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  • 1
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    Theories in Ecological Risk Assessment (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Environmental sciences Mathematics. ; Environment. ; Conservation biology. ; Statistics . ; Ecology. ; Mathematical Applications in Environmental Science. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Conservation Biology. ; Statistics.
    Description / Table of Contents: 0. Introduction - Ecologist in Wonderland -- Part 1. Linking Ecotoxicology and Ecology -- Chapter 1. Basic Concepts of Ecological Risk Assessment -- Chapter 2. Population-level assessment -- Chapter 3. Population models of extinction -- Chapter 4. Population level assessment using the canonical model -- Part 2. Models for ecotoxicology -- Chapter 5. Species Sensitivity Distribution in Ecological Risk Assessment -- Chapter 6. BLM: A model for predicting metal toxicities -- Chapter 7.Mathematical models for chemical mixtures -- Chapter 8.Statistics and related topics.
    Abstract: This book introduces various mathematical models used in ecological risk assessment, primarily discussing models used in hazard assessment. The book aims to link ecology and conservation biology with risk assessments, bringing together the knowledge of ecotoxicology and ecology for effective risk assessment. The first part describes population-level assessment in ecological risk assessment. The chapters cover current methodologies for ecological risk assessment, individual-level assessment, population dynamics models for population-level assessment, case studies, mathematical models for population extinctions, the derivation of mean time to extinction (MTE) and their case studies. The second part of the book discusses the mathematical models involved in hazard assessments. It introduces the method of risk assessment using species sensitivity distributions (SSDs), hazard assessment of metals, chemical mixtures using the Michaelis-Menten equation, basic elements of statistics and related topics. Expected readers are risk assessors in governments and public sectors, students and young researchers interested in environmental science. The book is made accessible and easy to follow by beginners in mathematical biology and theoretical ecology.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 202 p. 90 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819903092
    Series Statement: Theoretical Biology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0309-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0309-2
    DDC: 577
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  • 2
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    Introduction to Environmental Mineralogy (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Mineralogy. ; Environment. ; Geology. ; Mineralogy. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Geology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Environmental Property of Minerals-1205 -- Chapter 2 Environmental Effects of Tunnel Structure Minerals-0113 -- Chapter 3 Photoactivity of Mn Oxides on Earth’s Surface-1230 -- Chapter 4 Redox Activity of Iron Sulfide and Mn Oxide-0106 -- Chapter 5 Interaction Between Fe & Mn-Bearing Minerals and Microbes-1230 -- Chapter 6 Photocatalytic reduction effects of sphalerite and native sulfur-1213 -- Chapter 7 Photocatalytic oxidation effects of rutile-1213 -- Chapter 8 Interactions between Semiconducting Minerals and Microbes-1209 -- Chapter 9 Human Pathological Mineral Features-1213 -- Chapter 10 Infrared Effect of Minerals-0107.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the environmental property of minerals including mineralogical record of environmental changes, mineralogical influence on the environmental quality, mineralogical evaluation of the environment, mineralogical processing of environmental pollutants and interaction between minerals and microbes. Understanding of the environmental property of minerals is a good supplementary to the traditional concept of “mineral”. By demonstrating plenty of case studies with easy-to-understand figures and tables, this book introduces the environmental effects of interaction between minerals and microbes, physiological and ecological effects of biomineralization, reductive precipitation property of iron sulfide minerals, photocatalytic reduction property of sphalerite, photocatalytic oxidation property of rutile, tubular structure property of chrysotile, tunnel structure property of K-feldspar tetrahedron, tunnel structure property of cryptomelane octahedron, nano property of cryptomelane, crystallization property of jarosite, interaction between semiconducting minerals and microbes, pathological mineralization of human body, mineralogical processing of inorganic pollutants, mineralogical degradation of organic pollutants, mineralogical purification of smoke-type pollutants, mineralogical evaluation of soil environmental quality, mineralogical prevention and control of waste pollutants and mineralogical processing of mine tailings. The book is written for environmental mineralogist as well as postgraduates majoring in environmental science.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 265 p. 227 illus., 111 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811977923
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7792-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-7792-3
    DDC: 549
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  • 3
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    Sustainable Environment : Proceedings of NERC 2022 (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental protection. ; Civil engineering. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Soil and Water Protection. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Abstract: This book covers topics that addresses the global environmental issues, their challenges, and mitigation strategies for sustainable development. Some of the major challenges global environment is facing currently are global warming induced climate change because of which various extreme weather events such as flood, drought, cyclone, forest fires have increased. Industrialization with urbanization and human anthropogenic activities have caused detrimental effect on the environment resulting in environmental pollution (air and water pollution), deforestation, degradation of ecosystems, soil erosion, ground water depletion, drinking water scarcity, biodiversity loss, depletion of fossil fuels, etc. Therefore, it has become utmost necessary to switch to significant lifestyle stages along with conservation of natural resources for a sustainable environment. Sustainable environment may be defined as the practice of responsibly managing natural resources and protect overall ecosystem to support health and well-being of present and future generations. One of the major environment sustainability is the use of renewable sources of energy such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass which will reduce environmental pollution and also minimize resource misuse. At the same time, crop rotation, solid waste management, water treatment, wastewater treatment are some of the sustainable practices we must carry out for a sustainable environment. Hope, the content of the book gives an overview of recent developments, knowledge gaps related to new research areas related to environment and their future prospects.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXX, 288 p. 174 illus., 148 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811984648
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8464-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-8464-8
    DDC: 304.2
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  • 4
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    Decarbonization of Cities in Asia : A Polycentric Approach to Policy, Business and Technology (2023)
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    Keywords: Sustainable architecture. ; Environment. ; Engineering design. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainable Architecture/Green Buildings. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Engineering Design. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Overview of Energy Consumption in Cities -- Chapter 2. Energy and Carbon Emissions -- Chapter 3. Drivers in Built Environment -- Chapter 4. Scenarios of Carbon Neutrality -- Chapter 5. Decarbonisation: Buildings, District Energy, Transportation, and Renewables -- Chapter 6. Net Zero Energy, Policy, and Behaviour Change.
    Abstract: This book provides best practices for decarbonizing cities in East Asia, in which buildings are the major contributor to carbon emissions. Beyond the global commitment through the Paris Agreement to make collective efforts on climate action and accelerated policies, investment and development at the country and city level to combat climate change are occurring at an unprecedented rate. Rapid urbanization and increasing energy demand for large and dense Asian cities require smart and sustainable strategies to balance development with decarbonization. A poly-centric approach is needed, where a combination of policy-, market- and technology-driven changes can aid the transition towards development of carbon neutral cities. With practical examples in the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, green financing, climate action roadmap and policy, deployment of renewable energy, and low- to zero-carbon buildings, readers can find the motivation, considerations and implementation pathways to facilitate the transition into the new normal. It is the hope of the authors to encourage readers to see successful pathways in transitioning into a carbon-free industry and overcoming the effects of climate extremes.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIV, 233 p. 74 illus., 66 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819928385
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2838-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2838-5
    DDC: 720.47
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  • 5
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    Digitalization in Halal Management (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Food Safety measures. ; Environmental health. ; Islam and the social sciences. ; Islamic sociology. ; Environmental Management. ; Food Safety. ; Environmental Health. ; Social Scientific Studies of Islam.
    Description / Table of Contents: Halal Logo As Consumer Alternative Solution For Nutraceutical Products Issues -- Towards The Global Halal Msmes Hub Through The Digitally-Enabled Society: An Institutional Arrangement With Islamic N-Tuple Helix -- Halal Logo As Consumer Harnessing Internet Of Everything (Ioe) For Sustainability Of Halal Cosmetics Ecosystem -- Digital Gold Investment Platform In Shariah Perspective : A Case Study Of Quantum Metal -- Overview Of Halal Integrated Platform (Hip) Adaption As A Halal Digital Economy Hub For Small Medium Enterprises (Smes) In Malaysia -- Sustainable Development Goals Concept Overview In The Digital Service Halal Certification In Indonesia -- Innovation In Halal Supply Chain Management (Hscm) -- Halal And Digitalization: A Bibliometric And Content Analysis -- The Relationship Among Religiosity, Consumption, And Life Satisfaction Of Muslim Workers -- Halal In Islamic Business -- Comparative Analysis Of Digitally-Enabled Community -- Analysis Of Motives And Satisfaction With The Use Of Islamic Website Media On Halal Food For Islamic Economics Students In Jabodetabek, Indonesia -- Non-Muslim Acceptance Of Halal Products In The Context Of Business Development -- What Drives Travelers To Recommend Halal Destinations? Reflections On Aceh, Indonesia -- Social Media Marketing And Halal Brand Equity -- The Role Of Interactive Social Media And Emotional Value -- Development Of Halal Travel And Tourism In Indonesia -- Halal Lifestyle, Trends And Branding Of Muslim Societies In Indonesia -- The Challenges To Get Halal Certificate For Henna Cosmetic: An Analysis From Islamic Perspective And Medical Benefits -- Prospects Of Halal Supply Chain In Muslim Emerging Countries.
    Abstract: The book emphasizes the digitalization process in halal management of products and industries, which relate to the comparisons and cases in many countries viewed from an Islamic perspective. It needs a new view of using information technology to achieve wider coverage of promoting halal products as well as to develop the halal industries. A global perspective that consists of experiences from Muslim majority and minority countries will be presented in this book. This topic is also associated with the concepts on Islamic business and management. Islamic business not only focuses on finance/banking, but beyond that Islam teaches all people to do Shariah-compliant transactions or business. The book gives solutions to halal industry through digitalization. Islam has many solutions to be offered, and thus, it is important to reveal and discuss the Islamic way of managing business, including halal management. The book also discusses the halal products and its certifications. This book is intended for stakeholders of different industries, from environmental to food, in the need of digital tools and IT infrastructure. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VII, 288 p. 50 illus., 18 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819951468
    Series Statement: Contributions to Environmental Sciences & Innovative Business Technology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5146-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-5146-8
    DDC: 333.7
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  • 6
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    Environment and Sustainable Development : Proceedings of the 2022 7th Asia Conference on Environment and Sustainable Development (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Pollution. ; Biotic communities. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Water. ; Pollution. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: - Progress in Biosynthesized of Silver Nanoparticles as Sustainable Approach for Photocatalytic Wastewater Treatment -- Impact of Onshore Construction Activities on Sea Water Turbidity -- Characteristics of Natural Organic Matter and Trihalomethanes Formation in The Southern Part of Songkhla Lake Basin -- Characterization and Statistical Multivariate Analysis of Potentially Toxic Elements Contamination of Groundwater in Chiniot Area, Punjab Plain, Pakistan -- A Systematic Literature Review on Rainwater Quality Influenced by Atmospheric Conditions with A Focus on Bangladesh -- Quantification of Flash Flood Runoff Volume Using Morphometric Parameters Towards Sustainability -- Application of the Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA) in Reservoir Optimization Operation under Investigation of Climate Change Impact: A Case Study at Klang Gate Dam, Malaysia -- Development of Cleaner Production Alternatives in Water Management in a Slaughterhouse in Ecuador: A Case Study -- Analyzing the Impact of Food-Energy-Water Nexus-Based Agricultural Patterns on Regional Water Resources -- Categorization of Urban Basin According to The Runoff Depth: Case Study of Katsushika Ward and Edogawa City Basin, Japan -- ETSim: A Reference Evapotranspiration Estimator and Its Evaluation at the Southern Region of Japan -- Performance Evaluation of a Full-Scale Forced Aerated Municipal Solid Waste Composting System: A Case Study in Kalutara, Sri Lanka -- A Systematic Bibliometric Analysis of Research on Hazardous Solid Waste Management -- Pre-paid System for Waste Minimization and Cost Recovery - A Trial in Gaza Strip, Palestine -- Green Synthesis and Antibacterial Activity of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized by Syzygium aromaticum and Thymus vulgaris Extracts against Some Oral Pathogens -- Institutional Pressure, Organizational Factors and E-Waste Management Practice: A Study in Telecommunication and Technology Industries -- Life Cycle Assessment of Sugarcane Biorefinery Complex in the Indian Context -- High-Performance Computing Urban Air Pollution 3D Simulation with CFD PALM4U -- Assessment and Policy Recommendations of School Ambient Air Quality during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Abu Dhabi, UAE -- Particulate Matter Phytoremediation Capacity of Four Japanese Roadside Green Biofilters -- Resilience Assessment of Transportation Networks to Climate Change Induced Flooding: The Case of Doha Highways Network -- Achievements, Difficulties and Challenges of Managing and Adapting to Drought and Saltwater Intrusion in the Vietnamese Mekong Delta -- Public Transportation Resilience towards Climate Change Impacts: The Case of Doha Metro Network -- Social Vulnerability Assessment to Natural Hazards in East Malaysia -- Exploring the Significance of Resilience Qualities in the Context of the Middle East Built Environment -- Vegetation Coverage Assessment for Smart Cities Based on the Sentinel Remote Sensing Data: The Case of Zhejiang Province (China) -- Monitoring of Agricultural Expansion Using Hybrid Classification Method in Southwestern Fringes of Wadi El-Natrun, Egypt: An Appraisal for Sustainable Development -- Quantifying the Dynamics of Ecosystem Services Value in Response to Decentralization and Regional Autonomy in Indonesia: A Case Study of Southeast Sulawesi Province -- Assessment of Human Health Impact of Particulate Matter Formation from Industry Textile Boiler in Cambodia -- Assessment of Heavy Metals Uptake by Carrot at Different Contamination Levels of Soil -- The Economic Impact of California’s Cap and Trade Program: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis with a Matching Approach -- Computing Digital Footprints: A New Model and Empirical Study -- Comparisons of Organic Acid and Inorganic Acid Pretreatment for Production of Reducing Sugar and Ethanol Production from Coffee Shell -- Hydrogen Fuel Cell for Passenger Railway Transport and Its Deployment in Saudi Arabia -- Deep Eutectic Solvent Pretreatment of Durian Peel for Enhanced Bioethanol Production. .
    Abstract: This book presents selected papers from the 2022 7th Asia Conference on Environment and Sustainable Development, which was held in Kyoto, Japan, November 4–6, 2022. The event was co-sponsored by the International Network for Environmental and Humanitarian Cooperation, and technically supported by Yokohama National University and the National Institute for Environmental Studies, Japan. The book focuses on environmental restoration and ecological engineering, global environmental change and ecosystems management, environmental dynamics, wastewater and sludge treatment, air pollution and control, and environmental sustainability. The volume is a valuable resource for those in both academia and industry.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 474 p. 158 illus., 136 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819941018
    Series Statement: Environmental Science and Engineering,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4101-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-4101-8
    DDC: 304.2
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  • 7
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    Environmental Assessment of Recycled Waste (2023)
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    Keywords: Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Carbon Footprint of Pipe Production using Waste Plastics -- Enviro-economic Assessment of Plastic Cell-filled Concrete Pavement -- Carbon Footprint and Economic Assessment of LED bulbs Recycling -- An Empirical Investigation of Waste Management and Ecological Footprints in OECD Countries -- Ecological Footprint Assessment of E-waste Recycling -- Ecological Footprint Assessment of Concrete using E-waste.
    Abstract: This book with its six interesting chapters highlights the environmental assessment of recycled waste. Waste Management is one of the main topics of concern for an organization and a nation. Out of different destinations at the end of life for a product, Recycling is the need of the hour and is an inevitable destination. Literally all wastes (be it- postindustrial or post-consumer states) if they cannot be reused, have to be recycled. Recycled products are in demand today and we are seeing many recycled alternatives for almost all industrial sectors. One of the million-dollar question to answer in terms of recycling and recycled products is- whether the recycled products are environmentally sustainable than the virgin alternatives? It is highly imperative to ascertain the environmental footprints of recycled products and recycling processes and also find out the best possible ways to further improve the environmental benefits of such recycled products and recycling processes.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XI, 101 p. 38 illus., 33 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811983238
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8323-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-8323-8
    DDC: 363.728
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  • 8
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    Ecological Risks of Emerging Pollutants in Urbanizing Regions (2023)
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    Keywords: Physical geography. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental health. ; Environment. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Urbanization and emissions of pollutants -- Chapter 2. Spatial distribution of emerging pollutants in multimedia -- Chapter 3. Source identification and emission estimation of emerging pollutants -- Chapter 4. Multimedia modeling and simulation of contaminants transportation and fate -- Chapter 5. Exposure pathways and human risks of emerging pollutants -- Chapter 6. Ecological risks of emerging pollutants: methodology and applications -- Chapter 7. Conclusion and perspectives.
    Abstract: This book characterizes the major pollution patterns of emerging contaminants, such as sources, emission effluents, temporal and spatial distributions, multi-media transportation and transformation processes, exposure pathways to ecosystems and humans, and ecological risks. Based on this, it establishes an urbanizing region management concept and highlights how urbanization and its regional ecology have evolved into a more integrated vision. It also decouples the relations between urbanization and emissions of emerging pollutants that are framed within a broad socio-ecological context considering institutions, policies, and governance. All the theory, methods, and case studies have been taken from the authors’ publications, which have undergone rigorous international peer review. The book presents the spatial distribution, pathways, and flow diagrams of the pollutants as well as the interactions between urbanization and regional pollution and includes detailed figures and pictures. It also investigates ecological risk characterization and expression using maps based on geographic information systems to illustrate the general profile and the spatial variation of risks. The book is a valuable resource for postgraduates, researchers, academics, environmental NGOs, and regional managers such as urban planners, environmental agency staff, legal regulators, and decision makers. Bridging the gap between environmental science and policy, it offers interdisciplinary theory, approaches, and case studies that facilitate applications of frontier science in ecology and environmental science to regional social and economic development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXXIX, 372 p. 198 illus., 186 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811996306
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9630-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9630-6
    DDC: 550
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  • 9
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    Hazard-causing System and Assessment of Water and Mud Inrush in Tunnel (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Geotechnical engineering. ; Engineering geology. ; Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; Geotechnical Engineering and Applied Earth Sciences. ; Geoengineering. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Foreword -- Chapter 1 Introduction -- Chapter 2 Classification and geological identification of hazard-causing system for water and mud inrush in tunnel -- Chapter 3 Typical cases and analysis of water and mud inrush in tunnel -- Chapter 4 Route selection of tunnel in karst area -- Chapter 5 Interval dynamic risk assessment of water and mud rush in tunnel construction -- Chapter 6 Resistance body assessment method against water and mud inrush in tunnel -- Chapter 7 Identification method of water and mud inrush hazard-causing system in tunnel -- Chapter 8 Dynamic management and analysis platform of water and mud inrush cases in tunnel -- References -- Appendix.
    Abstract: This book is composed of eight chapters, introducing the authors’ research and application achievements in the hazard-causing system and disaster evaluation of water and mud inrush in tunnels over the past 10 years. Through a large number of case studies and analysis, and on the basis of existing research, this book puts forward 3 categories and 11 types of tunnel water and mud inrush hazard-causing systems and 4 typical water and mud inrush disaster-forming modes. The authors carefully study the typical cases of tunnel water and mud inrush hazard-causing system, discuss the types of karst water system, structural characteristics, macro-geological identification, engineering identification, karst tunnel route selection principles and evaluation methods in detail, and then develop a dynamic evaluation method of tunnel water and mud inrush construction risk interval and an evaluation method for the resistance body. Ultimately, the authors put forward a systematic identification method of tunnel water and mud inrush disaster, which integrates geological identification, geophysical exploration identification, and drilling identification, and construct a dynamic management and analysis platform for tunnel water and mud inrush cases. This book is used as a reference book for teachers, graduate students, and undergraduates in colleges and universities of civil engineering, transportation, water conservancy and hydropower, mining, geology, etc., and also as a reference for technicians in related engineering fields.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 408 p. 114 illus., 104 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811995231
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9523-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9523-1
    DDC: 624.151
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    Indigenous and Local Water Knowledge, Values and Practices (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Environmental protection. ; Civil engineering. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Indigenous peoples Religion. ; Water. ; Environmental Studies. ; Soil and Water Protection. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Indigenous Religion.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Exploring Indigenous Water Knowledge, Values and Practices: Insights and Examples -- Chapter 2. A political-economic analysis of water, indigeneity, and capitalism in the face of climate change -- Chapter 3. Water Symbolism in Hindu Culture -- Chapter 4. Ways of Water Management in Islam: Potential Insights for Future Water Governance -- Chapter 5. Water and Shintoism: Exploring the link between spirituality and water values in Japan -- Chapter 6.Muslim Peoples and the Challenges of Water Security: A Socio-Anthropological Analysis -- Chapter 7.Indigenous water knowledge: Religious values and cultural practices -- Chapter 8.Bringing Back the Wisdom: Tradition in Urban Water Management -- Chapter 9. Interactions between Changing Climates and Land Uses: The Case of Urmia Lake, Iran -- Chapter 10. Indigenous water governance systems in a post-colonial state: Insights from Zimbabwe -- Chapter 11. Benefits of reviving indigenous water conservation practices for drought resilience in red and laterite zones of West Bengal, India -- Chapter 12. Local Knowledge on Water Use and Water-related Ecosystem Services in Lowland, Midland, and Upland Villages in Mindanao, Philippines -- Chapter 13. Indigenous knowledge, practices, and transformation of drinking water management system: Evidence from Munda community of Bangladesh -- Chapter 14.The cultural approach for community-based conservation of river basins: a case study of the Basin School Network, Taiwan -- Chapter 15. Indigenous knowledge and conservation practices for sustainable water management in lateritic Southwest Bengal, India -- Chapter 16. Importance of women’s indigenous knowledge of water conservation and management in Sri Lanka -- Chapter 17. Role of ponds as a local practice in mitigating salinity intrusion threats at coastal aquifer: a case study from Sundarban Biosphere Reserve, India -- Chapter 18. The water cult and conservation in India.-Chapter 19.Concluding reflections on the indigenous and local water knowledge, values, and practices, and lessons learned.
    Abstract: This book provides a knowledge base of the existing indigenous and local water knowledge, values, and practices, and how this water knowledge can be mainstreamed into the decision-making process. The book not only demonstrates the perks of using indigenous knowledge but also illustrates the barriers and gaps that should be considered while planning for mainstreaming traditional knowledge and values at a local scale. The chapters incorporate case studies from various parts of the world demonstrating how indigenous, and religious and cultural values of water have translated into water use and conservation behavior among indigenous people ensuring resource sustainability over a long period of time. There has been global attention towards combining indigenous and local knowledge with new information and innovation to attain future water security. In this regard, this book is timely, relevant, and significant as it is the first attempt, as per the best of our knowledge, to publish a book that solely addresses indigenous and local knowledge, values, and practices regarding water management, quality monitoring, use, and conservation. With increasing emphasis on the inclusion of indigenous and local knowledge into natural resource governance and conservation by international agencies like the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), the proposed book will significantly contribute to the existing knowledge base and demonstrate the importance of mainstreaming indigenous water knowledge and practices into water governance and decision making. The UN SDGs, recognizing the significance of indigenous knowledge systems, emphasized its inclusion in most aspects and principles of SDGs. Apart from direct links with SDGs like zero hunger (SDG 2), no poverty (SDG 1), and climate action (SDG 13), indigenous and local knowledge system is considered to be directly connected to clean water and sanitation (SDG 6). The book will be useful to researchers and students in the field of indigenous knowledge and education, water governance, community-level planning, and water sustainability. The book can be referred to for postgraduate courses and beyond, as well as policymakers, conservationists, non-governmental organizations, development practitioners, and local government officials. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XI, 326 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994067
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9406-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9406-7
    DDC: 551.48
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    Green Recovery with Resilience and High Quality Development : CCICED Annual Policy Report 2021. (2023)
    Singapore :Springer Nature Singapore :
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Geography. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental policy. ; Oceanography. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Regional Geography. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Environmental Policy. ; Ocean Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Global Climate Governance and China’s Role -- Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Conservation -- Global Ocean Governance and Ecological Civilization -- Chapter 4 Green Urbanization Strategy and Pathways towards Regional Integrated Development -- Green Transitions and Sustainable Social Governance -- Major Green Technology Innovation and Implementation Mechanisms -- Green Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development -- The Global Green Value Chain -- Green Finance.
    Abstract: This open access book is based on the research outputs of China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED) in 2021. It covers major topics of Chinese and international attention regarding green development, such as climate, biodiversity, ocean, BRI, urbanization, sustainable production and consumption, technology, finance, value chain, and related topics. It also reviews the progress of China‘s environmental and development policies and the impacts from CCICED. This is a highly informative and carefully presented book, providing insight for policy makers in environmental issues.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXXIII, 625 p. 48 illus., 44 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994708
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9470-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9470-8
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    Tropical Peatland Eco-evaluation (2023)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Forestry. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Soil science. ; Biotic communities. ; Environmental Management. ; Forestry. ; Water. ; Conservation Biology. ; Soil Science. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Innovative Ecoevaluation System for Tropical Peatlands -- Chapter 2. Integrated Eco-evaluation Practices of Industrial Forest Plantation in Peatland of West Kalimantan, Indonesia -- Chapter 3. Net Ecosystem Exchange (NEE) Mapping in Tropical Peatland -- Chapter 4. Carbon accounting system in tropical peatlands -- Chapter 5. An Innovative Restoration Technology for Tropical Peatlands: AeroHydro Culture (AHC) -- Chapter 6. Function of Humic Acid -- Chapter 7. Camera traps to survey mammals in peatland -- Chapter 8. SESAME System -- Chapter 9. Sensing, Monitoring and Data Collection System (sPOTEKA-NET) -- Chapter 10. The use of a compact fiber-optic spectrometer to measure atmospheric carbon dioxide in a tropical peatland -- Chapter 11. Appraisal of LiDAR measurements for monitoring tropical peatlands -- Chapter 12. Topography Monitoring by Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs) -- Chapter 13. Multifootprint Observation Lidar and Imager (MOLI) Mission for Peatland Observations.
    Abstract: This book focuses on eco-evaluation system monitoring and sensing, carbon-water modeling, mapping, and disaster prediction. It is the 3rd book on tropical peatland issues, following 1st "Tropical Peatland Ecosystem" and 2nd "Tropical Peatland Eco-management" publications. Tropical peatland is also a wetland, mangrove, and rainforest. With this nature, two major key elements of tropical peatland are water and forest. This book introduces the relationship and interaction among water, oxygen, and nutrients as well as aspects of the forest as the driving force of carbon stock and the carbon cycle. Eco-evaluation system is key to conserving, managing, and restoring tropical peatlands, however comprehensive system for Eco-evaluation in the Tropics is not yet established. This book reviews and proposes Eco-evaluation methods in the Tropics Ecosystem, focusing mainly on the peatland ecosystem and others, covering Social Capital such as Credit, Bonds, National Accounting, etc. .
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    Pages: VIII, 293 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819967902
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6790-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-6790-2
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    Principles of Environmental Engineering (2023)
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    Keywords: Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environment. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Chemical Bioengineering. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Prolegomenon -- Fluid Flow and Transport Equipment -- Heat Transfer -- Absorption -- Chemical and Biological Reaction Kinetics and Reactor -- Appendix -- Basic Concepts and Terminology -- Symbols and Units.
    Abstract: This textbook contains the contents coming from hydraulics, hydrodynamics, chemical principles, chemical reaction engineering and bioengineering, which relates closely with fundamental principles in environmental engineering. It mainly covers principles including basic concepts, theories, methods and related equipment in fluid flow and transportation, heat transfer, absorption, chemical and biological reaction kinetics and reactors, as well as their applications in environmental engineering. At same time, the readers learns the basic viewpoints and methods commonly used in engineering technology, such as balance method, reasonable simplification, dimensional analysis method, boundary layer theory, optimization and mathematical model method. It broadens the student’s understanding in solving those problems in environmental engineering, and enhances their awareness of industrialization. This book is the specialized foundation and principles for learning the professional courses of environmental engineering, such as "water pollution control," "air pollution control," "solid waste treatment and disposal" and "ecological restoration engineering", while avoiding the repetition of the contents of those professional books.
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    Pages: XII, 528 p. 208 illus., 7 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811694318
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9431-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9431-8
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    Microplastic sources, fate and solution (2023)
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Biotechnology. ; Environmental engineering. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental management. ; Ecology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Biotechnology. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Microplastics in the freshwater and earthbound conditions: Prevalence, destinies, impacts and supportable arrangements -- Chapter 2. Effect of microplastics on microbial network -- Chapter 3.Quick estimation of microplastic in meat -- Chapter 4.Source, migration and toxicology of microplastics in soil -- Chapter 5.Impact of microplastics on nutrient -- Chapter 6.Agricultural plastic mulching as a source of microplastics in the terrestrial condition -- Chapter 7.Worldly and spatial varieties of microplastics in side of the road dust from provincial and urban area, : Implications for diffuse contamination -- Chapter 8.Microplastic particles in the Persian/Arabian Gulf -- Chapter 9.Impacts of microplastic biofilms on supplement cycling in recreated freshwater frameworks -- Chapter 10.Conveyance, bounty and dangers of microplastics in nature -- Chapter 11.Accumulation system of antibiotic medication hydrochloride from fluid arrangements by nylon microplastics -- Chapter 12.Expulsion of microplastics by means of drinking water treatment: Current information and future headings -- Chapter 13.Impacts of polystyrene microplastics on larval advancement, settlement, and transformation -- Chapter 14.Bioaccumulation of microplastics and its in vivo connections -- Chapter 15.Microplastics in oceanic situations: Toxicity to trigger biological results -- Chapter 16.Waterfront sea elements decrease the fare of microplastics to the vast sea -- Chapter 17.Barnacles as potential bioindicator of microplastic contamination in Hong Kong -- Chapter 18.Microplastic accumulation in remote ocean dregs from the Rockall Trough -- Chapter 19.Environmental microplastics: A survey on current status and points of view -- Chapter 20.The joined poisonous quality impact of microplastics and nonylphenol on microalgae Chlorella pyrenoidosa -- Chapter 21.Daylight interceded cadmium discharge from shaded microplastics containing cadmium color in watery stage -- Chapter 22.Environmental microplastic testimony in a urban environment and an assessment of transport -- Chapter 23.Biofilm modifies antibiotic medication and copper adsorption practices onto polyethylene microplastics.
    Abstract: This book provides an overview of the sources, occurrence, fate and solution of microplastics. Microplastics in sediment and soil environment have been only scarcely surveyed, and no profound discussion on microplastics removal is summarized until this book. Here we focus on sharing clear schematic information and the book sufficiently supports important microplastic topics: such as microbial network, microplastic toxicology and accumulation, agricultural plastics, nylon microplastics, polystyrene microplastics, polyethylene microplastics and many more. The book mainly provides an overview of recent advances in knowledge of sources, occurrence, distribution, chemical behavior and ecological threats while it also presents information related to feasible solutions for microplastic pollution management. This comprehensive resource will be valuable up-to-date knowledge for environmental scientists, ecotoxicologists, ecologists, marine biologists, environmental chemists in the academic field and this book is intended to be beneficial information for environmental managers, water suppliers, wastewater treatment, plastics manufacturer, and policy makers as well.
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    Pages: XI, 129 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819906956
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0695-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0695-6
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    Bamboo Expansion: Processes, Impacts, and Management (2023)
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    Keywords: Introduced organisms. ; Forestry. ; Soil science. ; Bioclimatology. ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental management. ; Invasive Species. ; Forestry. ; Soil Science. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biological Invasions: factors, process, consequences and ecological impacts -- Chapter 2. Expansion of moso bamboo into adjacent ecosystems -- Chapter 3.Moso bamboo expansion and forest biodiversity -- Chapter 4. Bamboo expansion effects on litter production and stoichiometric characteristics -- Chapter 5. Moso bamboo expansion effects on soil physicochemical characteristics -- Chapter 6. Effects of moso bamboo expansion on soil carbon pools and carbon cycle -- Chapter 7. Moso bamboo expansion effects on soil nitrogen transformations and N2O emissions -- Chapter 8. Bamboo expansion and soil ecological stoichiometry -- Chapter 9. Temperature sensitivity of soil C and N cycling as affected by moso bamboo expansion -- Chapter 10. Bamboo expansion and forest carbon sequestration -- Chapter 11. Moso bamboo expansion and soil microbial PLFAs -- Chapter 12. Effects of moso bamboo expansion on soil bacterial and fungal communities.
    Abstract: This book highlights processes, impacts and management practices of bamboo expansion occurring in areas where it is distributed around the world. Although not conceptually plant invasions, bamboo expansion has been considered an “invasion” based on its characteristics and the impacts it caused on adjacent ecosystems it expanded into, including altered element cycling, transformed soil microbial community compositions, decreased biodiversity, fluctuated primary productions, etc. However, the processes and impacts during or after complete expansion and the underlying mechanisms of successful expansion, are still unclear. The ecological effects of bamboo expansion are not given full consideration and are not thoroughly understood. Based on the latest studies, this book synthesizes research progress of bamboo expansion effects on the soil abiotic environment, soil microbial community compositions, plant characteristics, ecosystem biodiversity, element cycling process, and ecological effects of primary management practice, etc. This book will provide a thorough understanding of ecological changes following bamboo expansions, benefit the effective control of expanding bamboo with respect to decreased biodiversity and mitigation of global change, and accurate prediction and evaluation of bamboo expansion impacts currently and in the future occur around the world. This book presents critical points that need further investigation based on the latest findings, which will be helpful for ecological researchers, policymakers, forestry workers, or graduate and PhD students. .
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    Pages: XII, 208 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819941131
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4113-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-4113-1
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    Recent Technologies for Waste to Clean Energy and its Utilization (2023)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environment. ; Microbiology. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biomass Energy Utilization, Conversion Technologies -- Chapter 2. Biohydrogen Production Using Microbial Electrolysis Cell -- Chapter 3. Biohydrogen Production Using Microbial Electrolysis Cell -- Chapter 4. Microbial Waste Biomass as A Resource of Renewable Energy -- Chapter 5. Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries for Large Scale Energy Storage -- Chapter 6. Biomass Fast Pyrolysis Simulation: A Thermodynamic Equilibrium Approach -- Chapter 7. Potential of waste cooking oil for emphasizing on biodiesel: Put waste to Green Energy -- Chapter 8. Low Cost Biomass Adsorbents for Arsenic Removal from Wastewater -- Chapter 9. Biodiesel Production from Algal Biomass -- Chapter 10. Valorisation of Agricultural and Food Waste Biomass for Production of Bioenergy -- Chapter 11. Biomass Conversion: Production of oxygenated fuel additives -- Chapter 12. Application of microbial based adsorbent for removal of heavy metal from aqueous solution. .
    Abstract: This book refers to the various biomass valorisation in various fields like bio-fuel; biodiesel; hydrogen production; energy application, environmental pollution using recent clean technologies. Clean energy technology refers to any process, product or service that reduces negative environmental impacts through significant energy efficiency improvements, sustainable use of resources or environmental protection activities. It covers all aspects of new and renewable clean energy production technology. The concept of eco-efficiency involves both ecological and economic aspects of sustainable agriculture. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences.
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    Pages: IX, 264 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811937842
    Series Statement: Clean Energy Production Technologies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3784-2
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    Spatial Observation of Giant Panda Habitat : Techniques and Methods (2023)
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    Keywords: Geographic information systems. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Environment. ; Geographical Information System. ; Environmental Studies. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Natural heritage sites and space observation -- Chapter 2. Space monitoring technology and method of natural heritage sites -- Chapter 3. Technology and method of fine information extraction of animal habitat elements -- Chapter 4. Analysis of changes of key environmental parameters of land surface characteristics of giant panda habitat -- Chapter 5. Spatial observation and assessment of ecological environment change of giant panda habitat -- Chapter 6. The evaluation model of long-term monitoring and restoration of ecological environment by remote sensing after earthquake -- Chapter 7. Fine-Scale Evaluation of Giant Panda Habitats and Countermeasures against the Future Impacts of Climate Change -- Chapter 8. Suggestions for sustainable development of giant panda habitat.
    Abstract: This book evaluates the past, present, and future habitat suitability of giant pandas based on spatial observation technology involving optical remote sensing, microwave remote sensing, and LiDAR to discover the mysterious ecological environment of giant panda habitat. Considering the problems faced by the world natural heritage site protection, it takes the world natural heritage site “Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries – Wolong, Mt Siguniang and Jiajin Mountains” as the research area, exemplifies systematically the various techniques and methodologies of spatial information technology for monitoring, evaluation, and prediction of rare and endangered species habitats, and provides scientific suggestions for sustainable development of giant panda habitat based on a series of comprehensive case analysis at Wolong national nature reserve and Ya'an prefecture, Sichuan province, China. The book serves both as a textbook in the field of natural heritage protection, remote sensing, and GIS application, as well as a reference for managing natural heritage sites.
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    Pages: XVII, 378 p. 167 illus., 106 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811987946
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8794-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-8794-6
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    Circularity Assessment: Macro to Nano : Accountability Towards Sustainability (2023)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Industrial management Environmental aspects. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Corporate Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. How to Assess Circularity? – Setting the Foundation -- Chapter 1. Circularity Assessment: Developing a Comprehensive Yardstick -- Chapter 2. Lessons from ESG Evaluation for Circularity Assessment -- Part II Assessing Circularity at Various Systemic Levels -- Chapter 3. Circularity at Macro Level: The Urban & National Perspectives -- Chapter 4. Circularity at Meso Level: A Sector Perspective -- Chapter 5. Circularity at Micro Level: A Business Perspective -- Chapter 6. Circularity at Nano Level: A Product/Service Perspective -- Part III Towards a Circular Future – Consumers for Granular Circularity -- Chapter 7. Consumer-centric Circularity: Conscious Changes in Lifestyle Towards a New Normal. .
    Abstract: This open access book attempts to provide a perspective on the circularity assessment at different levels of the systemic hierarchy and advocates better resource management for a sustainable future. It demonstrates how relevant circularity indicators are used for quantifying the extent of circularity of each level. Illustrative case studies that discuss the process of quantitatively interpreting progress towards circularity are provided. This work caters to a broad readership inclusive of governance, basic research, engineering, and business stakeholders. The conclusion signifies the role of consumer community in achieving circularity.
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    Pages: XXIX, 115 p. 24 illus., 10 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811997006
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9700-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9700-6
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    Local Governance of Peatland Restoration in Riau, Indonesia : A Transdisciplinary Analysis (2023)
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    Keywords: Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Bioclimatology. ; Communication in the environmental sciences. ; Conservation Biology. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Environmental Communication.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Contentious Politics of Mapping for (De)forestation in Indonesia: From the National to Provincial and Community Levels -- Chapter 3. Selling Peatland for the Future: History, Land Management, and the Transformation of Common Land in Rantau Baru -- Chapter 4. Inferring Recent Changes in Fish Fauna in the Middle Reaches of the Kampar River: Survey Results from the Fishing Village of Rantau Baru -- Chapter 5. Fisheries of the Rantau Baru and Kampar Rivers, Sumatra, Indonesia -- Chapter 6. Rethinking the Local Wisdom Approach in Peatland Restoration through the Case of Rantau Baru: A Critical Inquiry to the Present-day Concept of Kearifan Lokal -- Chapter 7. The Dimension of Gender in Peatland Management in Rantau Baru Village -- Chapter 8. Village Initiatives for Fire Prevention and Peatland Restoration in Riau after the Enactment of the 2014 Village Law -- Chapter 9. Willingness to Pay for Environmental Conservation of Peat and Aquatic Ecosystems in a Cash-Poor Community: A Riau Case -- Chapter 10. The Value of Participatory Mapping, the Role of the Adat Community (Masyarakat Adat), and the Future of the Peatlands -- Chapter 11. The Inequity Implications of Peatland Conservation Policies -- Chapter 12. Integrated Spatial Ecosystem Services Valuation Approach with Community Participation in a Social Forestry Scheme -- Chapter 13. Conclusion.
    Abstract: This open access book is one in a series of four volumes introducing peatland conservation and restoration in Indonesia. It focuses on local governance, in particular on regional and local perspectives in Riau, the most peat-destructed province of Indonesia. The book fills a vital gap in the existing literature that overlooks social science and humanities perspectives. Written by authors from different disciplines and backgrounds (including scholars and NGO activists), the approaches to the topic are various and unique, including analysis of GPS logs, social media, geospatial assessments, online interviews (conducted due to the Covid-19 pandemic), and more conventional questionnaires and surveys of community members. The chapters cover an interdisciplinary understanding of peatland destruction and broadly offer insights into environmental governance. While presenting combined studies of established fieldwork methodologies and contemporary technology such as drones and geospatial information, the book also explores the potential of long-distance research with rural communities through online facilitation, which was brought about by Covid-19, but that may have long­term implications. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding peatland conservation and restoration and recognize the significance of locally inclusive approaches that use contemporary but accessible technologies to sustainably govern the globally important resource of peatland. That approach would be useful for other environmentally fragile but important regions and give some ideas to achieve the United Nations’ SDGs for 1)No Poverty, 5)Gender Equality, 13)Climate Action, 15)Life of Land.
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    Pages: XII, 333 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819909025
    Series Statement: Global Environmental Studies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0902-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0902-5
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    River Conservation and Water Resource Management (2023)
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Land Use Land Cover Changes and Climate Change Impact on the Water Resources: A Study of Uttarakhand State -- Remote Sensing Monitoring of water productivity in agricultural crops - A Review -- Assessment of groundwater quality in South Karanpura Coalfield Region, Jharkhand, India using WQI and geospatial approach -- Application of wastewater in agriculture: benefits and detriments -- A GIS-based flood risk assessment and mapping using morphometric analysis in the Kayadhu river basin, Maharashtra -- Hydro-chemical characterization and geospatial analysis of groundwater for drinking and agriculture usage in Bagh river basin, Central India -- A comprehensive review on the impact of climate change on streamflow: current status and perspectives -- Soil Erosion Susceptibility in Dima River basin of Dooars Himalaya using RUSLE and Geospatial Techniques -- Hydro-Geological Investigation and Groundwater Resource Estimation -- Myths, Architecture, and Rites: The Concept of Conservation of the Tri Danu Area in Bali in the Contemporary Struggle -- Impact of Land use and Land cover in Water Resources -- An Assessment and Management of Ecotourism based on Water and LULC: A Geospatial Approach of Jodhpur,Rajasthan, India -- A Spatio-Temporal Study of Agriculture in the Chars of Brahamputra Basin, Dhubri, Assam -- GIS Based Novel Ensemble MCDM-AHP Modeling for Flash Flood Susceptibility Mapping of Luni River Basin, Rajasthan -- Geospatial Modeling for Identification of Ground Water Potential Zones in Luni River Basin, Rajasthan -- Hydrological Drought Analysis of Bearma Basin, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA. .
    Abstract: This book presents an up-to-date, systematic and scientific analysis of water resource problems in India and suggests measures to overcome them through effective water management. In addition, the book provides an overview of how changes in legislation, policies, institutional responsibilities, science, technology, practical techniques and public perception have influenced the ways of river management over the past years. River water conservation is a planned activity connected with various habitat features and outlines how to conserve all river water spread across the world. The restoration and conservation of river water must be of the highest priority for sustaining humanity and ecology for the present and future generations. In order to solve the water problems, conservation and recycling of water should be made mandatory for all domestic, industrial and agricultural projects. Apart from the priority to watershed development, rainwater harvesting and other appropriate conservation measures should be adopted to create awareness among the public so that their mind-set, attitudes and habits change proactively and they adopt sustainable practices rather than wait for legislation and regulations. The book augments the knowledge base of behaviour of rivers and evaluates the issues related to rivers so as to develop river system management techniques emerging from in-depth scientific analyses. It is useful for students, researchers, water resource managers, hydrologists and all those who are engaged or interested in any aspect of river water conservation and management of water resources in the country.
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    Pages: VI, 352 p. 112 illus., 108 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819926053
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2605-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2605-3
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    Off-Grid Water Supply : Should It Be Mainstreamed? (2023)
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Sukoon Water -- Piramal Sarvajal -- 1001fontaines -- Chamkarleu Water Supply -- Discussion and recommendations.
    Abstract: This book highlights unique and deeper insights into the operations of off-grid water supply business models and the policy implications that they raise. The two key research questions of the report are as follows: 1) What is the efficacy and sustainability of the off-grid model of safe water availability and/or delivery to consumers who don’t have piped water supply? 2) What are the key policy considerations for planning a successful off-grid model of safe water delivery? Through the Four-Domain Framework, this book does the gap analysis of the physical, operational, financial, and institutional domains of the few off-grid water operators in cross-country case studies. It also includes a detailed financial analysis of the capital costs as well as operations and maintenance costs of the different off-grid water supply models compared to some of the piped water supply models. The final discusses the need to acknowledge off-grid water solutions in urban water policies, especially for the economically weaker sections. The universal coverage of all by the piped water is an ultimate goal of any water policy; however, in the interim, there is a need to put more emphasis on off-grid water solutions.
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    Pages: XVIII, 124 p. 63 illus., 61 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819940608
    Series Statement: SpringerBriefs on Case Studies of Sustainable Development,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4060-8
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    Open Innovation in Small Business : Creating Values for Sustainability (2023)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Small business. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Small Business.
    Description / Table of Contents: The Role Of Business Model Innovation (Bmi) In Social Enterprises During Pandemic Covid-19 In Indonesia: A Case Of Islamic Boarding Schools’ Business Units -- Co-Creation Strategy In Empowering Indigenous Women’s Innovation In Indonesia: Empirical Evidence Of Weaver Community Entrepreneurs In West Nusa Tenggara -- Underlying Factors Of Green Innovation Adoption Among Indonesian Batik Enterprises -- Towards Adopting Innovative Quick Response (Qr) Enabled Contactless Transaction Payment: The Malaysian Msmes’ Entrepreneurial Perspective In Covid-19 Setting -- Digital Strategies And Policy Approach For Small Medium Micro Business Development In Indonesia -- Social Media As An Open Innovation: Deciphering Its Relationship With Firm Performance, Compatibility And Security Concern -- Designing Value Proposition For Increasing Business Competitiveness: A Case Study Of Startup Business In Indonesia -- Comparing Critical Factors For Big Data Analytics (Bda) Adoption Among Malaysian Manufacturing And Construction Smes -- Unpacking The Potential Of Crowdsourcing Via Social Media To Foster New Product Development Among Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises -- How The Innovation Climate And Open Innovation Practices Contribute To Firm Innovativeness In Small- And Medium-Scale Enterprises? An Empirical Analysis -- Characteristics Of Small And Medium-Scale Enterprises: Orientation, Innovation, Performance, And Competitiveness -- A Review On Innovation Audits -- A Study Of Muslim Women Entrepreneurs’ Smes Challenges And Motivation In The Asia Pacific Region -- Rethinking Economic Crises In Islamic Perspective: Innovating Approach In Systematic Literature Review -- Sustainability Indicator Performance Measurement Framework For The Malaysian Defence Industry Offset Program -- A Comprehensive Review On Innovation In Small Business -- A Human Resource Management Framework For The Knowledge Economy For Developing Market Sensitivity And Creative Capacity In Sme Industry -- Family Business And Innovation On Internationalisation Process -- Shariah Governance Framework For Islamic Donation-Based Crowdfunding Platforms In Malaysia.
    Abstract: The book emphasizes the open innovation which mainly consists of innovation inside-out and outside-in needed by the small and medium-sized enterprises (SME). This open innovation relates to the performance and survival of SMEs in a global competition. The SMEs must learn, have, and do innovative initiatives and actions. This book elaborates all related concepts and innovative practices toward better performances, which includes the impacts of globalization and dynamic markets with a special focus on sustainability. Every country has different perspectives considering open innovation as a solution to the businesses. Thus, readers can see the best practices to be adopted or adapted in their business environment. The book includes the solution for the SMEs in terms of creating values. Open innovation is known as a window for creating values. Open innovation can be seen by SMEs as a possible way to adapt and thrive in an increasingly competitive and volatile environment, including to overcome their limitations. By implementing open innovation, SMEs will compensate for their lack of internal resources and competencies through external resources to develop new technologies and take advantage of market opportunities. This book is dedicated to the entrepreneurs, businessmen, practitioners, policymakers, academician, and students in developing strategies and having future plan related to innovation which is crucial for creating values in business operations. A benchmarking through innovation is important to improve among businesses to achieve effectiveness and efficiency.
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    Pages: VII, 294 p. 39 illus., 23 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819951420
    Series Statement: Contributions to Environmental Sciences & Innovative Business Technology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5142-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-5142-0
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    Aeolian Desertification : Disaster with Visual Impact in Semi-arid Regions of Andhra Pradesh, South India (2023)
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    Keywords: Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; Climatology. ; Sustainability. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Sciences. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Literature on the visual hazard -- Land degradation and Desertification -- Process of Aeolian Action -- Surface micromorphology of Aeolian sand grains -- Source of sand for aeolian sand migration -- Impact of Desertification in semi-arid regions -- Long-term temporal analysis of desertification -- Controlling measures for a visual disaster. .
    Abstract: This book summarizes contemporary research on land degradation, desertification, and how such issues relate to socioeconomic growth in developing countries. With a focus on local and regional levels, the book offers an in-depth analysis of aeolian action as a physical process, causes of land degradation, and desertification. The causes and effects of land degradation were investigated by utilizing multiscale and multidisciplinary methodologies, merging spatial socioeconomic data with remote sensing data, and using multiple levels and disciplinary approaches. The book also describes how to combine GIS with cutting-edge technologies such as remote sensing, geostatistics, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray (EDAX) analysis, and analytical hierarchy approaches, among others. Included is a thorough case study of the unusual but understudied semi-arid Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, South India. This book encourages the participation of all socioeconomic groups in decision-making and assists authorities and planners in developing suitable plans for the sustainable agricultural growth of an area. The book is an invaluable resource to comprehend and resolve issues about sustainable environmental planning and management.
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    Pages: XVII, 134 p. 48 illus., 39 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819967292
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6729-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-6729-2
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    Mercury Toxicity : Challenges and Solutions (2023)
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Environmental Mercury Exposure – A Continuing Challenge -- Chapter 2. Mercury Contamination in Food : An Overview -- Chapter 3. Research Trend on Mercury (Hg) Contamination of Water Resources: A Bibliometric Review -- Chapter 4. Impact of mercury and its toxicity on health and environment: a general perspective -- Chapter 5. Effects of Mercury: Neurological and Cellular Perspective -- Chapter 6. Mercury Adsorption using Biowaste Biochar: A Green Technology Approach -- Chapter 7. Removal of Mercury of Wastewater by Different Natural Biomasses -- Chapter 8. Microbial Remediation of Mercury: An Overview -- Chapter 9. Remediation Strategies of Environmental Mercury: An Overview of its Environmental Persistence, Associated Threats and Health Impacts -- Chapter 10. Mercury Remediation: Easing Biochar Approach -- Chapter 11. Application and Development Strategies of Nano-Adsorbents on Mercury Remediation -- Chapter 12. Amputation of Mercury from Wastewater: Perspectives of Action Methods -- Chapter 13. Environmental Mercury Toxicity and its Bioremediation -- Chapter 14. Biosorption of Mercury from Aqueous Solutions by Biosorbents.
    Abstract: This book presents mercury toxicity with respect to remediation and health issues. It covers sources of mercury contamination, its impact on human health, and prospective remediation by both bioremediation and phytoremediation with the application of recent advanced techniques such as genetic engineering and nanotechnology. Both anthropogenic activities and natural processes cause the release of mercury into different spheres of the environment resulting in severe adverse impacts. Increased anthropogenic discharge of mercury leads to disturbance in its natural biogeochemical cycle, which results in unenviable diseases and hazardous health effects. Mercury pollution is responsible for causing neurobehavioral, kidney, heart, gastrointestinal, liver, and other diseases. Many published works about the impact of mercury on health are also available worldwide; however, there is no complete understanding available on toxicological studies of mercury that covers the broader spectrum of findings ranging from sources of exposure to mercury toxicity to its remediation strategies. This book brings together a diverse group of environmental science, sustainability, and health researchers to address the challenges posed by global mass poisoning caused by mercury contamination. The book also proposes solutions to contamination through multi-disciplinary approaches. The book contains three sections. The first part describes the different sources and distribution of mercury in soil and plant ecosystems. The second part explains the health risks linked to mercury toxicity. The third part addresses sustainable mercury toxicity mitigation strategies and the potential applications of recent technology in providing solutions. This book is a valuable resource to students, academics, researchers, and environmental professionals working in the field of mercury contamination.
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    Pages: XI, 374 p. 72 illus., 45 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819977192
    Series Statement: Environmental Science and Engineering,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-7719-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-7719-2
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    Urban Metabolism : Theory, Methods and Applications (2023)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Urban ecology (Biology). ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Urban Ecology. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: PART I Theory -- Chapter 1 Connotation of urban metabolism -- Chapter 2 Research progress of urban metabolism -- Chapter 3 Urban metabolism research framework -- PART II Method -- Chapter 4 Accounting evaluation of urban metabolism -- Chapter 5 Urban metabolism model simulation -- Chapter 6 Regulation of urban metabolism optimization -- PART III Application- Chapter 7 Material metabolism process analysis- Chapter 8 Energy metabolism process analysis -- Chapter 9 Analysis of carbon metabolism -- Chapter 10 Analysis of urban nitrogen metabolism process -- Chapter 11 Analysis of metabolic process in the park.
    Abstract: This book provides the basic theory, method framework and application results of urban metabolism. Urban metabolism is an important research philosophy and approach for analyzing urban mega organism and its ecological environmental problems. It has constantly formed quantitative network research framework and analysis methods in a metaphor way and expanded its application in different scales such as global, national, urban agglomeration and city to support the process of multi-scale regional sustainable development.
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    Pages: XV, 465 p. 184 illus., 181 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811991233
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9123-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9123-3
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    SeaCities : Aquatic Urbanism (2023)
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    Keywords: Human geography. ; Marine engineering. ; Sustainable architecture. ; Environment. ; Environmental management. ; Engineering geology. ; Human Geography. ; Marine Engineering. ; Sustainable Architecture/Green Buildings. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Management. ; Geoengineering.
    Description / Table of Contents: Developing Aquatic Urbanism: A Taxonomy describing 35 Tactics -- Systemic urban-wetland interdependencies -- HydroPolis: How to evolve solutions for floating Eco-Village collectives? -- An overview of artificial islands growth processes and their adaptation to sea-level rise -- Transferring the Plastic Sea into the Sea: Environmental Opportunities for Floating Greenhouses in Almería (Spain) -- Floating Jakarta: A Human Dimension -- Marine spatial planning at the municipal scale: lessons from China and Sweden.
    Abstract: This book highlights the research outcome of Cities Research Institute's SeaCities group at Griffith University and a panel with the same title which took place at the World Expo in Dubai 2021/22 supported by the UN. It reflects on topics which are relevant for a future aquatic urbanism like the evolution of a taxonomy for aquatic urbanism, island and ecological wetland development, the planning aspects of seascapes, as well as drivers for floating communities and aquacultural urbanism. The book broadens the perspective of the previous book "SeaCities: Urban Tactics for Sea-Level Rise" published in 2021 from a terrestrial towards an amphibious and aquatic understanding of future city development.
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    Pages: VIII, 206 p. 102 illus., 98 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819924813
    Series Statement: Cities Research Series,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2481-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2481-3
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    Forest Science : Sustainable Processes and Wood Products (2023)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Forestry. ; Building materials. ; Environmental management. ; Polymers. ; Bioclimatology. ; Sustainability. ; Forestry. ; Wood, fabric, and textiles. ; Environmental Management. ; Polymers. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Perspectives and challenges of world charcoal production in technological, social, and climate change fields -- Wood-based materials for sustainable applications -- The volumetric sustainability of timber-based tropical forest management -- Insights About The Use Of Wood For The Generation Of Clean And Sustainable Energy In Thermoelectric Plants -- Bamboo-based medium density particleboards: studying the different compositions of the core layer -- Potential Of Non-Wood Fibers As Sustainable Reinforcements For Polymeric Composites – A Review -- Forest-based polymeric biocomposites: current development, challenges and emerging trends -- Changes in land use and occupation and their implications for the production chain of non-forest timber products from babassu (Attalea speciosa) in the cocais region,Maranhão state, Brazil -- Brazilian resin method: Handmade, Sustainable and Profitable.-Plants that heal: The sustainable exploitation of medicinal resources in Brazilian forests.
    Abstract: This book highlights the sustainability aspects of products and processes in forest science. The forest products sector supplies raw materials to several industrial sectors worldwide. These products can be classified as timber or non-timber products. Wood products are those that originate from the woody fraction and can include pulp, charcoal, firewood, and others. The non-timber products, on the other hand, have the products extracted from the different parts of the tree, such as bark, leaves, fruits, resins, oils, tannins, or even products extracted from non-woody biomass, such as palm heart or carnauba, among others. There are new studies and new products developed from forests worldwide each day. However, studies that evaluate the sustainability of these products and the processes related to their production are not so common. It is essential to highlight the sustainability aspects of these activities and the products obtained from them; such that steps can be taken to make the processes eco-friendly. Allied to ecological sustainability studies that evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of such activities arise. With this book, the authors through the approach of other products and processes of forest science, present the practical vision of aligning production with sustainability in an economically viable way. The book analyses different products and processes, ranging from technological production of engineered wood products to handcrafted resins with a high commercial appeal. With the expertise of different authors, who are researchers in various specific areas of forest sciences, this book helps expand research and presents new insights, assisting industry decision-makers and researchers working in the areas forest sciences.
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    Pages: VII, 245 p. 63 illus., 51 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819928460
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2846-0
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    Progress on Life Cycle Assessment in Textiles and Clothing (2023)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Building materials. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Wood, fabric, and textiles. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Recent Progress on Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment in Textile Industry: Applications for Environmental, Economic and Social Impacts of Cotton and Its Derivatives -- A framework for life cycle inventory modelling of chemical substances in the footwear and apparel industry -- Life Cycle Assessment of the Renting of Leisurewear -- The environmental impact of textiles and clothing: a regional and a country approach -- Performing life cycle assessment at scale in the footwear industry -- Life cycle assessment of textile fibers in Brazil: a literature review -- The role of country specific gate to gate ecolabels: Case study for Sri Lankan clothing industry -- The role of Life Cycle Assessment in analyzing Circular Economy strategies in the clothing sector: a review -- LCA Studies on Regenerative Agriculture and Regenerative Textiles: Two Routes of Regenerative Cotton.
    Abstract: Textiles and Clothing are key sectors and apparel is one of the necessities of human life. Environmental brunt of the textile sector and cradle to grave life cycle impacts of textiles and clothing products are a subject of constant investigation. There have been a lot of advancements in the textile sector in terms of materials such as textile fibres, yarns, fabrics, garments and also in terms of processes. All these innovations demand an environmental profile as well. Life Cycle Assessment is one of the widely used and popular scientific tools which has been utilized to measure the environmental footprints of various products and processes. This volume presents recent advances on LCA in the textiles and clothing sector.
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    Pages: XI, 296 p. 76 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811996344
    Series Statement: Textile Science and Clothing Technology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9634-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9634-4
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    Promoting Sustainability Through Water Management and Climate Change Adaptation (2023)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Climatology. ; Sustainability. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Geostatistical Modeling and Mapping of As Occurrence and Vulnerability-A Case Study on Bihar, India -- Livelihood change and sustainability potential in a Sri Lankan mountain village -- Ensuring potable water supply to rural areas: A case of rural water supply in Tumkuru district, Karnataka, India -- A Change Detection Analysis of Mangrove forests in and around Devi river mouth, Odisha using Remote Sensing & GIS technique -- Study of Spatio-Temporal Variation in Rainfall at Suketi River Basin by using Rainfall Anomaly Index (RAI) -- Hydrogeomorphic investigation to select the suitable locations for water conservation structures in PG-4 watershed of Painganga river basin of the Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India -- Suitability of Groundwater for Irrigation: A Spatial Analysis with Reference to Rohtak District -- Policy Perspectives and State Responses on Water and Politics in Two States (Telangana State and Andhra Pradesh) -- Estimation of surface runoff using NRCS CN method and Geospatial Techniques for sub-basins prioritization of conservation planning of Ghera Sinhagad Land System, Western Maharashtra -- Valuing Benefits of Urban Green Spaces for Mitigation of Climate Change Impacts and Promoting Urban Resilience -- Reinforcement of Drinking Water in Fluoride Affected Areas of Nalgonda District Through Improvised Rainwater Harvesting System -- Assessment of the Farmer Support Initiative Programmes in Telangana State-A Case of Mission Kakatiya and Rythu Bandu -- Role of Women in Water Resource Management in Sikkim -- Assessing Human-wildlife conflicts in Tiger corridor habitat: A Case Study of Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, India -- Environmental Ethics: In the Context of the COVID-19 -- Building Sustainable Livelihoods Through Everyday ‘Green Urbanism’ Practices-A case study of GTB Nagar Neighborhood Delhi, India -- Understanding the Impact of Climate Change and Policy Development in India during Post-NAPCC Era -- Carbo Dioxide Reduction in Environment by Biomass Gasification Approach.
    Abstract: This book explores the concept and issues of sustainability and its symbiotic relationship with existing water resources, the surrounding climate and geospatial development. It covers many dimensions of sustainable water resources, climatic variability, change. It also includes case studies on the basis of specific problems and issues, providing sustainable solutions for the future of the earth. Over the past several decades, climate change has significantly impacted a number of components of the hydrological cycle and hydrological systems, including changes in precipitation patterns and intensity; widespread melting of snow and ice; increased atmospheric water vapour; increased evaporation; and changes in soil moisture and runoff. Excess runoff eventually reaches larger bodies of water such as lakes, estuaries and the ocean, contaminating the water supply and limiting human and environmental access to water. An improved understanding of how changing anthropogenic activities could affect water resources, and climate in various parts of the world is a necessary step towards sustainability. This awareness requires analyses of challenging interactive areas within the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere and sociosphere, as resultant long-term sustainable strategies and measures are greatly needed.
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    Pages: X, 227 p. 95 illus., 86 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819954797
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5479-7
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    Circular Economy Adoption : Catalysing Decarbonisation Through Policy Instruments (2023)
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Environment. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Environmental policy. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Studies. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. Decarbonisation and Policies for Circular Economy adoption -- Chapter 1. Circular Economy Catalysing Decarbonisation -- Part 2. Policy supports toward Circular Economy -- Chapter 2. Policies and Practice of Sound Material Cycle Society in Japan - transition towards the Circular Economy.-Chapter 3. The pathway towards circular economic development in China: Policies, case studies and the role of universities -- Chapter 4. Circular Economy Policies and Innovations in Africa -- Chapter 5. Waste Management in Indonesia: Strategies and Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Circular Economy -- Part 3. Implementation Status of Circular Economy Concepts -- Chapter 6. On the Way to Circular Economy: Türkiye’s Waste Management and Zero Waste Project -- Chapter 7. Circular economy transition in EU and Italy in key priority sectors: policies, initiatives and perspectives -- Chapter 8. Status of the adoption and practice of circular economy in Mexico -- Part 4. Circular Economy adoption in Industries -- Chapter 9. Circular Manufacturing Transformation: manufacturing perspectives, examples and experiences from implementation of Circular Economy in Asia -- Chapter 10. The circular economy, employment and low carbon in the UK manufacturing sector -- Chapter 11. Circular Economy through technology for Waste-to-Energy -- Chapter 12. Utilization of household sewage sludge - the effect of the temperature of pyrolysis on the chemical properties -- Chapter 13. Shifting toward Resource Management in Remote Area: A Case Study of Lake Toba, Indonesia -- Chapter 14. Circular Bioeconomy through Anaerobic Digestion.
    Abstract: This edited book brings out a comprehensive collection of information on principle and policy of circular economy. It deals with the general principles, pathways of circular economic development in different countries, use of circular economy in achieving sustainable development goals. The book covers policy instruments that helps implementing resource efficient processes, strategies of implementing circular economy concepts, Decarbonisation, and developing business promoting circular economy principles. The circular economy has gained increasing prominence as a tool which presents solutions to some of the world’s most pressing sustainable development challenges. By addressing root causes, the concept of a circular economy, an economy in which waste and pollution do not exist by design, products and materials are kept in use, and natural systems are regenerated provides promise to achieving SDGs. This book is of interest and use to practitioners, capacity builders and policymakers, entrepreneurs, NGOs, general people, and valuable source of reference to the relevant researchers and students in global markets. As circular economy is gaining momentum and interest in general, the book serves as reading material for undergraduate and graduate students in any field specifically environmental science, waste management, medical science as well as environmental management at national and international level.
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    Pages: XIV, 468 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819948031
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4803-1
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    Islands and Resilience : Experiences from the Pandemic Era (2023)
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    Keywords: Tourism. ; Management. ; Ethnology Asia. ; Culture. ; Economic development. ; Political science. ; Environmental management. ; Tourism Management. ; Management. ; Asian Culture. ; Development Studies. ; Governance and Government. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Situating island resilience -- 2. Social inclusion and resilience -- 3. Wellbeing and resilience -- 4. Resilience and resistance -- 5. Wayfinding Resilience.
    Abstract: This book explores island resilience and how island communities come together to achieve wellbeing, have agency over their future and resist ongoing neo-colonialism during disruptive events such as COVID-19 and the increasing threats of climate change. This collection provides examples of lived experiences and the responses of island communities, many of them based in tourism-reliant locations. These examples are based on intensive research by a team of diverse academics and practitioners. The chapters offer case studies that interrogate theories related to resilience, wellbeing and social inclusion and provide cutting-edge insights that demonstrate the multifaceted complexity of island resilience. This book examines the islands, their developing economy and social development themes. It is relevant for academic researchers, students, and practitioners interested in the multiple components that contribute to the resilience of island communities, including community development, economic development, tourism, disaster response, community wellbeing, social justice, globalisation, decolonisation, and neoliberal governance in island communities. As many of the island economies examined are also developing island-states, this volume is also essential to scholars investigating economies in transition. The collection is truly interdisciplinary and offers state-of-the-art knowledge on island communities and their resilience.
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    Pages: XI, 80 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811999642
    Series Statement: SpringerBriefs on Case Studies of Sustainable Development,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9964-2
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    Proceedings of the 2022 12th International Conference on Environment Science and Engineering (ICESE 2022) (2023)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environment. ; Environmental engineering. ; Civil engineering. ; Atmospheric science. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Pollution. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Civil Engineering. ; Atmospheric Science. ; Water. ; Pollution.
    Description / Table of Contents: Evaluation of the Efficiency of Silica Removal in Effluents with (Zea Mays Var. Saccharata) in the Santa Rosa 94-1 Mining Concession in C.C Llocllapampa, Jauja-Peru -- Initiation and Recovery of Nitrosation in Zeolite Bioreactors.-Immobilized Anaerobic Digestion of Molasses-based Distillery wastewater in Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor -- Effects of Straw Returning on Paddy Soil Environmental Remediation -- Expression and Characterization of Dichloromethane Dehalogenase for Dichloromethane Degradation -- Optimal Solution for Increasing Groundwater Pumping by Integrating MODFLOW-USG and Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm: A Case Study of Wadi El-Natrun, Egypt.-Estimating VKT on Rural Roads for Carbon Emission Estimation -- Toxic Effects of Chromium (VI) on Chlorella vulgaris in Water -- Analysis of the Deforestation Process of Amazon from During 2001 to 2020 in Peru -- Evaluation of a Reliable Method for Flash Flood Hazard Mapping in Arid Regions: a Case Study of the Gulf of Suez, Egypt -- Numerical Study on Response Characteristics of Layered Rocks under Tunnel Blasting -- Prediction and Regression Analysis of Trans-Himalaya New Energy Development Trends Based on Logistic Model -- Algae Biomass for Biofuel Production; Yield Analysis of Chlorella Vulgaris and Scenedesmus Meyen in Different Culture Media -- Hardware in the Loop and Experiment Validation for a PV inverter under Flexible Power Control -- Bioclimatic architecture as a design basis for the use of renewable energies and sustainable development, the case of sustainable social housing in Patagonia, Aysén, Chile -- Simulation of the use of air-source heat pumps in different European cities -- Simulation analysis of dynamic characteristics of urban central cooling system. .
    Abstract: This book consists of selected and presented papers from the 2022 12th International Conference on Environment Science and Engineering (ICESE 2022), which was held in Beijing, China, during September 2–5, 2022. The conference brought together innovative academicians and industrial experts in the field of environmental science and engineering in a common forum to promote their research and developmental activities. It also facilitated interchanging scientific information between researchers, developers, engineers, students, and practitioners working abroad. The book includes topics such as environmental sustainability, sustainable cities, environmental restoration and ecological engineering, water resources and river basin management, water treatment and reclamation, air pollution and control, atmospheric physics, carbon capture and storage, waste minimization, and resource management, among others. This book is a valuable reference for those who work in these fields in academia and industry.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819913817
    Series Statement: Environmental Science and Engineering,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1381-7
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    Proceedings of 2022 4th International Conference on Environment Sciences and Renewable Energy : Selected Topics on New Developments in Environmental and Energy Technologies (2023)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Renewable energy sources. ; Wind power. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Renewable Energy. ; Wind Energy. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Pollution.
    Description / Table of Contents: Pollution Risk Assessment of Oil Spill Accidents in the Liao-dong Bay of China -- Research on Ecosystem Status Evaluation of Open-pit Mines -- Antioxidant Response in the Respiratory Tree of Sea Cucumber Apostichopus japonicas Following Acute Exposure to Merey Crude Oil -- Robust Real-time Updating of Real-time Flood Forecasting System Based on Kalman Filter -- Effect of Compost and Humus of Organic Solid Waste on the Reduction of Cadmium in the Soil and in Different Organic of Seedlings Theobroma Cacao (CACAO) In Nursery -- Influence of Different Particle Sizes of Sediment Laden Flow on Erosion Rate of Tailings Dam -- Properties of Porous Concrete Using Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Foam Waste as Cement Binder Admixture -- Building a sustainable municipal solid waste treatment system in Japan- A critical review -- Geoturism and the Effects Caused by Solid Waste in the Tourist Attraction of Geological Formations of Torre Torre – Huancayo, Peru -- Utilization of New Fly Ash Type from Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Process as an Additive in Portland Cement -- Experimental Study on the Dynamic Responses of a 2 MW Cross-shaped Multi-column Spar Floating Offshore Wind Turbine -- New Promising Modified Activated Carbons for CH4 and CO2 Adsorption -- Optimization of a Dual-Chamber Microbial Fuel Cell for the Biodegradation of Acetaminophen -- Study on the Relationship between Energy Consumption of Shipbuilding and Shipbuilding Costs -- Analysis and Research on Basic Structure of the PID Steam Pressure System -- Hydrogen Production by Catalytic Conversion of Ammonia -- Concentrated solar power receiver with fluidized particles: experiments and simulations define the hydrodynamic and thermal characteristics.
    Abstract: This book consists of selected papers from the 2022 4th International Conference on Environment Sciences and Renewable Energy, which was held as a fully virtual conference during May 27–29, 2022. The book overviews the latest progress in environmental and energy technologies with a specific focus on wind turbines and hydrogen production. In the field of environmental science, wastewater treatment, air pollution abatement, solid waste treatment, and general policy recommendations are discussed. Technology advances, especially in wastewater nutrients and micropollutant removal, are covered. In policy measures, cost allocations, optimum recycling strategies, and environmental footprint allocations of different environmental technologies are included. In the field of renewable energy, several hot topics, including solar cells, offshore floating wind turbines, and renewable energy resource potentials in different regions are considered.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994401
    Series Statement: Environmental Science and Engineering,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9440-1
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    Satoumi Science : Co-creating Social-Ecological Harmony Between Human and the Sea (2022)
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Environmental management. ; Oceanography. ; Sustainability. ; Biotic communities. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Ocean Sciences. ; Sustainability. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Prologue: What is Satoumi? -- Chapter 2. The History and Future of Satoumi Concept -- Chapter 3.Global Effect of the Satoumi Concept – Harmony of Human Society with the Ocean Biome -- Chapter 4. Roles of Women in Satoumi -- Chapter 5. Enlivening Ecosystems with Human Hands: Building Satoumi through Coral Reef Culture -- Chapter 6. Restoring Eelgrass Beds and Culturing Oysters -- Chapter 7. Reviving Abandoned Aquaculture Ponds and Coastal Areas by Integrated Multi Tropic Aquaculture -- Chapter 8. Conserving Multiple Coral Reef Resources -- Chapter 9. Villagers Managing Lake Fisheries Resources by Themselves: Mbenji Islands in Lake Malawi -- Chapter 10. Protecting Fisheries Resources through Marine Protected Area Networks – Fiji -- Chapter 11. Connecting Local Regions and Cities through Mozuku Seaweed Farming and Coral Reef Restoration: Onna Village, Okinawa -- Chapter 12. Divers and Fishermen Working Together to Create Satoumi -- Chapter 13. Models for Implementing the Satoumi Concept via Residential Research Institute Collaborations with Citizen Scientists in the United States -- Chapter 14. Epilogue: Opening the Way to Sustainable Futures with Satoumi.
    Abstract: This book guides readers to the new concept of “Satoumi” and explains how its practice works to solve challenges in complex social-ecological systems of coastal areas. The book describes the significance of Satoumi Science as a transdisciplinary process. It starts with introducing the definition of Satoumi, highlights the important distinction between active measures (direct actions to improve ecosystem functions and services) and passive measures (a variety of management activities), and presents the concept of Integrated Local Environmental Knowledge (ILEK) as a knowledge base for Satoumi activities. It also introduces residential researchers and bilateral knowledge translators as the key actors of Satoumi co-creation through the transdisciplinary processes. The concept of Satoumi goes beyond the idea of protecting pristine nature by eliminating humans. It is about creating coastal environments where humans closely connect with the sea, which leads to the effective conservation and sustainable management of various natural resources and ecosystem services. This book will be of high interest to managers, governments, environmental groups, and the research community. Chapters cover current and emerging concerns, such as over- and under-use of natural resources, restoration of damaged ecosystems, and co-creation of new relations between humans and coastal seas, from transdisciplinary approaches to tackle with complex and 'wicked' challenges of coastal social-ecological systems. .
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    Pages: VIII, 272 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811674914
    Series Statement: Ecological Research Monographs,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7491-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-7491-4
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    Omics Insights in Environmental Bioremediation (2022)
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    Keywords: Microbial ecology. ; Environment. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Ecology . ; Environmental Microbiology. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Studies. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section-I Bioremediation and Biodegradation -- Chapter#1 Bioremediation and Functional Metagenomics: Advances, Challenges, and Opportunities -- Chapter#2 Bioremediation: Gaining Insights Through Metabolomics -- Chapter#3 Metagenomics, Microbial Diversity, and Environmental Clean-up -- Chapter#4 Plant Microbes Association in Remediation of Contaminants for Environmental Sustainability -- Chapter#5 Recent Trends in Bioremediation of Heavy Metals: Challenges and Perspectives -- Chapter#6 Enzyme Technology for Remediation of Contaminants in the Environment -- Section-II Environmental Pollution and Wastewater Treatment -- Chapter#7: Environmental Toxicity, Health Hazards, and Bioremediation Strategies for Removal of Microplastics from Wastewater -- Chapter#8 Microbial Community Composition and Function in Activated Sludge Treatment Systems -- Chapter#9 Decontamination and Management Of Industrial Wastewater Using Microorganisms Under Aerobic Condition -- Chapter#10 Omics of Industrial Wastewater Treatment -- Chapter#11 Microalgae in Wastewater Treatment and Biofuel Production: Recent Advances, Challenges, and Future Prospects -- Chapter#12 Removal of Cobalt, Nickel, Cadmium, And Lead from Wastewater by Phytoremediation (ADilig) -- Chapter#13 Microbial Ecology of Wastewater Treatment Processes: Trends, Challenges, and Perspectives -- Chapter#14 Treatment, Recycling and Reuse of Wastewater from Tannery industry: Recent Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities -- Section-III Omics Approaches in Environmental Remediation -- Chapter#15 Metagenomics Tools for Assessment of Microbial Diversity in Bioremediation: A Novel Statistical Approach -- Chapter#16 Understanding in Bioremediation of Metals and Metalloids by Genomic Approaches -- Chapter#17 Bioremediation of Heavy Metals by Metagenomics Approaches -- Chapter#18 Proteomics, Genomics, And Metabolomic Understanding and Designing for Bioremediation of Environmental Contaminants -- Chapter#19 Omics Insight of Cold Environments: Cold Tolerant Microorganisms and Their Bioremediation Potential Use (Edwin) -- Chapter#20 Bioremediation Assessment in Industrial Wastewater Treatment: OMICS Approach -- Chapter#21 Microbial biodegradation and metagenomics in remediation environmental Pollutant: Enzyme and Mechanisms -- Chapter#22 OMICS in Biofuel Production: A Sustainable Approach -- Section-IV Recent Trends and Development in Omics Technologies -- Chapter#23 High-throughput Sequencing Technologies in Metagenomics: Advancing Approach for Algal Research -- Chapter#24 Metagenomic Approaches for The Discovery of Pollutants Remediating Enzymes: Recent Trends and Challenges -- Chapter#25 Recent Trends in Metagenomic Approaches in Environmental Cleanup (SP) -- Chapter#26 Applications of Metagenomics in microbial diversity and functions analysis; Recent Trends and Advances -- Chapter#27 CRISPR Cas-mediated functional gene editing for improvement in bioremediation: An emerging strategy -- Chapter#28 Metabarcoding approach in identifying potential pollutant degraders -- Chapter#29 Artificial Intelligence in Bioremediation Modelling and Clean-up of Contaminated Sites: Recent Advances, Challenges, and Opportunities.
    Abstract: Environmental pollution emanating from rapid industrialization, population growth, and urbanization has been considered a major problem in recent years that affects biodiversity, ecosystems, and human health by contaminating soil and water. This book brings out a comprehensive collection of information on valuable insights into different cutting-edge omics technologies, such as metagenomics, metatranscriptomics, metaproteomics, and metabolomics, along with advanced next-generation sequencing technologies as well as bioinformatic tools, which led to a better understanding of microbial communities and their adaptability to a wide range of contaminants and underlying their mechanisms in bioremediation and biodegradation of environmental pollutants. In addition, this edited volume provides critical insight into of potent microbial communities endowed with unique functional attributes through their unique metabolism catalyzed by ‘signature’ enzymes and degradation pathways. Step-by-step descriptions are provided of various microbial metabolic pathways of degradation and biotransformation of environmental contaminants by numerous illustrations which make the information easier to understand for the readers. Each chapter is devoted to selected examples of microbial bioremediation supported by tables, and an extensive list of references for readers interested in learning further details about the subject matter. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers to professionals, policymakers, stockholders, practitioners, environmental engineers, soil scientists, and policymakers. In addition, the book serves as additional comprehensive material for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students who require a working knowledge and knowhow of ‘Omics’ involved in and required for environmental remediation of legacy and emerging contaminants, will also find this to be a useful read.
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    Pages: XXI, 702 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811943201
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4320-1
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    Forest Radioecology in Fukushima : Radiocesium Dynamics, Impact, and Future (2022)
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    Keywords: Forestry. ; Ecology . ; Environmental management. ; Forestry. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Radioactive materials released by the Fukushima nuclear accident -- Chapter 2. Basic knowledge to understand radioactive contamination -- Chapter 3.Behavior of radiocesium in the forest -- Chapter 4. Forest ecosystems and radioactive contamination -- Chapter 5. Radiation protection and criteria -- Chapter 6.Impacts of radioactive contamination of forest on life -- Chapter 7.The future of forests in Fukushima: how should we face radioactive contamination of forests.
    Abstract: This is an open access book that provides holistic information on the radioactive contamination of forests. Topics are highly interdisciplinary, ranging from the dynamics of radioactive cesium in forest ecosystems to the radiation protection or the socio-economic aspects of radiation effects. It is designed to help people understand the radioactive contamination in forests and provide hints of how to cope with it and restore their livelihoods. The book is characterized by its well-balanced structure that allows the reader to understand the whole picture without going into too much scientific content. After explaining the basics of radioactive materials and radiation, the book illustrates the radioactive contamination of forests, it also describes the impacts on the forestry and life of local people and the measures taken by. Few books address the concerns about how to deal with radioactive contamination of forests and the future perspectives. In this book, people can learn all about the Fukushima nuclear accident of forests, forest products, and people with abundant reference materials. In addition, the book contains four memoirs contributed by Japanese and European researchers that graphically record what the researchers thought and how they acted in the chaos of the aftermath of the accident. In 2021 that marking the 10th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear accident and the 35th anniversary of the Chernobyl accident, nuclear disasters are in the spotlight more than ever. This thought-provoking book on how to prepare for a severe nuclear accident is suitable for sharing with people all over the world as a lesson on the next nuclear accidents, now that the number of nuclear power plants is still increasing. The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence (machine translation by the service DeepL.com). Intensive improvements were subsequently made by the authors throughout the text to ensure accuracy of expression and contents and to enhance the clarity for overseas readers. .
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    Pages: XXIV, 160 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811694042
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9404-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9404-2
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    Sika Deer: Life History Plasticity and Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Animal culture. ; Environmental management. ; Population biology. ; Evolution (Biology). ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology. ; Animal Science. ; Environmental Management. ; Population Dynamics. ; Evolutionary Biology. ; Conservation Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.Introduction -- 2. The Process of Population Expansion of Sika Deer -- 3. The Impact of Sika Deer on Vegetation in Japan -- 4.Estimation of Sika Deer Abundance by Harvest-based Model and the Characteristics of their Population Dynamics -- 5. Variation in the local sika deer density between three areas of Japan with diverse climatic conditions -- 6. Ecological and evolutionary response of sika deer morphology to varying habitat environments: from body size to tooth wear -- 7. Reproductive variation of sika deer -- 8. Movement Patterns of Sika Deer in Hokkaido Region -- 9. Movement Patterns of Sika Deer in Tohoku Region -- 10. Movement patterns of sika deer in the mountainous regions of central Honshu -- 11. Movement Characteristics and Habitat Use of Sika Deer in Kanto Region, Central Japan -- 11. Movement patterns and activity range characteristics of sika deer in the Tanzawa Mountains, central Japan -- 13. Movement patterns of sika deer around Mt. Fuji, central Japan -- 14. Movement Patterns of Sika deer in Western Japan -- 15. Behavior of sika deer in clear-cut areas, plantations, and their surroundings -- 16. Effects of high densities of sika deer on vegetation and the restoration goal: Lessons from deer-vegetation interactions on Nakanoshima Island, Lake Toya -- 17. Irruptive Dynamics of Sika Deer: Search for the Mechanism -- 18. Food habits and body condition of the sika deer population in the Tanzawa Mountains, central Japans -- 19. Effects of sika deer and the unique relationship with forest vegetation in Yakushima Island -- 20. Conserving The Plant Community and Its Resilience Using Deer-Proof Fences in Japan -- 21. Vertebrate Scavenging on Sika Deer Carcasses and Its Effects on Ecological Processes -- 22. Impacts of Sika Deer Overabundance on The Structure and Functions of Dung Beetle Communities in Forest Ecosystems -- 23. Impact of Sika Deer on Soil Properties and Erosion -- 24. Responses of Ground-layer Vegetation and Soil Properties to Increased Population Density of Sika Deer and Environmental Conditions -- 25. Successional Pathways of a Warm-Temperate Forest After Disturbance: Effects of Clearcutting and Herbivory -- 26. Effect of Different Periods of Chronic Deer Herbivory on both Tall Forbs and Soil Seed Banks Following Deer Exclusions in a Damp Beech Forest -- 27. Indirect effects of deer overgrazing on stream ecosystems -- 28. Activity Patterns and Habitat Use Between Sika Deer and Japanese Serow -- 29. Sika in the British Isles: Population Ecology -- 30. History and Management of Sika Deer on the Delmarva Peninsula -- 31. The future of sika deer management in New Zealand; Invasive deer or hunting resource? -- 32. Adaptive Management of Sika Deer Populations on Hokkaido Island, Japan -- 34.Adaptive Management of Sika Deer in Hyogo Prefecture -- 35.Subpopulation Structure Based on Landscape Genetics as a Management Unit -- 36. Future Challenges for Research and Management of Sika Deer.
    Abstract: This book provides complete and up-to-date information on sika deer biology and its management, focusing on their life history with an integrated approach of population dynamics, morphology, genetics, and evolution. The expanding distribution of sika and its increase in population in Japan and other countries are causing damage to agriculture and forestry, impacting ecosystems and affecting other species. We are facing conflicting deer issues regarding the conservation of resource values and pest control of sika deer. This contributed volume compiles new findings focusing on the ecological plasticity of the sika deer. It aims to clarify the ecological characteristics of the deer by integrating studies of different approaches and provides a perspective for their management. The book consists of six parts. Part I introduces the ecological and management background behind the history of sika deer. The following four parts discuss movement ecology (Part II), impact on vegetation and bottom-up effect on sika deer (Part III), impact on ecosystem and its resilience (Part IV), and comparison of life-history characteristics between sika deer and other ungulate species (Part V). The last part (Part VI) covers the science-based management of sika deer. Contributed by recognized experts and young researchers of sika deer, this book appeals to researchers and professionals in wildlife biology and wildlife management, evolution, population dynamics, morphology, genetics, and reproductive physiology. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811695544
    Series Statement: Ecological Research Monographs,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9554-4
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    River Basin Environment: Evaluation, Management and Conservation (2022)
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    Keywords: Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Pollution. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Forestry. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Pollution. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Forestry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Phenology of photosynthesis in a deciduous broadleaf forest: implications for the carbon cycle in a changing environment -- Chapter 2. Ecological significance of throughfall and stemflow to the carbon cycle in forest ecosystems -- Chapter 3.Forest carbon sequestration in mountainous region in Japan under ongoing climate change: implication for future research -- Chapter 4. Woody biomass change monitoring in temperate montane forests by airborne LiDAR analysis -- Chapter 5. Semi-natural grasslands maintained by controlled burning in Japan - Air and soil temperature and plant diversity -- Chapter 6. Detection and Identification of Phytophthora Pathogens That are Threatening Forest Ecosystems Worldwide -- Chapter 7. Water quality safety and security - from evaluation to control -- Chapter 8. Energy Recovery from Wastewater -- Chapter 9. Management of on-site household wastewater treatment systems (Johkasou) in Japan -- Chapter 10. Predicting fine sediment deposition rate in low-land river channel: Comparison of two adjacent rivers -- Chapter 11. Relationship between forest stand condition and water balance in a forested basin -- Chapter 12. Plant pathogenic oomycetes inhabiting river water are a potential source of infestation in agricultural areas -- Chapter 13. Soil contamination and conservation -- Chapter 14. Evaporation in arid regions -- Chapter 15. Feature Extraction and Analysis of Earthquake Motion -- Chapter 16. Involving the community to manage natural disasters: A study of Japanese disaster risk reduction practices.
    Abstract: This book provides updated and comprehensive information on the evaluation of the river basin environment, along with its management and conservation. The chapters collected the latest cutting-edge research achievements in vegetation function evaluation, remote sensing monitoring and analysis, water quality evaluation and control, water and wastewater treatment, soil remediation, forest resource management, microbial disease diagnosis and more, the key components that link directly with the safety, security and sustainability of river basin environment. This book emphasizes the important aspects for better and more effective evaluation, management and conservation of the river basin environment, the foundation for its sustainable utilization and development, the foundation for achieving water and food security, and the United Nations’ SDGs for No Poverty (1), Zero Hunger (2) and Clean Water and Sanitation (6), as well as Affordable and Clean Energy (7), Sustainable Cities and Communities (11), Climate Action (13), Life below Water (14) and Life on Land (15). This book will benefit the research community and environmental education. It will prove useful to students, water and forest resource managers, hydrologists and all those engaged or interested in any aspect of evaluation, management, and conservation of the river basin environment. The book also has the potential to inform multi-regional and sectoral policies in all regions of the world and contribute to sustainable development solutions through better management of water, soil, and vegetation resources.
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    Pages: X, 356 p. 152 illus., 63 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811940705
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4070-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-4070-5
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    Health Care Waste Management and COVID 19 Pandemic : Policy, Implementation Status and Vaccine Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 COVID 19 Waste Management & cultural perspectives -- Chapter 1 Waste Management during pandemic of COVID 19 in India, Italy and USA-the influence of cultural perspectives -- Part 2 Health Care Waste Management and Case studies -- Chapter 2 Clinical Waste Management In Malaysia And Covid-19 Waste Management Case Study -- Chapter 3 Waste Management related to COVID-19 in the Noncontact Era: Case Study of the Republic of Korea -- Chapter 4 Healthcare Waste Management and Post Pandemic Countermeasures: The Case of the Philippines -- Chapter 5 Bio medical waste management & Case Study in India -- Part 3 Management of Non-medical waste infected by SARS-CoV-2 -- Chapter 6 The immediate Italian response to the management of non-medical waste potentially infected by SARS-CoV-2 during the emergency phase of the pandemic -- Part 4 Health Care Waste Management during Pre- and post-COVID-19 scenario -- Chapter 7 Overview of Infectious Healthcare Waste Management in Thailand in pre - and - during COVID-19 Context -- Chapter 8 Health Care waste management in Nepal: Pre- and post-COVID-19 scenario -- Part 5 COVID-19 Healthcare Waste Management in 3R Perspective -- Chapter 9 COVID-19 and Healthcare Waste Management (HCWM) in Myanmar: Perspectives from the Triple R (Response, Recovery and Redesign) -- Part 6 Healthcare Waste Management & Impact of COVID-19 -- Chapter 10 Health Care Waste Management Practices in Nigeria: A Review -- Chapter 11 Medical Waste Management in Lebanon and Impact of Covid-19 -- Part 7 Global picture of Covid-19 -- Chapter 12 Global picture of Covid-19 pandemic with emphasis on European Subcontinent -- Part 8 Preventive Measures to indirectly reduce COVID 19 Waste generation - Vaccination and Rehabilitation -- Chapter 13 COVID-19 Vaccination in India -- Chapter 14 VACCINATION FOR THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC -- Chapter 15 Exercise in Immune Health Management and Rehabilitation against COVID-19. .
    Abstract: This book deals with the general principles, policy instruments, sustainability of supply chain, and business of health-care waste (HCW) management including inputs on exercise in immune health defense against COVID 19. Health-care waste management is very important in any country for protection of environmental and animal and human health. The COVID-19 pandemic, in addition, has augmented this importance to a greater extent. Italy has been successful in curbing the problems related to HCW management during the COVID-19 pandemic at very fast rates from the worst situation, while for a few countries in Asia and Africa, challenges still exist. It is necessary that policy makers, researchers, and implementers gain more knowledge and information on these aspects and improve the strategies and actions. Addressing these issues will reduce the cost of health care as well as resource inefficiency hindering sustainable development goals. This book is of interest and useful to practitioners, capacity builders and policy makers, entrepreneurs, NGOs, and general people, and is a valuable source of reference to the relevant researchers and students in global markets. The book serves as a reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of environmental science, waste management, and medical science. National and international scientists as well as policy makers will also find this to be a useful read. .
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    Pages: VII, 352 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811693366
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9336-6
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    Political Economy of China’s Climate Policy (2022)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Environmental Social Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: An Economic Analysis of China's Climate Policy -- China’s Balance of Emissions Embodied in Trade: Approaches to Measurement and Allocating International Responsibility -- Low Carbon Transformation -- Adapting to the Carrying Capacity, Ensuring Ecological Safety -- Post-Paris Process: A Transformational Breakthrough Is Still Needed.
    Abstract: This book covers major advances in China’s climate policy over the past decade and presents theoretical approaches to climate justice and low-carbon transformation from a Chinese perspective. It analyzes the political economy of China’s climate policy, and subsequently addresses the following major aspects: carbon emissions and human rights, equity and carbon budgets, economic analysis of low-carbon transformation, economics of adaptation to climate change, and international climate regime building. .
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    Pages: XV, 324 p. 39 illus., 7 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811687891
    Series Statement: Research Series on the Chinese Dream and China’s Development Path,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-8789-1
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    Water and Life in Tonle Sap Lake (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environment. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Lake and Livelihoods: Threats to Their Sustainability -- Chapter 3. Fish Resources: Its Importance and Challenges -- Chapter 4. Governance and Human–Nature Relation -- Chapter 5. Zoning and Its Impacts on Governance -- Chapter 6. Climate and Rainfall -- Chapter 7. Inundation and Water Surface Temperature: Satellite-Based Observation -- Chapter 8. Hydrology of the Inflow River Basins -- Chapter 9. Groundwater and Surface Water Exchange in the Lake Basin -- Chapter 10. Improvement of a Hydrological Model Performance by Satellite Rainfall Product -- Chapter 11. Flood Pulse and Water Level -- Chapter 12. Discharge Measurement and Hydraulic Characteristics in the Tonle Sap River -- Chapter 13. Mathematics and Numerics of a Two-Dimensional Local Inertial Equation -- Chapter 14. Numerical Simulation of Hydrodynamics Using the Two-Dimensional Local Inertial Equation -- Chapter 15. Hydrodynamic Properties Characterized by Two-Dimensional Hydraulic Simulation -- Chapter 16. Flow Regime of a Floating Village Using a Three-Dimensional Hydraulic Model -- Chapter 17. Sediment and Suspended Solids: Spatiotemporal Dynamics -- Chapter 18. Total Suspended Solid Dynamics Revealed by Long-term Satellite Image Analysis -- Chapter 19. Sediment Resuspension and its Relation to Flood Pulse -- Chapter 20. Sediment Loads from Tonle Sap Lake Tributaries -- Chapter 21. Physico-Chemical Properties of Suspended Solids and Sediment -- Chapter 22. Basin-wide Distribution of Water Quality -- Chapter 23. Basic Physicochemical Water Quality—Spatiotemporal Distribution -- Chapter 24. Nutrient Availability and Phosphorus Dynamics -- Chapter 25. Phosphorus Dynamics—Modeling and Simulation -- Chapter 26. Chemistry of Groundwater in the Floodplain -- Chapter 27. Bacterial Communities: Their Dynamics and Interactions with Physicochemical Factors -- Chapter 28. Microcystin Production and Oxidative Stress -- Chapter 29. Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria -- Chapter 30. Antibiotic Resistance of Intestinal Bacteria -- Chapter 31. Primary Production -- Chapter 32. Flooded Forests -- Chapter 33. Aquatic Fauna and Aquaculture -- Chapter 34. Waterbirds -- Chapter 35. Chemical Analysis of Heavy Metals and Pesticides: Pretreatment -- Chapter 36. Heavy Metals -- Chapter 37. Residual Pesticides -- Chapter 38. Heavy Metal Accumulation in Fish -- Chapter 39. Pesticide Residues in Vegetables from Provinces around Tonle Sap Lake -- Chapter 40. Water Use, Sanitation, and Health Conditions in Villages on/around the Lake -- Chapter 41. Health Risk Assessment of a Floating Village Based on a Three-Dimensional Hydraulic Model -- Chapter 42. Virus Removal by Poly Aluminum Chloride and Calcium Hypochlorite -- Chapter 43. Impact of Climate Change on the Hydrological Regime of Tonle Sap Lake -- Chapter 44. Projection of Land Use and Land Cover in the Lake Basin -- Chapter 45. Permissible Phosphorus Load -- Chapter 46. Effects of Environmental Factors on Eutrophication -- Chapter 47. Application of a Sorbent Derived from Lake Sediment and Bivalve Shells for Phosphorus Removal -- Chapter 48. Management of Flooded Forests and Fish Resources -- Chapter 49. Transdisciplinary Research Collaboration for Environmental Conservation -- Chapter 50. Recommendations for Further Research and Environmental Management.
    Abstract: This book describes the water, wildlife, and livelihood of Tonle Sap Lake and its basin in Cambodia, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. It comprehensively elucidates the processes underlying the dynamic, productive, and unique ecosystem, covering the major environmental and administrative components such as climate, water flow and storage, sediment, nutrient, flora, fauna, floating villages, management, and governance. Anthropogenic impacts including climate change on the lake are also highlighted. This book serves as a guidebook to multiple audiences, including professionals and academicians. It is beneficial to the university students and lecturers, researchers, freelancers, and policymakers in analyzing, interpreting, and taking action for the environmental conservation of the lake environment. In addition, this is the first comprehensive book on evidence-based research and policy-relevant experience and knowledge about Tonle Sap Lake. For instance, the content will assist the policymakers and researchers in setting management policies and practices, especially for large shallow lakes and developing countries. It can also be used as a textbook in environmental science and engineering at undergraduate and graduate levels worldwide in understanding and synthesizing new research directions relevant to the water environment.
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    Pages: XVIII, 525 p. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811666322
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6632-2
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    Corporate Approaches to Sustainable Development : International Experiences and Insights (2022)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Industrial management Environmental aspects. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Corporate Environmental Management. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Policy Responses to COVID-19- Climate Finance and Carbon Markets -- Chapter 3. Corporate Purpose: An Emerging Approach to Corporate Sustainability -- Chapter 4. An Overview of Sustainable Finance: Linkages with the Sustainable Development Goals -- Chapter 5. The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility in Sustainable Mining: Exploring Mining Impacts of the Kansanshi Mine in Zambia -- Chapter 6. Zambia’s Mining Industry A Closer Look at the Corporate Approaches to Sustainable Development of Konkola and Mopani Copper Mines -- Chapter 7. Legislating Corporate Sustainable Development Agreements as a Corporate Social Responsibility Response for Mining Communities in Zambia A Case Study of Kabwe Lead-zinc Mine, Zambia -- Chapter 8. A Corporate Roadmap to Sustainable Resource Governance in Africa -- Chapter 9. Study of Conflicts for Water in the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework -- Chapter 10. Sustainable Communities in Resource Regions Exploring the Case of Resettlement in Colombia -- Chapter 11. Mining and Sustainable Development in Colombia -- Chapter 12. Sustainable Forest Management: Community Forestry’s contribution to build Climate Resilient Communities in Nepal -- Chapter 13. Ensuring Sustainable Post-Pandemic Tourism in Nepal: The Role of Corporate Agencies -- Chapter 14. Adaptation Strategies adopted by Indigenous Community for Sustainable Livelihood in Response to the Changing Climate: The Role of the Local Authorities and the Corporate Sector in a ca study of Sherpa Community from Lukla, Nepal -- Chapter 15. CSR Disclosure through the Principles of UN Global Compact in Bangladesh : Evidence from Emerging Markets -- Chapter 16. The Role of Managerial Efficiency, Human Capital, Research and Development in Corporate Environmental Disclosure: Insights from Bangladesh -- Chapter 17. Conclusion.
    Abstract: This book aims to answer the question: how can the industry action international approaches to corporate sustainability, ultimately achieving sustainable development and overall sustainability? With this question in mind, this manuscript examines how the industry, through existing approaches to corporate sustainability, contribute to addressing conflicting demands emerging from the achievement of sustainable development in a responsible, sustainable and innovative manner. It also reviews alternative models of corporate sustainability that contribute to achieving inclusive, sustainable development globally. Chapters 2 to 4 discuss emerging approaches to corporate sustainability. Chapters 5 to 11 examine the role that the extractive industry (mining and oil) could play in the delivery of sustainable solutions for the communities and environment in selected cases, in the Americas and Africa. Lastly, the manuscript showcases international corporate sustainability and climate change practices in the forestry, agriculture, tourism and manufacturing industries within the context of Asia and The Pacific region, particularly, Nepal and Bangladesh. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811664212
    Series Statement: Science for Sustainable Societies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6421-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-6421-2
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    Advances in Toxicology and Risk Assessment of Nanomaterials and Emerging Contaminants (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental health. ; Environment. ; Industrial engineering. ; Production engineering. ; Fire prevention. ; Buildings Protection. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Industrial and Production Engineering. ; Fire Science, Hazard Control, Building Safety. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Pollution.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Quantification and imaging of nanomaterials in biological samples -- Chapter 2. Tracing and quantifying microplastics in the environment -- Chapter 3. Advances in analytical methods of emerging contaminants -- Chapter 4. Advances in exposome -- Chapter 5. Omics approaches in toxicological studies -- Chapter 6. Recent developments in the eco- and human toxicology of nanomaterials -- Chapter 7. Characterization of nano-bio interactions in nanotoxicology -- Chapter 8. Knowledge gained from co-exposure studies of nanomaterials and chemicals -- Chapter 9. Ecotoxicology of micro- and nanoplastics -- Chapter 10. Advances in the toxicological studies of atmospheric particulate matter -- Chapter 11. Mechanisms of action of emerging contaminants: PPCP -- Chapter 12. Mechanisms of action of emerging contaminants: disinfection byproduct -- Chapter 13. Mechanisms of action of emerging contaminants: substituting industrial chemicals (BPs, flame retardants, PFCs) -- Chapter 14. Status of risk assessment of emerging contaminants -- Chapter 15. Environmental risk assessment models for emerging contaminants -- Chapter 16. Developments in in silico risk assessment of nanomaterials and emerging contaminants -- Chapter 17. Application of adverse outcome pathways in risk assessment.
    Abstract: This book details the state-of-the-art methodological advances for delineating the toxicology and working mechanisms of nanomaterials, microplastics, fine aerosol particulates (PM2.5) as well as emerging organic pollutants. It also provides latest computational approaches for toxicity prediction and risk assessment of nanoscale materials which possess realistic chances to enter the environment and human organism. Written by leading scientists at the frontiers of environmental science and nanomedicine, this book is intended for both young researchers and experienced professionals working in the fields of environmental protection, human health and occupational safety, nanotechnology, material science and nanomedicine, as well as graduate students majoring in environmental and health sciences.
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    Pages: XIII, 371 p. 37 illus., 34 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811691164
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9116-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9116-4
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    Report on Yangtze River Rehabilitation and Protection 2019 (2022)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Geography. ; Sustainability. ; Water. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Regional Geography.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Importance of Yangtze River -- Chapter 2. Stages of Yangtze River Rehabilitation and Protection -- Chapter 3. Achievements in Rehabilitation and Protection -- Chapter 4. Situation Facing the Yangtze Rehabilitation and Protection in the New Era -- Chapter 5. Visions on Yangtze River Rehabilitation and Protection -- Chapter 6. Strategic Measures -- Chapter 7. Master Plan of the Yangtze River Basin -- Chapter 8. Change of River-lake Relation and the Regulation of Dongting and Poyang Lakes -- Chapter 9. Master Plan of the Yangtze River Basin -- Chapter 10. Joint Operation of the Group Reservoirs -- Chapter 11. Water Resources Protection -- Chapter 12. Major Scientific and Technological Research Subjects.
    Abstract: This book summarizes the achievements and experience of the Yangtze River rehabilitation and protection, analyzes the new situation and requirements of the Yangtze River rehabilitation and protection, and discusses the main issues and their solution alternatives for the Yangtze River rehabilitation and protection efforts. The Yangtze River, respected as the mother river of the Chinese nation, contributes immensely toward the socioeconomic development of China and braces up the national strategies such as the development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt and the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta, etc. Whether the Yangtze River is under good stewardship has implications on not only the wellbeing of more than 400 million inhabitants in the basin, but also in broader sense the overall sustainability of socioeconomic development of the whole country. This book which has two parts, provides a multidirectional analysis of Yangtze River rehabilitation and protection. The first part explores the stages, achievements, and the future of the Yangtze rehabilitation and protection. Major issues existing in Yangtze River Basin rehabilitation and protection are discussed in the second part. Many pictures, charts, and diagrams are involved providing an understanding of the situation of Yangtze River Basin. .
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    Pages: XV, 176 p. 8 illus., 7 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811649271
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4927-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-4927-1
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    China's Long-Term Low-Carbon Development Strategies and Pathways : Comprehensive Report (2022)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Environmental Law. ; Environmental management. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Environmental Law. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. The state and trend of China's low-carbon development -- Chapter 3. End-use energy consumption & CO2 emissions -- Chapter 4. Power sector -- Chapter 5. Primary energy consumption and CO2 emissions -- Chapter 6. Non-CO2 GHG emissions -- Chapter 7. Technical support for long-term deep decarbonization -- Chapter 8. Investment & cost analysis for realizing a low emission strategy -- Chapter 9. Long-term low-carbon transition pathways -- Chapter 10. Strategic linchpins and policy safeguards -- Chapter 11. Global climate governance & international cooperation -- Chapter 12. Conclusions and policy recommendations.
    Abstract: This open access book introduces a multi-disciplinary and comprehensive research on China's long-term low-carbon emission strategies and pathways. After comprehensively considering China’s own socioeconomic conditions, policy design, energy mix, and other macro-development trends and needs, the research team has proposed suggestions on China’s low-carbon development strategies and pathways until 2050, with required technologies and policies in order to realize the goals of building a great modern socialist country and a beautiful China. These achievements are in conjunction with the climate goals set in the Paris Agreement alongside Global Sustainable Development. The authors hope that the research findings can serve as a reference for all sectors of Chinese society in their climate research efforts, offer support for the formulation and implementation of china’s national low-carbon development strategies and policies, and help the world to better understand China’s story in the general trend of global green and low-carbon development.
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    Pages: XXXVIII, 333 p. 94 illus., 91 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811625244
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-2524-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-2524-4
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    Status and Future Challenges for Non-conventional Energy Sources Volume 1 (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Cogeneration of electric power and heat. ; Fossil fuels. ; Bioenergetics. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Fossil Fuel. ; Bioenergetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Ocean, Tidal and Wave Energy: Science and Challenges -- 2 Nuclear Energy and Conventional Clean Fuel -- 3 Solar cells: application and challenges -- 4 Photovoltaic modules: Battery storage and grid technology -- 5 Geothermal energy: Exploration, Exploitation, and Production -- 6 Application of high-temperature thermal energy storage materials for power plants -- 7 Hydrogen Fuel: Clean Energy Production Technologies -- 8 Natural Gas Hydrates – Energy Locked in Cages -- 9 Gas Hydrates in Man-made Environments: Applications, Economics, Challenges and Future Directions -- 10 Hydrate-based Desalination Technology: A Sustainable Approach -- 11 Subsurface Decarbonisation options as CO2 hydrates with Clean Methane Energy Recovery from Natural Gas Hydrate Reservoirs -- 12 Combined Heating and cooling system with Phase Change Material: A Novel Approach -- 13 Hydrothermal Liquefaction (HTL) of Kraft Lignin (KL) Recovered from Lignocellulosic Biomass: State of the Art -- 14 Catalytic Hydropyrolysis and Hydrodeoxygenation of Biomass and Model Compounds for Fuels and Chemicals. .
    Abstract: This book highlights recent advancements in such an important topic, through contribution from experts demonstrating different applications in ‘day-to-day’ life, both existing and newly emerging non-biological technologies, and thought provoking approaches from different parts of the world, potential future prospects associated with some frontier development in non-conventional energy sources. It covers different types of natural energy sources such as: Ocean, Tidal and Wave energy; Nuclear energy; Solar cells; Geothermal energy; Hydrogen Fuel; Photovoltaic modules; Gas hydrates; Hydrate-based Desalination Technology; and Hydrothermal Liquefaction of Kraft Lignin/ Lignocellulosic Biomass to Fuels and Chemicals. This book is a comprehensive and informative compilation for international readers, especially undergraduate and post graduate students and researchers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: X, 332 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811645051
    Series Statement: Clean Energy Production Technologies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4505-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-4505-1
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    Environmental Footprints of Recycled Products (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Ecological Footprint Assessment of Recycled Asphalt Pavement Construction -- Carbon Footprints Of Recycled Plastic Packaging And Household Food Consumption By Gender In Spain -- An Environmental Construction And Demolition Waste Management Model To Trigger Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery Towards A Circular Economy: The Mexican and Spanish Cases -- Ecological Footprint of Multi-Silicon Photovoltaic Module Recycling -- The Potential of Refuse Derived Fuel Production in Reducing the Environmental Footprint of the Cement Industry.
    Abstract: Recycling is the need of the hour and it is an inevitable destination at the end of the life of any product. Today, recycling can happen at postindustrial and post-consumer states and the importance of recycled products in the market has gained significant importance. Recycled products dominate the array of sustainable products in today’s context. Even though there are commercial implications for recycling, one of the very important and obvious reasons to go for recycling and to have recycled products is to have the benefits on environmental sustainability. It is highly important to assess the environmental footprints of recycled products and further improve the environmental benefits of such recycled products. This book presents five interesting chapters pertaining to the environmental footprints of various recycled products. .
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    Pages: VII, 160 p. 60 illus., 54 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811684265
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-8426-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-8426-5
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    Satellite Measurements of Clouds and Precipitation : Theoretical Basis (2022)
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    Keywords: Atmospheric science. ; Physical geography. ; Climatology. ; Environment. ; Atmospheric Science. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Satellite Missions and Instruments -- Satellite Orbit and Scan -- Principles of Statistical Mechanics -- Principles of Electrodynamics and Geometrical Optics -- General Theory of Radiative Processes -- Infrared Sensing -- Visible/Near-infrared Imaging -- Microwave Radiometry -- Active Remote Sensing -- Mathematical Basis of Retrieval Algorithms -- Global datasets of clouds and precipitation -- Satellite Data Simulators. .
    Abstract: This book provides a thorough introductory description of the physical principles underlying the satellite remote sensing of clouds and precipitation. A diverse collection of satellite sensors is covered, including imagers, radars, and sounders over a broad spectral range from visible to microwave radiation. The progress in satellite instrument technology during the past two decades as represented by the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM), CloudSat, and Global Measurement Mission (GPM) satellites has drastically improved our capability of measuring clouds and precipitation across the globe. At the same time, such rapid progress makes it increasingly challenging for scientists without specialized skills in remote sensing to fully grasp how satellite measurements are being made. This book is designed to mitigate that challenge. The targeted readers are graduate students and professional scientists seeking an extended summary of the theoretical background behind observations from space, ranging from fundamental physics (the statistical mechanics and radiative processes, for instance) to more practical levels of theory such as retrieval algorithm design.
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    Pages: XVII, 297 p. 106 illus., 52 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811922435
    Series Statement: Springer Remote Sensing/Photogrammetry,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2243-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2243-5
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    2020 Press Conference Records of Ministry of Ecology and Environment, the People’s Republic of China (2022)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental policy. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental Law. ; Sustainability. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Environmental Policy. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Law.
    Description / Table of Contents: Records of Press Conference during the Two Sessions -- Records of the Press Conference of the State Council Information Office -- Records of the Press Conference of the Second National Census of Pollution Sources -- Records of the Press Conference of Science and Technology Help Win the Battle to Protect the Blue Sky -- Records of the Press Conference on Ecological and Environmental Protection during the 13th Five-Year Plan Period -- Records of Implement the spirit of the Fifth Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central Committee and Promote Green Development through High-level Protection -- Records of Regular Press Conferences in 2020. .
    Abstract: This book records the press release of Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China in 2020. It is divided into three parts chronologically. The first part contains the records of Minister Huang Runqiu‘s attendance at the press conference of the National People's Congress and the Chinese Political Consultative Conference as well as the "Minister Channel". The second part contains the records of four press conferences on ecological and environmental protection held by the State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China. The third part contains the records of 12 regular press conferences held by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China.
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    Pages: XVII, 420 p. 53 illus., 51 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811690617
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9061-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9061-7
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    Environmental Footprints of Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water Footprint of Fruits in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions -- Appraising the Water Status in Egypt through the Application of the Virtual Water Principle in the Agricultural Sector -- Cereal Water Footprint in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions: Past, Today and Future -- Environmental Footprints of Hydrogen from Crops -- Designing an Energy Use Analysis and Life Cycle Assessment of the environmental sustainability of conservation agriculture wheat farming in Bangladesh.
    Abstract: There are multiple variants of environmental footprints such as carbon footprint, ecological footprint, water footprint, nitrogen footprint and so on. There are numerous developments in terms of measuring the environmental footprints of various products. Many new indicators are being developed in terms of footprints to measure the environmental performance of various products. The need to measure various environmental footprints of agricultural crops is obvious and does not need any explanation these days when the importance of sustainability is felt so much and being practiced in all industrial sectors, including agriculture. This book presents five interesting chapters pertaining to environmental footprints of crops.
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    Pages: VII, 137 p. 60 illus., 52 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811905346
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0534-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0534-6
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    Climate Change in Sustainable Water Resources Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Overview of climate change in water resources management studies -- Basic concepts -- Climate Change Drivers -- The Effect of Climate Change on Water Resources -- Review on IPCC reports -- Introduction to Key Features of Climate Models -- Downscaling Methods -- Hydrological models -- Mitigation and Adaptation Measures -- Case Studies Around the World.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive approach to all aspects of water-related subjects affected by climate change that expand readers' attitudes toward future of the management strategies and improve management plans. It summarizes climate change scenarios, models, downscaling methods, and how to select the appropriate method. It also introduces practical steps in assessing climate change impacts on water issues through introducing hydrological models and climate change data applications in hydrologic analysis. The book caters to specialist readers who are interested in analyzing climate change effects on water resources, and related issues can gain a profound understanding of the practical concepts and step-by-step analysis, which is enriched with real case studies all around the world. Moreover, readers will be familiar with potential mitigation and adaptation measures in sustainable water engineering, considering the results of hydrologic modeling.
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    Pages: VIII, 415 p. 80 illus., 65 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811918988
    Series Statement: Springer Water,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1898-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-1898-8
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    Blue Economy : An Ocean Science Perspective (2022)
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    Keywords: Oceanography. ; Bioclimatology. ; Shipping. ; Environmental management. ; Ocean Sciences. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Maritime Economics. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Blue Economy and Ocean Science: Introduction -- Coral Reefs -- Mangroves and Seagrasses -- Coastal Fisheries -- Effects of Groundwater Extraction and River Regulation on Coastal Freshwater Resources -- Marine Tourism and the Blue Economy: Perspectives from the Mascarene and Pacific Islands -- Energy Transition to the Blue Economy: the Role of Science and Technology -- Coastal and Nearshore Minerals: Blue Economy Potential and Prospects -- Coastal Pollution -- Harmful Algae.
    Abstract: The ocean is a major source of income for many coastal nations, particularly in the developing world. Economic benefits from the ocean in the long-term depend on its wise science and technology-based management. The intersection of science, technology, and economy are most obvious in nations' coastal zones. This book highlights the need for the application of ocean science and technology for best economic outcomes. It gives examples of ocean resources and the threats to them from climate change and other human interventions, as well as provides information on the available ocean research and observation tools to monitor their impact as well as on the related internationally available opportunities for capacity development.
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    Pages: XXI, 536 p. 66 illus., 61 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811950650
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5065-0
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    Wadi Flash Floods : Challenges and Advanced Approaches for Disaster Risk Reduction (2022)
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    Keywords: Natural disasters. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Physical geography. ; Earth sciences. ; Environment. ; Natural Hazards. ; Water. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Earth Sciences. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: The ISFF Project -- Facts and Challenges -- Flood Analysis and Mitigation Strategies in Algeria -- Assessing the Impact of Climate Change on Temperature and Precipitation Over India -- Analysis of The Hydrological Behavior of Watersheds in The Context of Climate Change -- Impact of Infiltration and Small-Scale Topographical Features -- An Early Warning System for Arid and Semi-Arid Regions -- Hydrologic Assessment of The Uncertainty of Six Remote Sensing Precipitation Estimates Driven by A Distributed Hydrologic Model in The Blue Nile Basin -- Innovative Monitoring Techniques for Wadi Flash Flood by Using Image-Based Analysis -- A Temporally Varied Rainfall Simulator for Flash flood studies -- The Role of Urban Planning and Landscape Tools Concerning Flash Flood Risk Reduction within Arid and Semi-Arid Regions -- Measuring Vulnerability to Flash Flood Of Urban Dwellers -- Case studies from Oman and Brazil -- A Case Study of The Jeddah City Neighborhood Abruq Ar Rughamah, Saudi Arabia -- International Collaboration Project -- Sediment Transport in Shallow Waters: As A Multiphysics Approach -- Case Of Hodna Basin In Algeria -- Reservoir Sediment Management Practices in Sudan: A Case Study of Khashm El-Girba Dam -- Determining the Precipitation Intensity Threshold of Debris Flood Occurrence -- Assessment of Groundwater Resources in Water Spring Areas Using Geophysical Methods, Northern UAE -- Evaluation of the Effect of the Wadi Bih Dam on Groundwater Recharge, UAE -- Assess the impacts of groundwater over-drafting on water quality and environment degradation at Fares area, Aswan, Egypt.
    Abstract: This open access book brings together research studies, developments, and application-related flash flood topics on wadi systems in arid regions. The major merit of this comprehensive book is its focus on research and technical papers as well as case study applications in different regions worldwide that cover many topics and answer several scientific questions. The book chapters comprehensively and significantly highlight different scientific research disciplines related to wadi flash floods, including climatology, hydrological models, new monitoring techniques, remote sensing techniques, field investigations, international collaboration projects, risk assessment and mitigation, sedimentation and sediment transport, and groundwater quality and quantity assessment and management. In this book, the contributing authors (engineers, researchers, and professionals) introduce their recent scientific findings to develop suitable, applicable, and innovative tools for forecasting, mitigation, and water management as well as society development under seven main research themes as follows: Part 1. Wadi Flash Flood Challenges and Strategies Part 2. Hydrometeorology and Climate Changes Part 3. Rainfall–Runoff Modeling and Approaches Part 4. Disaster Risk Reduction and Mitigation Part 5. Reservoir Sedimentation and Sediment Yield Part 6. Groundwater Management Part 7. Application and Case Studies The book includes selected high-quality papers from five series of the International Symposium on Flash Floods in Wadi Systems (ISFF) that were held in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2020 in Japan, Egypt, Oman, Morocco, and Japan, respectively. These collections of chapters could provide valuable guidance and scientific content not only for academics, researchers, and students but also for decision-makers in the MENA region and worldwide.
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    Pages: XXVIII, 551 p. 286 illus., 235 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811629044
    Series Statement: Natural Disaster Science and Mitigation Engineering: DPRI reports,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-2904-4
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    Sustainable Management of Wastes Through Co-processing (2022)
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    Keywords: Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Physical geography. ; Environmental management. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Types and composition of wastes -- Waste management rules in India and other countries focussing on co-processing -- Resource recovery options from wastes -- Hazardous waste treatment and disposal -- Evolution of co-processing as a disposal and energy recovery method -- Co-processing technology for waste recycling -- Strategies and policy advocacy -- Facilities for co-processing of wastes -- Facilities for pre-processing of wastes -- Design features involved in equipment and facilities for pre- and co-processing -- Operational considerations in pre- and co-processing of wastes -- Co‐processing in power plant and steel plants -- Co-processing of POPs and DRE -- Mass and heat balance in co-processing -- Emission considerations involved in co-processing -- Development of co-processing technology in India and its status -- Co-processing scenario in other countries -- Business models associated with co-processing -- Sustainable supply chain for co-processing -- Co-processing and considerations on the cement quality.
    Abstract: This book is the first comprehensive book in the world on co-processing of wastes as Alternative Fuels and Raw materials (AFRs) in cement kilns. It discusses how AFR from wastes can play an important role in contributing toward reducing the use of fossil fuel and costs while conserving natural resources, lowering global CO2 emissions, and reducing the need for landfills. The use of AFR in resource and energy-intensive industries is called co-processing, which is discussed in detail highlighting both advantages and disadvantages. Co-processing in cement kilns is a technology that is practiced globally on a large scale for environmentally sound and ecologically sustaining management of wastes from agricultural, industrial, and municipal sources. Considerable amount of scientific and technological advancements has been put in place while developing and implementing this technology at the cement plant operational scales. This technology is in practice for about 40 years or so and has been recommended by Basel Convention for the sustainable management of hazardous wastes and by the Stockholm Convention for the sustainable management of POPs. This technology has now been included in the waste management rules notified by the Ministry of the Government of India and has been provided as a preferred option for the management of wastes over the conventional options of incineration and landfill. The book addresses how co-processing promotes mitigation of the climate change impacts and also conservation of the natural capital in addition to building a circular economy on a large scale. Even though this technology has received required attention and inclusion in the policy framework of many governments, its understanding and awareness with the stakeholders belonging to the academic and other relevant sections are vastly missing. The book will enhance the knowledge of co-processing technology among stakeholders involved in the implementation of the policy framework, design and engineering of the waste processing facilities to suit the co-processing operation, their operation and management, environmental consideration in implementing co-processing, operation and management of the cement plant, quality control, etc. In addition, the book will be useful for students and researchers working in this domain.
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    Pages: XLI, 374 p. 143 illus., 139 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811660733
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6073-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-6073-3
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    Climate Change Adaptation in Southeast Asia (2022)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Physical geography. ; Natural disasters. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Earth System Sciences. ; Natural Hazards.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction: The State of Climate Change Adaptation in Southeast Asia -- Climate Change Adaptation in Brunei Darussalam -- Climate Change Adaptation in Cambodia -- Climate Change Adaptation in Indonesia -- Climate Change Adaptation in Lao PDR -- Climate Change Adaptation in Malaysia -- Climate Change Adaptation in Myanmar -- Climate Change Adaptation in The Philippines -- Climate Change Adaptation in Singapore -- Climate Change Adaptation in Thailand -- Climate Change Adaptation in Vietnam -- Conclusion: Bridging Science and Policy in ASEAN: The Way Forward.
    Abstract: This book highlights the current issues, challenges, and priorities for climate change adaptation in the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The status of each country was prepared by a consortium of researchers in consultation with National Focal Points of the ASEAN Working Group on Climate Change (AWGCC). National documents on adaptation actions, including local scenario and priorities, were reviewed where available and supplemented with an assessment of scientific publications to identify vulnerable ecosystems and regions. Adaptation needs and priorities were determined through stakeholder consultation in the respective countries. This allows for local-level perspectives to be captured and brought to the attention of policy and decision-makers at the national and regional levels. An important lesson from this exercise is that universities and research institutions at the national level have a critical role to play in bridging the gap between science and policy in climate change adaptation. These institutions also have the capacity to continuously facilitate transfer of the best available science for advancing climate change adaptation at the local level.
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    Pages: XV, 233 p. 60 illus., 58 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811660887
    Series Statement: Disaster Risk Reduction, Methods, Approaches and Practices,
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    Environmental Policy and Reform in China (2022)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Cost-Benefit Analysis of Yellow-label Vehicles Elimination Policy in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region -- Co-control of CO2 and SO2 Emissions in the Key Environmental Protection Prefectures in China -- Progress Report 2017 on China's Green Financial Policy -- The Story of Improving Air Quality in China: An Assessment of Action Plan of Air Pollution Prevention and Control -- Feasibility on Establishment of EGSS-based Environmental Industry Statistic Framework under the Statistic System in China -- Analysis of Provincial Environmental Performance Trend in China -- China's Gross Economic-Ecological Product Accounting Research Report 2016 -- Classified Management of Soil Environment of Agricultural Land in China: Advancements, Challenges and Countermeasures -- Assessment of China’s Human Health Loss Caused by PM2.5 in 2017 Based on Remote Sensing Inversion -- Progress Report on China’s Green Finance Policy 2018 -- China SDGs Indicators and Progress Assessment -- Latest Progress Review of China's Environmental Protection Tax Policy Implementation -- Action Plans for Air, Water and Soil Pollution Prevention and Control: Investments and Economic-Environmental Impacts -- The Valuation of China's Environmental Degradation from 2004 to 2017 -- Mid-term Assessment Report of the 13th Five-Year Plan for the Protection of Ecological Environment -- A Pilot Study on Green economy policy Assessment of the United Nations.-Taking the Assessment of Ecological Compensation Policy in Hainan Province of China as an Example.
    Abstract: The book is the collection of the latest research results from Chinese Academy of Environmental Planning in environmental policy and reform during the past years, mainly related to ecological compensation, the emission trading, the environment audit, carbon tax, environment friendly city, environmental health, economic policy in medical waste, scattered coal treatment subsidies, environmental policy efficiency analysis, environmental industry statistics, environmental performance evaluation, green fiscal and taxation policy, etc., presenting the latest achievements, developments and research trends in this field.
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    Pages: X, 401 p. 132 illus., 124 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811669057
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6905-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-6905-7
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    Air Pollution Control and Design (2022)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Business. ; Management science. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Business and Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Air Pollution Control: SOx Control -- Chapter 2. NOx Control -- Chapter 3. VOCs Control -- Chapter 4. PM2.5 Control -- Chapter 5. CO2 Control -- Chapter 6. Fundamentals of Energy Utilization: Sustainable Energy -- Chapter 7. Thermal Dynamics and Heat Transfer -- Chapter 8. Advanced Combustion -- Chapter 9. Energy Materials -- Chapter 10. Integrated Energy Systems -- Chapter 11. Gaseous Control and Design: Adsorption -- Chapter 12. Absorption -- Chapter 13. Combustion -- Stack -- Chapter 14. Particulate Control and Design -- Chapter 15. Cyclone -- Chapter 16. Wet Scrubber -- Chapter 17. Baghouse Filter -- Chapter 18. Electrostatic Precipitator -- Chapter 19. Prospective and Perspective.
    Abstract: This book focuses specifically on the environmental issues related to the air pollution control and design. It is divided into four parts: (1) Fundamentals of air pollution control, (2) fundamentals of energy utilization, (3) gaseous control and design, and (4) particulate control and design, each consisting of four to six chapters. The topics covered in this book not only introduce the basic concepts of air pollution control and design but also address the fundamentals of energy utilization in the context of good engineering practice and policy instruments. It also features several innovative technologies and integrated methodologies relating to gaseous and particulate matter control and design. To facilitate technology integration and meet the need for comprehensive information on sustainable development, the book discusses a wide range of areas concerning the principles, applications, and assessment of air pollution control and design and thermodynamics, heat transfer, advanced combustion and renewable energy for energy utilization. It also features regulations and policy instruments adopted around the globe as well as several case studies. Presenting the emerging challenges, new concepts, innovative methodologies, and resolving strategies, as well as illustrative and inspiring case studies, it appeals to a wide range of readers, such as researchers, graduate students, engineers, policy makers, and entrepreneurs. .
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    Pages: XIV, 688 p. 408 illus., 133 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811374883
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-7488-3
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    Assessing, Mapping and Modelling of Mangrove Ecosystem Services in the Asia-Pacific Region (2022)
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    Keywords: Landscape ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Biodiversity. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability. ; Conservation Biology. ; Biodiversity.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Envisioning the mangrove future through mapping and modelling of mangrove ecosystem services -- Chapter 2. Monitoring Spatial and Temporal Distribution, Pattern and Trend Prediction of Coastal Mangroves in Pakistan using Geospatial Techniques -- Chapter 3.Assessment of mangrove colonization of aquaculture ponds through satellite image analysis: Implications for mangrove management -- Chapter 4. Ecosystem services and their future scenarios centring on mangrove ecosystem in Ishigaki Island, Japan -- Chapter 5. A participatory stakeholder-based approach to assess the drivers and challenges of mangrove loss in Kochi, Kerala, India -- Chapter 6.Understanding potential drivers of mangrove loss in Bhitarkanika and Mahanadi Delta, India to enhance effective restoration and conservation efforts -- Chapter 7. Advancement in measurement and estimation methods of blue carbon studies -- Chapter 8. Change mapping of aboveground carbon stocks and ecosystem services in the mangrove forest of Andaman Islands - implications for conservation and Ecosystem-Based Adaptation -- Chapter 9.Depicting Mangrove’s Potential as Blue Carbon Champion in Indonesia -- Chapter 10. Eco-engineering and mangrove restoration methods to stabilize earthen embankments and establishing bio-shield against natural disasters: a case study from Sundarban Ramsar Wetland, India -- Chapter 11. Ecosystem Services of Urban Fringe Mangrove Forests: The Case of Tamsui River Estuary Mangrove Forest, Taiwan -- Chapter 12. Diversity and Structural Characteristics of Mangrove Forests in the Southern District of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines -- Chapter 13. Cultural Ecosystem Services of Mangroves: A Review of Models and Methods -- Chapter 14. Capacity-building around indigenous and local knowledge (ILK) systems for effective climate adaptation in the low-lying coasts and small-islands -- Chapter 15. Ecosystem services and well-being in the Sundarbans of Bangladesh: A multiple evidence base trajectory -- Chapter 16. Fostering Mangrove Ecosystem Services for Resilient Future of the Asia-Pacific: A Knowledge Synthesis.
    Abstract: This book presents the state-of-the-art of knowledge in assessing, mapping, and modeling mangrove ecosystem services and outlines various scientific tools and techniques, including environmental scenario-building, spatial and econometric modelling to understand the fluctuations and future availability of mangrove ecosystem services. The book also highlights the current gaps and measures in policy planning and outlines the avenues for capacity building. Through case studies and thematic reviews, the book plans to cater to a wide range of audiences, including students, researchers, and decision-makers at various levels involved in mangrove conservation and land use optimization for sustainable and resilient development. This book is particularly useful to researchers and students in the field of landscape and spatial ecology, coastal zone management, ecosystem services, and resilience planning. It is also a must-read for policymakers, conservators, coastal zone managers, foresters, and general administrators in understanding the current and future roles of mangroves in ecosystem-based adaptation through informed decision-making. .
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    Pages: XII, 292 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811927386
    Series Statement: Science for Sustainable Societies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2738-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2738-6
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    Understanding the Microbiome Interactions in Agriculture and the Environment (2022)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environment. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Unravelling the microbiome interactions in the environment and agriculture in the era of metagenomics -- Antimicrobial Resistance in Environmental Microbiome: an overview -- Mechanistic adaptation of microbiomes in extreme environments -- Mangrove microbiomes: Biodiversity, ecological significance, and potential role in the amelioration of metal stress -- Dynamics of the coral microbiome and its link to Climate Change -- A paradigm shift in the role of the microbiomes in environmental health and agriculture sustainability -- Modifications in Environmental Microbiome and the Evolution of Viruses through Genetic Diversity -- Novel Insights into Environmental Niche Adaptations and Secondary Metabolite Biosynthesis Potential of marine sponge microbiome -- Microbiome-based Sustainable Agriculture Targeting Plant Protection -- Rhizobacteriome: Plant Growth-Promoting Traits and its Functional Mechanism in Plant Growth, Development, and Defenses -- The Cellulosome: A fiber degrading strategist of the rumen microbiome -- Metagenomic approaches for studying plant-microbe interactions -- Nitty-gritty into the plant microbiomes: Understanding Microbial niche associations and dynamics in various plant parts -- A conceptual framework to explore the functional implications of Coral-associated microbiomes and their role in promoting plant growth -- Soil microbiome- characteristics, the impact of climate change, and resilience -- Endophytic microbiomes and their role in drought stress tolerance in plants.
    Abstract: This book illustrates the importance of microbiome interactions in sustainable agriculture and the environment. The chapters of the book provide information pertaining to the vast diversity of microbiomes in many ecosystems and their functional dynamics. The book also discusses bioremediation, space microbiomes, geo microbiomes, coral microbiomes, antibiotic resistomes, and rhizomicrobiome. It also sheds light on the complex syntrophic and other symbiotic interactions between bacteria, protists, plants, and certain animals in agricultural and environmental systems. The book, in turn, provides an understanding of the adaptation, resilience, and evolution of microbial ecosystems. Further, the chapters cover metagenomics analysis of microbiomes of a novel or extreme environments, microbial resilience or temporal fluctuations, symbiosis and co-evolution of the microbiome, and novel microbial interactions in agriculture and environment. Finally, the book elucidates a comprehensive yet representative description of complex structural and functional diversity within the plant and environmental microbiomes to reveal their immense potential. This book covers United Nations Sustainable Developmental Goal 2 towards Zero Hunger.
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    Pages: XXIII, 344 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811936968
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3696-8
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    Combating Aeolian Desertification in Northeast Asia (2022)
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    Keywords: Soil science. ; Biotic communities. ; Earth sciences. ; Environmental management. ; Soil Science. ; Ecosystems. ; Earth Sciences. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Definition of Aeolian Desertification and its Implications -- Chapter 2. Environmental and Ecological Setting in Northeast Asia -- Chapter 3. Spatial Distribution and Temporal Dynamics of Aeolian Desertification -- Chapter 4. Driving Factors of Aeolian Desertification -- Chapter 5. Aeolian Desertification Processes -- Chapter 6. Impacts of aeolian desertification and dust storms on ecosystems, economic development, and human health -- Chapter 7. Goals and Principles for Combating Aeolian Desertification -- Chapter 8. Engineering Measures to Combat Aeolian Desertification -- Chapter 9. Biological Measures to Combat Aeolian Desertification -- Chapter 10. Integrated System to Combat Aeolian Desertification and Disasters -- Chapter 11. Land Management Policies for Sand-Dust Storm and Aeolian Desertification in Source Region Countries -- Chapter 12. Successful Implementation of Measures to Combat Aeolian Desertification in China -- Chapter 13. Implementation of Measures to Combat Aeolian Desertification in Mongolia -- Chapter 14. Sustainable Land Management to Combat Aeolian Desertification.
    Abstract: This book presents the definition of aeolian desertification and uncovers its processes, driving factors, and consequences, and focuses on measures to effectively combat aeolian desertification in Northeast Asia. Aeolian desertification in Northeast Asia is of great concern for its destructive influences on the environment and society not only in the local but also in faraway areas. The topics of this book are addressed by compiling theoretical review, remote sensing monitoring, synoptic analysis, and laboratory and field studies in China, Japan, and Mongolia. This is the first comprehensive book to address the aeolian desertification in Northeast Asia. Readers can learn the basic theory of aeolian desertification and the primary causes of this environmental problem. More critical is the successful practical countermeasures to combat desertification which can be referred to by various stakeholders who concern the aeolian desertification in Northeast Asia. To meet the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations adopted in 2015, especially its Goal 15.3 to achieve a land degradation-neutral world by 2030, desertification combating actions should be taken cross country borders. This book is not only intended for environmental professionals but also for people who are affected and concerned about desertification and land degradation. The concept and processes in this book will serve as a ready reference to understand the aeolian desertification with countermeasures and successful preventing stories that can be referred to.
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    ISBN: 9789811690280
    Series Statement: Ecological Research Monographs,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9028-0
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    Biodiversity-Health-Sustainability Nexus in Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS) (2022)
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    Keywords: Landscape ecology. ; Public health. ; Sustainability. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental management. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Public Health. ; Sustainability. ; Conservation Biology. ; Biodiversity. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Human-Nature Cooperation for Well-being: Community Understanding on One Health Approach in the COVID-19 Era in the Sundarbans -- Chapter 3. Linking Biocultural Memory Conservation and Human Well-Being in Indigenous Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes in the Colombian Pacific Region -- Chapter 4. SEPLS Well-being as a Vision: Co-managing for Diversity, Connectivity and Adaptive Capacity in Xinshe Village, Hualien County, Chinese Taipei -- Chapter 5. To Take Care of the Land Means Taking Care of Ourselves”: Local Perceptions on Human and Environmental Health in a High Agrobiodiversity Landscape in the Yucatan Peninsula -- Chapter 6. Community ‘Bio-rights’ in Augmenting Health and Climate Resilience of a Socio-ecological Production Landscape in Peri-urban Ramsar Wetlands -- Chapter 7. Effective Water Management for Landscape Management in the Siem Reap Catchment, Cambodia -- Chapter 8.Are the Skiing Industry, Globalisation and Urbanisation of Alpine Landscapes Threatening Human Health and Ecosystem Diversity? -- Chapter 9.Promoting Local Health Traditions and Local Food Baskets: A Case Study from a Bio-cultural Hotspot of India -- Chapter 10.Safeguarding the Biodiversity Associated with Local Foodways in Traditionally-Managed Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes in Kenya -- Chapter 11.Multi-stakeholder Approach to Conserving Agricultural Biodiversity and Enhancing Food Security and Community Health during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Kampong Cham, Cambodia -- Chapter 12.Reducing Commodity-Driven Biodiversity Loss: The Case of Pesticide Use and Impacts on Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes (SEPL) in Ghana -- Chapter 13. Synthesis: Concept, Methodologies and Strategies to Address the Nexus in SEPLS.
    Abstract: This is an open access book. It is a compilation of case studies that provide useful knowledge and lessons that derive from on-the-ground activities and contribute to policy recommendations, focusing on the interlinkages between biodiversity and multiple dimensions of health (e.g., physical, mental, and spiritual) in managing socio-ecological production landscapes and seascapes (SEPLS). This book provides insights on how SEPLS approaches can contribute to more sustainable management of natural resources, achieving global biodiversity and sustainable development goals, and good health for all. It is also expected to offer useful knowledge and information for an upcoming three-year thematic assessment of “the interlinkages among biodiversity, water, food, and health” (the so-called “nexus assessment”) by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). The book begins with an introductory chapter followed by eleven case study chapters demonstrating the nexus between biodiversity, health, and sustainable development, and then a synthesis chapter clarifying the relevance of the case study findings to policy and academic discussions. It will be of interest to scholars, policymakers, and professionals in the field related to sustainable development. .
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    Pages: XXIV, 286 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811698934
    Series Statement: Satoyama Initiative Thematic Review,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9893-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9893-4
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    Vapor Intrusion Simulations and Risk Assessments (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental monitoring. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Soil science. ; Environment. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Soil Science. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Screening models of vapor intrusion -- Chapter 2. Numerical models of vapor intrusion -- Chapter 3. US EPA’s Vapor Intrusion Database and Generic Attenuation factor -- Chapter 4. US EPA’s PVI Database and Vertical Screening Distances -- Chapter 5. Preferential pathways and the building pressure cycling method -- Chapter 6. Vapor intrusion risk assessments in brownfield redevelopment.
    Abstract: This book introduces key concepts in modeling and risk assessments of vapor intrusion, a process by which the subsurface volatile contaminants migrate into the building of concern. Soil vapor intrusion is the major exposure pathway for building occupants to chemicals from the subsurface, and its risk assessments determine the criteria of volatile contaminants in soil/groundwater in brownfield redevelopment. The chapters feature the recent advances in vapor intrusion studies and practices, including analytical and numerical modeling of vapor intrusion, statistical findings of United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Vapor Intrusion Database and Petroleum Vapor Intrusion Databases, the challenges of preferential pathways, and the application of building pressure cycling methods, and field practices of vapor intrusion risk assessments at developed contaminated sites and in brownfield redevelopment. This volume also summarizes the advantages and limits of current applications in vapor intrusion risk assessment, laying the groundwork for future research of better understanding in risk characterization of soil vapor intrusion using models. Written by experts in this field, Vapor Intrusion Simulations and Risk Assessments will serve as an invaluable reference for researchers, regulators, and practitioners, who are interested in perceiving the basic knowledge and current advances in risk assessments of soil vapor intrusion.
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    Pages: IX, 128 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811927003
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2700-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2700-3
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    Forest Dynamics and Conservation : Science, Innovations and Policies (2022)
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    Keywords: Forestry. ; Environment. ; Ecology . ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Bioclimatology. ; Forestry. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Studies. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Protecting forest structure and functions for resilience and sustainability concerns in the changing world -- Chapter 2. Understanding the drivers of forest degradation -- Chapter 3. The so-called modern ‘sustainable forestry’ destroys wilderness, old-growth forest landscapes and ecological services world-wide: A short first-hand review and global narrative on the use of ‘growth-and-yield’ as a destructive and even impossible goal -- Chapter 4. Gangetic Plains of India: High on the water and air pollution map -- Chapter 5. Understanding wildfires and designing a sustainable future by solutions based on forest-society relationships -- Chapter 6. Is the gender agenda of Nepal’s Community Forestry at risk due to commercial transitions -- Chapter 7. Diversity of forest genes: Impacts on the structure and function of soil ecosystems under changing climate -- Chapter 8. Plant-herbivorous insect interactions in forest ecosystems: overview and perspectives to mitigate losses -- Chapter 9. Beyond the biophysical: contribution of community forestry in building socio-ecological resilience -- Chapter 10. Biodiversity and Biomass Carbon Dynamics: Insights from Long-Term Monitoring in the Western Ghats -- Chapter 11. Peri-urban protected forests in peril: Insights from case studies in two Indian megacities -- Chapter 12. Mapping the extent of invasive species – An assessment based on high-resolution data for selected species in parts of Eastern Himalaya in Sikkim -- Chapter 13. Groundwater Dependent Vegetation to address the loss of ecosystems dependent on groundwater resources -- Chapter 14. Groundwater Dependent Vegetation to address the loss of ecosystems dependent on groundwater resources -- Chapter 15. Application of dynamic vegetation models for climate change impact studies -- Chapter 16. Agroforestry approaches in the restoration of peatland landscapes in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia -- Chapter 17. SmarteR approach for the mapping of invasive plant species -- Chapter 18. Mapping and identification of trees using semantic segmentation deep learning neural network -- Chapter 19. Application of biophysical, soil, and vegetation indices to better understand forest dynamics and develop strategies for forest conservation -- Chapter 20. Emission Reductions Program for Addressing Drivers of Deforestation and Forest Degradation: An insight from the Terai Arc Landscape in Southern Nepal -- Chapter 21. Public Interests and Private Incentives in Designing an Ecological Payment Systems -- Chapter 22. Awareness and conservation program at an ecotourism site in Langkawi Island, Malaysia.
    Abstract: This book unveils forestry science and its policy and management that connect past and present understanding of forests. The aggregated knowledge is presented to cover the approaches adopted in studying forest structure, its growth, functioning, and degradation, especially in the context of the surrounding environment. The application of advance computation, instrumentation, and modelling has been elaborated in various chapters. Forest ecosystems are rapidly changing due to forest fires, deforestation, urbanization, climate change, and other natural and anthropogenic drivers. Understanding the dynamics of forest ecosystems requires contemporary methods and measures, utilizing modern tools and big data for developing effective conservation plans. The book also covers discussion on policies for sustainable forestry, agroforestry, environmental governance, socio-ecology, nature-based solutions, and management implication. It is suitable for a wide range of readers working in the field of scientific forestry, policy making, and forest management. In addition, it is a useful material for postgraduate and research students of forestry sciences.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811900716
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0071-6
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    Biotechnological Innovations for Environmental Bioremediation (2022)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Environment. ; Environmental engineering. ; Bioremediation. ; Biotechnology. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Ecosystem Engineers: A Sustainable catalyst for Environmental Remediation -- Chapter 2. Microbial Nanobiotechnology in Environmental Pollution Management: Prospects and Challenges -- Chapter 3. Soil Microbiome: A Key Player In Conservation of Soil Health Under Changing Climatic Conditions -- Chapter 4. Anaerobic Digestion for Climate Change Mitigation: A Review -- Chapter 5. Mitigation of microbially influenced corrosion of concrete sewers using nitrite -- Chapter 6. Metabolic Engineering and Synthetic and Semi- Synthetic Pathways: Biofuel Production for Climate Change Mitigation -- Chapter 7. Handmade paper Industry: A Green and Sustainable Enterprise and its challenges -- Chapter 8. Bioremediation Approaches and the Role of Microbes in the Bio-sustainable Rehabilitation of Polluted Sites -- Chapter 9. RECENT BIOREMEDIATION TECHNIQUES FOR THE REMOVAL OF INDUSTRIAL WASTES.-Chapter 10. Pesticides: Indian Scenario on Environmental Concerns and Future Alternatives -- Chapter 11. Phytoremediation: a Sustainable Solution to Combat Pollution -- Chapter 12. Phytoremediation and Therapeutic Potential of Neglected Plants: An Invasive Aquatic Weeds and Ornamental Plant -- Chapter 13. Phytoremediation of Coastal Saline Vertisols of Gujarat through Biosaline Agriculture -- Chapter 14. Emerging Biotechnologies in Agriculture for Efficient Farming and Global Food Production -- Chapter 15. Role of beneficial microbes in alleviating stresses in plants -- Chapter 16. Mainstreaming of Underutilized Oilseed Safflower Crop Through Biotechnological Approaches for Improving Economic and Environmental Sustainability -- Chapter 17. Clean Energy for Environmental Protection: An Outlook Towards Phytoremediation -- Chapter 18. Role of Process Intensification in Enzymatic Transformation of Biomass into High Value Chemicals -- Chapter 19. Wetland Flora of West Bengal for Phytoremediation: Physiological and Biotechnological Studies: A Review -- Chapter 20. Vertical Cultivation: Moving towards a Sustainable and Eco-friendly Farming -- Chapter 21. Climate Change and its Effects on Global Food Production -- Chapter 22. Genetically Modified Crops to Combat Climate Change and Environment Protection – Current Status and Future Perspectives -- Chapter 23. Efficacy of Algae in the bioremediation of pollutants during wastewater treatment: future prospects & challenges -- Chapter 24. The use of Bio-Pesticides for sustainable farming: way forward towards sustainable development goals (SDGs) -- Chapter 25. Endocrine disruptor compounds: Human health and diseases -- Chapter 26. Monitoring of paralytic shellfish toxins using biological assays -- Chapter 27. Bioinformatics Towards Improving Bioremediation -- Chapter 28. Role of Environmental Factors in Increased Cancer Incidences & Health Impacts -- Chapter 29. Wastewater Based Epidemiology (WBE): An Emerging Nexus between Environment and Human Health -- Chapter 30. Fundamentals of SARS-CoV-2 detection in wastewater for early epidemic prediction and key learnings on treatment processes for removal of viral fragments -- Chapter 31. COVID-19 mRNA vaccines -- Chapter 32. CRISPR-Cas technology: A Genome-Editing Powerhouse for Molecular Plant Breeding -- Chapter 33. Recent reductive transformation from lignin derivatives to aliphatic hydrocarbons -- Chapter 34. Understanding Environment and Sustainability with Molecular Approaches -- Chapter 35. Bxb1-att site-specific recombination system mediated autoexcision to prevent environmental transgene escape -- Chapter 36. Microorganism: An Eco-friendly tool for Waste Management and Environmental safety -- Chapter 37. Biochemical effect of Nanoparticles treated plants extract on water-borne pathogen: A way towards future technique for water purification -- Chapter 38. Modern Waste Management -- Chapter 39. Health Aspects of Indoor Environmental Quality -- Chapter 40. Innovation Elements in the Sustainable Production of Indigenous Coffee in the Amazon.
    Abstract: This edited book focuses on the application and implementation of bioremediation and other strategies to create a sustainable and healthy environment. It provides a collection of approaches to environmental biotechnology for wastewater treatment, removal of soil heavy metals, degradation of pesticides, removal of dyes, waste management, and microbial conversion of environmental pollutants. This book brings to the fore contributions of certain globally important environmental biotechnologist. Bioremediation is a popular branch of biotechnology that involves the use of living organisms such as microorganisms (microbial remediation), bacteria, fungus (mycoremediation), and plants (phytoremediation) to bind, extract, and clean up contaminants, pollutants, and toxins from soil, groundwater, and other environments. This book is of interest to researchers, scientists, and academic faculty in environmental sciences. Also, it serves as additional reading and reference material for undergraduate and graduate students as well as postdocs in environmental, agriculture, ecology, and soil sciences. National and International policy makers will also find valuable information from this book.
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    ISBN: 9789811690013
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9001-3
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    Adaptive Participatory Environmental Governance in Japan : Local Experiences, Global Lessons (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Biotechnology. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Environmental policy. ; Environmental Management. ; Biotechnology. ; Conservation Biology. ; Conservation Biology. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1.Introduction: : Legitimacy, Adaptability and Narrative-based Design -- Chapter 2. Reeds and Rights: Dynamism of Legitimacy Construction in the Management of Collective Natural Resources -- Chapter 3. Forests to Revitalize Local Society; Adaptive Contribution Projects for Legitimacy by Mountain Bikers -- Chapter 4. Creating space for creativity: Agricultural canals and an endangered species -- Chapter 5. The Satoyama Movement and its Adaptability: Beyond Ideology and Institutionalization -- Chapter 6. Re-contextualizing Wildlife Management to Community Revitalization -- Chapter 7. Listening to Nori Seaweed to Learn How to Better Live with the Sea for Urban Fishers: The Importance of Ecological Reflexivity for Environmental Governance -- Chapter 8. Complex Ties: Governance for Supporting Nuclear Evacuees -- Chapter 9. Resilience and invisible damage: The 2011 nuclear accident and natural resources management. Chapter 10. BThe Governance of Renewable Energy Projects and Expanded Distributive Justice -- Chapter 11. Trial of Tools to Evaluate Adaptive Processes in Environmental Activities -- Chapter 12. Narratives for Actualizing Local Knowledge to Empower Participatory Biosphere Reserve governance -- Chapter 13. Narratives Crossing Jurisdictions; Watershed-scale Collaborations for Adaptive Decisions and Actions -- Chapter 14. Science To Govern Urban Heat Risk In Fukuoka City, Japan: What Can A Historical Perspective Teach Us? -- Chapter 15. Action Research within Multi-layered Hegemonic Structure: 'Workshop' for Adaptive Governance -- Chapter 16. Empathy-based Assistance and its Transformative Role in the Adaptive Cycle of Collaborative Governance.
    Abstract: This book contributes to the theoretical and practitioner literature in environmental governance and sustainability of natural resources by linking case studies of the roles of narratives to the three key practices in local environmental governance: socio-political legitimacy in participation; collaboratively creating stakeholder-ness, and cultivating social and ecological capabilities. It provides numerous theoretical insights on legitimacy, adaptability, narratives, process-oriented collaborative planning, and among others, using in-depth case studies from historical and contemporary environmental issues including conservation, wildlife management, nuclear and tsunami disasters, and thus community risk, recovery, and resiliency.The authors are all practitioner-oriented scientists and scholars who are involved as local stakeholders in these practices. The chapters highlight their action and participatory-action research that adds deeper insights and analyses to successes, failures, and struggles in how narratives contribute to these three dimensions of effective environmental governance. Of particular interest, both within Japan and beyond, the book shares with readers how to design and manage practical governance methods with narratives. The detailed design methods include co-imagination of historical and current SESs, designing processes for collaborative productions of knowledge and perceptions, legitimacy and stakeholder-ness, contextualization of contested experiences among actors, and the creation of evaluation standards of what is effective and effective local environmental governance. The case studies and their findings reflect particular local contexts in Japan, but our experiences of multiple natural disasters, high economic growth and development, pollutions, the nuclear power plant accident, and rapidly aging society provide shared contexts of realities and provisional insights to other societies, especially to Asian societies.
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    Pages: XI, 356 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811625091
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-2509-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-2509-1
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    Technology Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development (2022)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Entrepreneurship. ; New business enterprises. ; Natural disasters. ; Technology Sociological aspects. ; Well-being. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Entrepreneurship. ; Natural Hazards. ; Science, Technology and Society. ; Well-Being. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Overview of technology entrepreneurship for sustainable development -- Experiential Learning Approaches for Enhancing Development Skills: A Review of the Social Business Canvas as a Pedagogical Tool -- Practicum-oriented Entrepreneurship Education: A Systematic Literature Review -- Applicability of Business Model Canvas in the Context of Entrepreneurship in Asia: A Systematic Literature Review -- Global entrepreneurship sustainability through evolving ecosystems -- Starting up STEAM in China: A Case Study of Technology Entrepreneurship for STEAM Education in China -- Sustainable Societal Development through Holistic Education Programs -- The Role of Technology Entrepreneurship in Facilitating Corporate Donations: A Model for B2B Social e-Business Development -- Harnessing Mobile technologies for Healthy Living: A Case Study on Smoking Cessation -- Linking Climate Action and Sustainable Development Goals by Activating Co-benefits -- Social entrepreneurship and disaster risk reduction- A case of India -- Mapping Water Salinity in Coastal Areas Affected by Rising Sea Level -- Citizen science for Urbanization, Disaster, and Environmental management -- Technology and innovation for societal resilience through multistakeholder collaboration -- Technology entrepreneurship and wildfire risk management -- A sustainable water supply business model by utilization of the innovative water flocculants, A Case Study in Bagamoyo, Tanzania -- Emerging technologies and innovation to reach out to vulnerable populations in Nepal.
    Abstract: This book discusses the need for entrepreneurship for sustainable development from the perspective of Asia, the fastest growing region in the world. The world is now witnessing a spectacular rise of technology entrepreneurship, involving mobile phones, artificial intelligence, geospatial information systems and social media. On the other hand, governments all over the world, particularly those in low and medium income countries, are facing severe resource constraints in developing the livelihood and well-being of citizens. Although many non-government organizations (NGOs) have worked on various development projects in a number of social sectors such as health, education, disabilities, poverty alleviation and environment, there is still substantial scope for technological innovation, including more efficient, effective and user-friendly solutions in different parts of the world. This book is organized into 2 parts and consists of 17 chapters. The first part explores education and well-being, and the second part discusses the climate, environment and disaster management.
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    ISBN: 9789811920530
    Series Statement: Disaster Risk Reduction, Methods, Approaches and Practices,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2053-0
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    Status and Future Challenges for Non-conventional Energy Sources Volume 2 (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Cogeneration of electric power and heat. ; Fossil fuels. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Fossil Fuel.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Current state of art on lignocellulosic biomass: future biofuels -- 2 Cellulosics Biorefinery: Concepts, potential, and challenges -- 3 Biorefinery technology for cellulosic biofuel production -- 4 Life cycle assessment of Algal Biofuels -- 5 Biodiesel: features, potential hurdles and future direction -- 6 Solid-state fermentation: an alternative approach to produce fungal lipids as biodiesel feedstock -- 7 Metabolic engineering approach for advanced microbial fuel production using Escherichia coli.-8 Microbial Fuel Cells (MFC) and its prospects on bioelectricity potential -- 9 Biocatalysis of Biofuel cells: Exploring the Intrinsic Bioelectrochemistry -- 10 Bioelectric fuel cells: Recent trends to manage the crisis on resources for conventional energy -- 11 Bioethanol: Substrates, current status, and challenges -- 12 Progress and perspectives of nanomaterials for bioenergy production -- 13 Nanofarming: Nanotechnology in Biofuel Production -- 14 Potential of Extremophiles in bioelectrochemical systems and biohydrogen production. .
    Abstract: This book highlights recent advancements in such an important topic, through contribution from experts demonstrating different applications in ‘day-to-day’ life, both existing and newly emerging biological technologies, and thought provoking approaches from different parts of the world, potential future prospects associated with some frontier development in non-conventional energy sources. It covers different aspects of cellulosic and lignocellulosic biomass; Cellulosics Biorefinery; Algal Biofuels; Biodiesel; Bioethanol; Microbial Fuel Cells; Biofuel cells; and biohydrogen production. This book is a comprehensive and informative compilation for international readers, especially undergraduate, post graduate students and researchers.
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    Pages: X, 339 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811645099
    Series Statement: Clean Energy Production Technologies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4509-9
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    Dye Biodegradation, Mechanisms and Techniques : Recent Advances (2022)
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    Keywords: Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Building materials. ; Green chemistry. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Wood, fabric, and textiles. ; Green Chemistry. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Hybrid Bioreactors For Dye Biodegradation -- Removal of Dyes From Wastewaters In Moving Bed Biofilm Reactors: A Review Of Biodegradation Pathways And Treatment Performance -- Effect Of Environmental And Operational Parameters On Sequential Batch Reactor Systems In Dye Degradation -- Interaction Of Dye Molecules With Fungi: Operational Parameters And Mechanisms -- Enzyme Action For Dye Degradation -- Dye Degradation By Fungi -- Mechanism And Techniques Of Dye Removal By Microflora -- Bioremediation Of Dye Using Mesophilic Bacteria: Mechanism And Parametric Influence -- Degradation Of Dyes Using Filamentous Fungi -- Dyes: Classification, Pollution, And Environmental Effects.
    Abstract: An enormous amount of synthetic dyes is used annually in the textile, leather, plastics, paper, and dye industries due to their coloring properties. Although dyes give color to materials, they are prone to increase the level of pollution in the environment. The colored wastewater produced in industrial sectors is released into water bodies, posing threats to the ecosystem. To reduce the adverse effects of dyes in the environment, it is necessary to implement feasible and cost-effective strategies. '"Dye Biodegradation Mechanisms and Techniques - Recent Advances'' provides fundamental principles and pathways of bio-based mechanisms in dye removal. This edition firstly discusses dye classification and pollution, then concentrates on the application of fungi, mesophilic bacteria, microflora, and enzymes in dye degradation. This book also highlights the performance of sequential batch reactor systems, moving bed biofilm reactors, and hybrid bioreactors for dye biodegradation.
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    Pages: VII, 285 p. 80 illus., 63 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811659324
    Series Statement: Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5932-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-5932-4
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    Climate Change and Community Resilience : Insights from South Asia (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Bioclimatology. ; Environmental policy. ; Community development. ; Social service. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental economics. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Environmental Policy. ; Social Work and Community Development. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Economics.
    Description / Table of Contents: A Framework for Climate Resilient Community-based Adaptation -- Meta-analysis of Community-based Climate Change Adaptation Programs in Developing Countries -- What Motivates Farmers’ Adaptation Behaviour to Climate Change in India? A Systematic Review of Literature -- Resilience Framework for Community-based CCA: The Shyamnagar Story -- Local Strategies to Build Climate Resilient Communities in Bangladesh.
    Abstract: This open access book documents myriads of ways community-based climate change adaptation and resilience programs are being implemented in South Asian countries. The narrative style of writing in this volume makes it accessible to a diverse audience from academics and researchers to practitioners in various governmental, non-governmental and international agencies. At a time when climate change presents humanity with a gloomy future, the stories of innovation, creativity, grassroots engagement and locally applicable solutions highlighted in this book provides insights into hopeful ways of approaching climate solutions. South Asian countries have been dealing with the impact of climate change for decades and thus offer valuable learning opportunities for developing countries within and beyond the region as well as many western countries that are confronting the wrath of climate induced natural disasters more recently. SANDEE has been a pioneer in the development of research and training in environmental economics and related issues in South Asia and Prof Maler has been throughout SANDEE's history, its mentor, and its strongest supporter. Many young economists in South Asia have significantly benefited from Prof Maler's guidance and inputs. The present volume on “Climate Change and Community Resilience: Insights from South Asia” is a fitting tribute and an excellent reflection of Prof Maler's contributions to the SANDEE programme throughout his association. - Mahesh Banskota, Ph.D. Professor, Development Studies School of Arts, Kathmandu University This comprehensive volume aptly identifies grassroots initiatives as the core of the problem of adaptation to climate change. The analysis of the different experiments is lucid, inclusive, and full of interesting detail. The methodologies used and the subjects covered span a range of frameworks and narratives. Put together, the studies are a fitting tribute to Karl-Goran Maler, who spent years putting his impeccable expertise to use for the cause of enhancing research in South Asia. - Kanchan Chopra, Ph.D. Former Director and Professor, Institute of Economic Growth, Delhi, and Fellow, SANDEE The slow international policy response to climate change elevates the importance of understanding how communities can respond to climate change’s many threats. This unusually accessible volume provides that understanding for South Asia while being relevant to the rest of the world. Its emphasis on research by scholars from the region makes it a wonderful tribute to Prof. Karl-Göran Mäler, who contributed so much to the growth of environmental economics research capacity in South Asia. - Jeffrey R. Vincent, Ph.D. Clarence F. Korstian Professor of Forest Economics & Management Nicholas School of the Environment, Duke University, USA.
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    ISBN: 9789811606809
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0680-9
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    Microplastics Pollution in Aquatic Media : Occurrence, Detection, and Removal (2022)
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Microplastics Occurrence in Different Regions Around the World -- Microplastics pollution in rivers -- Microplastics in freshwater environments and drinking water -- The role of rivers in microplastics spread and pollution -- Microplastics pollution in coastal zones -- A Critical Review on Separation, Identification, Quantification and Removal of Microplastics in Environmental samples: Developments and Challenges -- Pretreatment methods for further analysis of microplastics in wastewater and sludge samples -- Microplastics Sampling and Recovery: Materials, Identification, Characterization Methods and Challenges -- Ecotoxicity assessment of microplastics on aquatic life -- Occurrence, fate and removal of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) and drinking water treatment plants (DWTPs) -- Microplastic pollution in water and their removal in various wastewater treatment plants -- An Overview of Physical, Chemical and Biological Methods for Removal of Microplastics -- Microplastics and anaerobic digestion -- Role Of Microplastics As Attachment Media For The Growth Of Microorganisms.
    Abstract: This book highlights one of the most important water pollutants known as Microplastics. It has been reported that humans and the environment are dealing with microplastics particles in water and aquatic media. Despite the fact that such pollution might have mainly started out from the sea, it is now in lakes, rivers, ponds and even drinking water. This book presents as overview of microplastics in freshwater environments in different regions around the world. It discusses the ecotoxicological effects of microplastics, the removal/remediation techniques of microplastics and the role of water/wastewater treatment plants in spreading microplastics. This book is a valuable resource, covering wide aspects of microplastics from sources, detection and characterization to removal and their fate in treatment plants.
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    Pages: VIII, 377 p. 59 illus., 57 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811684401
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-8440-1
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    Green Consensus and High Quality Development : CCICED Annual Policy Report 2020. (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental policy. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Global Climate Governance and China’s Role -- Chapter 2 Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Conservation -- Chapter 3 Global Ocean Governance and Ecological Civilization -- Chapter 4 Green BRI and 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development -- Chapter 5 Green Urbanization Strategy and Pathways towards Regional Integrated Development -- Chapter 6 Ecological Compensation and Green Development Institutional Reform in the Yangtze River Economic Belt -- Chapter 7 Major Green Technology Innovation and Implementation Mechanisms -- Chapter 8 Green Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and 2030 Sustainable Development Goals -- Chapter 9 The Global Green Value Chain -- Chapter 10 Green Finance -- Appendix -- Appendix I From Recovery to Green Prosperity: Accelerating the transition toward high-quality green development during the 14th Five-Year Plan period -- Appendix II Progress on Environment and Development Policies in China and Impact of CCICED’s Policy Recommendations (2019-2020) -- Appendix III CCICED Phase VI Composition. .
    Abstract: This open access book is based on the research outputs of China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED) in 2020. It covers major topics of Chinese and international attention regarding green development, such as climate, biodiversity, ocean, BRI, urbanization, sustainable production and consumption, technology, finance, value chain, and so on. It also looks at the progress of China’s environmental and development policies，and the impacts from CCICED. This is a highly informative and carefully presented book, providing insight for policy makers in environmental issues.
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    Pages: XXX, 587 p. 66 illus., 53 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811647994
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4799-4
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    Carbon Footprints of Manufacturing and Transportation Industries (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Industrial engineering. ; Production engineering. ; Transportation engineering. ; Traffic engineering. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Industrial and Production Engineering. ; Transportation Technology and Traffic Engineering. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Carbon Footprint Assessment of Palm, Jatropha, and Microalgal Biodiesel -- Life Cycle Assessment and Circular Economy Strategies For Electric Vehicle: A Systematic Review On Mitigating Climate Change And Reducing Resource Depletion In Road Transportation -- Evaluation Of Carbon Footprint of The Renovation of Urban Spaces -- Carbon footprint of grocery bags considering drivers of variability in Mexico City -- Enabling The Green Bonds Market for Sustainable Transport Projects Based on The Measure/Monitoring, Reporting and Verification Method -- Sustainable Transport Indicators and Mitigation Actions Applied to The Green Bonds Principles.
    Abstract: This book presents carbon footprint calculation and mitigation in the manufacturing and transportation sectors. Warning effects of global warming from every sector is of phenomenal importance at this moment and sector wise assessment and remediation are the key factors to mitigate the vulnerable green house gas emissions. This volume with its six chapters deals with the carbon footprint of manufacturing and transportation sectors.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811972263
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7226-3
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    The Sanitation Triangle : Socio-Culture, Health and Materials (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental health. ; Environment. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Part I Socio-Culture -- Chapter 1: Socio-Cultural Aspects of Sanitation -- Chapter 2: Ideas and Practices for Restoring the Humanity of Sanitation Workers in India -- Chapter 3: Dissociation between National Policy and Local Communities in regard to Water Supply Management -- Chapter 4: Gender and Culture Matters: Considerations for Menstrual Hygiene Management -- Part II Health -- Chapter 5: Interactions between Health and Socio-Culture in Sanitation -- Chapter 6: Influence of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) on Children’s Health in an Urban Slum in Indonesia -- Chapter 7: Social Allocation of the Health Risks in Sanitation -- Chapter 8: Participatory Action Research for WASH by Children and Youth in Peri-Urban Communities -- Part III Materials -- Chapter 9: Interactions between Materials and Socio-Culture in Sanitation -- Chapter 10: Social Integration and Acceptance of Emerging Sanitation Infrastructure in Japan -- Chapter 11: Acceptability of Urine-Diversion Dry Toilets and Resource Values of Excreta in Rural Societies -- Chapter 12: Social Relationships and Material Flow in the Co-Creation of Sanitation Systems -- Conclusion.
    Abstract: This open access book deals with global sanitation, where SDG 6.2 sets a target of enabling access to sanitation services for all, but has not yet been achieved in low- and middle-income countries. The transition from the United Nations MDGs to the SDGs requires more consideration based on the socio-cultural aspects of global sanitation. In other words, equitable sanitation for those in vulnerable situations could be based on socio-cultural contexts. Sanitation is a system that comprises not only a latrine but also the works for the treatment and disposal of human waste. Sanitation systems do not function by themselves but have significance only through social management. The process of decision-making also largely depends on socio-cultural conditions, and the importance of sanitation needs to be socially acknowledged. The health benefits of sanitation improvement—among the significant contributions of sanitation—also need to be considered in the socio-cultural milieu. Further, the social-culture itself is affected, and potentially even created, by sanitation. In this context, more progress on the improvement of sanitation requires a more holistic approach across disciplines. In this book, we present the concept of the Sanitation Triangle, which considers the interconnections of health, materials, and socio-culture in sanitation, as a holistic approach, and the case studies based on the Sanitation Triangle by diverse disciplines such as Cultural Anthropology, Development Studies, Health Sciences, Engineering, and Science Communication. By the deep theoretical examinations and inter-dialogues between the different disciplines, this book explores the potentialities of inter-disciplinary studies on global sanitation.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811677113
    Series Statement: Global Environmental Studies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7711-3
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    Interpretation of Green Mine Evaluation Index (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Mineralogy. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Mining engineering. ; Environmental Management. ; Mineralogy. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Mining and Exploration.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1- Introduction -- Chapter 2- Prerequisites for Green Mine Selection -- Chapter 3- Score Sheet of Green Mine Construction -- Chapter 4- Mining Area Environment -- Chapter 5- Resource Development Methods -- Chapter 6- Comprehensive Utilization of Ore Resources -- Chapter 7- Energy Saving and Emission Reduction -- Chapter 8- Technological Innovation and Smart Mines -- Chapter 9- Corporate Management and Corporate Image -- Chapter 10- Related Knowledge.
    Abstract: This book focuses on green mine evaluation. It includes green mine evaluation methods, evaluation content, evaluation indicators, etc. The "Green Mine Evaluation Index" has been issued by the Ministry of Natural Resources of China. In order to promote mining enterprises, green mine consulting service agencies, third-party evaluation agencies and mining administration personnel to better understand and practice the provisions of green mine evaluation indicators, the authors wrote this "Interpretation of Green Mine Evaluation Index". The content of this book specifically includes introduction, prerequisites for green mine selection, score sheet of green mine construction, related knowledge, as well as introduction of specific green mine evaluation items, including mining area environment, resource development methods, comprehensive utilization of ore resources, energy saving and emission reduction, technological innovation and smart mines, corporate management and corporate image, etc. The relevant concepts, relevant laws and policies, implementation measures, inspection points, and materials that enterprises should provide, have been vividly expounded based on the actual situation and specific cases of green mine construction. This book is useful as a reference for managers, engineering and technical personnels, teachers and students from mining enterprises, government departments, consulting services and evaluation agencies, colleges and secondary professional schools.
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    ISBN: 9789811654336
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    Behavior of Radionuclides in the Environment III : Fukushima (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental health. ; Pollution. ; Nuclear chemistry. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental Health. ; Pollution. ; Nuclear Chemistry. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Atmospheric transport and fallout of radionuclides -- 1 Air dose rate in Fukushima Prefecture measured during March 2011, the first organized measurement after Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident -- 2 Atmospheric transport and deposition of Fukushima-derived radionuclides -- 3 Airborne radiation survey after the accident -- Part 2 Fate and transport of radionuclides in soil-water environment -- 4 Behavior of Fukushima-derived radiocesium in the soil-water environment: Review -- 5 Dynamics of radiocesium solid–liquid distribution coefficient in a soil-water environment -- 6 An overview of Fukushima-derived strontium radioisotopes -- 7 Erosion and redeposition of sediments and sediment-associated radiocesium on river floodplains (the Niida River basin and the Abukuma River as an example) -- Part 3 Radionuclide behavior in freshwater environment -- 8 Dynamics of radiocesium in urban river in Fukushima-city -- 9 Temporal variations in particulate and dissolved 137Cs activity concentrations in the Abukuma River during two high-flow events in 2018 -- 10 The effect of groundwater bypass at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in 2014 by detailed facies analysis and 3D groundwater simulation -- 11 Modeling of behavior of Fukushima-derived radionuclides in freshwater -- Part 4 Radionuclide behavior in coastal and marine environment -- 12 Spatiotemporal variation of radiocesium in coastal and oceanic seawater -- 13 Spatiotemporal variation of radiocesium in coastal marine sediment -- 14 Cesium radioactivity in marine and freshwater products and its relation to the restoration of fisheries in Fukushima: A decade review -- Part 5 Radionuclide transfer in agricultural environment -- 15 Spatial distribution and temporal change of 137Cs activity concentration in dissolved and suspended fractions of irrigation waters collected from Fukushima -- 16 Mineralogical factors controlling the ability to retain 137Cs in Andosols in Japan -- 17 Soil Properties Affecting Soil-to-Crop Transfer of Fukushima-Derived Radiocesium -- 18 Model of radionuclide uptake by plants via foliar pathway: Kyshtym, Сhernobyl, Fukushima -- Part 6 Radionuclide transfer in terrestrial environment -- 19 Behavior of Fukushima-derived radiocesium in forest ecosystems -- 20 Radiocesium contamination in wild rodents inhabiting forested areas inside the evacuated area in Fukushima, Japan -- 21 Concentrations and transfer parameters of 137Cs for wild boar -- 22 Variation of cesium-137 concentration in wild boar and Asian black bear -- 23 Physicochemical fractions of radiocesium in the stomach con-tents of wild boar and its transfer to muscle tissue.
    Abstract: This book, the third in the series Behavior of Radionuclides in the Environment, is dedicated to Fukushima. Major findings from research since 2011 are reviewed concerning the behavior of radionuclides released into the environment due to the Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant accident, including atmospheric transport and fallout of radionuclides, their fate, and transport in the soil-water environment, behavior in freshwater, coastal and marine environment, transfer in the terrestrial and agricultural environment. Volume III discusses not only radionuclides dynamics in the environment in the short- and mid-term, but also modeling and prediction of long-term time changes. Along with reviews, the book contains original data and results not published previously. It was spearheaded by the authors from the Institute of Environmental Radioactivity at Fukushima University, established two years after the Fukushima accident, with their collaborators from Japan, Russia, and Ukraine. The knowledge emerging from the studies of the environmental behavior of Fukushima-derived radionuclides enables us to move forward in understanding mechanisms of environmental contamination and leads to better modeling and prediction of long-term pollution effects in general. .
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    Environmental Strategy and Planning in China (2022)
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental health. ; Pollution. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Health.
    Description / Table of Contents: Watershed Eco-compensation in China: Practice and Review -- Practices of Emission Trading in China: Exploration and Innovation -- Chinese Environmental Audit System for the Government -- China’s Carbon Tax Impact on Economy and Society: A Static Computable General Equilibrium Analysis -- Urban Rural Environmental Master Planning: An Instrument for Sustainable Spatial Management -- Synergies between Biodiversity Conservation and Poverty Alleviation in China -- Developing Indicators and Monitoring Systems for Environmentally Livable Cities in China -- An Analysis of Disease Burden Attributable to Urban Air Pollution in the Context of Population Ageing in China from 2010 to 2030 -- China’s Green Financial Policies 2016 -- Research on Economic Policies for Centralized Disposal of Medical Waste -- Formulation of the Belt and Road Ecological and Environmental Cooperation Plan -- Study on Electricity Substitution Plan for Residential Bulk Coal in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region.
    Abstract: This book covers the research fields in biodiversity conservation, the Belt and Road eco-environmental cooperation, China's five-year plan for eco-environmental protection, sustainable development goals assessment, and human health loss assessment. In the past, these achievements have played an important scientific role in supporting China's ecological and environmental protection, and produced extensive social impacts and significant environmental benefits. At the same time, the relevant research ideas and methods also show the latest progress and trend in the field of environmental strategy and planning in China in recent years, which can be used for reference by experts and scholars of other countries in the field of ecological environment.
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    Pages: VIII, 251 p. 77 illus., 67 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811669095
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6909-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-6909-5
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    The Belt and Road Initiative Green Development Case Studies Report 2020 (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental policy. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Policy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Congratulation massage -- Executive summary -- Chapter i: Biodiversity and Ecological Systems -- Chapter ii: Clean Energy -- Chapter iii: Clean Water -- Chapter iv: Sustainable Traffic -- Chapter v: Solid Waste Treatment -- Chapter vi: Sustainable Consumption and Production -- Chapter vii: Green Architecture -- Chapter viii: Corporate Social Responsibility -- Conclusion.
    Abstract: This is an Open Access book. In accordance with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, it showcases 17 projects under the framework of Belt & Road Initiative (BRI). These projects cover ninefields, namely, biodiversity and ecosystem, clean energy, clean water, sustainable transportation, solid waste treatment, sustainable consumption and production, green buildings, sustainable foodproduction and corporate social responsibility. Aiming at achieving green development, these projects, in their implementation, adhere to the concept of ecological civilization, combine China’s strict environmental protection systems and international standards, and take various measures of environmental protection based on the conditions of the local environment. These measures include joint efforts with local governments, businesses and communities, optimizating of design and construction plans, strict controling over different types of pollutants, and in situ conservation of species and ecosystems.The experience and practice of these 13 projects set an example for the latecomers. .
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    Pages: XIX, 112 p. 94 illus., 91 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811631887
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-3188-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-3188-7
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    Geospatial Technology for Landscape and Environmental Management : Sustainable Assessment and Planning (2022)
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    Keywords: Geographic information systems. ; Environmental management. ; Climatology. ; Natural disasters. ; Database management. ; Geographical Information System. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Sciences. ; Natural Hazards. ; Database Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Spatio-temporal variability of channel planform dynamics in response to spatial expansion of brick kilns: a case study of the downstream course of Ichamati River, West Bengal, India -- Assessment of replenishable groundwater resource and integrated water resource planning for sustainable agriculture -- Spatial prediction of flood frequency analysis in a semi-arid zone: A case study from the Seyad basin (Guelmim Region, Morocco) -- Geospatial modeling in the assessment of environmental resources for sustainable water resource management in a Gondia district, India -- Hydrochemical characteristics of groundwater-assessment of saltwater intrusion along Krishna Godavari Delta Region, Andhra Pradesh, India -- Micro level planning for integrated natural resources management and sustainable development: an approach through a micro watershed using geospatial technology -- Ecohydrological perspective for environmental degradation of lakes and wetlands in Delhi -- Prioritization and quantitative assessment of Dhundsir Gad using RS and GIS: implications for watershed management, planning and conservation, Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand -- Assessment of groundwater potential zones and resource sustainability through Geospatial Techniques: a case study of Kamina sub-watershed of Bhima River Basin, Maharashtra, India -- Morphometric analysis of Damodar River sub-watershed, Jharkhand, India, using remote sensing and GIS techniques -- The increasing inevitability of IOT in remote disaster monitoring applications -- Countering challenges of smart cities mission through participatory approach -- Urban growth modelling and prediction of land use land cover change over Nagpur city, India using Cellular automata approach -- Slum categorization for efficient development plan - a case study of Udhampur city, J&K using Remote sensing and GIS -- Urban growth trend analysis using Shannon Entropy approach – A case study of Dehradun City of Uttarakhand, India -- Geospatial approach for mapping of significant land use / land cover changes in Andhra Pradesh -- Assessing the impact of Delhi metro network towards urbanization of Delhi-NCR -- Analysis of urban heat island effect in the Rajkot city using Geospatial Techniques -- Multi spectral remote sensing for urban planning and development -- Analysis Of urban green spaces using geospatial techniques-a case study of Vijayawada urban local body Andhra Pradesh, India -- Magnetic susceptibility and heavy metals contamination in agricultural soil of Kopargaon Area, Ahmadnagar District, Maharashtra, India.
    Abstract: Geospatial technology is a combination of state-of-the-art remote sensing and technology for geographic information systems (GIS) and global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) for the mapping and monitoring of landscapes and environment. The main thrust of using geospatial technology is to understand the causes, mechanisms, and consequences of spatial heterogeneity, while its ultimate objective is to provide a scientific basis for developing and maintaining ecologically, economically, and socially sustainable landscapes. This book presents new research on the interdisciplinary applications of geospatial technology for identification, assessment, monitoring, and modelling issues related to landscape, natural resources, and environmental management. The book specifically focuses on the creation, collection, storage, processing, modelling, interpretation, display, and dissemination of spatio-temporal data, which help to resolve environmental management issues including ecosystem change, resource utilization, land use management, and environmental pollution. The positive environmental impacts of information technology advancements with regard to global environmental and climate change are also discussed. The book addresses the interests of a wide spectrum of readers who have a common interest in geospatial science, geology, water resource management, database management, planning and policy making, and resource management.
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    Pages: XVII, 430 p. 203 illus., 193 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811673733
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7373-3
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    Global Degradation of Soil and Water Resources : Regional Assessment and Strategies (2022)
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    Keywords: Soil science. ; Agriculture. ; Environment. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Ecology . ; Soil Science. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Water. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Overview of global soil and water stress -- Africa -- Asia -- Europe -- Americas -- Oceania -- Europe.
    Abstract: This book focuses on soil and water conservation at global scale. It is a serious environmental problem that will threaten the socio-economic well-being of the majority of global population in future. The book examines the current situation of land degradation in multiple regions of the world and offers alternative approaches to solve the problems through sharing advanced technologies and lessons learned. It provides comprehensive assessment on characteristics, level and effect of degradation in different regions. It’s a highly informative reference both for researchers and graduate students.
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    Pages: XII, 564 p. 283 illus., 221 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811679162
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7916-2
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    Impact of Plastic Waste on the Marine Biota (2022)
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    Keywords: Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Degradation of plastic waste in the marine environment -- Chapter 2. Generation and management of macro–plastic waste -- Chapter 3. Generation and management of microplastic waste -- Chapter 4. Biodegradation of the Macro-plastic Waste using Microbial approach -- Chapter 5. Strategies to cope with the plastic pollution in the sea -- Chapter 6. Mitigation of the plastic pollution in the marine environment to conserve the marine biota: An overview -- Chapter 7. Regulations To Minimize The Entry Of Plastic Waste Into The Oceans -- Chapter 8. Recent trends to address plastic waste at the global level -- Chapter 9. Mitigation of the micro and nano-plastic using phycoremediation technology -- Chapter 10. Impact of the COVID-19 Outbreak on The Generation of Plastic Waste -- Chapter 11. Entry of macro, micro, and nano-plastic in the food chain and their impact on marine life (from source to sink) -- Chapter 12. Effect of meso, micro, and nano-plastic waste on the benthos -- Chapter 13. Impact of Plastic Waste on the Coral Reefs: An Overview -- Chapter 14. Ecotoxicological impact of macroplastic to nanoplastic on marine macrophytes -- Chapter 15. Ecotoxic effects of the plastic waste on marine fauna: An overview -- Chapter 16. Plastic waste enhancing the pathogenicity of the pathogens to cause diseases in the marine biota.-.
    Abstract: This contributed volume focuses on the effects of macro, meso, micro, and nanoplastic waste on marine biota. It discusses the threats posed by plastic waste on the flora and fauna in the marine environment. This book will help in understanding different aspects of plastic waste generation, its transportation with different natural and anthropogenic ways, its accumulation at the seacoast, and its impact on marine biota. The book also suggests strategies for saving marine life from threats posed by plastic waste and presents methods to reduce its generation using different strategies. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policymakers. It also serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and postgraduate students of Ecology, Botany, and Environmental Sciences.
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    Pages: XXIII, 312 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811654039
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5403-9
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    Extremes in Atmospheric Processes and Phenomenon: Assessment, Impacts and Mitigation (2022)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Pollution. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Monitoring.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. An Introduction to Extremes in Atmospheric Processes and Phenomena: Assessment, Impacts and Mitigation -- Chapter 2. Atmospheric Phenomena: Origin, Mechanism and Impacts -- Chapter 3. Air Pollution and its Associated Impacts on Atmosphere and Biota Health -- Chapter 4. South Asian Monsoon Extremes and Climate change -- Chapter 5. Contribution of Fog in Changing Air Quality: Extremities and Risks to Environment and Society -- Chapter 6. Nature of Sand and Dust Storm in South Asian Region- Extremities and Environmental Impacts -- Chapter 7. Assessment of Heat and Cold Waves phenomena and impacts on Environment -- Chapter 8. Intense biomass burning over northern India and its impact on air quality, chemistry and climate -- Chapter 9. Rising Extreme Event of Smog in Northern India – Problems and Challenges. Chapter 10. Volcanic Emissions: Causes, Impacts and its Extremities -- Chapter 11. Assessment of Extreme Fireworks Episode in a Coastal City of Southern India- Kannur as a Case Study -- Chapter 12. Air Pollution Episodes: Brief History, Mechanisms, and Outlook -- Chapter 13. Increasing Atmospheric Extreme Events and Role of Disaster Risk Management: Dimensions and Approaches -- Chapter 14. Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response for Air Pollution and Related Health Extremes -- Chapter 15. Cost Effective Technologies for Control of Air Pollution and Atmosphere Related Extremes -- Chapter 16. Ecological and Natural Based Solutions as Green Growth Strategies for Disaster and Emergency Management of Air Pollution Extremes -- Chapter 17. Policy Implications and Mitigation Strategies for Air Pollution and Atmospheric Extreme Events -- Chapter 18. Participatory and Collaborative Governance Approach for Management of Atmospheric Processes Related Extremities.
    Abstract: This edited book first gives an overview of issues in the studies of atmospheric sciences and then elaborates on extreme events in air pollution, their assessment, impacts, and mitigation strategies. It covers general overview of factors governing in atmosphere that lead to air pollution, description about recent and hazardous air pollution episodes, emergencies and extremes in atmospheric sciences, impact studies on living organisms and atmosphere related to emergencies and possible remedies/mitigation strategies which may also include green growth strategies for management. Increase in anthropogenic activities from different sources results in very high concentrations of air pollutants in the atmospheres and they lead to cause disturbance in seasonal cycles and atmospheric phenomena, ecological imbalance and change in the quality of air. These impacts are the major cause of short-term or long-term effects on living and non-living systems. In the recent years, several instances of extremes atmosphere and air pollution related emergencies causing accidental episodes, fog, smog, health related, heat and cold wave etc. are experienced. This book brings the attention on such issues in atmospheric sciences and discuss the disaster preparedness and management plus emergencies. This book is valuable reading material for students in Environmental Science, Biological Science, Medical Science, Policy Planning, Disaster Management and Agriculture. It’s useful for environmental consultants, researchers and other professionals involved in air quality, plant, humans and disasters related research.
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    Pages: XVIII, 427 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811677274
    Series Statement: Disaster Resilience and Green Growth,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7727-4
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    Water Resources Management and Sustainability (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Sustainability. ; Geographic information systems. ; Geotechnical engineering. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Environmental Management. ; Water. ; Sustainability. ; Geographical Information System. ; Geotechnical Engineering and Applied Earth Sciences. ; Environmental Monitoring.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water Resources, Livelihood Vulnerability and Management in Rural Desert Communities of Jaisalmer, India -- Mining Related PCB in Wetland Sediments of the River Lippe (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany) -- Wastewater Treatment Plants Advantage to Combat Climate Change and Help Sustainable Water Management -- Rethinking Community Water Governance: What Shapes Local Level Decision Making? A Case of Selected Communities in the Wassa Amenfi East District of the Western Region, Ghana -- Impact of Evaporation Losses from on-farm Reservoirs on the Economics of the Farming System -- Estimating Sediment Rate through Stage-Discharge Rating Curve for Two Mountain Streams in Sikkim, India -- Relative Contribution of Climate Variables on Long-term Runoff using Budyko Framwork -- Irrigation Planning with Fuzzy Parametric Programming Approach -- Application of High Resolution Hydrological & Hydraulic Models for Sustainable Water Resources Management -- Development of Three-Dimensional Mathematical Groundwater Flow Model of Raipur City Area, Chhattisgarh, India -- Flood Modeling Using HEC-RAS for Purna River, Navsari District, Gujarat, India -- Hydrological Parameter Estimation for Water Balance Studies Using SWAT Model -- Groundwater Potential Mapping using Maximum Entropy -- Application of remote sensing and GIS in floodwater harvesting for groundwater development in the upper delta of Cauvery River Basin, Southern India -- Strategic evaluation of multi-objective water quality monitoring network using GIS-AHP model in a large River system -- Determination of Root Causes for Drying of Kanari River System by Integration of Multi-temporal Land Use Land Cover mapping in GIS Environment -- Impacts of Climate Variability on Urban Rainfall Extremes Using Statistical Analysis of Climatic Variables for Change Detection and Trend Analysis -- An Analysis of Textural Characteristics and Depositional Environment of Sediments In The Gumti River, Tripura, India -- Morphometric Analysis and Geohydrological Inference of Bhilangna Drainage Basin, Uttarakhand (India) using Remote Sensing and GIS techniques -- Geospatial Analysis of Kosi River Course From 1998 To 2018 -- Internet of Things and Machine Learning Application for a Remotely Operated Wetland Siphon System during Hurricanes -- AHP based Site Suitability Analysis for Water Harvesting Structure Using geospatial technique -- Attaining Optimal Sustainability for Urban Wastewater Management Using Open-source tools like QGIS, EPANET, and WATERNETGEN.
    Abstract: Water is the elixir of life and is crucial for sustainable development. Earlier, it was considered to be a limitless or at least a fully renewable natural resource. During the past 20 years, however, there has been tremendous pressure on this precious natural resource mainly due to rapid urbanization, industrialization and the increase in the human population. Together, these have resulted in increasing demand for irrigation, industrial, and household purposes to meet supply-chain requirements. Keeping in mind the scarcity of available water resources in the near future and its impending threats, it has become imperative on the part of scientists in hydrology and allied disciplines such as geography, landscape planning, sustainability science etc. Regional planners and supply chain management experts also must be involved in studying the spatial and temporal nature of the growing demand for water and the future availability for its judicial use and sustainable management. A primary intent of the book is to provide comprehensive scientific knowledge base on water resource management and sustainability. It covers geo-engineering and scientific problems, case studies, and sustainable solutions in the water resources management domain. Additionally and of equal importance, the chapters of the book provide in-depth coverage on water resource vulnerability, water quality, wastewater treatment, application of remote sensing and geographical information systems hydrological modeling and harvesting, climate variability and runoff, sediment discharge and irrigation planning, community participation in water governance, internet of things and machine learning applications for sustainable water resources management. This practical, state-of-the-art reference book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, scientists, policymakers, spatio-temporal designers of water resource systems, various stake holders interested in hydro-climatology and sustainable water resources management.
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    Pages: XXV, 517 p. 226 illus., 197 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811665738
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6573-8
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    The Future of Antarctica : Scenarios from Classical Geopolitics (2022)
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    Keywords: Private international law. ; Conflict of laws. ; International law. ; Comparative law. ; International relations. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental economics. ; International economic relations. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Private International Law, International and Foreign Law, Comparative Law. ; International Relations. ; Environmental Management. ; Environmental Economics. ; International Economics. ; Environmental Monitoring.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- History of Antarctic territorial claims and spatial contestation -- Scenario analysis and the limits of prediction -- Objectives, approaches and techniques -- Antarctic geopolitics: Background -- Militarisation of Antarctica -- Antarctic militarisation: Scenario analysis -- Antarctic militarisation: Five scenarios -- Scenario analysis and the classical view of geopolitics -- Conclusion.
    Abstract: As global great power competition intensifies, there is growing concern about the geopolitical future of Antarctica. This book delves into the question of how can we anticipate, prepare for, and potentially even shape that future? Now in its 60th year, the Antarctic Treaty System has been comparatively resilient and successful in governing the Antarctic region. This book assesses how our ability to make accurate predictions about the future of the Antarctic Treaty System reduces rapidly in the face of political and biophysical complexity, uncertainty, and the passage of time. This poses a critical risk for organisations making long-range decisions about their policy, strategy, and investments in the frozen south. Scenarios are useful planning tools for considering futures beyond the limits of standard prediction. This book explores how a multi-disciplinary focus of classical geopolitics might be applied systematically to create scenarios on Antarctic futures that are plausible, rigorous, and robust. This book illustrates a pragmatic, nine-step scenario development process, using the topical issue of military activities in Antarctica. Along the way, the authors make suggestions to augment current theory and practice of geopolitical scenario planning. In doing so, this book seeks to rediscover the importance of a classical (primarily state-centric) lens on Antarctic geopolitics, which in recent decades has been overshadowed by more critical perspectives. This book is written for anyone with an interest in the rigorous assessment of geopolitical futures - in Antarctica and beyond.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811670954
    Series Statement: Springer Polar Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7095-4
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    Hydro-Meteorological Extremes and Disasters (2022)
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    Keywords: Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Water. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Sustainability. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Hydro-meteorological Extremes and Disasters: Integrated Risk, Remediation and Sustainability -- Chapter 2. Public Policy in Environment and Sustainability Strategies: Global & National Scenario -- Chapter 3. Title: Climate Finance at International and National level: Needs, Drivers and Sources -- Chapter 4. ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF HYDROCLIMATIC EXTREMES AND DISASTERS IN INDIA -- Chapter 5. Remote Sensing Applications in Drought Monitoring and Prediction -- Chapter 6. Disaster Early Warning Communication Systems -- Chapter 7. Spatial Data Infrastructure for suitable land identification for government projects -- Chapter 8. Role of Stable Isotopes in climate study - a multi-archive approach focusing on Holocene to Anthropocene records -- Chapter 9. Integration of Climate Model & Hydrology Model-Tools, Bias-Correction, Downscaling, & Future Focus -- Chapter 10. Analysis of Precipitation Extremes at the Intra-Seasonal Scale using a Regional Climate Model -- Chapter 11. Geospatial Big Data and its Applications -- Chapter 12. Quantitative Assessment of Impact of Climate Change on Crop Yield over Sikkim and Central Region of India -- Chapter 13. Understanding of future water challenges in a river basin under ensemble of CORDEX simulated projections -- Chapter 14. Drought as a disaster and its characterization over Central India -- Chapter 15. The Implications of Climate Change on Water Resources of Rajasthan -- Chapter 16. Thar Desert of India: Application of Geospatial Technology for Extreme Weather Events -- Chapter 17. Addressing Hydro-climatic Risks through Sectoral Planning: A case of National Agriculture Disaster Management Plan (NADMP) -- Chapter 18. India’s Health Adaptation Plan: Strategic Tool for Minimizing Disaster Related Losses and Damage.
    Abstract: The edited book provides both fundamentals as well as key factors of climate change, extreme events and disaster risk management. It systematically describes the integrated risk of various hydro-meteorological extreme events. The book brings together broad range of topics including basic concepts, exposure, risk, resilience and vulnerability. In addition, it also analysis the impact of various disaster events on bio-diversity, local communities, ecosystem and agricultural food production. The motive is to define remediation strategies in the fields of resilient infrastructures, communication strategies and immediate public participation. The book is presented in four parts, where part 1 familiarizes with fundamentals of hydro-meteorological based disasters; Part 2 focuses on risk and vulnerability analysis; Part 3 focuses on risk remediation options; and part 4 suggests the role of sustainable planning framework on disaster risk management. This volume is of interest and use to professionals and researchers working in climate change, atmospheric sciences and disaster management.
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    ISBN: 9789811907258
    Series Statement: Disaster Resilience and Green Growth,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0725-8
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    Microbiomes and the Global Climate Change (2021)
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    Keywords: Microbial ecology. ; Biotechnology. ; Environment. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Bacteria. ; Microbial Ecology. ; Biotechnology. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Industrial Microbiology. ; Bacteria.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. Climate Change and Microbial Ecology -- Chapter 1. Microbes and Climate: A tangled relation -- Chapter 2. Carbon sequestration in aquatic system using Microbial pump -- Chapter 3. Climate change extenuation by green house gas quenching microflora -- Chapter 4. Role of Methanotrophs in Mitigating Global Warming -- Chapter 5. Paradigm Ecological Shift and Succession in Microbiomes – A Climatic Advent -- Chapter 6. Exploring the diversity of marine microbiome in response to changes in the environment -- Chapter 7. Polar microbes as climate resilient pathways for mitigation of climate change -- Part 2. Climate Change and pathogens -- Chapter 8. Climate change and population health -- Chapter 9. Impact of Climate Change on the Incidence and Transfer of Food and Water borne Diseases -- Chapter 10. Climate change: any dangers from antimicrobial resistant bacteria? -- Chapter 11. Phyllosphere Microbiome: Plant defense strategies -- Part 3. Climate Change and Agriculture -- Chapter Chapter 12. Understanding Methanogens, Methanotrophs and Methane Emission in Rice Ecosystem -- Chapter 13. Soil micro-flora and its role in diminution of global climate change -- Chapter 14. Role of microorganisms in plant adaptation towards climate change for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 15. Novel approaches for genome editing to develop climate smart crops -- Part 4. Climate change and the Environmental Microbiology -- Chapter 16. Role of soil microbial flora in remediation of hydrocarbon stressed soils -- Chapter 17. Biosurfactant Producing Bacteria as Potent Scavengers of Petroleum Hydrocarbons -- Chapter 18. Potent biotechnological applications of psychrozymes -- Chapter 19. Role of Green Nanotechnology in Alleviating Climate Change.
    Abstract: This book covers the contemporary environmental issues faced by life on the planet and the role planetary microbiomes play in such issues. Providing insights on the net favorable and adverse effect of microbial processes, this volume covers both the spontaneous and anthropocentric events that impact climate change and life on the planet. The book describes the ecological significance of microbiomes associated with the kingdoms Plantae and Animalia with respect to climate change, natural and anthropogenic causes of climate change, microbial interactions in nature, planetary microbiomes and food security, climate change in relation to disease epidemiology and human health and engineering microorganisms to mitigate the consequences of climate change. The individual chapters in the intended book provide both theoretical and practical exposure to the current issues and future challenges of climate change in relation to the microbiomes. This collection should serve as ready reference to the researchers working in the area to reshape their future research in addressing the challenges of global climate change.
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    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-4508-9
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    Research Methods of Environmental Physiology in Aquatic Sciences (2021)
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental sciences. ; Physics. ; Environment. ; Ecology. ; Water. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Physics. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Measurement of environmental parameters affecting marine plankton physiology -- Chapter 2 Plankton culture techniques -- Chapter 3 Determination of Key Enzymes involved in primary productivity -- Chapter 4 Analyses of pigments -- Chapter 5 Measurements and analyses of photosynthesis and respiration -- Chapter 6 Chlorophyll fluorescence techniques and applications -- Chapter 7 Biochemical and molecular methods -- Chapter 8 Research methods for animal and virus.
    Abstract: This book presents methods for investigating the effects of aquatic environmental changes on organisms and the mechanisms involved. It focuses mainly on photosynthetic organisms, but also provides methods for virus, zooplankton and other animal studies. Also including a comprehensive overview of the current methods in the fields of aquatic physiology, ecology, biochemistry and molecular approaches, including the advantages and disadvantages of each method, the book is a valuable guide for young researchers in marine or aquatic sciences studying the physiological processes associated with chemical and physical environmental changes.
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    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5354-7
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    Exploring Synergies and Trade-offs between Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals (2021)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environment. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Conservation Biology. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Achieving Food and Nutrition Security and Climate Change: Clash of the Titans or Alignment of the Stars? -- Chapter 2. Climate Change, Hunger and Food Security in Asia with special reference to Sri Lanka: Can the SDGs be Achieved by 2030? -- Chapter 3. The Status of Climate Variability and Food Accessibility: A Case of Households in Gauteng Province, South Africa -- Chapter 4. Climate resilient mariculture technologies for food and nutritional security -- Chapter 5. Climate change and adaptation: Recommendations for agriculture sector -- Chapter 6. Integrated Farming Systems: Climate Resilient Sustainable Food Production System in the Indian Himalayan Region -- Chapter 7. Adaptation mechanism of methylotrophic bacteria to drought condition and its strategies in mitigating plant stress caused by climate change -- Chapter 8. Synergies and Trade-offs between Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals in the Context of Marine Fisheries -- Chapter 9. Increasing Synergies between Climate Change and Sustainable Development in Energy Policy -- Chapter 10. Ensuring Domestic Water Security for Cities under Rapid Urbanisation and Climate Change Risks -- Chapter 11. Improving Water Productivity for Smallholder Rice Farmers in the Upper West Region of Ghana: A Review of Sustainable Approaches -- Chapter 12. Synergies between climate change, biodiversity, ecosystem function and services, indirect drivers of change and human well-being in forests -- Chapter 13. Climate change projections of current and future distributions of the endemic Loris lydekkerianus (Lorinae) in peninsular India -- Chapter 14. Climate Change, Air Pollution and SDG 3: An Indian Perspective -- Chapter 15. Empowerment of fisherwomen through marine farming.
    Abstract: The existential environmental crisis prompted the United Nations to formulate the Millennium Development Goals at the turn of the 21st century in order to embark on an era of sustainable development. The progress and deficiencies in achieving the Millennium Development Goals provided impetus to the intelligentsia and policymakers to map out the pertinent goals for a sustainable growth trajectory for humanity and the planet. The United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which was adopted in September 2015, took the shape of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 169 targets. In effect, the 17 Sustainable Development Goals focus on protecting the earth's life support systems for intra- and inter-generational equity and for development that is rooted in sustainability science. Attaining these goals is an uphill task; nevertheless, scientific knowledge, trans and interdisciplinary inquiries, concerted global action and capacity building would provide an enabling environment for achieving the SDGs. This book explores the synergies and trade-offs between climate change management and other SDGs. It highlights the policy imperatives as well as the interrelations between combating climate change and its impacts (SDG 13) and food and nutritional security (SDG 2), water security (SDG 6), soil security (SDG 15), energy security (SDG 7), poverty eradication (SDG 1), gender equality (SDG 5), resilient infrastructure (SDG 9), and sustainable and resilient cities (SDG 11).
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    Pages: XIV, 402 p. 115 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811573019
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-7301-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-7301-9
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    Sustainable Bioeconomy : Pathways to Sustainable Development Goals (2021)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental Law. ; Environmental management. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Law. ; Environmental Management. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Exploring the economics of the circular bioeconomy -- Chapter 2.The role of culture and moral responsibility in facilitating a sustainable bioeconomy -- Chapter 3. Social and economic contribution of the bioeconomic sector in Ecuador: A methodological approach -- Chapter 4. Biobutanol Production from Agricultural Biomass -- Chapter 5. Valorization of biowastes into food, fuels and chemicals - towards sustainable environment, economy and society -- Chapter 6. Sustainable biorefinery technologies for agro-residues: challenges and perspectives -- Chapter 7. Biotechnological Interventions for Production of Flavour and Fragrance Compounds -- Chapter 8. Phytochemicals for the management of stored product insects -- Chapter 9. Assessing the impact of indigenous knowledge systems on sustainable agriculture: A case study of the selected communities in the City of Tshwane Metropolitan, Gauteng Province, South Africa -- Chapter 10. Tropical biological natural resource management through integrated bio-cycles farming system -- Chapter 11. Biopesticides for Pest management -- Chapter 12. Renewable energy for a low carbon future: Policy perspectives -- Chapter 13. TNAU Energy Soft 2016: An efficient energy audit tool to identify energy saving technologies for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 14.Mechanism for Improving the Sustainability of Homestead Food Gardens in the Gauteng Province, South Africa -- Chapter 15. Assessment of Potassium Nutrient Balance in Agricultural Farming System: A Pathway to Sustainable Production of Crops.
    Abstract: Sustainable development is the most important challenge facing humanity in the 21st century. The global economic growth in the recent past has indeed exhibited marked progress in many countries. Nevertheless, the issues of income disparity, poverty, gender gaps, and malnutrition are not uncommon in the global landscape, in spite of the upward growth of the economy and technological advances. This grim picture is further exacerbated by our growing human population, unmindful resource use, ever-increasing consumption trends, and changing climate. In order to protect humanity and preserve the planet, the United Nations issued the “2030 agenda for sustainable development,” which includes but is not limited to sustainable production and consumption practices, e.g. in a sustainable bioeconomy. The hallmark of the sustainable bioeconomy is a paradigm shift from a fossil-fuel-based economy to a biological-based one, which is driven by the virtues of sustainability, efficient utilization of resources, and “circular economy.” As the sustainable bioeconomy is based on the efficient utilization of biological resources and societal transformations, it holds the immense potential to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. This book shares valuable insights into the linkages between the sustainable bioeconomy and Sustainable Development Goals, making it an essential read for policymakers, researchers and students of environmental studies. .
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    Pages: XIII, 337 p. 66 illus., 50 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811573217
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-7321-7
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    Investigation and Assessment Technology for Typical Groundwater-contaminated Sites and Application Cases (2021)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Environmental Management. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Monitoring.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Environmental background investigation of groundwater contamination sites -- Rating and evaluation of pollution source intensity for typical groundwater contamination sites -- Risk assessment of groundwater contamination sites -- Application case.
    Abstract: This book introduces readers to environmental background investigation, pollution source intensity evaluation and risk assessment approaches used at three main types of groundwater-contaminated sites: municipal domestic waste landfills, hazardous waste landfills and oil-contaminated sites. In addition, typical contaminated sites throughout China are examined to demonstrate how these approaches can be applied for their investigation, assessment and restoration. By reading this book, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the restoration and management of typical groundwater-contaminated sites.
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    Pages: XI, 388 p. 145 illus., 115 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811528453
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2845-3
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    SeaCities : Urban Tactics for Sea-Level Rise (2021)
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    Keywords: Human geography. ; Environment. ; Natural disasters. ; Environmental management. ; System theory. ; Human Geography. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Natural Hazards. ; Environmental Management. ; Complex Systems.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction -- 2. Inter-national examples of Water Hazards -- 3. Tactics and examples against sea-level rise -- 4. Application of tactics in scenarios -- 5. From risks to opportunities Outcome, outlook.
    Abstract: This book presents and discusses a strategy which includes four approaches to dealing with the risk of sea-level rise and other water hazards. It also offers opportunities for cities to explore urban extensions such as marine estates, aquatic food production systems, new sea related industries, maritime transport developments, new oceanic tourist attractions, and the designation of additional coastal ecological zones. The urban interface between Sea and Cities generates, therefore, both burning issues and valuable opportunities and raises the question of whether it is possible to solve the former by exploiting the latter?
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811587481
    Series Statement: Cities Research Series,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8748-1
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    Aligning Climate Change and Sustainable Development Policies in Asia (2021)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Environmental management. ; Bioclimatology. ; Environment. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 An Introduction to Co-benefits: Core Concepts and Applications -- Part I Quantitative Modeling of Climate co-benefits and Sustainable Development -- 2 Urban Sustainable Development Index: Comparative Analysis of Low Emission Strategies in urban areas -- 3 A quantitative model for forecasting energy demand and CO2 emissions in Pakistan, towards a sustainable energy system -- 4 Multiple benefits assessment of the utilization of high-efficiency Heat Only Boilers in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia -- Part II Co-benefits of Climate Change Mitigation Strategies -- 5 Quantifying and integrating co-benefits of renewable energy policies in South Korea -- 6 The Co-benefits of Renewable Energy Policies in Japan: Barriers and Ways Forward -- 7 Quantifying and integrating the co-benefits of solar energy in China -- Part III New Perspectives on Co-benefits -- 8 Biodiversity Co-benefits: Narrowing the Gap between Analysis and Action -- 9 Creating Social Co-benefits for Sustainable and Just Society -- 10 Enabling Japan’s low-emissions technology collaboration with Southeast Asia: The role of co-innovation and co-benefits.
    Abstract: This book provides policymakers, researchers, and other interested audiences with knowledge on how to quantify and integrate and advance co-benefits in their decisions. It begins with an introductory chapter that provides an overview of the concept of co-benefits. This followed by a section that details quantitative approaches to estimate co-benefits, particularly in cities. A third section presents a series of case studies from the energy sector in Northeast and Southeast Asia. A final section focuses on new perspectives on co-benefits from linking climate change with biodiversity, social justice, and through new models of co-innovation. The book is particularly timely as many countries in Asia seek to achieve objectives in the national climate policies and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The climate emergency poses an increasingly severe threat to the health and well-being of more than a billion people in Asia. Policymakers in the region have sought to curb this threat by adopting clean energy, energy efficiency, and other sectoral policies. In some cases, these policies can bring additional benefits beyond mitigating climate change. These so-called “co-benefits” --ranging from improved air quality to better health to socioeconomic equity--could not only offset the costs of climate mitigation but also make Asia’s development more sustainable. Yet all too frequently policymakers lack the analytical methods and practical experiences to incorporate co-benefits into their decisions. This has created difficulties in aligning climate and sustainable development policies in Asia.
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    Pages: VIII, 185 p. 54 illus., 42 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811601354
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0135-4
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    Water Pollution and Management Practices (2021)
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Environmental management. ; Pollution. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Monitoring. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Microbial Contamination of Drinking Water -- Chapter 2. Landscape Perspective to River Pollution: A Case Study of Bentong River, Malaysia -- Chapter 3. Existence of Antibiotics in Waste Water as a Pollution Indicator -- Chapter 4. Application of Artificial Intelligence in Predicting Groundwater Contaminants -- Chapter 5. Arsenic Contamination of Ground Water and its Mitigation Strategies -- Chapter 6. Wastewater Reuse in Peri-Urban Agriculture Ecosystem: Current Scenario, Consequences and Control Measures -- Chapter 7. Nitrogenous wastes and its efficient treatment in wastewater -- Chapter 8. Application of Waste Water In Irrigation and Its Regulation with Special reference to Agriculture Residues -- Chapter 9. Riparian Ecotones-An Important Derivative Of Managing The River Pollution -- Chapter 10. Ecosystem Responses to Pollution in the Ganga River: Key Issues to Address River Management -- Chapter 11. An Overview on Heavy metal Contamination of Water System and Sustainable Approach for Remediation -- Chapter 12. An Overview of Sustainability of Textile Wastewater Management In Textile Sectors -- Chapter 13. Role of Coagulation/ flocculation Technology for the Treatment of Dye Wastewater: Trend and Future Aspect.
    Abstract: Water pollution is a matter of concern for both developing and developed parts of the world. This book presents an overview on water pollution and its sustainable management. The book discusses the fundamental aspects of water pollution as well as advanced sustainable technologies for abating water pollution. It is a comprehensive collection of information related with water pollutants which are extremely harmful to man, other living organisms and to the ecosystems. It is all-inclusive coverage of technical, socio-political, scientific as well as social issues revolving around water pollution and management. The book brings out innovative ideas promoting sustainable technologies and extensively covers the diversity of modern technologies related to prevention of water pollution. Book also covers social aspects of water related issues. It is an essential reading for upper level graduates and undergraduates pursuing environmental studies and researchers in the field of waste water management.
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    Pages: XVI, 331 p. 31 illus., 27 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811583582
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8358-2
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    New Frontiers of Nanomaterials in Environmental Science (2021)
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    Keywords: Environmental engineering. ; Biotechnology. ; Bioremediation. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Pollution. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Environmental management. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Pollution. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Environmental Pollution its Causes and Impact on Ecosystem -- Chapter 2. Nanomaterials; Applications; Implications and Management -- Chapter 3. Environmental Nanotechnology: Its Applications, Effects and Management -- Chapter 4. Nanoscavengers for the waste water remediation -- Chapter 5. Development of Environmental Nanosensors for Detection Monitoring and Assessment -- Chapter 6. Nanotechnology for the Remediation of Heavy Metals -- Chapter 7. Emerging Potential of Nano Based Techniques for Dye removal -- Chapter 8. Nanomaterials for remediation of pesticides -- Chapter 9. Application of carbon-based nanomaterials for removal of hydrocarbons -- Chapter 10. Nanofertilizers and their applications -- Chapter 11. Nanopesticides in Agriculture -- Chapter 12. Waste Management using Nano Technology -- Chapter 13. Phytoremediation and Nano-remediation.
    Abstract: This book provides the detail information about nanoparticles, their types, characterization techniques such as TEM, FESEM, AFM, XRD etc. nanogenotoxicity, metal and metal oxide nanoparticle’s toxicity, physical and chemical characterization of nanomaterials, entry routes, cell-nano interaction studies, possible impacts to the human kind, and on the methods of evaluating the toxicity. It puts together comprehensive and up-to-date information about sustainable approaches in making an eco-friendly environment using advanced nanotechnologies. It educated readers about the new frontiers and scope of employing various state-of-art nano-technologies to clean-up and save our environment. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, environmental biotechnologists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, environmental sciences, environmental engineering and biotechnology.
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    Pages: VIII, 297 p. 78 illus., 56 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811592393
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-9239-3
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    Sustainable Climate Action and Water Management (2021)
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    Keywords: Earth sciences. ; Geography. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental management. ; Climatology. ; Sustainability. ; Earth and Environmental Sciences. ; Water. ; Environmental Management. ; Climate Sciences. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: - Role of Watershed Management in Inclusive Development of a region: A Case Study of Velchal Watershed, Telangana -- Rainwater Harvesting Systems as Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Tool for Drought and Flood Prone Areas of Sri Lanka -- Empowering poor farmers for climate smart water management and agriculture production: Lessons from Andhra Pradesh -- Watershed Prioritisation in GIS : a comparison of multiple approaches -- Efficiency Assessment of Sewage Treatment Plants For Treating Waste Water: Case Study of Narela Sewage Treatment Plantsin Delhi, India -- The Hierarchical Segregation of Groundwater Potential Zones Using Weighted Index Overlay Method for the Discernment of Site Suitable Artificial Recharge Structures in the Development of Avunoor Watershed -- Delineation of Ground Water Potential Zones on Lower and Middle Beas Basin Using Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System -- Spatial distribution of reactive nitrogen in Najafgarh Lake and adjoining Canal, Delhi -- Effect of pollution on the sediment bacterial diversity and composition in Najafgarh lake, Delhi -- Spatial distribution of uranium and its associated water quality parameters (drinking / ground water) in Raigad district of Maharashtra -- Water Stress and Water Crisis in Large Cities of India -- Status of River Water Quality in Goa: A Geographical Review -- Association and Effects of ISMR and El Niño Southern Oscillation on Dengue outbreaks in India -- Assessment of Carbon Sequestration and Tree Diversity in Gokarna Forest, Kathmandu, Nepal -- Geospatial Analysis to understand the linkage between Urban Sprawl and Temperature of a Region – Micro and Meso Scale Study of Mumbai City -- Climate change Mitigation measures in Telangana state, India -- Examining Land Surface Temperature From Agglomerative Spectra Using Hyperspectral Dataset -- Assessment Of Agricultural Drought Vulnerability In Tamil Nadu -- Impact of Climate Change on Oil and Gas Sector -- Spatio-Temporal Analysis of Climate Change in Belgaum District, Karnataka -- Status of drinking water sustainability using GIS in Rangareddy- A case study -- Cultural landscapes of Kakatiyas and Mission Kakatiya scheme under Government of Telangana -- Collection and Quantification of Leaf Litter from Urban Street Plantation: A Case Study on South-West Delhi, India -- Enablers of Sustainable Development Of Randullabad Watershed In Satara District Of Maharashtra State, India -- Futuristic Urbanism of Eco-Sensitive Zone of India: A Case study of Kolkata Region -- Water Governance for Sustainable Development Role of Community Participation, Opportunities and Challenges -- Settlement Development Of Indigenous People in The Context Of Coastal Area Development In Kozhikode -- Rural Governance in Water and Sanitation Management: Empirical Observations and Policy Approach. .
    Abstract: This book discusses various issues relating to water resources, climate change and sustainable development. Water is the main driving force behind three major pillars of sustainable development: environmental, social and economic. As stated in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, development of these pillars rests on the availability and management of resources to fulfill the demand for water. By identifying the various challenges in the context of water resources and climate change, the book offers insights into achieving a better and more sustainable future. It provides a unique forum for practitioners and academics to exchange ideas on emerging issues, approaches, and practices in the area of water resources, climate change, and sustainability, while also presenting valuable information for policymakers on the changing contours of water management and climate change mitigation. As such it is a useful resource for decision-makers at the local as well as the global level.
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    Pages: XXI, 342 p. 135 illus., 121 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811582370
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8237-0
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    Fostering Transformative Change for Sustainability in the Context of Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS) (2021)
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    Keywords: Sustainability. ; Landscape ecology. ; Environmental management. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Restoration Ecology. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Sustainability. ; Landscape Ecology. ; Environmental Management. ; Conservation Biology. ; Restoration Ecology. ; Environmental Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: Foreword -- Preface -- Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Reconciling community livelihood needs and biodiversity conservation in Taita Hills forests for improved livelihoods and transformational management of the landscape -- Chapter 3. Degraded landscape transformed into foodland and woodland by village agroforestry -- Chapter 4. Long-term tracking of multiple benefits of participatory forest restoration in marginal cultural landscapes in Himalaya -- Chapter 5. Social-ecological transformation through planting mixed tree species on abandoned agricultural land in the hills of Nepal -- Chapter 6. Transformative change through ecological consumption and production of ancient wheat varieties in Tuscany, Italy -- Chapter 7. Sustainable rural development and water resources management on a hilly landscape: A case study of Gonglaoping community, Taichung, ROC (Chinese Taipei) -- Chapter 8. Transformative change in peri-urban SEPLS and green infrastructure strategies: An analysis from the local to the regional scales in Galicia (NW Spain) -- Chapter 9. Water with Integrated Local Delivery (WILD) for transformative change in socio-ecological management -- Chapter 10. Traditional landscape appropriation of Afro-descendants and collective titling in the Colombian Pacific region: lessons for a transformative change -- Chapter 11. Climate change resiliency through mangrove conservation: the case of Alitas farmers of Infanta, Philippines -- Chapter 12. Improvement of human and environmental health through waste management in Antigua and Barbuda -- Chapter 13. Synthesis: Conception, approaches and strategies for transformative.
    Abstract: This open access book is a compilation of case studies that provide useful knowledge and lessons that derive from on-the-ground activities and contribute to policy recommendations, focusing on the relevance of social-ecological production landscapes and seascapes (SEPLS) to “transformative change.” The concept of “transformative change” has been gaining more attention to deal with today’s environmental and development problems, whereas both policy and scientific communities have been increasingly calling for transformative change toward sustainable society. The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) has planned to start the so-called “assessment on transformative change” if approved by the IPBES plenary to be held in 2021. At present, the idea of transformative change, including its scope, methodologies, approaches and strategies, are yet to be clarified. By bringing together all of the different concerns and interests in the land/seascape, SEPLS approaches could provide practical and experience-based insights for understanding and gauging transformative change and identifying determinants of such change. This book explores how SEPLS management relates to the idea of transformative change to further the discussion of sustainable transitions in advancing sustainability science. The introductory chapter is followed by case study chapters offering real-world examples of transformative change as well as a synthesis chapter clarifying the relevance of the case study findings to policy and academic discussions. It will be of interest to scholars, policymakers and professionals in the fields related to sustainable development.
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    ISBN: 9789813367616
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6761-6
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    Ecosystem-Based Disaster and Climate Resilience : Integration of Blue-Green Infrastructure in Sustainable Development (2021)
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    Keywords: Natural disasters. ; Biotic communities. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Urban ecology (Biology). ; Environment. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Natural Hazards. ; Ecosystems. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Urban Ecology. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Water.
    Description / Table of Contents: Uncertainties in Urbanizing World and Nature-based resilience building -- Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) in the Hindu Kush Himalayas: Status, progress and challenges -- Evaluation of Ecosystem based approaches for disaster and climate risk resilience and policy perspectives in Pakistan -- Ecosystem-based approaches and policy perspectives in Nepal -- Ecosystem-based approaches and policy perspective from India -- Ecosystem-based approaches and policy perspectives: Towards integrated blue-green solutions in Vietnam -- Turning blue, green and gray: opportunities for blue-green infrastructure in the Philippines -- Making resilience a reality: The contribution of Peri-urban ecosystem services (BGI) to Urban resilience -- Innovations to Reduce Disaster Risks of Water Challenges -- Future heat risk in South Asia and the need for ecosystem mitigation -- Urban Risk Assessment Tools and Techniques for Ecosystem-based Solutions, India -- Scaling-up Nature based Solutions for mainstreaming urban resilience in Indian cities -- Incorporation of BIM based modeling in sustainable development of green building from stakeholders’ perspective -- Planning for Climate Change Adaptation: Comprehensive Approach for Smart Urban Areas Management -- Path towards sustainable water management: A case study of Shimla, India -- Application of Remote Sensing Image in ECO-DRR for Dehradun City -- Ecosystem-based approaches for water stress management- lessons from Nagpur Metropolitan Area, India -- Challenges in decision-making for building resilience to climate risks -- A “Greener” alternative: The Sri Lankan experience of Eco-DRR -- the Watarase retarding basin—a historical example of ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction in Japan -- Self-efficacy for EbA and human health in a post-disaster recovery phase -- Freshwater biomonitoring: an ecosystem-based approach (EbA) for building climate resilience communities in Fiji -- Forward Looking Lens to Mainstream Blue-Green Infrastructure.
    Abstract: This book provides an introduction to the critical role of ecosystem-based disaster risk resilience (Eco-DRR) for building community resilience to multiple environmental risks such as rising heat, water stress, and pollution. Blue-green infrastructure (BGI) is an Eco-DRR tool that is an under-explored paradigm and can respond as one common strategy to targets set by the Sustainable Development Goals (UNDP), Climate Agreements (UNEP), the Sendai Framework (UNISDR), and the New Urban Agenda (UNCHS). Highlighted here in a systematic way is the importance of blue-green infrastructures in resilience building. The purpose is to introduce readers to the challenging context of development and opportunity creation for Eco-DRR. The roles of policy, scientific research, and implementation are presented cohesively. An attractive proposition of the book is a collection of case studies from different parts of the world where integration of BGI is experimented with at various levels of success. It envisages that shared tacit experiences from the realm of practice will further strengthen explicit knowledge. The focus in this book is on need and context building, policy and science (investigation, analysis, and design), case studies, and a road map for the future in four successive parts. Each part is self-sufficient yet linked to its predecessor, successor, or both, as the case may be.
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    ISBN: 9789811648151
    Series Statement: Disaster and Risk Research: GADRI Book Series,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4815-1
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Environmental management. ; Sustainability. ; Pollution. ; Environmental Management. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Effect Of Textile Parameters On Microfiber Shedding Properties Of Textiles -- Current State Of Microplastics Research In Saarc Countries – A Review -- Distribution And Impact Of Microplastics In The Aquatic Systems: A Review Of Ecotoxicological Effects On Biota -- Microplastics Pollution In Marine Environment: Occurrence, Fate And Effects (With A Specific Focus On Biogeochemical Carbon And Nitrogen Cycles -- Domestic Laundry And Microfiber Shedding Of Synthetic Textiles -- Microplastics In Dentistry- A Review.
    Abstract: This book addresses the emergent need to act on reducing or getting rid of micro plastic pollution, to achieve a sustainable environment. Microplastics are small plastic pieces, which are less than five millimeters long which can be harmful to our oceans and aquatic life. These predominantly include microfibers from clothing, microbeads, and plastic pellets. Microplastics impact aquatic creatures, turtles and birds. According to the first study on estimation of human ingestion of microplastic, on average a person consumes at least 50,000 particles of microplastic a year and breathes a similar quantity. Ingested microplastic particles can physically damage organs and also compromise immune function and stymie growth and reproduction. This book presents six informative chapters in order to alleviate the above mentioned issues .
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    ISBN: 9789811602979
    Series Statement: Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry,
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    Keywords: Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Human geography. ; Transportation engineering. ; Traffic engineering. ; Environment. ; Environmental Social Sciences. ; Human Geography. ; Transportation Technology and Traffic Engineering. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction -- Railways and low-carbon mobility -- Part 1. Retrospect of the past: modal shift is important -- Railways and national carbon emissions from passenger travel in China -- Railways and regional carbon emissions from passenger travel in China -- Part 2. Current situation: competition and integration between railways and other transport modes -- Competition between railways and other transport modes -- Cooperation between railways and other transport modes -- Part 3. Prospects for the future: breaking institutional barriers -- Breaking institutional barriers in China -- Towards sustainable low-carbon mobility in China.
    Abstract: This book explores the role of railways in developing sustainable low-carbon mobility by analyzing the intermodal relationship between railways and other transport modes. Focusing on geographical and governance perspectives, and taking China as a case study, it analyzes the competition and cooperation between and integration of railways and other transport modes, in order to provide guidance on future sustainable transport development. Firstly, the book examines the contribution of railways to low carbon emissions in China over recent decades by estimating the carbon dioxide emissions from various transport modes in China at national and regional levels using decomposition analysis. It then discusses the current competition and cooperation between railways and other transport modes, as well as their integration and the impact of their relationship on climate change. It also highlights how the competition between railways and other transport modes may change the passenger flows between city pairs and so alter transport carbon emissions and examines how cooperation and integration could improve passengers’ travel experience while at the same time reducing carbon emissions. Lastly, it addresses the implications for future sustainable transport development based on institutional analysis. Presenting multidisciplinary, sustainable transport research on the role of railways in reducing carbon emissions, and also offering policy recommendations for developing low-carbon, integrated transport in the future, this book is a valuable reference resource for graduates, researchers, and government managers responsible for transport development, urban planning and environmental policy.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 206 p. 56 illus., 31 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811590818
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-9081-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-9081-8
    DDC: 304.2
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    Energy Dynamics and Climate Mitigation : An Indian Perspective (2021)
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    Keywords: Environment. ; Energy policy. ; Energy and state. ; Sustainability. ; Climatology. ; Management. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Energy Policy, Economics and Management. ; Sustainability. ; Climate Sciences. ; Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: Energy security and sustainability – An Overview -- Energy Sector Progression in India -- The Challenges of Energy Supply -- Climate Mitigation and India’s Commitment to Global Community -- Fourth Industrial Revolution and India. .
    Abstract: This book analyzes the current approaches to energy management in India that is based on a carbon-intensive pathway, which if continued, may have serious implications for climate change mitigation with severe consequences for human health and survival. India, being a signatory to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement, is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions; however, the country’s dilemmas are whether to prioritize environment over economy or vice versa and also whether economic growth can be sustained by relying on carbon-intensive development. Those are explored in this book. The Indian economy is poised for a big leap in the near future, and the topmost priority of the government is to ensure energy security, accessibility, and affordability for nearly 1.5 billion people. Currently, 70% of India’s electricity generation comes from coal- and oil-based thermal power plants, and only 12–15% of energy is generated from renewable sources. Experts are of the view that the demand for coal and gas power generation will continue to rise and is expected to reach the equivalent of nearly 2 billion t of oil by 2030. The annual consumption of natural gas is expected to increase fourfold to 200 billion m3 a year in the near future, and its share in the primary energy basket of coal, oil, and gas will rise from 6.5% to 15% by 2030. This will not only cause a significant drain on foreign reserves but will also pose an enormous challenge to policymakers and scientists. This book serves as a useful guide in shaping India’s future energy policy.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: VIII, 194 p. 177 illus., 164 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811589409
    Series Statement: Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8940-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-8940-9
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    AUC 2019 : Proceedings of the 15th International Asian Urbanization Conference, Vietnam (2021)
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    Keywords: Human geography. ; Environment. ; Cooperating objects (Computer systems). ; Urban economics. ; Climatology. ; Sustainability. ; Human Geography. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Cyber-Physical Systems. ; Urban Economics. ; Climate Sciences. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Climate Change and Cities in Mekong Delta - VietNam -- Climate Change and Sea Level Rise Response Solutions for Can Gio District, Ho Chi Minh City: Potential to Adapt Ideas from Selected Developed Countries -- Understanding the Implications of Urban Heat Island Effects on Household Energy Consumption and Public Health in Southeast Asian Cities: Evidence from Thailand and Indonesia -- Need of Understanding Disaster Risk for Resilient City Development -- Architectural solutions with regards to climate change for the rural housing of Vinh Long province in Vietnam -- Application of Artificial Intelligence to Predict the Mapping of Flood Prone Areas in the Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta -- Urban vegetable gardening brings greening to slum environment and helps mitigate Climate change effects -- Collaborative Approach for Resource Mobilization Transformation in Vietnam -- Governance Characteristics of Dhaka City for ensuring implementation of land use planning -- Urban Planning in Vietnam: Why Gender Matter -- Slum Children-youth Groups Demonstrate Zest, Collective Confidence and Tenacity to Improve Access to Education and Self-development Opportunities -- On the use of Data Envelopment Analysis to improve performance efficiency of governmental management in big cities.
    Abstract: This book presents selected articles from the 15th International Asian Urbanization Conference, held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, on November 27-30, 2019. Bringing together researchers and professionals in the area of urban planning and development to better understand the growing need for sustainable urban life, it covers topics such as climate change and urban resilience; inclusive and implementable urban governance; smart and green mobility; transformations in land management; livable and smart cities; integrated planning and development; urban slums and affordable housing; sustainable urban finance; and urban renewal and redevelopment. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XV, 570 p. 177 illus., 138 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811556081
    Series Statement: Advances in 21st Century Human Settlements,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5608-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-5608-1
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