A sequel to the bestselling Ecological Risk Assessment, Ecological Ris k Assessment of Contaminated Sites focuses on how to perform ecologica l risk assessments for Superfund sites and locations contaminated by i mproper disposal of wastes, or chemical spills. It integrates the auth ors' extensive experience in assessing ecological risks at U.S. govern ment sites with techniques and examples from assessments performed by others. Conducting an ecological risk assessment on a contaminated si te provides the information needed to make decisions concerning site r emediation. The first rule of...

In spite of the growing importance of Species Sensitivity Distribution models (SSDs) in ecological risk assessments, the conceptual basis, strengths, and weaknesses of using them have not been comprehensively reviewed. This book fills that need. Written by a panel of international experts, Species Sensitivity Distributions in Ecotoxicology reviews the current SSD methods from all angles, compiling for the first time the variety of contemporary applications of SSD-based methods.
Beginning with an introduction to SSDs, the chapter authors review the issues surrounding SSDs, synthesizing the...

The definitive reference on the guiding principle in environmental decision making, Ecological Risk Assessment, Second Edition details advances in science and practice since 1992. The scope has been broadened to include more discussion of the application of ecological risk assessment (ERA) to stressors other than chemical contaminants. With its logical progression of topics, this new edition will serve as an indispensable reference for practitioners of ecotoxicology and ERA in industry, government, consulting firms, and academia as well as an ideal textbook for advanced undergraduate and...