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The environmental impacts of resource use in society
are being increasingly scrutinised, particularly in
response to the challenge of climate change. We need
to better understand the impacts of producing and
recycling metals through the global economy.
Traditional approaches, namely, those seeking
increased efficiency largely within processing
technologies, must be broadened to consider the
entire production and consumption cycle. With copper
as its focus, this book develops a multi-scale
framework for characterising material flows through
the production and consumption cycle. Models...

Water management in cities is a critical issue for the health and sustainability of urban communities. Collecting accurate data is crucial for delivering effective, integrated approaches to urban water planning. With a focus on residential (rather than commercial or industrial) water use, this guide helps water planners to design and implement effective end-use measurement studies. An improved understanding of where and when water is used in homes, assists with long term planning within water utilities and with the evaluation of water saving programs. The guide is structured to lead the...