessity and hence culpability due to the emerging threats and risks, vis-a-vis globalization resulting in new forms of contaminants being used due to new technologies. The book provides knowledge and guidance for engineers, scientists, designers, researchers, and students who are involved in water, sustainability, and study of security issues. This book starts out with basics of water usage, current statistics, and an overview ofwater resources. The book then introduces different scenarios of safety and security and areas that researchers need to focus. Following that, the book presents different types of contaminants – inadvertent, intentional, or incidental. The next section presents different methodologies of contamination sensing/detection and remediation strategies as per guidance and standards set globally. The book then concludes with selected chapters on water management, including critical infrastructure that is critical to maintaining safe water supplies to cities and municipalities. Each chapter includes descriptive information for professionals in their respective fields. The breadth of chapters offers insights into how science (physical, natural, and social) and technology can support new developments to manage the complexity resident within the evolving threat and risk landscape.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXV, 725 p. 308 illus., 175 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030760083
    Series Statement: Advanced Sciences and Technologies for Security Applications,
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Geography. ; Transportation engineering. ; Traffic engineering. ; Management. ; Natural disasters. ; Environmental economics. ; Environmental Management. ; Geography. ; Transportation Technology and Traffic Engineering. ; Management. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Economics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I. Chapter 1: Introduction to Infrastructure -- Chapter 2: Infrastructure and Economic Growth -- 3. Chapter 3: Infrastructure Vision for SD -- 4. Chapter 4: Infrastructure and Spatial Organisation -- 5. Chapter 5: Infrastructure as a System -- 6. Chapter 6: The Long Term Plan for Infrastructure -- 7. Part II. Chapter 7: Economic and Social Aspects of Infrastructure -- 8. Chapter 8: Infrastructure as Public or Private Goods -- 9. Chapter 9: Multi Sector/Purpose Infrastructure Planning -- 10. Chapter 10: Climate Change and Infrastructure -- 11. Chapter 11: Infrastructure Resilience -- 12. Chapter 12: Disaster Recovery and Management -- 13. Chapter 13: Analysis of Environmental Impacts of Infrastructure -- 14. Chapter 14: Modelling In Infrastructure Planning -- 15. Part III. Chapter 15: Quality and Reliability of Infrastructure -- 16. Chapter 16: Decision Taking With Infrastructure -- 17. Chapter 17: Multi Objective Evaluation Criteria for Infrastructure -- 18. Part IV. Chapter 18: Cost Allocation for Infrastructure Implementation -- 19. Chapter 19: Human Resources Management for Infrastructure -- 20. Chapter 20: Infrastructure Markets and the Private Sector -- 21. Chapter 21: Quality of Infrastructure Service Delivery -- 22. Chapter 22: Infrastructure Implementation.
    Abstract: This book explains how water, electricity/power and roads are linked together within the general basket of development and how to obtain the optimum use of resources. The emphasis, nowadays, is on multipurpose activities, optimum use of resources, environmental approach, minimum use of energy. This book tries to integrate all of these, by showing the links between the different components of infrastructure and trying to model them. A very good design may fail during the implementation or operation because of bad design, but also due to inadequate attention given to the human aspects required for its operation. This book is intended for graduates or practicing professionals who are involved in the general development planning of their country/region. It creates a general awareness about what is needed to communicate with other professionals in terms of their own fields and others.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXXII, 683 p. 111 illus., 31 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030485597
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Food security. ; Environmental Management. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Food Security.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1: Global warming and Climate Change: Vulnerability in Agricultural Sectors -- Chapter 1: Agriculture, Environment and Sustainable Development: An Overview -- Chapter 2: Economic Evaluation and Assessment of Modern Apple varieties in Kashmir valley (Ex-post) though Propensity Score Matching Methods -- Chapter 3: The Intensification of Shifting Cultivation in Tanzania: Effects on Soil and Vegetation -- Chapter 4: Impact of plant health on global food security: A holistic view -- Chapter 5: Crop Diversification as a Measure of Sustainable Agriculture and Production Growth -- Part 2: Water, Environment and Agriculture Sustainability -- Chapter 6: Spatiotemporal Analysis of built-up Area Expansion on Agricultural Land in Mousuni Island of Indian Sundarban -- Chapter 7: Levels of agriculture development and Crop Diversification: A District-wise panel data analysis in West Bengal -- Chapter 8: Engineering interventions to mitigate the agricultural waste in India -- Chapter 9: The study of red onion (Allium cepa) on growth and yield parameters in response to plant spacing in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka -- Chapter 10: Soil Potential Erosion Risk Calculation Assessment Using Geospatial Technique in Keonjhar District, Odisha, India -- Part 3: Agriculture Sustainability and Sustainable Development and Environmental Management -- Chapter 11: Organic Farming Sector of India– A Statistical Review and Recommendations -- Chapter 12: The Agrarian Vision: Sustainability and Environmental Ethics Via, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) -- Chapter 13: Soil community composition and ecosystem processes -- Chapter 14: Household Access to Actual Food Intake and Fertility Level of Muslim population: A Study from Rural West Bengal -- Chapter 15: Livelihood, Food Security and Sustainability in Murshidabad District.
    Abstract: This volume is intended to provide a comprehensive understanding of recent innovations related to the study of agricultural and environmental management for sustainable development. The book clearly identifies why the fight to achieve sustainable development in agricultural production must be fought along a broad multidisciplinary front to overcome issues such as soil erosion, poor water quality, pesticide contamination, and food insecurity. Readers are given a broad exposition of the trends and current practices of basic principles on sustainable agriculture, along with a detailed understanding of the use of sustainable agriculture to develop environmentally sustainable food production systems. The chapters describe the ecological sustainability of agricultural systems, current innovations to improve efficiency in the use of resources for sustainable agriculture, and the proposal for technological options and new areas of research in this very significant field of agriculture. The authors aim to provide readers with a good subject understanding which will assist in the identification of agricultural development, environmental risk, sustainable resource management and design of appropriate responses. This book will be very helpful for students, researchers and practitioners interested in the fields of agriculture, environment and sustainable development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXI, 272 p. 87 illus., 82 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031104060
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Water. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- Foreword -- Acknowledgement -- Executive Summary -- Key Messages -- Part 1: Urban Water Security in Changing Context -- Chapter 1: Urban Water Security -- Chapter 2: Challenges to Urban Water Security -- Chapter 3: Urban Water Governance -- Part 2: Portfolio of Sustainable Solutions to Address Water Security -- Chapter 4: Water Demand Management -- Chapter 5: Quality Related Solutions -- Chapter 6: Landscape Based Approach to Water Security -- Chapter 7: Urban Storm Water Management -- Chapter 8: Soft Measures in Water Security -- Part 3: Innovation to Achieve Water Security -- Chapter 9: Potential of Innovations in Water Sector -- Chapter 10: Discussion and Policy Recommendation -- Concluding Remarks -- Acknowledgement -- Glossary -- References.
    Abstract: This book presents solutions to address water security in rapidly urbanizing cities, and explores the new paradigms of water security in changing contexts. Highlighting the latest developments in water research, changes in water policy, and current discourses on water security, the book also provides information and tools for local stakeholders, water managers, and policymakers to build the capacity for sustainable water governance. The book discusses a wide range of sustainable solutions and their implementation to ensure that the balance between water supply and demand remains sustainable in the long term, with a focus on local solutions to build capacity and developing policy awareness for a wide range of stakeholders. As the concept of urban water security in changing contexts is open to multiple interpretations, the authors set out various approaches. Providing an overview of the changing perspectives of urban water security in different contexts, the book is based on findings of the Asia-Pacific Network water security project at the United Nations University, Tokyo, as well as the authors' current research-based at Pokhara University, Nepal, Hosei University, Tokyo, Institute for the Global Environmental Strategies, Japan and the Australian National University, Australia. The book also includes the views of international authorities (such as water experts) on the subject. The solutions are complemented by analysis of case studies of various localized sustainable solutions at different scales. The book is a valuable resource for water professionals and policymakers around the globe, academics, teachers working in water-related areas, NGOs, think thanks, water research institutes, donor organizations, and international and local water utility services.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 182 p. 61 illus., 56 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030531102
    Series Statement: Water Science and Technology Library, 93
    DDC: 304.2
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Natural disasters. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Natural Hazards. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Regional Adaptation of Water Quality Algorithms for Monitoring Inland Waters: Case Study from Irish Lakes -- Optical remote sensing in Lake Trasimeno: understanding from applications across diverse temporal, spectral and spatial scales -- Satellite instrumentation and technique for oil pollution monitoring of the seas -- Satellite instrumentation and technique for monitoring of seawater quality -- Inland Water altimetry: technological progress and applications -- Generic Strategy for Consistency Validation of the Satellite-, In-situ-, and Reanalysis - based Climate Data Records (CDRs) Essential Climate Variables (ECVs) -- Optical spectroscopy for on line water monitoring -- Fiber optic technology for environmental monitoring: state of the art and application in the Observatory of transfers in the Vadose Zone- (O-ZNS) -- Plants, vital players in the terrestrial water cycle -- Improving water quality and security with advanced sensors and indirect water sensing methods.
    Abstract: This book aims at presenting a unified framework for the description of working principles, recent advances and applications of cutting-edge measurement technologies for the water sector. Instrumentation and measurement technologies are currently playing a key role in the monitoring, assessment and protection of environmental resources. Measurement techniques and sensing methods for the observation of water systems are rapidly evolving and are requiring an increased multi-disciplinary participation. The whole water sector is characterised by multiple technological contexts concerning the monitoring of the resource, given the broad coverage that includes water from its natural domains to the men-made infrastructures. In particular, instrumentation and measurement technologies have a pervasive presence in all the necessary aspects for the assessment, monitoring and control of the water resource and of its relationship with the various environmental stressors, including the anthropic pressures. Therefore, the book aims at presenting how the diagnostics/monitoring methodologies and the related technologies can give an answer to the issues raised by the complex scenario characterising the water cycle management (WCM). The book is structured in five topical sections, grouped by similarity of their technological and/or applicative contexts.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 599 p. 250 illus., 213 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031082627
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Wireless communication systems. ; Mobile communication systems. ; Agriculture. ; Geographic information systems. ; Climatology. ; Cooperating objects (Computer systems). ; Environmental Management. ; Wireless and Mobile Communication. ; Agriculture. ; Geographical Information System. ; Climate Sciences. ; Cyber-Physical Systems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1: Agriculture -- Chapter2: Livestock -- Chapter3: Climate.
    Abstract: This book provides applications of wireless sensor networks (WSN) in environmental monitoring, with an emphasis on livestock disease detection and agricultural management in Africa to aid farmers. This proposed system entails current and innovative monitoring technologies intended to improve agricultural conditions in Africa, with a focus on Botswana, and addresses the Internet of Things (IoT) as a set of remote monitoring protocols using WSNs to improve and ensure proper environmental maintenance. In this book, the author introduces WSNs, and how the IoT can be applied to develop a system of "smart agriculture" in Africa, taking into account livestock health, climate change impacts on crops and wildlife, and technological innovations in response to climate change such as windmills and solar panels. The book will be interesting to students and researchers in engineering and life sciences, as well as practitioners working with sensing technologies for agricultural monitoring and improvement. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXIV, 100 p. 92 illus., 79 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030334871
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Environmental Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction -- 2. Watershed Management and Development -- 3. Thematic Mapping for Watershed Development -- 4. Sustainable Watershed Development Planning.
    Abstract: This book presents a case study on a semi-arid region, Maharashtra State, India, and discusses problems concerning a broad range of areas: sustainable watershed development; watershed management; groundwater condition; land and resource development plans; thematic maps on e.g. land use, soil types and soil erosion; groundwater recharge site selection; remote sensing and GIS; and soil and water conservation structures. The book’s focus is on creating a land and water resource development plan and environmental management for groundwater recharge development using remote sensing and GIS technology in the case study region, which is situated in the Akola and Buldhana districts of Maharashtra. Its goal is to promote awareness for sustainable watershed development and planning in semi-arid regions by highlighting the problems of, and plans for, groundwater and surface water pollution and sustainable watershed development. These aspects are of great importance to watershed and natural resources planning and management, and need to be exploited and managed sustainably. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to all scientists, research scholars and graduate students of remote sensing, hydrology, hydrogeology, water resource engineering, agricultural engineering and related areas who want to acquire detailed information on watershed planning and sustainable water resource planning in semi-arid regions, or to find new methodologies and techniques for studying the feedback mechanisms between forms and processes. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 69 p. 25 illus., 23 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030472443
    Series Statement: SpringerBriefs in Water Science and Technology,
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Climatology. ; Geographic information systems. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Climate Sciences. ; Geographical Information System. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water: How Secure are We under Climate Change? -- Influence of stemflow measurement on interception estimation under Eucalyptus plantations -- Strategic Human Resources in Water Sources Development -- Water Budget Monitoring of the Ganga River Basin using remote sensing data and GIS -- Evaluation of SWAT Model for Simulating the Water Balance Components for the DudhKoshi River Basin in Nepal -- Development Policy Framework Towards Riverfront Development (RFD)- A Study on Mula- Mutha Riverfront Pune, Maharashtra, India -- Rejuvenating Water Wisdom: A Route to Resilience. .
    Abstract: This book covers a wide spectrum of water resources management, including water supply and demand, operation and maintenance of water distribution systems, water quality assessment, impacts of climate change on hydrological extremes, and water governance. Rapid urbanization, industrialization, and population growth are the major factors contributing to a significant rise in water demands across all the sectors in India. Although the Indian Summer Monsoon Rainfall contributes primarily to the available surface and groundwater resources, recurrent non-uniform/erratic rainfall events have resulted in widespread water scarcity. On many occasions, extreme meteorological conditions trigger the severity of water-related disasters such as floods and droughts. The untreated wastewater from domestic and industrial sources discharged through un-engineered means, adds to the issue as it ends up polluting the surface and groundwater resources. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 414 p. 193 illus., 147 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783031134678
    Series Statement: Water Science and Technology Library, 116
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Pollution. ; Climatology. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Water. ; Pollution. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: An Ecological-network-analysis Input-output Model for Analyzing Energy Consumption in Fujian Province -- High-accuracy Machine Learning Models to Estimate Above Ground Biomass over Tropical Closed Evergreen Forest Areas from Satellite Data -- An Integrated Bi-level Optimization Model for Planning Water-food-energy Nexus System under Uncertainty -- Evaluating the Effects of Environmental Stress on Leaf Chlorophyll Content as an Index for Tree Health -- Optimizing Water Resources Allocation and Hydropower Generation for Supporting Reservoir Management -- Climate Change Impacts on Agriculture and Water Resource Management in the North China Plain -- Analysis on the Response of Lake Level Changes: a Hybrid Stepwise-cluster Factorial Approach -- A Comparative study of Geometric and Exponential Laws in Modelling the Distribution of Daily Precipitation Duration's -- Planning Water-food-energy Nexus System towards Sustainable Development under Uncertainty -- Assessment of Climate Change Impacts on Streamflow - A case Study of Naryn River Basin, Central Asia -- Multiple Linear Regression Model of environmental variables, predictors of global solar radiation in the area of East Lima, Peru -- Development of a Bayesian Copula-based Spatial-temporal Method for Multivariate Drought Risk Analysis -- Hydro-meteorological Big Data Integration and Application Service in the Yangtze River Basin -- Global INDCs Gap, Dilemma and Innovative Path of Carbon Sink Increase -- What are the Embedded Emissions from Industrial Consumption? -- Sustainable Cities, Rescue of Original Construction Methods and Use of Technology. A Literary Review -- The Impact of Urban Green-infrastructure Development on the Price of Surrounding Real Estate: A case study of Taichung City’s Central District -- Numerical Investigation of a 600 MW Tangentially Fired Boiler with Different Particle Sizes of Pulverized Coal -- Sustainable Energy Planning Based on the Electrical Grid and Green Energy Transition in Kenya between 2019 to 2030. Design, Implementation and Evaluation of an Industrial Water Treatment System in El Coca, Ecuador in Accordance with National Guidelines -- Bio-inspired Hierarchical Porous TiO2 for Photodegradation of Organic Pollutant under Solar Irradiation -- Enhanced Membrane Fouling Control and Trace Organic Compounds Removal by Coupling Coagulation and Adsorption in an Electric Field -- Platinum Nanoparticles Embed in Pt Single Atoms Doped Carbon for Efficient Oxygen Reduction Reaction -- The Influence of Stibnite Grain Size on the Oxidative Dissolution Process and Isotope (S,O) Characteristics -- Contribution of Constructed Wetlands for Reclaimed Water Production: A Review -- Chemical Characteristics and Fluorine Enrichment Mechanism of High Fluoride Groundwater in Aksu Area, Xinjiang -- Pollution Characteristics of VOCs in Atmospheric Background Air of Jinan Cities -- Ultra-selective and room temperature NO2 sensor based on PPy/MXene isotype junction -- Spatio-seasonal variation assessment of water quality based on GIS techniques to identify pollution sources in Mantaro basin -- Enhance the Performance of Electrospun Forward Osmosis Membrane by Introducing a Carbon Nanotube Interlayer -- Applicability of ion exchange with the combination of air stripping for ammonium removal and recovery -- Confining peroxymonosulfate activation in carbon nanotube intercalated nitrogen doped reduced graphene oxide membrane for enhanced water treatment: The role of nanoconfinement effect -- Achieving rapid and deep autotrophic nitrogen removal from wastewater in aeration sponge iron biofilter: Simultaneous nitrification, Feammox, NDFO and Anammox -- Metabolomic pathway regulation to achieve optimal control of inorganic carbon in anammox process -- Essential oils of plants as biocides against microorganisms isolated from Portuguese Convent of Christ in Tomar -- Understanding the biodegradation and impact of metronidazole in mesophilic and thermophilic anaerobic fermentation -- The potential of peripheral neighborhoods for the development of urban green in Latin American cities, the case of Algeria, Quito, Ecuador -- Potential for Nature-based solutions to Mitigate Impacts of Climate Change -- Agritourism and Territorial Development in Rural Areas in Morocco: Impact Study at the Level of the Fes-meknes Region (Morocco).
    Abstract: This book features a collection of high-quality and peer-reviewed papers from 2022 13th International Conference on Environmental Science and Technology, which was held in Shandong, China, during October 21–23, 2022. ICEST is held annually as a platform for presentation of new advances and research results in the fields of Environmental Science and Technology. This year, we focus on the theme: Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development. With the continuous development of human society, environmental problems are becoming more and more serious. How to realize the rational use of resources, realize the sustainable development of ecological environment, and protect the environment on which human beings live has become an urgent problem to be solved. Based on the conference theme this year, the presentations include the topical areas of environmental sustainability, environmental restoration, waste minimization, solid waste management, water pollution control, water treatment and reclamation, air pollution control, carbon capture and storage and environmental monitoring, etc.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 336 p. 136 illus., 108 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031274312
    Series Statement: Environmental Science and Engineering,
    DDC: 551.48
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  • 183
    Keywords: Industrial management Environmental aspects. ; Sustainability. ; Biodiversity. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Climatology. ; Environmental management. ; Corporate Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Biodiversity. ; Conservation Biology. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Management.
    Abstract: This book aims to cover the multitude of corporate approaches towards mainstreaming biodiversity conservation and ecological management in policies and action plans, and explores the roles of these efforts in achieving national and global targets for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The book addresses various aspects of corporate actions such as corporate environmental responsibility, green businesses, market-based approaches to biodiversity conservation, and biodiversity trade-offs, and includes concept papers, reviews, and case studies presenting qualitative and quantitative research. Additionally, the text compares and assesses examples of positive and negative impacts of corporate involvement in biodiversity conservation in developed and developing countries to identify innovative approaches, and the best practices and models that can be replicated in diverse environmental conditions. The studies included in the book will help those working in the field of corporate involvement in biodiversity conservation, and outline the strengths and weaknesses of the approaches which will be useful for designing new environmental management action plans in the face of climate change. The book will also be of great value to researchers, academicians, policy makers, civil society groups, policy think tanks, and conservation managers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXIV, 235 p. 27 illus., 25 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030427030
    Series Statement: Environment & Policy, 59
    DDC: 658.4083
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  • 184
    Keywords: Geology. ; Geomorphology. ; Mineralogy. ; Environmental management. ; Tourism. ; Management. ; Geology. ; Geomorphology. ; Mineralogy. ; Environmental Management. ; Tourism Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I -- History of Research: Geoscientific Exploration of Ciomadul Hills -- Introduction to the Tectonic Evolution of the South-East Carpathians -- Evolution of the Ciomadul Volcanic Field – Lava Domes and Explosive Eruptions -- Petrology of Ciomadul volcano: the rock record -- Gone with the Wind: Dispersal of Ciomadul Tephra.
    Abstract: This book delivers the present state-of-the-art of scientific characteristics of the unique Ciomadul volcano (Romania, East-Central Europe) from as many aspects as possible.. Multidisciplinary research results obtained on this geologically young volcanic complex are presented to a wider audience (geologists, volcanologists, botanists, archaeologists, historians and teachers). Moreover, the book provides information at a general level for interested laypersons and decision-makers. The first part of the book, after summarizing the research history of Ciomadul, presents the details of the volcanism and related topics (volcanology, geology, landscape evolution, minerals, post-volcanic activity and spa culture) in eight chapters; the second part deals with the palaeo-environmental issues of the larger area, along with human history, in nine chapters.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 282 p. 187 illus., 158 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030891404
    DDC: 551
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Earth sciences. ; Environment. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Earth Sciences. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Introduction -- Chapter 1. The Emergence of Water Resilience: an introduction -- Part II: Examining water systems through the lens of resilience -- Chapter 2. Water Policy and Governance in Transition: The EU Water Framework Directive -- Chapter 3. The Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)—California’s Prescription for Common Challenges of Groundwater Governance -- Chapter 4. Water Policy Reform for Sustainable Development in the Murray-Darling Basin, Australia: Insights from Resilience Thinking -- Chapter 5. Reducing Nutrient Loading from Agriculture to Lake Ecosystems – Contributions of Resilience Principles -- Chapter 6. Reconfiguring water governance for resilient social-ecological systems in South America -- Part III: Exploring the conceptual boundaries and bridges of water resilience -- Chapter 7. Capacities for watershed resilience: persistence, adaptation, and transformation -- Chapter 8. Adaptive Governance in North American Water Systems: a legal perspective on resilience and reconciliation -- Chapter 9. Cross-scale Governance for Urban Water Resilience in Bengaluru and Cape Town -- Chapter 10. Facing Change: Understanding Transitions of River Basin Policies Over Time -- Chapter 11. Conditions and Cautions for Transforming Ocean Governance -- Chapter 12. Extraordinary governance to avoid extraordinary events. Part IV: Conclusion -- Chapter 13. Charting a course for management and governance dimensions of water resilience.
    Abstract: This book synthesizes current knowledge and understanding of management and governance in the context of water resilience; advances theory through synthesis of research and experiences from a variety of disciplinary perspectives. The book highlights the implications of theory and experience for innovation in practice and policy; and it explores frontiers and future research. The book further addresses the need for a consolidated, interdisciplinary approach to the theoretical advances and practical implications of water resilience for academics, resource managers, aid organizations, policy makers and citizens. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 311 p. 23 illus., 18 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030481100
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Chemistry, Technical. ; Environmental management. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Industrial Chemistry. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Solution and Challenges in recycling waste cathode-ray tube -- 2. Reconfigurable recycling systems of e-waste -- 3. An Economic Assessment of Present and Future Electronic Waste Streams: Japan’s Experience -- 4. Recent technologies in electronic waste management -- 5. Recycling challenges for electronic consumer products to e-waste: A developing countries perspective -- 6. Chemical recycling of electronic waste for clean fuel production -- 7. Management of electrical and electronic equipment in European Union countries: a comparison -- 8. E-waste management from macroscopic to microscopic scale -- 9. Recycling processes for the recovery of metal from e-waste of the LED industry -- 10. E-waste management and the conservation of geochemical scarce resources -- 11. Sustainable electronic waste management: Implications on environmental and human health -- 12. E-waste and their implications on the environmental and human health.
    Abstract: This book gives up-to-date information and broad views on e-waste recycling and management using the latest techniques for industrialist and academicians. It describes the problems of e-waste generated by all global living communities and its impact on our ecosystems and discusses recycling techniques in detail to reduce its effect as well as proper management of e-waste to save the environment. It also considers future technological expectations from e-waste recycling and management technologies. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 235 p. 57 illus., 29 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030141844
    Series Statement: Environmental Chemistry for a Sustainable World, 33
    DDC: 363.728
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    Cham :Springer International Publishing :
    Keywords: Environment. ; Environmental management. ; Physical geography. ; Management. ; Power resources. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Physical Geography. ; Management. ; Natural Resource and Energy Economics. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Executive Summary -- 2. The Context of Coral Reef Degradation and Loss -- 3. Coral Reef Ecology -- 4. Global Environmental Policy -- 5. International Finance -- 6. The Origins and History of Coral Reef Conservation Finance -- 7. Government Domestic Budgetary Expenditures -- 8. Conservation Easements -- 9. Government International Budgetary Expenditures -- 10. Impact Investing -- 11. Payments for Ecosystem Services -- 12. Ecotourism -- 13. Debt Conversions -- 14. Blue Procurement Models -- 15. Blue Bonds and Seascape Bonds -- 16. Additional Solutions -- 17. The Future of Coral Reef Conservation Finance -- 18. Concluding Thoughts About Conservation Finance.
    Abstract: This book critically engages with how the conservation of tropical coral reefs is financed. Beginning with the context of tropical coral reef degradation and loss, alongside an overview of tropical ecology, global environmental policy and finance, the book reviews several conservation financing instruments. These include ecotourism, debt-for-nature swaps, impact investments, and government domestic budgetary expenditures. From the Great Barrier Reef, to the Coral Triangle, to the Mesoamerican Reef, tropical coral reef degradation and loss are serious global environmental issues, contributing to loss revenue and food insecurity for coastal communities, and species extinction. Yet, many leading companies, individuals, and governments are making a positive impact on tropical coral reef conservation through the use of conservation finance. Conservation of Tropical Coral Reefs, using 30 case studies which span 23 countries and 6 continents, tells the history of international conservation finance and provides a variety of options for individuals, businesses, and governments to support conservation financing projects. Brian McFarland is the Senior Vice President at Carbonfund.org Foundation. Brian is a certified Project Management Professional by the Project Management Institute, a Certified Sustainability Professional from the International Society of Sustainability Professionals, and holds dual graduate degrees in Business Administration and Global Environmental Policy. Brian has also published two previous books entitled, REDD+ and Business Sustainability and Conservation of Tropical Rainforests: A Review of Financial and Strategic Solutions.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: LV, 728 p. 57 illus., 47 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030570125
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental policy. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Policy.
    Abstract: This book is a part of ICL new book series “ICL Contribution to Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction” founded in 2019. Peer-reviewed papers submitted to the Fifth World Landslide Forum were published in six volumes of this book series. This book contains the followings: Part I with topics is mainly about landslides and earthquakes; landslide dams and outburst floods; catastrophic large-scale landslides in mountainous regions. Part II with topics is mainly about impact of climate change; loess landslides; mapping, monitoring and modeling of landslides; stabilization and mitigation; application of new technology in landslide studies. Prof. Vít Vilímek is a member of the evaluation committee of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL), Editor-in-Chief of the university journal AUC Geographica and Associate Editor-in-Chief of the international journal Geoenvironmental Disasters. He is a Professor of Physical Geography at Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic. Prof. Fawu Wang is the President of the International Consortium on Geo-disaster Reduction (ICGdR) and the Editor-in-Chief of the international journal Geoenvironmental Disasters. He is a Professor at the School of Civil Engineering, Tongji University, China. Dr. Alexander Strom is a chief expert at the Geodynamics Research Center LLC, Moscow, Russia. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Chang’an University, Xi’an, China, Visiting Professor at SKLGP, Chengdu, China, and an alternative representative of the JSC “Hydroproject Institute” in ICL. Prof. Kyoji Sassa is the Founding President and the Secretary-General of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL). He has been the Editor-in-Chief of International Journal Landslides since its foundation in 2004. Prof. Peter Bobrowsky is the President of the International Consortium on Landslides. He is a Senior Scientist of Geological Survey of Canada, Ottawa, Canada. Prof. Kaoru Takara is the Executive Director of the International Consortium on Landslides. He is a Professor and Dean of Graduate School of Advanced Integrated Studies (GSAIS) in Human Survivability (Shishu-Kan), Kyoto University.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXVI, 427 p. 450 illus., 418 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030603199
    Series Statement: ICL Contribution to Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction,
    DDC: 551
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  • 189
    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Geomorphology. ; Geographic information systems. ; Earth sciences. ; Geography. ; Environmental management. ; Agriculture. ; Water. ; Geomorphology. ; Geographical Information System. ; Earth and Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Geospatial Technology for Geomorphology Mapping and its Applications -- Geospatial technology for estimation of geomorphological characteristics of an ungauged watershed -- Long Term Analysis of River Migration Pattern using Geospatial Techniques – A case study of upper part of the Ganga River, India -- Space borne Scatterometers for understanding the large-scale land hydrological processes -- Wetland Classification and Monitoring Using Time Series Earth Observation Data and Machine Learning Algorithm: A Case Study in Upper Ganga River Stretch.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the application of geospatial technologies for resource planning and management for the key natural resources, e.g. water, agriculture and forest as well as the decision support system (DSS) for infrastructure development. We have seen in the past four decades that the growing complexities of sustainable management of natural resources management have been very challenging. The book has been written to leverage the current geospatial technologies that integrate the remotely sensed data available from various platforms, the precise locational data providing geospatial intelligence, and the advanced integration tools of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Geospatial technologies have been used for water resources management employing geomorphological characteristics, analysis of river migration pattern, understanding the large-scale hydrological process, wet land classification and monitoring, analysis of glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF), assessment of environmental flow and soil erosion studies, water quality modelling and assessment and rejuvenation of paleochannels through groundwater recharge. Geospatial technologies have been applied for crop classification and mapping, soil moisture determination using RISAT-1 C-band and PALSAR-2 L-band sensors, inventory of horticulture plantations, management of citrus orchards, crop yield forecasting, rice yield estimation, estimation of evapotranspiration and its evaluation against lysimeter and satellite-based evapotranspiration product for India to address the various issues of the agricultural system management. Geospatial technologies have been used for generation of digital elevation model, urban dynamics assessment, mobile GIS application at grass root level planning, cadastral level developmental planning and e-governance applications, system dynamics for sustainable development, micro-level water resources planning, site suitability for sewage treatment plant, traffic density assessment, geographical indications of India, archaeological applications and disasters interventions to elaborate various issues of DSS for infrastructure development and management. Geospatial technologies have been employed for the generation and reconciliation of the notified forest land boundaries, and also the land cover changes analysis within notified forest areas, forest resource assessment, management and monitoring and wildlife conservation and management. This book aims to present high-quality technical case studies representing the recent developments in the “application of geospatial technologies for resource planning and management”. The editors hope that this book will serve as a valuable resource for scientists and researchers to plan and manage land and water resources sustainably.
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    Pages: VIII, 750 p. 378 illus., 351 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030989811
    Series Statement: Water Science and Technology Library, 115
    DDC: 551.48
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    Keywords: Geography. ; Environment. ; Environmental policy. ; Sociology. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental management. ; Geography. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Policy. ; Sociology. ; Physical Geography. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Transformation and the Anthropocene -- Chapter 2: Understanding Change and Governing Transformation -- Chapter 3: Domains of Change in Biodiversity Conservation -- Chapter 4: Novel Decisions and Conservative Frames -- Chapter 5: Cultural Landscapes and Novel Ecosystems -- Chapter 6. Climate Change, Conservation, and Expertise -- Chapter 7. Contested Concepts, Cultures of Knowledge and the Chimera of Change -- Chapter 8. Conclusion: Reform, Reinvention, and Renewal.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the present and future challenges of managing ecosystem transformation on a planet where human impacts are pervasive. In this new epoch, the Anthropocene, the already rapid rate of species loss is amplified by climate change and other stress factors, causing transformation of highly-valued landscapes. Many locations are already transforming into novel ecosystems, where new species, interactions, and ecological functions are creating landscapes unlike anything seen before. This has sparked contentious debate not just about science, but about decision-making, responsibility, fairness, and human capacity to intervene. Clement argues that the social and ecological reality of the Anthropocene requires modernised governance and policy to confront these new challenges and achieve ecological objectives. There is a real opportunity to enable society to cope with transformed ecosystems by changing governance, but this is notoriously difficult. Aimed at anyone involved in these conversations, be those researchers, practitioners, decision makers or students, this book brings together diffuse research exploring how to confront institutional change and ecological transformation in different contexts, and provides insight into how to translate governance concepts into productive pathways forward. Sarah Clement is an environmental governance researcher and lecturer in environmental planning and management in the School of Environmental Sciences, University of Liverpool, UK. She also worked as an environmental consultant, researcher, and environmental policy advisor for 10 years in the USA and Australia.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVII, 353 p. 6 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030603502
    Series Statement: Palgrave Studies in Environmental Policy and Regulation,
    DDC: 910
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Environmental management. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Conservation Biology. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Eutrophication – A worldwide water quality issue -- Eutrophication and public health -- The effect of immediate treatment for Water quality: Policies and protection perspectives -- Management strategies for lake restoration -- Chemical lake restoration methods: From alum to innovative composite materials -- Non-invasive removal of phosphorus from lakes using processed calcite-based materials -- Novel composite materials as P-adsorption agents and their potential applications as fertilizers -- A new method for lake restoration, impacting on circular economy (CE).
    Abstract: This book aims to structure, in a complete and sequential way, the mainstream technical knowledge which is related to eutrophication control. The book considers the development of innovative technologies for phosphate removal, while supporting the restoration of currently degraded lakes and reservoir systems. In addition, this book contains key-aspects of future benchmark interests being specially framed under the ongoing development of a circular economy. In particular, the book will contribute to a better understanding of the problem of internal P-loads and P-sources disposition towards a more effective control of nutrients’ enrichment in lakes. The chemical routes and environmental fate of such lake nutrients will be viewed in the light of innovative technologies (engineering dimensions) and circular economy perspectives (economics dimensions). The main theme extends to an economic appreciation of environmental polluted aquifers. The book will appeal to an interdisciplinary audience, covering a wide spectrum of scientific fields, such as environment, physical chemistry, surface chemistry, interfacial phenomena, coastal engineering, bio-engineering, environmental policy makers, and economists.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VII, 209 p. 74 illus., 66 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030763800
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Pollution. ; Bioclimatology. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Pollution. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Site Suitability Analysis for Identification of River Bank Filtration (RBF) Sites: Case Study of the Alaknanda River Basin -- Contaminant Transport Modeling for Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Porous Systems using MODFLOW models-based Scripting Python Package -- Integrated Water Resources Management: Perspective for State of Uttarakhand, India -- Water Resource Estimation and Management: Case Study of the Alaknanda River Basin -- Linkages of surface water with groundwater for water resource management in water deficit region of India.
    Abstract: This book is Volume 2 which is published to complement "Environmental Processes and Management: Tools and Practices" (https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-38152-3), 2020 This book provides an in-depth, well-researched and science-based approach to applying key project management and spatial tools and practices in environmental projects. This book is an important read for leaders considering projects that balance social–economic growth against minimizing its ill effects on Planet Earth. This book brings together several aspects of groundwater engineering, as well as the formula and analytical approaches required for more informed decision-making. It also highlights the vital importance of understanding the technological, economic and social dimensions of environmental studies explained through dynamic approaches and illustrative figures that have short-term results and long-term impacts. This book emphasizes on encouraging the modern and vibrant research works conducted by young researchers across the world. This book clearly details the general application of fundamental groundwater processes, the character of the different types of systems in which they occur and the way in which these factors influence process dynamics, environmental systems and their possible remedies. The book sets a possible recommendation for the professionalism with which environmental research should be planned, executed, monitored, assessed and delivered. While primarily intended for professionals responsible for the management of groundwater projects or interested in improving the overall efficiency of such projects, it is also useful for managers in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The book is a valuable resource for students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. In addition, this book serves as an indispensable guide for anyone willing to develop their skills in modern groundwater / environmental management and related techniques.
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    Pages: XVII, 359 p. 124 illus., 100 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9783031202087
    Series Statement: Water Science and Technology Library, 120
    DDC: 333.7
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    Keywords: Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental policy. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Keynote Lectures, Recent development in evaluation and application of residual and fully softened shear strength for stability analysis of landslides -- Oso Landslide: Failure Mechanism and Runout Analyses Numerical Modelling for Slope Stabilizations in Modern Geotechnical Practice -- Recent Advances in the Methods of Slope Stability and Deformation Analyses -- Engineering Risk Mitigation for Landslide Hazard Chains: the Baige Landslides on the Jinsha River in 2018 -- Recent Development in Physical Modeling of Landslides, Application of magnetic tracking system in laboratory-scale rock avalanche model tests -- A simple physically-based distributed translational landslide model -- Behaviour of Slope Instability using Physical and Computational Modelling -- Centrifuge Modelling of Slope Failure due to Groundwater during Excavation -- Effects of Relative Density in Progressive Sliding of Tailing -- Experimental Studies on the Effect of Vegetation Density to Change Underground Seepage Rate and Stability of Slopes -- Laboratory simulations of submarine landslide failure mechanisms -- Laboratory tests to simulate the rainfall infiltration process of pyroclastic soils subject to instability -- Recent Development in Numerical Modeling of Landslides, 3D analysis of a fragmental rockfall -- 3D landslide models in VR -- A coupled discrete element and depth-averaged model for flow-like landslide simulations -- Advanced methods for simulating complex landslides -- Application of Reciprocal Green’s Functions on the Forecast of Submarine Landslide Tsunamis -- Deformation characteristics with porewater pressure development of shallow landslide triggered by rainfall infiltration -- Debris flow simulations due to landslide dam outburst and considering effective countermeasures -- First test results from the SMART-SED simulation tool basin scale sediment yield model -- Hazard assessment of a rainfall-induced deep-seated landslide in Hakha city, Myanmar -- Landslide hazard zoning based on the integrated simulation model (LS-Rapid) -- Numerical models of debris flows with entrainment analysis-case studies from the Republic of Serbia -- Numerical simulation of a creeping landslide case in Japan -- Numerical simulation of debris flows after ash fall at Mt. Fuji -- On the progression of slope failures using inverse velocity of surface movements in an undercut slope model -- Rainfall boundary condition in a multiphase Material Point Method -- Response of slopes to earthquakes and rainfall -- Reproduction of Sedimentation State during Rock Slope Failure Using the Simplified DEM Model -- Recent Development in soil and rock testing techniques, application and analysis methods, Analysis of shear strength variability of ash-fall pyroclastic soils involved in flow-like landslides -- Comparison of Soil Parameters and Soil Moduli E50 & E70 of Residual Soils used in Stability Analysis -- Influence of plant root asperities and architectural traits on soil shear resistance -- Modelling of Creep Behavior of Claystone in Mae Moh Open-Pit Mine Using the Soft Soil Creep Model -- Monotonic and Cyclic behaviour of tephra layer landslide at Takanodai from the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake -- Shearing rate effect on residual strength of typical clay soils in ring shear test -- Simple shear tests for unsaturated soils -- Simplest Methods of Determining Dynamic Soil Properties for Use in Co-seismic Hazard Analysis -- The acoustic emission characteristics and shear behaviour during granular shearing -- Recent advancements in the methods of slope stability and deformation analyses, Prediction of deformation of caisson type piles in open cut works and countermeasures employing early closure method -- Slope Stability Assessment of Weak and Weathered Rocks with BQ System -- Soil databases to assist slope stability assessments in the Eastern Caribbean -- The Mt Gamalama instability level in generating landslide-induced tsunami in Ternate Island, Indonesia -- Recent Development in Disaster Risk Assessment, Effect of Pore Pressure Dynamics on Progressive Failure in a Clayey Glaciolacustrine Landslide -- Engineering Geological Investigation and Slope Stability Analysis for Landslide Hazard Assessment in Indian Himalayas -- First considerations about post 2017 wildfire erosion response and debris flows in Susa valley (NW Italy) -- Identification of Sliding Surface and Crack Pattern in the Soil Creep, Case Study: Unika Soegijapranata Campus, Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia -- Preliminary result of real-time landslide monitoring in the case of the hinterland of Koroška Bela, NW Slovenia -- Quantitative risk analysis of earthquake-induced landslides -- Role of Remote Sensing Technology in Landslide Risk Management of Hong Kong -- The characteristics of the vegetation distribution related to the slope failure caused by the earthquake -- Cutting-edge technologies aiming for better outcomes of landslide disaster mitigation.
    Abstract: This book is a part of ICL new book series “ICL Contribution to Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction” founded in 2019. Peer-reviewed papers submitted to the Fifth World Landslide Forum were published in six volumes of this book series. This book contains the followings: • Five keynote lectures • Recent development in physical modeling of landslides • Recent development in numerical modeling of landslides • Recent development in soil and rock testing techniques, application and analysis methods • Recent advancements in the methods of slope stability and deformation analyses • Recent development in disaster risk assessment Prof. Binod Tiwari is a Vice President of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL). He is the Associate Vice President for research and sponsored project and Professor of civil and environmental engineering at the California State University, Fullerton, California, USA. Prof. Kyoji Sassa is the Founding President and the Secretary-General of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL). He has been the Editor-in-Chief of International Journal Landslides since its foundation in 2004. Prof. Peter Bobrowsky is the President of the International Consortium on Landslides. He is a Senior Scientist of Geological Survey of Canada, Ottawa, Canada. Prof. Kaoru Takara is the Executive Director of the International Consortium on Landslides. He is a Professor and Dean of Graduate School of Advanced Integrated Studies (GSAIS) in Human Survivability (Shishu-Kan), Kyoto University.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXVII, 507 p. 522 illus., 484 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030607067
    Series Statement: ICL Contribution to Landslide Disaster Risk Reduction,
    DDC: 551
    Language: English
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Organic agriculture in Tunisia -- Assessment of the environmental sustainability of family farming: The case of cereal sector in Tunisia -- Sustainability of the olive tree cultivation in arid conditions -- Physicochemical and sensory characterization method to identify originality and valorization of Tunisian date cultivars -- Almond genetic resources in Tunisia- from conservation to a sustainable valorization.
    Abstract: This book highlights recent efforts to sustain agricultural productivity in Tunisia under a stressed environment and aridity conditions. This book's authors gathered a unique set of applications and approaches, including techniques applied to increase yield and preserve the environment, such as organic farming and using biochar amendment and its effects on soils' physicochemical properties. This book also presents water resources management and water management practices for sustainable soil production, diagnosis, and new farming technologies to enhance water-use efficiency. The book also addresses current livestock strategies intended to maintain production sustainability, increase fish productivity, and initiatives for sustainable tourism development. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable guide for policy planners, decision-makers, stakeholders, researchers, and graduate students in Tunisia and neighboring countries with similarly stressed environmental conditions.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 348 p. 78 illus., 60 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030746605
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 333.7
    Language: English
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  • 195
    Keywords: Pollution. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Assessment Of Water Resources In Poland -- Development and Protection of Water Resources in Protected Areas in Poland in Pursuit of Sustainable Developmen.– Anthropogenic Water Reservoirs in Poland -- Irrigation and Drainage in Polish Agriculture – State, Problems and Needs -- Assessment of the Surface Water Quality in Poland -- Water Quality in Main Water Reservoirs in Poland -- Assessment of Pollution of Water Resources and Process of Pollution Spreading -- ngression and Ascension of Saline Waters on the Polish Coast of the Baltic Sea -- Monitoring of Groundwater Quality in Poland -- Sediment Management in River Basins - an Essential Element of River Basin Management Plans -- Environmental and Anthropogenic Determinants of Water Chemistry in the Carpathians -- Surface Water Eutrophication in Poland: Assessment and Prevention -- Monitoring of Small Catchments in Poland as Part of the Integrated -- Water and Wastewater Management Condition in Poland -- Water Problems in Urban Areas -- Multidimensional Aspect of the Water Resources Management in Metropolitan Areas -- Conclusions and Recommendations.
    Abstract: This book presents state-of-the-art knowledge concerning water quality in Poland. It offers a wide variety of cases and issues on water resource quality management. The book also presents different methods and strategies to effectively use the most advanced water resource quality problems such as water pollution, whether physical, chemical, or biological, of surface water resources and groundwater resources. The authors pay exceptional attention to water quality monitoring in agricultural, urban catchments, and water reservoirs. More light into the water quality is required to assess water's physicochemical status accurately and plan suitable protection actions against recognized threats. This book addresses the needs of professional engineers, researchers, policy planners, decision-makers, stakeholders, and anyone looking to learn more about the quality situation of water resources in Poland and other similar countries and regions.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XII, 464 p. 174 illus., 155 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030648923
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    DDC: 363.73
    Language: English
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  • 196
    Keywords: Atmospheric science. ; Pollution. ; Environment. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Atmospheric Science. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Transport mechanisms, potential sources and radiative impacts of black carbon aerosols on the Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau glaciers -- Chapter 3. Impact of urban and semi-urban aerosols on the cloud microphysical properties and precipitation -- Chapter 4. Aerosol Characteristics and its Impact on Regional Climate over Northern India -- Chapter 5. Impacts of air pollution on Himalayan Region -- Chapter 6. Human associated potential risk of metals bound fine particulate matter -- Chapter 7. Potential impacts of gaseous air pollutants on global crop yields under climate change uncertainties and urbanization -- Chapter 8. Impacts of air pollutants on forest ecosystem and role in ecological imbalance -- Chapter 9. Green technologies to combat air pollution -- Chapter 10. Urban mobility associated ambient air quality and policies for environmental implications -- Index. .
    Abstract: This book provides an overview of the fundamental concept of air pollution, emission sources of air pollutants and their transportation. First, the book presents a brief background on air pollution and its emission sources, then it continues with their impact on agriculture, health, and climate change. Furthermore, it covers the basic concepts of air pollution, transportation of air pollutants, global climate change and the use of science in air pollution policy formulation in detail. It also emphasizes the effects of air pollutants in altering the onset pattern of the Indian Summer Monsoon. In addition, it describes the impacts of air pollution on the cryosphere and human health. In this book the editors provide an interdisciplinary unique collection of new studies and findings on the groove of air pollution, to improve the basic understanding of graduate students as well as researchers in the field of air pollution and its impacts on various aspects of the atmosphere and surroundings. This collection covers the basic concepts of air pollution, transportation of air pollutants, and global climate change and the use of science in air pollution policy formulation. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 178 p. 40 illus., 33 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030705091
    Series Statement: Springer Atmospheric Sciences,
    DDC: 551.5
    Language: English
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    Cham :Springer International Publishing :
    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Animal culture. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Economic geography. ; International law. ; Trade regulation. ; Environmental Management. ; Animal Science. ; Water. ; Conservation Biology. ; Economic Geography. ; International Economic Law, Trade Law.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Chapter 1-Regional Fishery Management Organizations from global to regional -- Chapter 2-Science and Policy interface: a road ahead to promote effectiveness -- Chapter 3-CCAMLR: To Be or Not To Be an RFMO? Chapter 4-ICCAT and the Cooperation for Eastern Bluefin Tuna Management -- Chapter 5-CCSBT and the Management of Southern Bluefin Tuna -- Chapter 6-IATTC. Conclusion.
    Abstract: This book analyzes empirical data from three specific Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs) designed to establish rules for the conservation and management of fish stocks in the ocean, in order to assess their effectiveness in converting science into policy for the recovery and maintenance of fishery populations. The three RFMOs discussed are the CCAMLR (Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources), the ICCAT (International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas) and the CCSBT (Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna). The book seeks to understand when governments choose to listen to science, and establishes a framework to examine the institutional designs currently in place to accommodate RFMO policy suggestions and the conditions under which they are implemented successfully. The study will be of interest to academics and professionals broadly interested in global environmental governance and international relations, and will specifically appeal to policymakers, conservationists, and environmental researchers interested in fishery management and policy at the global and regional scale. Gonçalves provides an accessible and comprehensive analysis of RMFOs. She offers valuable insights into the role of science and politics in shaping sustainable fisheries policies for the open oceans. ---Peter M Haas, Professor Department of Political Science, University of Massachusetts Amherst As envisaged by the UN Decade of Ocean proclamation, this book is an important and sincere effort, hopefully to be accompanied by many others to come during this promising decade, that will help to build a common framework to ensure that ocean science can support countries and the international community in creating improved conditions for the sustainable development of our cherished Ocean. ---Fabio H. Hazin - Professor at Federal Rural University of Pernambuco, Brazil.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXXI, 116 p. 14 illus., 5 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030703622
    DDC: 333.7
    Language: English
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  • 198
    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Earth sciences. ; Geography. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Earth and Environmental Sciences. ; Physical Geography.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1-Issues and challenges of groundwater and surface water management in the semi-arid region -- Chapter 2-Aquifer Mapping & Management and Groundwater Flow Modelling -- Chapter 3-Agriculture, Rainwater harvesting sites, and crop suitability analysis using WOA, RS, and GIS methods -- Chapter 4-Hydrogeological systems: drainage analysis, morphometric analysis, watershed prioritization -- Chapter 5-Integrating watershed Planning and Management using Remote Sensing and GIS methods and modeling -- Chapter 6-Assessment of Groundwater Prospects Zones using RS, GIS, and MIF methods -- Chapter 7-Changes in land use and land cover impact on the groundwater recharge planning and water level -- Chapter 8-Assessment of Groundwater quality mapping for groundwater development -- Chapter 9-Groundwater level variation and Trend analysis of groundwater level -- Chapter 10-Identification of Soil Fertility and Gully Erosion mapping -- Chapter 11-Assessment of Groundwater recharge panning using AHP and WOA Techniques -- Chapter 12-Flood Mapping and Impact Analysis using RS, GIS, and GEE Methods -- Chapter 13-Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing Applications in Water Resources and Irrigation Management -- Chapter 14-Assessment of Evapotranspiration (Et), Rainfall, and Crop Coefficient (Kc) estimation using satellite data -- Chapter 15-Soil Salinity mapping using remote sensing methods -- Chapter 16-Surface runoff modeling for surface and groundwater development and planning.
    Abstract: This book addresses the various challenges in achieving sustainable groundwater development, management, and planning in semi-arid regions, with a focus on India, and discusses advanced remote sensing and GIS techniques for the estimation and management of groundwater resources. The book is timely as there is a need for a better understanding of the various tools and methods required to efficiently and sustainably meet the growing demand for clean surface and groundwater in developing countries, and how these tools can be combined with other strategies in a multi-disciplinary fashion to achieve this goal in water-scarce regions. To wit, the book combines remote sensing and GIS techniques, runoff modeling, aquifer mapping, land use and land cover analyses, evapotranspiration estimation, crop coefficients, and water policy approaches. This will be of use to academics, policymakers, social scientists, and professionals involved in the various aspects of sustainable groundwater development, planning, and management.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 571 p. 242 illus., 196 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9783030681241
    DDC: 333.7
    Language: English
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    Cham :Springer International Publishing :
    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental management. ; Food security. ; Environmental geography. ; Sustainability. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Management. ; Food Security. ; Integrated Geography.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Understanding Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter2. Biofertilizers: Role in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter3. Organic Farming for Sustainable Soil Use, Management, Food Production -- Chapter4. Role of Plant Extracts in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter5. Botanical Pesticides for an eco-friendly and Sustainable Agriculture: New challenges and prospects -- Chapter6. Role of plant mediated bio- synthesised nanoparticles in agriculture -- Chapter7. Role of Green synthesised Zinc oxide nanoparticles in Agriculture -- Chapter8. Biochar: A gamechanger for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter9. Production of Biochar using Top Lit Up Draft and its application in Horticulture -- Chapter10. Use of genomics and precise breeding to genetically improve the traits of agriculturally important organisms -- Chapter11. Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR): Strategies to improve heavy metal stress under sustainable agriculture -- Chapter12. Exploring the phytoremediation potential of macrophytes for treating sewage effluent through Constructed Wetland Technology (CWT) for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter13. Satellite-Based Soil Erosion Mapping. .
    Abstract: This book discusses a number of recent technological and methodological progressions in achieving sustainable agriculture. It covers innovative and economically viable techniques for growers, laborers, consumers, policymakers, and others working to develop food-secure and ecologically sound agricultural practices to benefit humans and the environment. The key topics addressed include the increasing role of biofertilizers in sustainable agriculture, green synthesized nanoparticles for higher crop production rates, eco-friendly plant-based pesticides as alternatives to synthetic/chemical pesticides, use of genomics for improved plant breeding practices, and the use of biochar to increase the water-holding capacity in soil. The book concludes with an overview of satellite-based soil erosion practices to monitor and control the harmful impacts of land degradation, and a discussion of long-term strategies to reduce crop losses due to pest and insecticide damage. The book will be of interest to students and researchers in the field of environmental science, agriculture science, agronomy, and sustainable development. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 260 p. 33 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9783030830663
    DDC: 304.2
    Language: English
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Physical geography. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Geographic information systems. ; Environmental Management. ; Physical Geography. ; Conservation Biology. ; Geographical Information System.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Protected Areas in Northern Tanzania: An Introduction -- SECTION I: Communities and Management Challenges -- Chapter 2: A Geography of Protected Areas -- Chapter 3: Conservation Governance in Northern Tanzania: Implications for Conservation and Community Livelihood -- Chapter 4: Wilderness Skills Offering to Students -- Chapter 5: Hunting in Tanzania: Opportunities and Challenges -- Chapter 6: Tourism Supply System -- Chapter 7: Response of Cavity Breeding Birds on Shortage of Deadwood Outside Protected Areas -- Chapter 8: Historical Change in Porter Work on Kilimanjaro -- SECTION II: Geospatial Technologies, Land Cover, and Conservation in Northern Tanzania -- Chapter 9: Land Cover Change in the Kwakuchinga Wildlife Corridor -- Chapter 10: Mkomazi National Park Vegetation Dynamics -- Chapter 11: Spatiotemporal Patterns of Giraffe Poaching Around Arusha National Park -- Chapter 12: Community Forestry in Northern Tanzania -- Chapter 13: Illegal Logging in Arusha National Park -- Chapter 14: Protected Areas in Northern Tanzania: The Way Forward.
    Abstract: Northern Tanzania is an important and diverse ecological and cultural region with many protected lands. This book, Protected Areas in Northern Tanzania, brings to the forefront research on significant issues and developments in conservation and management in national parks and protected lands in northern Tanzania. The book draws attention to issues at the intersection of conservation, tourism, and community livelihood, and several studies use geospatial technologies—Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing data and techniques—to study land use and land cover conversion. With contributions from professors at the Mweka College of African Wildlife Management located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro and other Tanzanian researchers, the book provides important perspectives of local experts and practitioners. Protected Areas in Northern Tanzania provides a significant contribution in research and technological advancement in the areas of wildlife conservation and protected land management throughout this critical region.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VIII, 179 p. 40 illus., 29 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9783030433024
    Series Statement: Geotechnologies and the Environment, 22
    DDC: 333.7
    Language: English
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